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We didn’t invent entertainment—we perfected it. Enjoy star-studded events at the Grand Garden Arena as well as world-class shows, dining and nightlife. Revel in the beauty of our stunning new nightclub Hakkasan, with DJs Tiesto, Calvin Harris, Steve Aoki and deadmau5. And live in the moment at KÀ™ by Cirque du Soleil®, Brad Garrett’s Comedy Club, and the intimate Hollywood Theatre, home to world-class entertainers including David Copperfield. MGM Grand is the Entertainment Authority.
And when you can’t be at MGM Grand in person, consider this your daily dose of all things Vegas: updates on what’s new, the inside scoop on our entertainment and guest DJs, recipes from our world renowned chefs, celebrity sightings, and any other fun stuff we come across. It's our way of staying connected with our fans, and bringing you more of what you love about Vegas.
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Starstruck is an understatement. Last night at the Billboard Music Awards we rubbed elbows with celebs like Jennifer Lopez, Madonna, Prince, just to name a few. The energy was epic and it was all LIVE at MGM Grand.
Day 1 of Fight Week was a success! Our lobby was packed with fans welcoming Floyd Mayweather and Robert Guerrero to MGM Grand to kick off an exciting week of events, all leading up their must-see match on Saturday inside the Grand Garden Arena. It’s all happening, LIVE at MGM Grand.
English actor/author Sir Michael Caine and famed composer/record producer Quincy Jones, enjoyed the late performance of KÀ by Cirque du Soleil at MGM Grand Las Vegas on Wednesday, April 10. Joined by six others, longtime friends Caine and Jones took a brief tour behind the scenes and met the cast and crew following the show. The entire group was amazed by the production and were honored to meet the artists backstage.
Photo credit: Cashman Photography
Some of today’s biggest names in music including Taylor Swift, Justin Bieber, Prince, Bruno Mars and Miguel are set to perform at the 2013 Billboard Music Awards, right here at MGM Grand Garden Arena on Sunday, May 19. Learn more here.
BIG MUSIC NEWS! The Rolling Stones will be performing at MGM Grand Garden Arena on May 11. Watch this video to learn more. Tickets go on sale Friday 4/19 at 10am at www.Ticketmaster.com or www.MGMGrand.com.
Sunday, April 7, WET REPUBLIC at MGM Grand was the place to be as the Las Vegas pool party destination was packed to capacity throughout the whole day as fans awaited GRAMMY Award-winning Calvin Harris to kick off his exclusive daytime residency.
The Scottish DJ, singer, songwriter and record producer stole the show as he stepped foot in the DJ booth just before 3 p.m. and spun his worldwide hits including “Bounce,” “Feel So Close,” “Sweet Nothing, “We Found Love,” and many more to thousands of bikini-clad partygoers. Matching the explosive energy from the dance floor, Harris kept the pool packed and pumping all afternoon. But the party didn’t stop there as GRAMMY Award-winning R&B recording artist Ne-Yo made a cameo appearance at the Vegas hot spot. Standing side-by-side and center stage, the superstars took the party to the next level as Ne-Yo got on the mic and gave a surprise performance as he sang the vocals to their chart-topping collaboration “Lets Go.” The crowd erupted as the pair performed together. Harris closed his show after 6 p.m. leaving guests wanting more as they chanted “Calvin, Calvin, Calvin!”
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This past weekend included the Grand Opening of Wet Republic for the season and a great concert by the Eagles. Who’s ready to make new memories this weekend?
It just keeps getting better! Electronic dance music phenomenon deadmau5 has been added to the All-Star DJ line up at Hakkasan starting this April. He will also appear at Wet Republic Ultra Pool. We can’t wait!
Pool season just got hotter at Wet Republic Ultra Pool. Calvin Harris, who recently announced his exclusive DJ residency at Wet Republic, will appear for the first time on Sunday, April 7! Calvin, along with Tiesto and Steve Aoki, will also be calling Hakkasan home this year.
Calvin Harris Announces Residency at Hakkasan Las Vegas
GRAMMY Award-winning Calvin Harris will launch a new and exclusive residency at Hakkasan Las Vegas opening in April at MGM Grand Hotel & Casino. The highly acclaimed DJ will debut his residency at the nightclub beginning in April, and is set to perform 46 dates. Additionally, the artist will bring his residency to WET REPUBLIC Ultra Pool creating a daytime experience for fans where they can see the iconic DJ perform for 22 dates.
