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🤘Def Leppard, Babyface, & Friends...Oh My!
Published 8 months ago • 5 min read
This week, both Def Leppard and Babyface announced their return to Vegas. The Friends Experience opened at MGM Grand. A couple new brunches come to the Strip, and the M Resort gets a casino facelift. Don't miss the video at the bottom...its good for a laugh with added cuteness factor! 😍
In this edition:
Def Leppard Keeps Rocking Vegas—Again
‘Friends’ Experience Opens at MGM Grand
Babyface Brings Smooth R&B Back to Vegas
New Brunches That Will Ruin Your Sunday Diet 🍾
Blue Martini Ditches Town Square for the Strip
Steve Miller Band Scraps Vegas Gig🌧️
Barry Manilow Isn’t Going Anywhere, Vegas
A Giant 'Shroom' Sprouts on Fremont East 🍄
M Resort Rolls Out Refreshed Gaming Floor 🎲
$1,142,108 Wheel of Fortune Winner
$5 Bet ---> $408,966 Slotapalooza Winner
Vegas Itinerary from the Kids 😉
RESIDENCIES
Def Leppard Keeps Rocking Vegas—Again
Def Leppard is back for a third Vegas residency at Caesars Palace in February 2026—12 shows, all new staging, and a different setlist every night.
Dates: February 3, 5, 7, 10, 12, 14, 17, 19, 21, 24, 26, and 28
Venue: The Colosseum at Caesars Palace
Show style: “Eras” concept with surprises, acoustic sets, deep cuts
Tickets: Presales July 22–24; general on sale July 25 at 10 a.m. PT
A full-on “Friends” immersive attraction is now open at MGM Grandcomplete with couch selfies, recreated sets, and Vegas nods to Ross’s infamous wedding.
Location: Former CSI/Hunger Games space near MGM’s District
What’s inside: Central Perk, Monica’s kitchen, Joey’s foosball, Ross’s stairwell
Vegas extras: Caesars Palace props from the 1999 Vegas episodes
Design nerds: Every set detail is spot-on from actual show archives
13-time Grammy winner and longtime Vegas local Babyface returns to the stage this November with a hometown show full of hits, stories, and Vegas flair.
Dates: November 14 & 15 at the Pearl at the Palms
Local vibes: Babyface has lived in Vegas since the '90s
What’s in the show: CityKats showgirls, classics like “Whip Appeal,” and songs he wrote for legends
Rock legend Steve Miller has canceled his October 25 show at Planet Hollywood—and the rest of his U.S. tour—citing increasing threats from extreme heat, flooding, wildfires, hurricanes, and tornadoes.
Full tour canceled: All 2025 U.S. dates—including Vegas—called off
Weather concerns: Safety risks too high for fans, crew, and band
What’s next: Potential short indoor dates later, but no full tour
Fan reaction: Supportive and skeptical; tour refunds underway
No more “Fly Like an Eagle” this fall—but at least the refunds are coming.
RESIDENCIES
Barry Manilow Isn’t Going Anywhere, Vegas
Barry Manilow has extended his residency at Westgate through December 2026—because apparently he just can’t smile without us.
New shows: Select weekends starting February through December 2026
Milestone: Already beat Elvis for most shows at the venue
The M Resort in Henderson just unveiled a newly renovated 92,000 sq ft casino floor - the first phase in a $206 million makeover set to wrap up in 2026.
Upgrades include: revamped table games pit, travertine walkways, 39 reupholstered tables, fancy new chairs and carpet
High-roller corner revamped: updated high-limit room and Coors Light Chill Zone now connects to Raiders Tavern & Grill
What’s next: New convention space and ballroom opening this winter; a second hotel tower scheduled for early 2026
Big vision: Stage two aims to double room capacity to 774 and enhance the property-wide guest experience
A massive neon mushroom facade has popped up on Fremont East - here’s the lowdown:
Venue debut: It’s the entrance to Electric Mushroom, a restaurant-by-day, nightclub-by-night hybrid.
Opening soon: Join the fun starting July 24 at 10 pm, with an invite-only grand opening the next evening.
Vibes: Psychedelic décor, neon lightning bolts, “shroom sirens,” DJs, bottle service, and more.
Day mode: Opens early Sundays during football season; food menu under $25 with vegan mushroom swaps.
Night mode: Transforms into a full nightlife experience with comfy vibes and downtown energy.
That giant mushroom isn’t a prank...it’s your portal to a new Fremont East hotspot. Want menus, DJs, and reservation info? Click through for the full scoop.
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