LAS VEGAS Latin GRAMMY Awards Guide: MGM Resorts Intl. Dining & Entertainment Options
13 Nov 2016 by HOMBRE in Bars, Celebrities, Cuisine, Decorating, Event, Fame, Film, Films, General, Home, Hot Spots, Hotels, Lounges, Music, Pleasure, Restaurants, Sports, Television, Theater
With this year’s Latin GRAMMY Awards coming to Las Vegas’ T-Mobile Arena, MGM Resorts International properties provide all the accomdations, entertainment, and dining you can handle. Among our favorite places to stay are the following: Bellagio, ARIA, Vdara, Mandarin Oriental, MGM Grand, Mandalay Bay, Delano, The Mirage, Monte Carlo, and New York-New York. We have broken down these venues and selected the top experiences of each for you to enjoy and make the best of your Latin GRAMMY Awards week in Sin City.
T-MOBILE ARENA
The new 20,000-seat venue located on the Las Vegas Strip between New York-New York and Monte Carlo, opened in April and is the new home of the Latin Grammy Awards. The arena will host more than 100 events annually including major headline entertainment, awards shows, UFC, boxing, basketball and other sporting events, family shows and special events. T-Mobile Arena will welcome a National Hockey League expansion team in the fall of 2017 – Las Vegas’ first professional sports team. The city’s newest landmark features 50 luxury suites, more than two dozen private loge boxes, complete broadcast facilities, and other specially designed exclusive hospitality offerings and fan amenities destined to create a guest experience second to none.
2016 LATIN GRAMMY AWARDS
Date: Thursday, Nov. 17
Time: 5 p.m.
Prices: $54.50, $136.25, $218, $381.50, $545 and $76 (not including applicable service fees)
Buy: Tickets are available at the T-Mobile Arena box office.
STAYING AT THE MGM GRAND
Whether you’re looking to get some work done or just celebrate, the Executive Queen Suite can serve your needs. With media hub and plenty of meeting space, the Executive Queen Suite is the perfect place to get some work done. Of course, with its stylish design, artfully modern furnishings and distinct areas for entertaining, this room is perfect for meetings and parties.
MUST – DINING AT MORIMOTO
The famed ‘Iron Chef’ Masaharu Morimoto has created a bridge between the culinary traditions of his native Japan with American influences when opening his first Las Vegas venue – just in time for the Latin GRAMMY Awards. It’s truly one of a kind. The contemporary Japanese design of Morimoto Las Vegas combines delicate Japanese beauty and elegance, with exotic photographs by Yasumichi Morita, to create a stunning restaurant with a signature Morimoto touch. From the moment you arrive, you will begin to experience Las Vegas in a new way; The Morimoto way. DON’T MISS IT!
MUST – ENTERTAINMENT & DINING AT THE PARK
THE PARK is an eclectic blend of restaurants, bars and entertainment tucked into rich desert landscaping right next to the Latin Grammys epicenter, the TMobile Arena. This is also a central gathering place on The Strip’s west side connecting New York-New York and Monte Carlo resorts.
The new outdoor destination features nightly entertainment from approximately 7:30 p.m. to 11 p.m. including acts such as The Paul Charles Band, Tony Marques Band, Ashley Red, flamenco guitarists, salsa dancers, saxophone players, classical guitarists, jazz performers and flute players.
PARTY AT THE PARK
- Music provided by the Tony Marques Band
- $5 beer, wine and shot specials
Time: 5 p.m.
Date: Every Tuesday
Admission: Complimentary
PAINT AT THE PARK
- Guests are invited to eat, mingle and Paint at The Park on the last Wednesday of each month
- Guests can paint one of four Las Vegas themed paintings while enjoying fresh air and beautiful Strip views.
Time: 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Price: $25, includes the cost of all art supplies
Buy: To purchase a ticket, visit Pinot’s Palette Online or pay upon arrival with cash or credit card. The event is open to the public and no reservations are required.
“O” THEATRE
“O” BY CIRQUE DU SOLEIL
- “O” is an aquatic tapestry of artistry, surrealism and theatrical romance by world-class acrobats, synchronized swimmers and divers performing in, on and above water.
- “O” features a cast of 85 artists from around the world.
Dates: Wednesday – Sunday
Dark: Monday and Tuesday
Times: 7 p.m. and 9:30 p.m
Additional Performances: Tuesday, Nov. 22 at 7 p.m.; Tuesday, Dec. 13 at 9:30 p.m.;
Tuesday, Dec. 27 at 7 p.m. and 9:30 p.m.
