Las Vegas will celebrate “El Grito” and Hispanic Heritage Month throughout September with a multitude of cultural events, celebrations and special culinary experiences. Programming across the destination will highlight the traditions, achievements and lasting influence of Hispanic communities, further reinforcing Las Vegas’ reputation as a premier destination for Mexican Independence Day celebrations.
Displays and Special Events
- Fontainebleau Las Vegas has announced a first-of-its-kind, resort-wide partnership with, ‘Carín León Takes Over Fontainebleau,’ running through Sept. 14. The takeover will include curated photo moments throughout the resort and a pop-up partnership with León’s restaurant El Coyote del Norte. LIV Nightclub will host ‘Noshes by Carín León,’ Mexican-themed nights and LIV Beach Club will hold a special “La Cura Fest” on Sunday, Sept. 13, with León’s specially curated lineup.
- Cabo Wabo Cantina at Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino will host a multi-day party with specialty cocktails, cervezas and live DJs beginning Friday, Sept. 11 and continuing through the holiday.
- The Forum Shops at Caesars Palace will feature more than 20 retailers and restaurants celebrating the holiday, as well as mariachi performances at Fountain of the Gods Friday, Sept. 11 to Sunday, Sept. 13 and mariachi and folkloric dances on Friday, Sept. 18.
- Fashion Show Las Vegas will host vibrant cultural performances, traditional folklórico dance performances, and an interactive El Grito contest on Saturday, Sept. 12 in the Great Hall. Live entertainment will include the Las Vegas High School Mariachi Joya and the Las Vegas Academy of the Arts Mariachi Band.
- Colors of Mexico at Fashion Show Mall, a year-round exhibition, will celebrate the holiday with special extended hours for guests age 21 and older from 8 p.m. to midnight from Saturday, Sept. 12 to Wednesday, Sept. 16. Every ticket includes a $15 credit to use toward food, refreshing drinks, or stunning Mexican art.
- Grand Canal Shoppes inside The Venetian Resort Las Vegas will immerse guests in the culture and heritage of México through exclusive gifts with purchases Friday, Sept. 11 to Wednesday, Sept. 16, lively mariachi performances Saturday, Sept. 12 to Wednesday, Sept. 16, an enchanting Papel Picado installation available for photo moments throughout the month of Sept, and a one-of-a-kind El Grito celebration on Tuesday, Sept. 15.
- Las Vegas North Premium Outlets invites guests to celebrate on Saturday, Sept. 12, with a free photo opportunity, vibrant performances by ballet folklórico dancers and a live mariachi band.
- Amaya Modern Mexican Restaurant at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas will feature specialty cocktails, a featured chile en nogada dish and live entertainment on Wednesday, Sept. 16. In addition to special themed cocktails and the featured menu item, spirited dancers, fire performers, a live saxophonist and DJ will perform.
- El Cortez will celebrate on Wednesday, Sept. 16 with a special performance beginning at Showbar by Mariachi Nuestras Raices.
Culinary and Cocktail Specials
- Zaytinya inside The Forum Shops at Caesars Palace is celebrating with a Mediterranean twist on a classic cocktail. During happy hour, guests can sip the Za’atar Margarita.
- F1 Arcade Las Vegas inside The Forum Shops at Caesars Palace will celebrate by offering a special Mexican wagyu smash burger.
- China Poblano inside The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas is celebrating with a limited-time agave-focused beverage menu, available Thursday, Sept. 10 to Sunday, Sept. 20. The lineup features two specialty cocktails and an agave flight inspired by influential figures in Mexican history.
- Mijo Modern Mexican, the modern coastal Mexican restaurant at Durango Casino Resort, will mark the holiday with a vibrant evening of elevated craft cocktails, fire dancers, a live DJ and bold flavors.
- Guests at Grand Prix Plaza’s F1 HUB Lounge can order the “El Grito Roja” to celebrate the holiday, a special tequila-based cocktail available from Friday, Sept. 11 to Wednesday, Sept. 16.
- The Cabinet of Curiosities inside Horseshoe Las Vegas will offer a mixology masterclass in its classroom at both 4 p.m. and 8 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 15. Led by acclaimed mixologist Alex Velez, as seen on Netflix’s Drink Masters, the class “Art of Agave” will be taught completely in Spanish.
