Memorial Day is a US holiday honoring American soldiers who died serving the country in wars and celebrating the freedoms they fought to protect. Memorial Day is observed annually in the United States on the last Monday in May.
Originally known as Decoration Day, from the early tradition of decorating graves with flowers, wreaths and flags. Today many Americans observe Memorial Day by visiting cemeteries or memorials, holding family gatherings and participating in parades.
In Las Vegas, Memorial Day is truly a day to honor our military, veterans and their family as most hotels, restaurants and bars offer discounts to our military personnel. Las Vegas Memorial Day Weekend activities starts early, with hotel bars, casinos and pool parties competing to host the biggest Memorial Day weekend parties.
With Memorial Day falling on Monday, May 27, Las Vegas Memorial Day parties start on Friday, May 24 and carry on through Monday.
Memorial Day is observed on the last Monday in May
Memorial Day honors the men and women who died while serving in the U.S. military
Memorial Day originated in the years following the Civil War and became an official federal holiday in 1971.
Memorial Day unofficially marks the beginning of the summer season.
Memorial Day 2024 falls on a Monday. Expect the parties to start on Friday and last through Memorial Day.
Everything will be open. I mean everything. shops, casinos, bars, restaurants, buffets, attractions. You name it, it will be open on Memorial day.
Memorial Day marks the beginning of summer time in the US but in Las Vegas, expect daily temperature to hit the 90 degree mark. Dress accordingly and drink lots of water.
Most bars and restaurants will have drink specials and dining specials
With that said, if Las Vegas is beckoning you this coming Memorial day weekend, here are a few things you might want to put on your to-do list. You'll also find lots of resources and some money saving tips on this site while planning your Memorial day weekend in Las Vegas.
Summer time is pool party time in Vegas. Expect most resorts to have some sort of pool party during this Memorial Day weekend in Las Vegas as the hottest DJs spin and the coldest drinks pour throughout the weekend. Here are some Party Hotspots this coming Las Vegas Memorial Day Weekend.
Ayu Dayclub at Resorts World Las Vegas presents a packed lineup of EDM stars throughout the holiday weekend.
Enjoy performances by
RL Grime (Friday, May 26)
Kaskade (Saturday, May 27)
Cash Cash with Dee Jay Silver (Sunday, May 28)
AZILO Ultra Pool presents a Memorial Day Weekend Party with soundtracks supplied by:
< DJ Stephi K (Friday, May 26)
DJ Sara (Saturday, May 27)
Supa James (Sunday, May 28)
Neco (Monday, May 29)
Bare Pool Lounge at The Mirage Hotel & Casino presents a lineup this memorial weekend with DJ sets by
DJ Soxxi (Friday, May 26)
DJ G-Squared (Saturday, May 27)
DJ Neva (Sunday, May 28)
DJ Flavia (Monday, May 29)
DAYLIGHT Beach Club will deliver a weekend of DJ sets and live performances by top hip-hop artists. Party to the sounds of:
Spyda T.E.K (Friday, May 26)
BLXST (Saturday, May 27)
Ty Dolla $ign (Sunday, May 28)
Big Boss Vette (Monday, May 29)
The pool club also puts on two nighttime pool parties, with entertainment including the Latin music Neon Vibra event (Saturday, May 27) and Simp City (Sunday, May 28).
Drai’s Beachclub with it's unmatched views, and refreshing cocktails is set to celebrate Memorial day weekend with performances and DJ sets by
DJ Romeo (Friday, May 26)
Wiz Khalifa (Saturday, May 27)
Meek Mill (Sunday, May 28)
Cam’ron (Monday, May 29)
Encore Beach Club at Wynn Las Vegas will present a lineup of EDM artists throughout the weekend. Party to the beats of
Dillon Francis (Friday, May 26)
Kygo (Saturday, May 27)
David Guetta (Sunday, May 28)
Encore Beach Club at Night
Acraze (Friday, May 26)
Diplo (Saturday, May 27)
Influence, The POOL at The LINQ Hotel + Experience will feature themed floats and beach balls throughout the weekend, a red, white and blue cocktail special and a DJ spinning Friday, May 26 through Monday, May 29.
Celebrate the long weekend with five days of revelry at the LIQUID Pool Lounge located at ARIA Resort & Casino. Featuring sets by
Phoreyz (Friday, May 26)
DJ Lucky Lou (Saturday, May 27)
Kid Conrad (Sunday, May 28)
With spectacular views and performances from some of today’s top DJs and artists, the rooftop Marquee Dayclub at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas offers specialty cocktails and a celebratory weekend lineup that features
Eric D-Lux (Friday, May 26)
Chris Lake (Saturday, May 27)
Bob Moses (Sunday, May 28)
The long-running LGBTQ pool party, Temptation Sundays at Luxor Hotel and Casino, presents a Memorial Day Weekend installment on Sunday, May 28.
Take in the lush scenery of the Balinese-inspired TAO Beach Dayclub at The Venetian Resort Las Vegas throughout the holiday weekend. The party pool will feature DJ sets from some of today’s top names, including
John Summit (Friday, May 26)
Alesso (Saturday, May 27)
Fisher - Evening Tide nighttime pool party (Sunday, May 28)
Keeps the action rolling all weekend at the WET REPUBLIC at MGM Grand Hotel & Casino with music, cocktails and more. Enjoy beats by EDM greats such as
Cheyenne Giles (Friday, May 26)
Steve Aoki (Saturday, May 27)
Martin Garrix with Justin Mylo (Sunday, May 28).
Memorial Day Week free entertainment series. Weekend Electric Vinyl Series Schedule:
Fri, May 26th (3rd Street Stage) – DJ Buza (8-10pm)
Fri, May 26th (3rd Street Stage) – DJ Alex Peace (10-12midnight)
Fri, May 26th (3rd Street Stage) – DJ Bad Boy Bill (12-2am)
The Month of May is US Military Appreciation month and a lot of Las Vegas resorts are honoring and showing their appreciation to our service members - past and present by offering special deals and discounts during the month of May.
MGM Resorts Las Vegas Military Discounts
MGM Resorts "Military & Veterans Program" (MVP) is available to any active duty military, members of the National Guard & Reserve, retired military, prior service and spouse of eligible military personnel. MVP members receive special discounts on rooms, restaurants, shows and attractions. Check here for a list of discounts.
Caesars Entertainment Las Vegas Military Discounts
Caesars Entertainment in partnership with ID.me provide year-round 10% discounts on hotel reservations made online by qualified military personnel who verify their identity through ID.me. Check here for a list of discounts.