Neil Moffitt, CEO of Angel Management Group said, “Calvin Harris is celebrated as one of the most influential and talented DJs in the world. We are delighted to have him on board.”
“I have worked with Neil Moffitt for years and I have a lot of faith in his vision for Hakkasan Las Vegas,” said Harris. “I am excited to be part of this historic venture, it will be a new era for Las Vegas and for the dance music scene.”
DJ, songwriter and producer Harris first hit the music scene with his gold-selling album I Created Disco in 2006. Originally from Scotland, he has since gained worldwide attention for his work in the electronic scene. Harris has been recognized with multiple awards, including winning Best Electronic Video for “Feel So Close” and Video of the Year for “We Found Love” with Rihanna at the 2012 MTV Video Music Awards. He also took home a GRAMMY Award for Best Short Form Music Video at the recent 2013 GRAMMY Awards. Additionally, he was nominated for “Best British Male” at the BRIT Awards in 2010 and 2013 and was named the “World’s Most Successful Songwriter” in 2011 and 2012 by Music Week.
Harris has worked in various capacities with a number of internationally known recording artists including Rihanna, Florence Welch, Ellie Goulding, Dizzee Rascal, Cheryl Cole and Kylie Minogue. Single sales are 24 million and growing, and his album sales are in excess of 1 million. His current album 18 MONTHS released October 2012 (Roc Nation/Columbia/Ultra Music) is available to check out here.
Hakkasan Las Vegas, a restaurant and nightclub complex, will offer guests a 360-degree curated experience combining fine dining and unparalleled entertainment and nightlife inside a beautifully designed five-level structure. A collaboration between the celebrated international dining group Hakkasan Ltd. and leading entertainment and nightlife company Angel Management Group, the venue is a dramatic extension of the brand as it will include the restaurant’s first venture into nightlife.
WET REPUBLIC set the standard for innovation in Las Vegas as The Strip’s first daylife destination. Evoking a sensuous South Beach ambiance with a seductive modern vibe, the alluring 53,000-square-foot party pool features spectacular saltwater pools, individual dipping pools, exclusive VIP Bungalows, hip party cabanas, spacious daybeds and oversized deluxe chaise lounges. The venue boasts a spacious pool deck doubles as an entertainment stage for the hottest in-demand DJs, celebrity guests and entertainers at WET REPUBLIC’s weekly and monthly signature events. Unique culinary offerings, signature cocktails, premium bottle and pitcher service can be enjoyed in the lounge or ordered poolside. Wet Republic is an unrivaled daytime venue that transformed the Vegas pool party scene.
Have you heard? Lady Gaga will be performing Live at MGM Grand on January 25!
How would you like to stay at the MGM Grand or The Signature for two nights, get two tickets to Lady Gaga’s The Born this Way Ball, two complimentary buffets and admission for two at Tabu?
The exclusive Lady Gaga MGM Grand package can be found here.
And The Signature at MGM Grand package can be found here.
Hope to see you at the show!
Barbra Streisand rocked the Grand Garden Arena last Friday night. This was only her 89th concert since the beginning of her career. Pretty cool!
Pacquiao vs. Marquez IV at MGM Grand
Fighter of the Decade Manny “Pacman” Pacquiao of the Philippines and four-division world champion Juan Manuel “Dinamita” Marquez of Mexico will go mano a mano and toe-to-toe once again in a 12-round welterweight battle. Pacquiao-Marquez 4, the eagerly anticipated fourth act of their fistoric rivalry, will take place Saturday, December 8 at MGM Grand Garden Arena. Stay tuned for behind the scenes photos!
Want to jam with your fave rock star?
A fan rocked out with Gene Simmons at our Rock N Roll Fantasy Camp this weekend! Find out how to get your once in a lifetime experience with your favorite rock icon here.
In Case You Missed It: iHeartRadio
The iHeartRadio Music Festival was two nights of amazing music. Big thanks to all the celebs and musicians who put on a great show. Check out these snapshots from night one’s performances!