Additional Dark Dates: November 28 – December 13
Prices: Tickets start at $109 (not including applicable taxes and service fees) and VIP suite tickets are $295 per person (not including applicable taxes and service fees) and must be purchased in pairs.
Buy: Tickets are available at the “O” box office or online at cirquedusoleil.com/o or bellagio.com.
BELLAGIO GALLERY OF FINE ART
The current exhibition, “Town and Country: From Degas to Picasso,” illustrates the division between city and countryside due to political and social climate during the Industrial Revolution in the United States and Europe. Featured artists include Vincent van Gogh, Claude Monet, Pablo Picasso, Edgar Degas, Jean-François Millet and many more.
Hours: 10 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Admission: Complimentary
Contact: For more information, call (702) 693-7871 or visit wbellagio.com/bgfa
THE BANK NIGHTCLUB
Dates: Thursday – Sunday
Hours: Doors open at 10:30 p.m.
Admission: Cover charges apply pending day and special events. Guests must be 21 years of age or older with a valid ID.
Contact: Call (702) 588-5656 for more information
Note: The Bank hosts “Industry Sundays” which includes complimentary admission for locals.
HYDE BELLAGIO
Dates/Hours: Lounge: Daily from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Nightclub: Tuesday – Wednesday; Friday – Saturday: 10:30 p.m. to 5 a.m.
Admission: Cover charges apply pending day and special events. Guests must be 21 years of age or older with a valid ID.
Contact: Call (702) 693-8700 for more information
Notes: • Hyde Bellagio hosts “Lost Angels” Insider Tuesdays, an evening
that pays homage to the culture, music and style of Los Angeles.
- Hyde Bellagio’s newest concept, “Infamous Wednesdays,” is a night filled with tasty libations and sizzling sounds.
- One Sunday each month, Hyde Bellagio hosts “XIV Vegas Sessions.
PETROSSIAN BAR
Dates: Daily
Hours: 24 hours
Admission: Complimentary. Guests must be 21 years of age or older with a valid ID.
Contact: Call (702) 693-7111 for more information
Note: Live pianist performance times can be found at bellagio.com.
ARIA
JEWEL NIGHTCLUB
Continuing with the next generation of luxury entertainment offerings, the JEWEL experience merges the intimate, exclusive atmosphere of the physical space with state-of-the-art, LED technology to deliver an immersive nightlife experience, cut and polished to perfection.
The multi-level venue encompasses a main club with an overlooking mezzanine level complete with five unique and secluded suites situated above the dance floor, each with its own exclusive entry.
Dates: Thursday – Saturday; Monday
Hours: Doors open at 10 p.m.
Admission: Cover charges apply pending day and special events. Guests must be 21 years of age or older with a valid ID.
Contact: Call (702) 590-7111 for more information
Note: JEWEL hosts “Flawless Mondays,” which includes complimentary admission for locals.
ALIBI ULTRA LOUNGE
Dates: Daily
Hours: 12 p.m. to 5 a.m.
Admission: Cover charges apply pending day and special events. Guests must be 21 years of age or older with a valid ID.
Contact: Call (702) 693-8300 for more information
MANDARIN ORIENTAL
MANDARIN BAR
Dates/Hours: Thursday: 9 p.m. to midnight
Friday – Saturday: 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.
Admission: Complimentary.
Contact: Call 1 (888) 881-9367 for a complete list of live entertainment.
MGM GRAND Entertainment
DAVID COPPERFIELD THEATER
DAVID COPPERFIELD
Dates: November 7 – 30; December 11 – 31; January 1 – 10, 2017
Times: Sunday – Friday: 7 p.m. and 9:30 p.m.
Saturday: 4 p.m., 7 p.m. and 9:30 p.m.
Prices: $69.99, $79.99 and $99.99 (not including applicable service charges and taxes);
VIP Meet-and-Greet packages which include front row seating, a photograph with Copperfield and a signed souvenir photo, are available for $199 (plus handling fees)
Buy: Tickets are available at ticketmaster.com or at any MGM Grand box office.
BRAD GARRETT’S COMEDY CLUB
Dates: Nightly
Time: 8 p.m.
Performance Note: Brad Garrett’s Comedy Club will be closed November 24 and December 25.
Prices: $39, $49 and $59 (not including applicable service charges and taxes)
Buy: Tickets are available at mgmgrand.com or at any MGM Grand box office.
Notes: Prices are $59, $69 and $79 when Garrett is scheduled to perform.
Guests must be 21 years of age or older with a valid ID to attend.
