If you’re headed to the National Finals Rodeo in Sin City this December, then listen up: After all the riding, roping, and wrangling there’s still plenty to see, do, and enjoy. So, if you’re attending, we got you covered with how to do Las Vegas country style! Nearly 200,000 people will be attending the NFR in Las Vegas December 4th through the 13th for a 10-day competition in everything from steer wrestling to barrel racing! And This Week in Gambling, we’re sharing the country concerts, comedy shows, and special events that will bring it all together!
What better way to relax and enjoy the National Finals Rodeo than an evenings of amazing music? So the NFR is kicking things off with the legendary Tim McGraw, who will perform select dates at Caesars throughout the rodeo. Plus, country icon Brad Paisley, who will play two shows at the win December 4th and 5th. You can also catch Aaron Watson and Tyler Booth, plus Wayne Wilson, who will take the stage at T-Mobile Arena. Old Dominion will be playing Planet Hollywood on the 5th and 6th, and other performances are scheduled from Clay Walker and Mark Chznut.
The Zack Brown Band will fill the Sphere on December 5th and 6th, then again on the 12th and 13th, while Riley Green will appear on stage at Resorts World. Gary Allen headlines the win on the 6th and 7th. But there are concerts every night of the rodeo with over 100 performers. So you should check out the NFR website for a complete listing. And it should be mentioned that the beloved and age defying Dolly Parton was also scheduled to be in town over this time, but an illness forced her to cancel.
However, if it’s one thing Dolly loves, it’s a good laugh. And the National Finals Rodeo has that covered, too. Beginning with Rodney Carrington, who will be at the MGM Grand for three nights, the 4th through the 6th. And the hilarious Ron White will take the stage at the Cosmopolitan, also on December 6th. Brian Regan will hit Venetian. Then Jeff Dunham will bring his unique approach to comedy when he visits Planet Hollywood on the 7th. And what rodeo show would feel complete without an appearance from Jeff Foxworthy on the 10th, also at Planet Hollywood. Plus, Dane Cook will stop by at Venetian on the 13th.
Finally, this week, while your days may be filled with the rodeo and your nights with music and comedy, there’s still more to do. If you can find the time, like special events, parties, and even shopping at the official gift shop of the rodeo, Cowboy Christmas, filled with themed merchandise and vendors, or the ultimate western gift show at South Point. Both of these events are open to the public without an admission fee.
Fremont Street is getting into the spirit December 3rd with the Downtown Hoedown featuring Corey Kent, Josh Ross, and others, plus Rodeo World at Resorts World with music, athlete meet and greet sessions, and a 10-day freestyle bull fighting tournament. There will also be parties and watch parties all over town during the rodeo with free concerts, dancing, giveaways, and rooftop views. And all of these come with free admission. And so, my friends, that’s a roundup of what’s going on around Las Vegas during the National Finals Rodeo this year. But do check out their official website to see even more as there was just too much to cover.
