By Mitch Rice
Las Vegas is famous for one thing, right? Gambling.
Wrong. The lively, exciting city in the Nevada desert is actually famous for many, many things, from its stunning architecture to some of the world’s best restaurants.
It’s a thriving tourist site, a world-famous sporting venue, an international shopping destination and the most important hub for memorable adventures in the amazing surrounding wildernesses.
And one of Vegas’s biggest attractions is the range and quality of the musical acts that perform there.
That’s why each year some of the biggest names in the entertainment industry play at the big Las Vegas stages. So it’s not just about getting the best poker hands in Vegas – it’s about finding the best tickets in town too.
The Las Vegas musical heritage
The city has hosted some of the biggest and best known concerts ever. It has become a world-famous venue for top singers and bands.
The most iconic of all the Las Vegas stars must be Elvis. The ‘King of Rock and Roll’ performed an enormous number Vegas gigs in the seventies.
Many people’s image of the star is in a white cat-suit gyrating on a Vegas stage.
And he is still associated with the city. You’ll see Elvis impersonators and Elvis themed events all over the city.
Another icon of Las Vegas stages is the blue-eyed crooner Frank Sinatra. His smooth voice and relaxed delivery was a regular Vegas attraction right from the fifties to the nineties.
And more recent star residencies in the city have included major stars like Britney Spears, Jennifer Lopez, Elton John and Celine Dion.
What’s coming up in 2023?
Barry Manilow
The smooth singer and composer of hits like ‘Mandy’ and ‘Copacabana’ is a long-time Vegas favourite. Barry’s concerts at the Westgate Resort in Las Vegas this year start on February 16 – and then run regularly right through the year until December.
Katy Perry
Dynamic singer Katy Perry is another Vegas regular. Catch her performing at the Resorts World stage on the 3 and 4 of March this year.
Can’t make those dates? Don’t worry, Katy is back for more Vegas dates in April too.
Adele
The blockbusting ballad singer is currently the top-selling star on the Las Vegas concert calendar. Everyone want to see her perform live versions of her great numbers like Skyfall, When We Were Young and Easy on Me.
Adele is performing at the Colosseum at Caesar’s Palace with a long list of dates in 2023, from February 3 to March 25.
Sting
Former Police frontman, bassist and songwriter is playing at Caesar’s Palace between April 1 – 9 in 2023. Expect a pop and jazz-filled show from the 17-Grammy award-winner that also includes plenty of contemporary dance.
Maroon 5
The long-lasting funky pop band have had a string of hits – and are now offering a long string of appearances in Las Vegas this year. Look out for their dates on March 24-31, April 1-8, July 28-29 and August 2-12.
Adam Levine and the band will be performing their hits at the Dolby Live Theatre at Park MGM.
Rod Stewart
Another classic Vegas live act, Sir Rod will headline at the Colosseum in two runs this year, from May 3 -15 and from November 10 – 22. From Maggie May to Hot Legs expect Stewart to belt out all the greatest hits of his career.
Garth Brooks
Country rocker Garth is a live favourite across America. His Caesar’s Palace gigs happen with a big band and dancing team. As usual they are sure to be wildly popular.
There’s plenty of dates to choose from: his 2023 gigs are on May 18 – 28, June 1 -4, July 6 -23, November 29, and December 1 -16.
The B-52s
Cult pop rockers the B-52s are playing at the Venetian in Vegas, with plenty of dates through the year.
Look out for their beehive hairdos and the party atmosphere they create. The dates are from May 5 -13, August 25 – 30 and September 2 – 3.
Ed Sheeran
Imagine seeing the humble former busker on a glamorous Las Vegas stage! The ginger singer-songwriter performs his hits for one night only – at the Allegiant Stadium in the city on September 9.
Madonna
Still a huge draw worldwide for her live appearances, Madonna appears at the T-Mobile Arena in the city for two concerts this year. She’s performing on October 7 and 8.
They are a chance to look forward to lights, dancing and full-on action from the world-famous singer.
Donny Osmond
Finally, don’t miss a rare chance to see the classic seventies boy-band pop star in a more intimate venue this year.
Donny has agreed to return to the stage to perform a solo residency at the smaller Harrah’s Showroom in Vegas on scores of dates throughout the year.
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