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The Vantage LV #46
It's all happening—behind bars, inside clubs, and under mushrooms.
Matthew Prindiville
July 24, 2025
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Your locally curated guide to to the best brand-new eats, events, and hidden gems
[Issue #046 | July 24th, 2025]
Good morning, Vegas! The heat hasn’t let up, but the city’s still moving! New spots popping up, little events filling out the week, and plenty of reasons to actually leave the house (yes, even now). I’ve been noticing more locals out lately, lingering over drinks, talking to vendors, showing up for the all the new stuff. This issue’s got a little bit of all that. Hope you find something that feels like it was made for you.
🍜 A beloved local staple just hit the street.
🤡 What do clowns, crime, and cocktails have in common?
💸 Broke? Bitter? Ready to dance about it?
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Street Food by Weera Thai
📍 Near Sahara
Las Vegas’s beloved family-run Weera Thai drops its fifth spot with a casual, colorful twist! This Sahara Ave. outpost brings Thai street-food staples to a breezy, greenery‑draped dining room. This new location is all about quick, flavorful eats in a laid-back format. One of the best dining in Vegas, now even more accessible.
The Stadium
📍 S Main St.
From the brains behind Horse Trailer Hideout comes downtown’s first real-deal sports: The Stadium. 23 giant TVs, family- and game-day-friendly vibes, and a lineup of footlong brioche dogs, ball‑park nachos, wings, and lava cake. The grand opening is August 1 with hot‑dog contests and draft deals, but you can get in there now to check it out.
Electric Mushroom
📍 Fremont St.
A colossal psychedelic mushroom has magically appeared on Fremont East and no, it’s not a surreal art installation, it’s the all-new Electric Mushroom. Opening to the public on July 24, this venue from All Access Hospitality flips daily from casual eatery (4–10 p.m. with dishes under $25, plus a tomahawk steak) into neon-fueled nightclub, complete with bottle service and “shroom sirens”.
Clown Bar
📍 July 24+ @ Majestic Repertory Theatre
Majestic’s hard‑boiled, noir‑meets-clown‑underworld comedy Clown Bar returns, packing equal parts absurdist humor and seedy intrigue. Critics have praised this circus‑crime parody as “hard‑boiled and hilarious,” earning rave reviews for its dark wit and immersive staging. Directed by Troy Heard in the cozy SoCha storefront, this quirky show expertly balances tension and slapstick. Definitely worth a seat in Vegas’s indie theater scene.
Sink or Swim
📍 July 26 @ Area15
Art meets adrenaline at AREA15’s “Sink or Swim” live art auction, a free, water‑themed showcase featuring pieces by 22 local artists, including Jeff Lewis, Sara Godbout, and more. Artists paint and auction their creations on-site from 6–10 p.m., with bids starting around $200. Support local talent, soak up the interactive atmosphere, and come prepared to dive in (or risk sinking out of the bidding war).
Kaskade: Disarm You 10 Year Anniversary Party
📍 July 26 @ Ayu Dayclub
Ten years since the drop of “Disarm You,” Kaskade throws a sun-soaked celebration at AYU Dayclub, marking a decade of the iconic track. Get ready for a high-energy crowd, VIP bottle service, and festival-caliber vibes as Vegas’s EDM staple leads the charge.
Terrarium Class
📍 July 25 @ Fergusons Downtown
Take a break from the neon chaos and get hands-on with nature at Fergusons Downtown’s Terrarium Class. Attendees build their own miniature ecosystem (complete with jar, soil, plants, and a complimentary drink). It’s a fun, crafty escape in the heart of downtown, perfect for creatives, plant lovers, or anyone seeking a zen break with a side of sipping.
Just Vibes Market
📍 July 27 @ Fergusons Downtown
Fergusons Downtown’s signature pop‑up is hopping back this Sunday from 11 a.m.–4 p.m., spotlighting local makers, crafts, live tunes, and good vibes galore. It’s a charming mix of artisan booths, community energy, and a chance to score a $40 raffle gift card just for browsing.
Back To School Resource Fair
📍 July 26 @ Galleria at Sunset
Cox’s annual Back To School Fair returns to Galleria at Sunset from 11 a.m.–3 p.m., providing local families with access to school-district resources, nonprofit support, and free backpacks (while supplies last). Representatives from over 30 community agencies will be on-site to answer questions about enrollment, after-school programs, and more.
Neon Night Market + Foam Party
📍 July 26 @ Las Vegas Mini Grand Prix
Get ready for a glow‑tastic evening at the Neon Night Market + Foam Party from 6–9 p.m., blending small‑vendor stalls, dog‑friendly fun, face painting, a DJ dance floor (and a mega foam party from 8–9 p.m.). Hosted at the Mini Grand Prix, this family-friendly bash also features a adopt-a-dog station, balloon twisters, carnival rides, and zero cover charge
Graphouse: Long Live the Underground
📍 July 26 @ Fergusons Downtown
Graphouse revs the subterranean engine July 26 with “Long Live the Underground,” featuring final showdown bouts (most notably Sandra Moone vs. Lazarus). It’s legit underground wrestling, live in a cocktail bar. Vegas’s answer to indie fight clubs with flair.
Past Due : Recession Core Party
📍 July 26 @ Electric Playhouse
Electric Playhouse’s “Past Due” is billed as a recession-core rave for the broke and brilliant, promising gritty beat drops over designer frills from 7–9 p.m., age 21+ only. Hosted in the neon-lit Forum Shops, it’s a tongue-in-cheek, wallet-friendly dance banger.
LessThanJake - Summer Circus
📍 July 27 @ Brooklyn Bowl
Ska‑punk vets Less Than Jake roll into Brooklyn Bowl on July 27 for their “Summer Circus” tour, flanked by The Suicide Machines, Codefendants, and Catbite, doors at 6 p.m., all‑ages welcome. Vibe the horn-fueled ruckus, high-energy crowd chants, and bucket-list fun from ska’s enduring kings.
KPOP Heatwave
📍 July 25 @ Area15
Back by popular demand, “KPOP Heatwave” hits AREA15 Friday, July 25 at 9 p.m., bringing pulsing lights, viral dance challenges, and full-on Seoul-style energy. It’s a club-level showcase for K-pop fans and curious movers alike.
Dexter and the Moonrocks
📍 July 24 @ Area15
X107.5 brings Western‑space‑grunge outfit Dexter and the Moonrocks to AREA15 on July 24 at 7 p.m., blending country-rock riffs with cosmic grit in a genre all their own. Expect a rowdy, rootsy live set that’s already blowing up.
Def Leppard
📍 Feb 2 2026+ @ Caesars Palace
Classic‑rock giants Def Leppard are bringing their new Live at Caesars Palace residency to The Colosseum for 12 shows this February. The band’s first Strip residency since 2019 promises a fresh “eras”-style concept with deep cuts, acoustic treats, and arena anthems like “Pour Some Sugar On Me” and “Rock of Ages”.
Barry Manilow
📍 Sept 11 @ International Theater
Las Vegas legend Barry Manilow fires up the stage at Westgate’s International Theater on September 11, kicking off an ongoing series of shows through early 2026. Expect a greatest‑hits-packed night from the icon who’s made this theater his extended home.
Sturgis Buffalo Chip
📍 2026
The legendary Sturgis Buffalo Chip, famed for its no‑limits bike rally and massive concerts, is expanding to Southern Nevada with a full-blown resort casino hitting the ground in 2026. Plans include a 200-room hotel, a barn‑themed casino called Woody’s Barn, a 10K-seat amphitheater, tiny‑house village, lakeside “Bikini Beach,” and yee-haw! levels of fun.
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