Faces in the Crowd

I was recently having lunch with a colleague at Diablo’s Cantina, a restaurant inside the Luxor hotel, and my colleague noted that it was a terrific people-watching spot, thanks to its short walls and proximity to so many fun destinations. As our meal progressed, I had to concur—in fact, the people-watching was almost more fun than the meal itself (almost!).

This week’s issue is full of so many di erent forms of entertainment, all of which o er copious amounts of said people-watching:

Sports. This weekend, David Benavidez and Caleb Plant duke it out at MGM Grand Garden Arena for the World Boxing Council interim super-middleweight championship (“Heated Words,” p. 32).

Concerts. This week sees the continuation of both Luke Bryan’s mega-successful residency at Resorts World Las Vegas (“Doin’ His Thing,” p. 36 ) and Miranda Lambert’s residency at Planet Hollywood Resort (“She’s Got Wheels,” p. 18), the beginning of a limited engagement by Rick Springfield at The STRAT (“Rocking the Room,” p. 34), and the return of Barry Manilow to Westgate Las Vegas as he nears Elvis Presley’s concert record there (“This One’s for the Fans,” p. 12).

Theater. The Tony Award-winning smash SIX— The Musical debuts at The Venetian (“Supreme Queens,” p. 38).

Dining. People-watching venues don’t get much better than Nobu Las Vegas at Paris (“Legendary Bites,” p. 28) and ¡VIVA! at Resorts World (“A Great Meetup,” p. 14).

Nightlife. Ghostbar at Palms has some of the best views you’ll fi nd anywhere in town (“High-Spirited Nightlife,” p. 17 ).

Let the people-watching begin! Just remember: Odds are someone is watching you, too.

What to do in Las Vegas this week

Katie Dixon, Publisher

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Sunday 19

March Fever Viewing Party

Enjoy stadium-style food while you place your bets and view the games on giant screens. Splurge on a VIP ticket that includes food and drinks for the full experience.

Golden Nugget, goldennugget.com

Monday 20

Easy’s Cocktail Lounge

Las Vegas’ newest speakeasystyle lounge features plush furniture and some truly incredible (and Instagramworthy) cocktails like the Heart of the Ocean, which is served in a hand-blown seashell. Aria, easysvegas.com

Tuesday 21

Mean Girls the Musical

The hilarious hit Broadway musical is coming to Las Vegas, and you absolutely can sit with us. Fans will get to see The Plastics live on stage. It’s guaranteed to be so fetch! Smith Center for the Performing Arts, thesmithcenter.com

Mar. 19-25

Wednesday 22

Blue Man Group

While the show is hard to describe—is it comedy? Is it musical? Is it an alternate universe full of strange and surprising moments?—the experience is one of awe and appreciation. Luxor, blueman.com

Thursday 23

Dinner at Balla Italian Soul

The latest restaurant from Shawn McClain launched a new seasonal menu, featuring delicious options like their antipasti salad and house-made rigatoni. The vibrant atmosphere will transport you to the coast of Italy. Buon appetito!

Sahara Las Vegas, saharalasvegas.com

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Friday 24

Gatsby’s Cocktail Lounge

This luxe, whimsical lounge is the perfect place to celebrate National Cocktail Day. Order the Champagne Bubble Bath cocktail for a decadent presentation.

Resorts World Las Vegas, rwlasvegas.com

Saturday 25

Taylor Swift Eras Tour

If you’re lucky enough to score tickets, you’ll get to enjoy the hitmaker performing songs spanning her entire discography. This is a night you’ll remember all too well.

Allegiant Stadium, allegiantstadium.com

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