Garrett’s scheduled appearance dates are November 14 – 20; 28 – 30; December 1 – 4 and 12 – 18.
KÀ THEATRE
KÀ BY CIRQUE DU SOLEIL
KÀ, the unprecedented epic production by Cirque du Soleil, takes adventures to an all-new level.
The show features a dynamic theatrical landscape, as an entire empire appears on KÀ’s colossal stage, and a captivating display of aerial acrobatics envelops the audience.
The title is inspired by the ancient Egyptian belief in the “ka,” an invisible spiritual duplicate of the body that accompanies every human being throughout this life and into the next.
Dates: Saturday – Wednesday
Dark: Thursday and Friday
Additional Dark Dates: November 16 – 18
Performance Note: 7 p.m. show only Friday, Nov. 11; 4:30 p.m. and 7 p.m. shows Saturday, Dec. 31
Times: 7 p.m. and 9:30 p.m.
Prices: Tickets start at $69 (not including applicable service charges and taxes)
Buy: Tickets are available at the KÀ box office or online at cirquedusoleil.com/ka or mgmgrand.com.
Note: KÀ Theatre Spectacular, a free open house that highlights KÀ’s impressive work, inspiration and unprecedented technology, is held every Tuesday at 11 a.m. and 11:30 a.m.
JABBAWOCKEEZ THEATER
JABBAWOCKEEZ
Dates/Times: Thursday – Friday; Sunday – Monday: 7 p.m. and 9:30 p.m.
Saturday: 4 p.m., 7 p.m. and 9:30 p.m.
Dark: Tuesday and Wednesday
Performance Note: 7 p.m. show only November 6 – 7; 14; 28
4 p.m., 7 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. shows November 24 – 26
Prices: Tickets start at $49.99 (not including applicable service charges and taxes)
Buy: Tickets are available at mgmgrand.com or at any MGM Grand box office.
HAKKASAN LAS VEGAS
Dates/Hours: Wednesday – Friday; Sunday: Doors open at 10 p.m.
Saturday: Doors open at 9 p.m.
Admission: Cover charges apply pending day and special events. Table reservations complete with bottle service are available. Guests must be 21 years of age or older with a valid ID.
Contact: Call (702) 891-3838 for more information
• Hakkasan is open every Wednesday for “Ling Ling Wednesdays.”
Every Thursday, Hakkasan Nightclub hosts its signature industry event, “RISE Thursdays.”
ENTERTAINMENT LOUNGES AND DINING
WHISKEY DOWN
Dates: Daily
Hours: 24 hours
Admission: Complimentary. Guests must be 21 years of age or older with a valid ID.
Contact: Call (702) 891-1111 for more information
CENTRIFUGE
Dates: Daily
Hours: 24 hours
Admission: Complimentary. Guests must be 21 years of age or older with a valid ID.
Contact: Call (702) 891-1111 for more information
CSI: THE EXPERIENCE
Dates/Times: Daily; 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. (last entry at 8 p.m.)
Prices: $28 per person (12 years and older); $21 per person (ages 4 – 11); second re-entry is priced at $13 and second and third re-entry together are priced at $16 with proof of prior admission; not including service fees,
***Nevada residents with valid ID receive a $5 discount.
Additional Information: CSI: The Experience is designed for guests 12 years of age or older. Multimedia portions of the exhibit are presented in English with Spanish subtitles. For more information, call MGM Grand at (702) 891-7006 or go online to mgmgrand.com or csiexhibit.com.
Note: Guests can choose three attractions from the below five and pay only $57. Tickets can be purchased at participating MGM Resorts International box offices or by calling (866) 606-7111. Participating attractions include: CSI: The Experience, Shark Reef Aquarium, Siegfried & Roy’s Secret Garden and Dolphin Habitat, Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition, Bodies…The Exhibition, The Roller Coaster and The Adventuredome.
MANDALAY BAY
MICHAEL JACKSON ONE THEATRE
MICHAEL JACKSON ONE BY CIRQUE DU SOLEIL
- Michael Jackson ONE is a state-of-the-art visual and audio experience creating a theatrical evocation of Jackson’s creative genius.
- Guided and inspired by his music, four misfits set out on a transformative adventure. By journey’s end, they will personify Michael’s agility, courage, playfulness and love.
Dates: Friday – Tuesday
Times: 7 p.m. and 9:30 p.m.
Dark: Wednesday and Thursday
Additional Performance: Wednesday, Nov. 23 at 7 p.m. and 9:30 p.m.
Prices: Tickets start at $69 (not including applicable taxes and service fees)
Buy: Tickets can be purchased at the Michael Jackson ONE Theatre box office or online at cirquedusoleil.com/one or mandalaybay.com.
