NEW IN MOTOWN
There’s nary a cellphone in sight at The Pinky Ring, Bruno Mars’ new retro cocktail lounge and club in the Bellagio. This is a far more intimate venue than most Vegas clubs, and caters to a slightly older crowd, with plush Art Deco design and a house band playing Motown, soul, and R&B hits. Whenever Bruno Mars is in town for his residency at Park MGM, he’s a regular fixture here, often mingling with guests. Sip a cocktail inspired by members of Mars’ longtime band, The Hooligans. High rollers can book the champagne room, with built-in ice pits to cool off. 3600 S Las Vegas Boulevard, bellagio.com/nightlife
GOLDEN TICKET
Behind an unmarked golden door at Bellagio’s cashier cage is the most opulent cocktail bar in Vegas. There are only 52 seats at The Vault, including eight seats at the bar, where guests can observe bartenders in black velvet tuxedos carefully concocting each drink. MGM Resorts executive director of beverage Craig Schoettler wants The Vault to be a languorous escape from the frenetic casino atmosphere. “We’ve invited you into our home and this is our living room,” he said. Signature cocktails begin at $35, presented with tableside flourishes and the finest glassware. Caviar service and canapés like a crispy potato “croissant” make for luxe bar snacks. 3600 S Las Vegas Boulevard, bellagio.com/thevault
JASON DERULO IN ACTION
Global superstar Jason Derulo dazzles audiences this summer with an electrifying new residency at Voltaire at The Venetian Resort Las Vegas. The multiplatinum-selling singer, songwriter, actor, and dancer will bring his signature blend of infectious energy and fiery vocals to the intimate venue for a series of unforgettable performances, kicking off May 17, with dates in June, July, and August. For the highly anticipated show, Derulo will perform a comprehensive setlist from his 15-year career, which includes 22 platinum singles as well as material from his latest album, Nu King. 3355 S Las Vegas Boulevard, voltairelv.com
FOOD FETE FANTASTIC
This June, Wynn Las Vegas unveils an all-new culinary festival bringing together some of the world’s top chefs, best-in-class vintners, mixologists, art installations, and live entertainment. Revelry showcases a variety of experiences, from chef collaboration dinners and mixologist masterclasses to a signature grand tasting finale that takes guests from Tulum with coastal Mexican fare to the Casbah marketplace with James Beard Award-winning chef Alon Shaya to Tokyo’s Shibuya Crossing with Japanese street foods. Participating chefs include Eleven Madison Park’s Daniel Humm, chef Junghyun Park of Atomix, chef Thomas Keller of The French Laundry, and more. June 5-8. 3131 Las Vegas Boulevard South, lasvegasrevelry.com
RED LIGHT RENO
The Spa at Aria Resort & Casino is the largest Forbes five-star spa in the world, and the latest in high-tech therapy are three red light therapy beds you won’t find anywhere else on the Strip. Red light therapy can be booked in 20-minute sessions as a standalone treatment or to complement a massage, facial, or other body treatment. Pick your favorite soundtrack from a touchscreen, then strip down to your underwear and a pair of goggles and prepare to be surrounded by thousands of tiny red LED lights that gently warm the bed and activate the body’s natural healing processes to reduce stress and help with anti-aging and immunity support. 3730 S Las Vegas Boulevard, aria.mgmresorts.com