WHAT TO DO IN LAS VEGAS THIS WEEK (JUNE 29-JULY 5, 2023 EDITION)

Melody Sweets, Theo Von, Secret Garden at Area15, Fourth of July celebrations and more in this week’s Superguide.

TRADING OUT THE TROPICANA: LAS VEGAS’ CONTINUED PRO SPORTS EXPANSION CARRIES AN ADDITIONAL COST

The Trop is pure Vegas history, all island themes and mob skims, showgirls and film appearances. Once it’s gone, the only early-era resorts remaining on the Strip will be the Sahara, Circus Circus and the Flamingo

DOM DOLLA INFUSES HIP-HOP AND HOUSE INTO HIS TRACKS AND LIVE SETS

“Vegas is really the place to hone your DJ skills,” says the Australian DJ, who hits XS on June 30.

Karved keeps its superb sandwiches coming with a second location

Top-selling picks include slow-roasted porchetta, Black Angus beef tri-tip and the rotisserie chicken pita.

Local spin: New releases from Mercy Music, Juno Rucker, Hunter’s Briefcase and more

Also, fresh sounds from Neon and Secos.

CONTENT PRESENTED BY NEVADA DIVISION OF MUSEUMS AND HISTORY

Exploring ‘Liberace: Real and Beyond’ at the Nevada State Museum

It’s flair, sparkle and pure, refined talent—he’s the one and only Liberace. The legendary showman, beloved worldwide and especially so in Las Vegas, lived a uniquely memorable life.

Broadway in the HOOD’s Torrey Russell dishes on the Las Vegas nonprofit’s biggest project yet

“This will be the first time in the history of Nevada that African Americans have owned and operated an arts education facility.”

Las Vegas filmmakers weigh in on how to keep the industry growing in Nevada

“Army of the Dead took place in Las Vegas, but we weren’t able to host that production here because of the lack of soundstages and incentives. So they ended up rebuilding our Strip in a soundstage in New Mexico. That stings a little bit.”

Secret Garden | Friday, June 30 – Saturday, July 1

Dance and frolic through a magical forest at Secret Garden on June 30 – July 1, 2023. When you enter the charming world of Secret Garden, you’ll be transported to an opulent realm filled with multiple stages of lavish soundscapes, mysterious and enticing performers, bewildering art installations, delectable cocktails, festival-style vendors and craft makers, and much more.

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Space Yacht | Friday, July 14

Get in loser, the Space Yacht 360 returns to AREA15 on Friday, July 14. Hit the dance floor and get ready for Pickle and LondonBridge to take the 360° stage, surrounded by projection-mapped visuals. More special guests to be announced soon.

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The Drums | Saturday, July 15

The Drums 2023 tour is headed to Las Vegas, for an exclusive play at AREA15. Get ready for a wave of alternative, indie-surf rock in the open-air A-Lot on Saturday, July 15.

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DON'T MISS THIS:

CARRIE UNDERWOOD: REFLECTION

Resorts World Las Vegas

Friday, June 30, 2023

8-10 p.m.

Three-time ACM Entertainer of the Year and 8-time GRAMMY winner Carrie Underwood returns to Resorts World Theatre in Las Vegas for select dates from June to December 2023 with REFLECTION: The Las Vegas Residency.