NIGHTLIFE
LIGHT NIGHTCLUB
Dates/Hours: Wednesday; Friday – Saturday: Doors open at 10:30 p.m.
Admission: Cover charges will apply pending day and special events. Guests must be 21 years of age or older with a valid ID.
Contact: Call 702-632-4700 for more information
Note: Every Wednesday, LIGHT Nightclub hosts its Industry Night, “Blow Out Wednesdays.”
Dates/Hours: Friday – Saturday: Opens at 7 p.m.
Admission: Guests must be 21 years of age or older with a valid ID.
Contact: Call (702) 912-4001 for more information
MIZUYA
Dates/Hours: Monday – Thursday: 11 a.m. to 3 a.m.
Friday: 11 a.m. to 4 a.m.
Saturday: 9 a.m. to 4 a.m.
Sunday: 9 a.m. to 3 a.m.
Admission: Complimentary.
Contact: Call (702) 632-6112 for more information
FOUNDATION ROOM
Dates: Nightly
Hours: Lounge Hours: Opens at 5 p.m.
Dining Room Hours: Sunday – Thursday: 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Friday and Saturday: 6 p.m. to 11 p.m.
Admission: Cover charges apply pending day and special events. Guests must be 21 years of age or older with a valid ID.
Contact: Call (702) 632-7614 for more information
Note: Foundation Room has a membership program with exclusive benefits. To learn more about the services included in a Foundation Room membership or to schedule a personal tour, call (702) 632-4775.
MOOREA BEACH CLUB
Dates: Friday – Sunday
Hours: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Admission: Cover charges apply pending day and special events. Guests must be 21 years of age or older with a valid ID.
Contact: Call (702) 632-7777 for more information
ATTRACTIONS
SHARK REEF AQUARIUM
Dates: Daily
Hours: Sunday – Thursday: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Friday and Saturday: 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.
(last entry is one hour prior to close)
Admission: Adults: $20; Children (4–12 years): $14; Children (3 and under): Complimentary
Annual passes can be purchased; Adults: $40; Children (4–12 years): $25; Children (3 and under): Complimentary
***Nevada Resident Discount: present valid I.D. at the box office and receive a discounted admission price.
For more information, call (702) 632-4555 or visit mandalaybay.com or sharkreef.com.
DELANO LAS VEGAS
FRANKLIN
Every Saturday Franklin hosts “Chords & Cocktails” from 6 p.m. – 9 p.m. featuring live music and a specialty cocktail pairing available for purchase.
Dates: Daily
Hours: 10 a.m. to 2 a.m.
Admission: Complimentary. Guests must be 21 years of age or older with a valid ID.
Contact: Call (702) 632-7777 for more information.
SKYFALL LOUNGE
Dates/Hours: Monday – Thursday: 5 p.m. to midnight
Friday – Saturday: 5 p.m. to 1 a.m.
Admission: Complimentary. Guests must be 21 years of age or older with a valid ID.
Contact: Call (702) 632-7777 for more information
THE MIRAGE
THE BEATLES LOVE BY CIRQUE DU SOLEIL
The show brings together the magic of Cirque du Soleil with the spirit and passion of the most beloved rock group of all time – The Beatles; exploring the essence of love that John, Paul, George and Ringo inspired during their astonishing adventure together.
The Beatles LOVE by Cirque du Soleil recently celebrated its 10th anniversary.
Dates: Thursday – Monday
Dark: Tuesday and Wednesday
Times: 7 p.m. and 9:30 p.m.
Prices: Tickets start at $79 (not including applicable taxes and service fees)
Buy: Tickets are available at the LOVE box office or online at mirage.com, cirquedusoleil.com/love or thebeatles.com.
ACES OF COMEDY SERIES
Tickets are available at mirage.com or at any of The Mirage box offices. Guests 16 – 17 years of age must be accompanied by an adult (18 years of age or older). Guests under 16 are not permitted. Additional age restrictions as noted below.
WAYNE BRADY
Date: Friday, Nov. 18
Time: 10 p.m.
Prices: Prices start at $39.99 (not including applicable taxes and service fees)
JAY LENO
Date: Saturday, Nov. 19
Time: 10 p.m.
Prices: Prices start at $59.99 (not including applicable taxes and service fees)
1 OAK LAS VEGAS
Dates: Wednesday, Friday – Saturday
Hours: Doors open at 10:30 p.m.
Admission: Cover charges apply pending day and special events. Guests must be 21 years of age or older with a valid ID.
