The scenes shaping the city.
Las Vegas is one of the world's great stages — home to permanent Cirque du Soleil spectacles, headliner residencies, master magicians, and a dining scene that spans Michelin-starred rooms and neighborhood favorites. Here's YVM's guide to the arts, shows, and flavors that give the city its personality.
Star residencies.
The world's biggest names build custom shows in purpose-built theaters — a defining part of the modern Vegas experience.
Lady Gaga — Jazz & Piano
An intimate evening of jazz standards and originals.
Katy Perry: PLAY
A whimsical journey through her greatest hits.
Carrie Underwood: REFLECTION
The country superstar's spectacular headline show.
Luke Bryan: Vegas
High-energy country entertainment.
- Kelly Clarkson — Bakkt Theater
- Keith Urban — Caesars Palace
- Garth Brooks — The Colosseum
- Miranda Lambert — Planet Hollywood
- Christina Aguilera — Zappos Theater
Spectacles you can only see here.
Five permanent productions, each in its own custom theater — the gold standard of live spectacle.
"O"
An aquatic masterpiece of artistry, surrealism, and theatrical romance.
The Beatles LOVE
A psychedelic journey through the Beatles' music and legacy.
KÀ
An epic saga of imperial twins with gravity-defying performances.
Mystère
The original Vegas Cirque show, celebrating the art of circus.
Mad Apple
A high-octane New York night of circus, comedy, and music.
Masters of magic.
From grand-scale illusion to intimate close-up mastery, Vegas is the magic capital of the world.
Penn & Teller
Four decades of magic, comedy, and cheerful debunking.
Mat Franco
The America's Got Talent winner's inventive close-up magic.
David Copperfield
Grand-scale illusion from the world's most celebrated magician.
Shin Lim
Sleight-of-hand mastery and jaw-dropping card work.
A dining scene with range.
Celebrity-chef landmarks on the Strip, and the independent kitchens redefining downtown.
Nobu
World-renowned Japanese cuisine by Chef Nobu Matsuhisa.
Hell's Kitchen
Gordon Ramsay's high-drama restaurant inspired by the TV show.
Joël Robuchon
Fine French dining and exquisite tasting menus.
CUT by Wolfgang Puck
A modern steakhouse from one of dining's biggest names.
Carson Kitchen
Creative small plates, craft cocktails, and a rooftop bar.
Esther's Kitchen
House-made pasta and artisanal pizza in the Arts District.
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Creative comfort food in a friendly downtown room.
Inside the evolving dining scene beyond the Strip
The city is building a more interesting food culture concentrated in neighborhood communities and lesser-known venues.