It feels like there’s always construction happening on the Strip, and September is no different. Of course, the transition is underway from Mirage to Hard Rock, which will be years of construction. The Venetian is also in the midst of their $1.5 billion renovation, which is now evident from the street. This is the largest and most expensive renovation in the 25 years of the property. Bottled Blonde in the Grand Bazaar Shops is coming along and next door at Paris, the construction continues on both the Versailles Tower exterior and the bridge to connect it to Paris. The Versailles Tower is the former Bally’s Jubilee Tower. The Harmon Mall next to Planet Hollywood is also getting a makeover and across the street, the land has been cleared for a new casino resort.
The BLVD, which will be a 400,000 square-foot retail destination is coming along and plans to open early 2025. This replaced the Hawaiian Market Place.
Last but not least, is the sad carcass of the Tropicana, which closed back in April. The implosion date has been set for October 3, 2024.
The weather in September is beautiful, with average daily highs in the 90’s and cooling off in the evenings into the 70’s and even 60’s. The pools are still open and they seem to be less crowded with school back in session.
This is a great time to take advantage of early morning hikes, as well as enjoy walkable areas of Las Vegas like the Arts District and East Fremont Street. The Arts District is located between The Strat and Downtown. This area has been revitalized and is a favorite for locals. There are several restaurants, bars and breweries that make up the area, in addition to unique retail shops. Several places have patio seating, where you can enjoy the outdoors. The Arts District is also full of art sculptures and cool murals and is the home to First Friday, a fun, family-friendly event held on the first Friday of each month.
September is always a busy month when it comes to entertainment. Of course there are all of the regular magic, comedy and musical shows happening daily, but here’s what you can expect for entertainment here on the Ninth Island in September.
Music:
- Babyface, The Palms (8/31-9/1)
- The Killers, Caesar’s Colosseum (8/30-9/1)
- Bruno Mars, Dolby Live (8/31-9/1)
- Nas with the Las Vegas Philharmonic, Wynn (8/29, 8/31-9/1)
- Shania Twain, Bakkt Theater (8/31-9/1, 9/4, 9/6-7)
- Beach Boys, The Venetian (9/4-7)
- Suicideboys, MGM Grand (9/6)
- Grupo Firme, T-Mobile Arena (9/7)
- Five Finger Death Punch, MGM Grand (9/8)
- The Buena Vista Social Orchestra, Wynn (9/8)
- Bush, Bakkt Theater (9/11)
- Barry Manilow, Westgate (9/12-14)
- Luis Miguel, Caesar’s Colosseum (9/12, 9/14-15)
- Rumbazo Music & Arts Festival, Downtown Las Vegas Events Center (9/13)
- Slaughter, Golden Nugget (9/13)
- Matute, The Venetian (9/13)
- Pink, Allegiant Stadium (9/13)
- Gloria Trevi, Bakkt Theater (9/13)
- Peso Pluma, T-Mobile Arena (9/13)
- Banda MS, Michelob Ultra Arena (9/13)
- Lucero y Mijares, Resorts World Las Vegas (9/13)
- Carin Leon, Michelob Ultra Arena (9/14)
- Emmanuel, The Venetian (9/14-15)
- Alejandro Fernandez, MGM Grand (9/14-15)
- Fuerza Regida, T-Mobile Arena (9/15)
- Los Bukis, Dolby Live (9/13-14, 9/18, 9/20-21)
- Ice Cube, M Resort Pool (9/20)
- I Heart Radio Music Festival, T-Mobile Arena (9/20-21)
- Eagles, Sphere (9/20-21, 9/27-28)
- Lionel Richie, Wynn (9/18, 9/21, 9/25, 9/27)
- Chayanne, MGM Grand (9/22)
- Santana, House of Blues (9/25-28)
- Garth Brooks, Caesar’s Colosseum (9/26, 9/28-29)
- Smashing Pumpkins, Fontainebleau (9/27)
- Life Is Beautiful Festival, Downtown Las Vegas (9/27-28)
- Wu-Tang Clan, Virgin Las Vegas (9/27-28)
- Maroon 5, Dolby Live (9/27-28)
- Kacey Musgraves, T-Mobile Arena (9/28)
- Nicki Minaj, MGM Grand (9/28)
- Anderson Paak, Fontainebleau (9/28)
- Tom Jones, Wynn (9/28-29)
- Hans Zimmer, Resorts World Las Vegas (9/29)
Comedy:
- Wild N Out, MGM Grand (9/1)
- Chelsea Handler, The Cosmopolitan (9/1)
- Kevin Hart, Resorts World Las Vegas (9/1)
- Jim Gaffigan, Wynn (9/4-7)
- Jim Breuer, The Venetian (9/6-7)
- Jerry Seinfeld, Caesar’s Colosseum (9/6-7)
- Daniel Tosh, The Cosmopolitan (9/7)
- Tom Segura, Dolby Live (9/7)
- Franco Escamilla, MGM Grand (9/13)
- Felipe Esparza, MGM Grand (9/13)
- Andrew Schulz, Fontainebleau (9/13)
- Gabriel “Fluffy” Iglesias, The Cosmopolitan (9/13-14)
- Mike Epps, The Venetian (9/20-21)
- Heather McDonald, The Venetian (9/21)
- Girls Gotta Eat, The Cosmopolitan (9/21)
- Kill Tony, Resorts World Las Vegas (9/25)
- David Spade & Nikki Glaser, The Venetian (9/27-28)
- Bert Kreischer, Resorts World Las Vegas (9/27-28)
- Sarah Silverman, The Palms (9/28)
Sports:
- Las Vegas Aviators, Las Vegas Ballpark (8/30-9/1, 9/10-15)
- Modelo Vegas Kickoff Classic, USC VS LSU, Allegiant Stadium (9/1)
- Las Vegas Aces VS. Chicago Sky, T-Mobile Arena (9/3), Michelob Ultra Arena (9/15 & 9/19)
- UNLV Football, Allegiant Stadium (9/7, 9/28)
- Riyadh Season Noche UFC O’Malley vs Dvalishvili, Sphere (9/14)
- Canelo VS Berlanga, T-Mobile Arena (9/14)
- Las Vegas Raiders, Allegiant Stadium (9/22 & 9/29)
- Vegas Golden Knights, T-Mobile Arena (9/25, 9/27)
As you can see, we certainly have a busy month of September here in the Entertainment Capital of the World! As always, be sure to stay up to date on any event that you plan on attending, as events get cancelled as well as added daily in Vegas. Also, check into the policies of both the performer and the venue, if you plan on attending an event, as many venues and artists have restrictions on what is allowed inside. For the most up-to-date information on Las Vegas, be sure to tune into our weekly lives on our Ninth Island Connection YouTube Chanel. We go live on Wednesdays between noon and 1pm PST and bring you an update on what to expect that upcoming weekend.
Whether you’re a Las Vegas Local, or just visiting the Ninth Island, be sure to get out and explore this beautiful state! For more information on each of these destinations, check out this video, or tune into Ninth Island Connection on YouTube or YurView (Channel 14) Wednesdays @ 9 PM.