Contact: Call (702) 693-8300 for more information
Note: Every Wednesday 1 OAK hosts its industry night, “Industry Wednesdays.”
ATTRACTIONS
SIEGFRIED & ROY’S SECRET GARDEN AND DOLPHIN HABITAT
Dates: Daily
Hours: Seasonal; call (702) 791-7188 for more information; Last admission is 60 minutes prior to close.
Admission: Adults: $22; Children (4 – 12): $17;
Children (3 and under): Complimentary
Contact: Call (702) 791-7188 or visit mirage.com for more information.
Note: Guests can choose three attractions from the below five and pay only $57. Tickets can be purchased at participating MGM Resorts International box offices or by calling (866) 606-7111. Participating attractions include: CSI: The Experience, Shark Reef Aquarium, Siegfried & Roy’s Secret Garden and Dolphin Habitat, Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition, Bodies…The Exhibition, The Roller Coaster and The Adventuredome.
ENTERTAINMENT at MONTE CARLO
Each month, Monte Carlo offers a variety of entertainment at select resort venues. For more information, visit montecarlo.com.
DOUBLE BARREL ROADHOUSE
Every Tuesday Double Barrel hosts “Liquid Courage Karaoke” at 9 p.m. Liquid Courage Karaoke brings singing and shenanigans to the Las Vegas Strip with a mix of locals and tourists alike, whom all have one thing in common, a sought-out good time.
Every Friday and Saturday evening Double Barrel hosts Double Barrel LIVE!, a live music event aiming to bring a tangible southern roadhouse feel with bands performing in a modern and intimate atmosphere. Guests are welcome to enjoy the food, drink and ambiance while enjoying quality live music. Admission is complimentary.
Dates of Operation: Daily
Hours of Operation: Sunday – Wednesday: 11:30 a.m. to 11 p.m.
Thursday – Saturday: 11:30 a.m. to 3 a.m.
Admission: Complimentary
Contact: Call (702) 222-7735 for more information
DIABLO’S CANTINA
Every Friday and Saturday, Diablo’s Cantina hosts “Latin Nights” at 10 p.m. Latin Nights invite guests to feel the rhythms and dance the night away to the sultry sounds of salsa, marengue, cumbia and bachata. Complimentary entry is available for all Monte Carlo hotel guests (must present hotel key) and ladies are free until midnight. Admission is $20 for men.
Dates of Operation: Daily
Hours of Operation: 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Admission: Complimentary with the exception of special events.
Contact: Call (702) 730-6615 for more information.
NEW YORK-NEW YORK NIGHTLIFE
COYOTE UGLY
Dates: Daily
Hours: Doors open at 6 p.m.
Admission: Cover charges apply pending day and special events. Guests must be 21 years of age or older with a valid ID.
Contact: Call (702) 740-6330 for more information.
BAR AT TIMES SQUARE
Dates: Daily
Hours: Monday – Thursday: 1 p.m. to 2:30 a.m.
Friday – Sunday: 11 a.m. to 2:30 a.m.
Admission: Cover charges apply pending day and special events. Guests must be 21 years of age or older with a valid I.D.
***Complimentary for guests with valid Nevada I.D.
Note: Dueling Pianos are scheduled daily from 8 p.m. to 2 a.m.
ATTRACTIONS
THE ROLLER COASTER
Dates/Hours: Sunday – Thursday: 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.
Friday – Saturday: 10:30 a.m. to midnight
Restrictions: Riders must be at least 54” tall
Prices: One ride is $14. Same day re-riders are $8. The all-day Scream Pass is $25. Family Fun Flight for Four Package is available for $60 (includes four individual rides and two 5 x 7 souvenir pictures.
Las Vegas locals receive $10 admission with a valid Nevada I.D. and must purchase one regular priced ticket.
Note: Guests can choose three attractions from the below five and pay only $57. Tickets can be purchased at participating MGM Resorts International box offices or by calling (866) 606-7111. Participating attractions include: CSI: The Experience, Shark Reef Aquarium, Siegfried & Roy’s Secret Garden and Dolphin Habitat, Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition, Bodies…The Exhibition, The Roller Coaster and The Adventuredome.
BLUE MAN GROUP
Dates: Nightly
Times: 7 p.m. and 9:30 p.m.
Prices: $74.90, $99 and $149.70 (not including applicable taxes and service fees); the VIP Behind the Blue experience is available for an additional $55 and includes a 90-minute back stage tour. ***Military Discount: present valid I.D. at the box office and receive a discount
Buy: Tickets are available at luxor.com and the property box office.