Basketball tournament for the weekend and let me start by saying this place is WELL air…read moreconditioned!! It was actually freezing lol . It's a really huge space that was actually used to the best of the tournament ability. Tournament ran from Friday to Sunday Parking was a bit much has they had shuttles to take you back to the parking lot .

This place is massive. I've been to a few convention centers and this by far is the biggest one…read moreI've ever been to. I came here for a 3 day tournament. I parked on site all 3 days. 2 of the days I was not charged then on Sunday morning I was charged $15. I think they are extremely low on staff. Of the 3 days the starbucks was only opened on Sunday and there was a super long line and they were not accepting mobile orders. There were also a lot of other food locations that were not opened. We had a hard time locating staff when we had questions. All the security people working the door at the tournament smelled like weed. The bathrooms were super duper clean and the grounds are clean as well. The AC worked very well on our side as well. It felt like it was set to 58! I needed my blanket to just to get comfortable lol. Overall it was a good venue. Staff was really lacking and the ones that were there were really questionable. Also I think its rude to host all day and not open the food and coffee options.

This was my 1st visit when I attended Ted-X Las Vegas. Because it was such a big event, I had to…read morepark elsewhere and walk over (10 minutes). Once I got here, the outside was nicely decorated and set up with tables and directional signs. The side has a garden with shade trees and places to sit. Unfortunately, due to event restrictions, I couldn't take interior photos, but it's spacious and has great acoustics. Outside, there is a courtyard with a cafe that was open the entire time. I was able to get healthy beet juice, coffee, and a sandwich. All tasted great and were served within a few minutes. Overall, I would come back, but I will probably take an Uber/Lyft due to parking limitations.

I attended an event here and we had such a great time. Such an interesting looking building to have…read morean event. We were also allowed to go to the garden area where there was live music and another bar. We found out that Lou Ruvo event center has many things that you can rent to help with an event. So glad we got to experience this. Such a good time.

GlowFest is a glowing displays festival that invites guests to follow the story of a baby dragon…read morelost in the darkness of the universe. This little dragon discovers Earth, a world alive with color, wonder and light. Its journey unfolds through five distinct realms- Reality, Nature, Ocean, Celestial Realm and Exotic Lands, where two white elephants act as its guides. As you wander the festival and admire the light installations, you can follow the story by scanning QR codes that are presented at the displays. These meticulously handcrafed sculptures are interactive and mesmerizing and do a wonderful job to bring these fantastical worlds to life. Along with the glowing displays and family-friendly fun, you can enjoy their vendor village that offers eats and sweet treats and free crafts, such as coloring and bracelet making, for all ages. The festival offers free parking, porta potties restrooms, and Nevada locals recieve 50% discount on tickets for the first 3 days of the festival and then 10% off tickets until Glowfest ends in February. You can purchase tickets online before you arrive or at their box office at the entrance gate. Our family went for their 4pm timeslot which allowed us to see and wander around for 40 minutes prior to sunset. Then we really got to enjoy seeing the displays glow. We stayed until just after 6pm when the crowds really picked up. Our family had a wonderful time and at $24/ticket after the 50% locals discount, this festival was worth it!

This was my first time attending Glowfest off of Sahara. I have been driving past this for months…read moreand my curiosity grew each time. I have no idea what the history is of Glowfest or if it's an annual thing or not. My first question was: is it family friendly? Yes, it's very family friendly. I honestly think families would enjoy this more than non-families. I'm also happy this event runs till February. With the holidays and everything I didn't think I could attend, so it was nice to have it two months after the holiday craziness. Parking was incredibly easy and free. I attended early on a friday night, basically as soon as it was dark we headed over there with our ten month old. The exhibit is beautiful and detailed. I personally enjoyed having a story to follow along, it gives meaning behind everything you are looking at. I'm not a shopper or a snacker so I did not partake in any of the kiosks. Overall, it only took us maybe 30min to get through. If our child was walking I could see us spending more time there. He really enjoyed when we took him out of the stroller and he could get close to the displays. For a ten month old he was very engaged and was looking at everything. So even though it was short, I was fine with that cause baby was getting very sleepy and we had to get home for bedtime. I do agree with other comments that it is kinda expensive. I can understand the art is beautiful and a lot of time went into it. So I recommend taking advantage of the discounts they offer. They offer holiday discounts, resident discounts, and family of 4 discounts. I would come back when my baby can run around and we can spend a bit more time there

I visited the Mandalay Bay Convention Center for Identiverse 2026!…read more I have been on site since Monday. As a leading digital identity, cybersecurity, privacy, governance, and digital trust conference Identiverse brings together practitioners, innovators, and other industry leaders to talk about how we secure identities of people, applications, devices, and systems driven by AI. It was my first time at Identiverse and the sheer size of the event was impressive! There were many different aspects of the event including keynote presentations and technical deep dives, hands on demos and networking opportunities, all taking place to promote conversations regarding the future of identity security. As it relates to being a part of the conversation at Identiverse, on Tuesday I was able to speak as well as be the Master of Ceremonies for a few sessions. As such, I was fortunate enough to help facilitate conversation regarding some of the most pressing issues organizations face today. I was honored to interact with the many experts and practitioners working towards shaping the future of our industry. A note for those planning on attending in the future. While I originally walked from the standard Mandalay Bay parking garage, I would recommend using the designated convention center parking as it provides easier access into the facility! Identiverse 2026 has been an amazing experience. The conversations, innovation, and people are what made this event so memorable and amazing!