- Miracle Mile Shops inside Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino will have specials at multiple stores from Friday, Sept. 11 to Sunday, Sept. 13. Guests who spend a qualifying amount can receive a special gift in partnership with LosVGK, the Vegas Golden Knights’ Hispanic and Latino community outreach platform and Spanish-language initiative. In addition, guests can take advantage of drink specials at Tipsy Robot.
- Bazaar Mar by José Andrés inside The Shops at Crystals is bringing bold Mexican-inspired flavors to the table with special items “Daisy de Graná Oysters” – a playful twist on the classic margarita served on the half shell, and the shareable bite “Honey, I Shrunk the Elote,” which reimagines the beloved Mexican street food.
- Guests at Swim & Social at The STRAT Hotel, Casino & Tower can enjoy specials on Tijuana-style tacos and elote, and specials on Mexican beers, along with Paloma ready-to-drink cocktails.
- Flight Club Las Vegas inside the Grand Canal Shoppes at The Venetian Resort Las Vegas will feature special menu items, including The Durango cocktail, lobster elote and mini beef barbacoa tacos.
Entertainment
- Global superstar Carín León will become the first Latino artist to play Sphere with shows on Sept. 10, 11, 12, and 13.
- SAHARA Las Vegas will welcome a lineup of acclaimed regional Mexican artists from Sept. 10 through Sept. 13.
- Fontainebleau Las Vegas will host performances from global icon Marc Anthony’s acclaimed BleauLive Theater residency, “VEGAS… MY WAY!” on Sept. 11, 12, 13, 18 and 19.
- TAO Hospitality will feature high-energy performances from Latin artists across its Baja Beach Fest weekend takeover at multiple venues throughout the destination, including RØZ at Omnia Dayclub at Caesars Palace, Deorro at Marquee Nightclub at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas and more from Sept. 11 to Sept. 13.
- Banda MS will return to the MGM Grand Garden Arena on Friday, Sept. 11, featuring a special appearance by Xavi.
- Alfred Robles will bring his lively comedy to The Palazzo Theatre inside The Venetian Resort Las Vegas on Friday, Sept. 11.
- MANÁ will perform at T-Mobile Arena on Friday, Sept. 11.
- Matute returns to The Venetian Theatre inside The Venetian Resort Las Vegas on Friday, Sept. 11 and Saturday, Sept. 12.
- Comedy star Gabriel Iglesias will return to The Chelsea at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas on Friday, Sept. 11 and Saturday, Sept. 12.
- Comedian Felipe Esparza will join the Aces of Comedy lineup at the MGM Grand Theater at MGM Grand Hotel & Casino on Friday, Sept. 11 and Saturday, Sept. 12.
- Zoé will perform at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace on Saturday, Sept. 12.
- Grupo Duelo will bring their U.S. “Gravedad Tour,” to House of Blues Las Vegas on Saturday, Sept. 12.
- Marco Antonio Solís will bring his “TOUR GRATITUD” to Dolby Live at Park MGM on Friday, Sept. 11 and Saturday, Sept. 12.
- José María Napoleón will have a special performance at the Pearl Concert Theater at Palms Casino Resort on Saturday, Sept. 12.
- Los Ángeles Azules will perform at PH Live at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino on Saturday, Sept. 12.
- Mexican comedians Teo González and Jorge Falcón are teaming up at The Palazzo Theatre inside The Venetian Resort Las Vegas on Saturday, Sept. 12.
- Los Tucanes de Tijuana will take the stage at PH Live at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino on Sunday, Sept. 13.
- Yolanda del Río, “La Gran Señora de México” will perform at the Pearl Concert Theater at Palms Casino Resort on Sunday, Sept. 13.
- Palomazo Norteño will return to MGM Grand Garden Arena with their “Clase Maestra Tour” on Sunday, Sept. 13.
- Soda Stereo will bring their “ECOS Tour” to Dolby Live at Park MGM on Sunday, Sept. 13.
- Alejandro Fernández will perform at MGM Grand Garden Arena on Tuesday, Sept. 15, featuring Alejandro’s daughter Camila Fernández.
- Carlos Santana’s Las Vegas residency at House of Blues Las Vegas, now in its 14th year, continues live on Sept. 16, 17, 19, 20, 23, 24, 26 and 27.
More Hispanic Heritage Month Happenings
- Las Vegas Science & Natural History Museum will display work from local artists during its annual Hispanic Heritage Month community exhibition, on display throughout the month of September. This year’s exhibition will celebrate the rich biodiversity, wildlife, and ecosystems that shape cultures and inspire traditions and ways of life across Latin America.
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