Over 330,000 people expected at Las Vegas for Labor Day Weekend, with expensive hotel rates on the Strip.
This upcoming weekend in Las Vegas is expected to be a busy one, as summer comes to an unofficial end and the Labor Day holiday weekend begins. Approximately 331,000 tourists are predicted to flock to Southern Nevada, representing a 5% increase from last year, according to projections from the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Bureau (LVCVA).
The LVCVA, which is responsible for promoting Las Vegas as an ideal location for both leisure and business, reports that casino hotel room bookings have been swift and occupancy rates are projected to exceed 92%. With over 151,000 hotel rooms available, this is a significant uptick in tourism.
Saturday is predicted to experience less desirable weather, as the National Weather Service forecasts a 70% chance of rain and a high temperature of 85 degrees Fahrenheit. This may impact some outdoor activities. However, Sunday and Monday are expected to be ideal, with little to no rain and sunny skies reaching highs between 85 and 88 degrees Fahrenheit.
Early bookings will result in substantial savings for travelers, as the demand for stays during this weekend is high. The Venetian, for example, offers rooms for $383 a night, including all fees and taxes. The Mirage is slightly more affordable at $233, while Treasure Island costs $202. Fancier hotels like the Wynn charge $501, Aria $426, Caesars Palace $432, and Bellagio $421.
Those seeking more budget-friendly options can consider Harrah's, Sahara, and Luxor at $185 a night, the Excalibur at $169, or opt for Downtown Las Vegas properties like Four Queens ($168), the Downtown Grand ($155), and Fremont ($138).
Tourism authorities anticipate that this strong demand for the Labor Day weekend in Las Vegas will generate a total economic impact of $676.2 million, with direct spending in Clark County estimated to reach $382.6 million.
Interstate 15 traffic will be busiest between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. on Monday for those arriving in Las Vegas by car from southern California, according to state transportation officials. Furthermore, AAA predicts that this Labor Day will be one of the busiest on record, even with some travelers opting out due to rising costs.
"This may not be the busiest, but it'll certainly be near the top," said AAA spokesperson Clay Ingram. "Most of our holidays this year have broken the record high set in 2019."
Ingram continued, stating, "We expect Labor Day this year to follow suit and probably set an all-time high."
A vast assortment of well-known entertainers will take to the stages, making this Labor Day weekend even more star-studded. Some notable performers include Drake at T-Mobile Arena, Lady Gaga at Park MGM, LL Cool J at MGM Grand, and Luke Bryan at Resorts World.
The University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) will also host its football season opener on Saturday against Bryant University at Allegiant Stadium, drawing more tourists looking to catch a glimpse of the Raiders' new home turf. Tickets for this game start at a modest $15. On the other hand, the cheapest tickets for the Raiders' home opener against the Pittsburgh Steelers on September 24 are priced significantly higher at over $400.
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