Overall a great exhibit hall fitting the needs of the number of suppliers exhibiting during the US…read moreFoods Fanatics 2025 show. My only comment that when taking an uber at the uber pick up location the app shows W Hotel as the pickup point. I canceled multiple times but learned they have not changed the name of the pickup. It would be great if the app would always show Mandalay Bay and not the "W."

We came here today for an Astronomy workshop for homeschoolers. What an awesome campus and so easy…read moreto park in Lot D (but that lot only allows a maximum time of 2 hours with no extension options.) You can through the Paybyphone app or call the number provided on the sign. Downstairs there are plenty of dining options, including a Starbucks and Jamba Juice. Upstairs was where the workshop wad located for us today. Plenty of rooms and space for fun activities for the kids. We are loving the experience so far!

My daughter and I came to UNLV for a 5K run this morning! It was so amazing. It was a Girls On The…read moreRun marathon and it was so much fun! It was school aged girls from most of the elementary schools in Vegas! The campus is so beautiful and the empowerment message from Girls on the Run is so greatl for these girls and I'm so glad our University was hosting. I hope they continue doing this to empower our young girls! We'll be back next year!

What an awesome sight to see in such a concrete jungle!! Come here if you're at South Point! My…read morefriend loves to gamble and me, not so much. So this was a breath of fresh air to get away from the chaos of the ringing machines. We saw horses, calves and the cowboys and girls training in the arena. Can't wait to see a real live show!

Love going to events here!! Clean venue with great staff! The events always have a few food stands…read moreinside the arena area, a bar at the center of the viewing area and usually merch for the event. Parking at the South Point is free and convenient as well.

Hey Yelp friends! I…read morehave not had a bad experience at the Downtown Las Vegas Events Center. This is a great open air venue and it is very spacious. They have a great main stage area, the ground is covered in indoor outdoor grass. There are several canopies set up for drink vendors and a huge one set up in the middle stocked with beverages, bartenders and lotsa water. Across from the main entrance there are restrooms set up. They are so nice and way better than the port-a-potties. Just to the left of those is the VIP area. It looks like it has a great view of the whole venue. When you come in the main entrance it always has a great police and security presence. In fact the whole perimeter is being monitored and they are visible. They will check bags and have metal detectors, so be prepared. Both concert and community events like the Great Santa Run, were both very organized and the Checkin's for the events moved seamlessly. I like how they will bring in food trucks and some other stuff for concerts and music events. So fun! The vibe is friendly and fun from all who are working. We are always having the best time! The thought and details are so cool and I appreciate them. When you are raving at a concert and the lights are all flashing and jamming with the music as well as the graphics on the building behind the stage. It's really an experience and I Love It!!! We have had good luck with parking. We either park right on the street with in a block of the venue, or we have valeted at the D. They are so close from the entrance and they are so nice. They have a barista and I like to stop in for a coffee and treat. Also, this location is walking distance to many good food options, so we have walked from an event to eat right after. This is a great entertainment venue for locals and visitors. It is definitely something to check out. We will be back for sure.

What used to be a parking lot is now a full-blown party zone with a massive stage, VIP sections,…read moreand a state-of-the-art sound system that really packs a punch. DLVEC hosts everything from electronic music festivals to country nights, and it's a hotspot during big UFC fights, Golden Knights games, and March Madness. The best part? Many events are free or low-cost, and there's plenty of space to dance, chill, or cheer with a drink in hand. If you thought concerts in Vegas only happen on the Strip, think again. DLVEC proves the best Vegas nights aren't always on the Strip--grab a drink, catch a show, and vibe like a local.

I guess the Place on 7th is a place that will hold a special memory for me for the rest of my life,…read moresince this is where I got married in October. My (now) wife wanted to get married downtown since it seemed the most fun place to have our friends and family visit (we are locals) and the Place on 7th was the winner of our "look at a bunch of venues, panic, and then pick one" award and I'm glad we went with it. The venue itself is pretty dang massive offering tons of space both inside and out, allowing us to have tables inside for food and our guests to sit and the outside open for the ceremony, dancing, and lounging on the big comfy couches towards the back. Our ceremony was at 6PM and everything that went wrong was NOT the venues fault, so I'm going to give this place a big thumbs up for doing everything they were supposed too do well (I can't say the same for the DJ who was not affiliate with the venue). The venue was spacious and well decorated, the bartenders and staff were quick to clean up, serve food, and were very easy to deal with, and this venue truly made for a perfect night. Overall, Place on 7th was the perfect place for us to get married. I'll be moving away from Las Vegas in the next year, but since downtown is the place to be, I'll be walking by this venue for the rest of my life and remembering the good memories i had inside, so thanks for simply existing guys.

Drag Queen Bingo!…read more Reserve your FREE ticket on Eventbright, get in line before 6:25pm. 6:30 Introductons, Bingo and lip-synch show! Beers and lots of heavy pour liquors. Malibu and Absolute were the sponsors and the Bingo prizes. A relaxed, exuberant and fun crowd. Couples, groups and single persons. Lots of smiles. Open seating. Friendly check-in persons. Daubers included! Wonderful event space. In and outdoor seating. Lots of bartenders and servers. It's across the El Cortez hotel and parking lots. Paid parking on streets.