The scene has been playing out for weeks now across town, as various Las Vegas institutions resume daily operations, each providing its own chapter in the story of a 24/7 city getting back on its high-heeled feet.
Reopening Las Vegas
More than two months into a state-mandated shutdown, some Las Vegas casinos and restaurants are planning to reopen their doors to the public June 4.
Las Vegas casinos are ushering in guests eager to try their luck today, 78 days after resorts were closed because of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Zak Bagans says of his reopening, “I added some new exhibits that are really going to blow people away.”
After 78 days of silence, Las Vegas casinos will come back to life Thursday, welcoming back the gaming and tourism that serves as Nevada’s lifeblood.
Most of Circus Circus’ well-known amenities, aside from its buffet, are returning.
CES, Las Vegas’ largest annual trade show, is set to return to town in January.
The Miracle Mile Shops announced it is delaying its reopening out of an “abundance of caution for the safety of our employees and guests.”
The Orleans and South Point will open their doors Thursday, and The Venetian will follow Friday. Games will be played four-handed for now.
The Excalibur will be the next MGM Resorts property to reopen, on June 11, according to a hotel spokesman.
Officials at the Regional Justice Center in downtown Las Vegas moved toward allowing more people inside a once-bustling courthouse.
Even as resorts change their plans and say they’re ready to reopen Thursday, visitors from all over the country say they can’t wait to get to Las Vegas for some fun.
Nevada will remain in Phase Two of the state’s reopening plan through July. Masks are required in nearly all public spaces and testing has expanded.
For some downtown Las Vegas casino operators, Thursday won’t come soon enough.
Monday tours at The Strat and Bellagio provided a sneak peek at what Nevada casinos’ new health and safety protocols will look like.
Casinos aren’t allowed to reopen until Thursday, but the Downtown Grand is ready to start welcoming hotel guests Monday.
Tourists from across the United States are planning their return to Sin City.