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Las Vegas set for sports-filled spring23 February 2023(PRESS RELEASE) -- There’s always an exhilarating sports event to experience in the Greatest Arena on Earth, but the spring season ups the ante with marquee events that start with March Mania excitement. From the hardwood to the ice and racetrack, there’s a place for every fan in the destination. College Hoops Kicks Things Off with March Mania - The Pac-12 Women’s Basketball Tournament presented by New York Life returns to Michelob ULTRA Arena at Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino from Wednesday, 1 March to Sunday, 5 March. - The University Credit Union West Coast Conference Men’s and Women’s Basketball Tournament returns to Orleans Arena at The Orleans Hotel and Casino from Thursday, 2 March to Tuesday, 7 March. - The Mountain West Conference Women’s Basketball Championships return to the Thomas & Mack Center at UNLV from Sunday, 5 March to Wednesday, 8 March. - The Hercules Tires Western Athletic Conference (WAC) Men’s and Women’s Basketball Tournament takes place at Michelob ULTRA Arena at Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino from Monday, 6 March to Tuesday, 7 March. WAC completes its tournament at Orleans Arena at The Orleans Hotel & Casino from Wednesday, 8 March to Saturday, 11 March. - The Hercules Tires Big West Conference Basketball Championships return to The Dollar Loan Center from Tuesday, 7 March to Saturday, 11 March. - The Mountain West Conference Men’s Basketball Championships also return to the Thomas & Mack Center at UNLV from Wednesday, March 8 to Saturday, 11 March. - The Pac-12 Men’s Basketball Tournament presented by New York Life returns to T-Mobile Arena from Wednesday, March 8 to Saturday, 11 March. - A first for Las Vegas, the NCAA Division I Men’s Basketball Regional takes place at T-Mobile Arena on Thursday, 23 March and Saturday, 25 March. - The destination also hosts the National Invitation Tournament for the first time. Being held at Orleans Arena at The Orleans Hotel & Casino, the semifinals take place on Tuesday, 28 March, with the championship game set for Thursday, 30 March. The Greatest Arena on Earth Keeps the Adrenaline Going Through Spring - Vegas Golden Knights continue to pursue a playoff berth with home ice matchups at T-Mobile Arena, including the following games:
- Mixed martial arts fans can watch Jon Jones and Ciryl Gane go head-to-head in the octagon with UFC 285 at T-Mobile Arena on Saturday, 4 March. - The Las Vegas Raiders host the inaugural Raiders 5K presented by Intermountain Healthcare at Allegiant Stadium on Saturday, 4 March. Benefiting the Raiders Foundation and Hope Means Nevada, the 3.1-mile race also offers participants access to the team’s playing field afterward to relax and take photos. - The annual Big League Weekend, presented by the Las Vegas Aviators, again brings MLB teams to Las Vegas Ballpark on Saturday, 4 March and Sunday, 5 March. This year’s match-up features the Cincinnati Reds facing the Oakland Athletics. - Tennis great Rafael Nadal faces number-one player in the world Carlos Alcaraz during The Slam presented by Chase Sapphire. The event takes place at MGM Grand Garden Arena at MGM Grand Hotel & Casino Las Vegas on Sunday, 5 March. - The BFGoodrich Tires Mint 400 returns to the destination, featuring a Vehicle Parade on the Las Vegas Strip on Wednesday, 8 March; a free and open to the public Off-Road Festival on East Fremont Street on Thursday, 9 March; and races in Primm, Nev. on Friday, 10 March and Saturday, 11 March. - Las Vegas Desert Dogs continue their inaugural season in the National Lacrosse League, with matchups being played at Michelob ULTRA Arena at Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino. Select games include:
- Premier Boxing Champions presents Benavidez vs. Plant at MGM Grand Garden Arena at MGM Grand Hotel & Casino on Saturday, 25 March. The 12-round, high-stakes matchup pits undefeated former two-time WBC Super Middleweight Champion David “El Bandera Roja” Benavidez against former IBF Super Middleweight Champion Caleb Plant. Additional bouts include Jesus Ramos vs. Joey Spencer, Chris Colbert vs. Jose Valenzuela and Cody Crowley vs. Abel Ramos. - Vegas Knight Hawks are back for a second season in the Indoor Football League with home gridiron matchups at The Dollar Loan Center, including the following games:
- Caesars Palace presents its Hoops on the Strip, featuring special and packages throughout the March Mania. The resort offers fans unobstructed views of the games, betting stations, drink packages and more at Alto Bar, Caesars Race & Sportsbook, Montecristo Cigar Bar, Stadia Bar and VISTA Cocktail Lounge. - Circa Resort & Casino features two unique experiences to watch the mania. Circa Sportsbook offers fans several seating options in its three-story, stadium-seating space, where they can view the action on its 78-million-pixel, high-definition (HD) screen. Free Wi-Fi, in-seat power outlets, and food and beverages (from Project BBQ and Victory Burger & Wings Co.) are also available. The downtown resort has a free Big Bracket Party at Galaxy Watch Zone located in its new conference space, where ballrooms will be equipped with HD screens, state-of-the-art audio, a Circa Sports Satellite Book, on-site bars, food and blackjack tables. Visitors can also watch the games outside at Stadium Swim, a pool amphitheater that features several seating options, a 143-foot HD screen and a variety of seating options. - The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas reimagines its Belmont Ballroom with Hoops & Hops, a viewing experience spanning 40,000-square feet and immersive, high-definition projection screens. Watch parties can also be found at the resort’s CliQue Bar & Lounge, offering viewing packages and a special breakfast menu for early games, as well as the BetMGM Sportsbook & Lounge. - The D Las Vegas features a Mania March lineup at the downtown resort from Wednesday, March 15 to Sunday, 19 March. The celebration includes March Hoops on the 12th Floor, in which The D will transform its 12th floor Detroit ballroom into a viewing space that is free and open to the public. The event includes multiple high-definition TVs, Circa Sports betting stations (and satellite book access), craps and blackjack games, and food and beverage options. The hotel also offers Private Man Caves, wherein groups of eight or more can watch the games on a 70-inch high-definition TV while enjoying free Wi-Fi, betting at Circa Sports, stadium-style food and beverages and an all-access pass to the main viewing party. - Fashion Show Las Vegas presents March Mania games in its Great Hall, where visitors can watch the excitement while experiencing fun activities like testing their jump-shot. - Visitors can catch the games poolside at GO Pool at Flamingo Las Vegas, where a beach club vibe meets the resort’s stunning oasis surroundings. - The Fremont Street Experience presents the World’s Largest Tournament Bracket, totaling over 130,000 square feet, from Tuesday, March 14 to Monday, 3 April. The six-block downtown entertainment district will keep fans updated daily with a massive visual running multiple times per hour on the Viva Vision screen. - Green Valley Ranch Resort, Spa and Casino hosts a viewing party on Thursday, 16 March and Friday, 17 March at its Estancia Ballroom. The free-admission event features food and beverage specials. - Fans can also get a splash-and-sports fix at Influence, The POOL at The LINQ Hotel + Experience, which features life-sized party games, beer pong, food and beverage packages, and splendid center-Strip views. - More viewing experiences are available at The LINQ Promenade, where foodie fans have their pick of its restaurant collection. Visitors can choose from watch parties at ameriCAN Beer & Cocktails, Chayo Mexican Kitchen + Tequila Bar, Off the Strip Bistro & Bar, Tilted Kilt Pub and Eatery and Virgil’s Real BBQ. - Tailgate Social at Palace Station Hotel and Casino offers a view of the mania on its 30+ high-definition TVs from Thursday, March 16 to Monday, 3 April. The space also features food and beverage packages sure to please foodie fans. - Planet Hollywood Las Vegas offers special beverage packages at Ringer Wings, Pizza & Sliders Sports Bar. The sports bar features floor-to-ceiling LED screens and a tasty menu of gameday favorites, including slices from Pin-Up Pizza. - The Plaza Hotel and Casino holds its March Mania viewing party from Thursday, 16 March to Sunday, 19 March. Games will be projected on a 24-foot LED video wall at the resort’s Plaza Showroom. Admission includes access to a raffle, unlimited draft beer and soft drinks. - Rampart Casino Resort at Summerlin offers visitors March Hoops food and beverage specials from Tuesday, 14 March to Monday, 3 April. - Eight Lounge at Resorts World Las Vegas hosts viewing parties starting Thursday, 16 March to Sunday, 19 March. The expansive cigar bar features over a dozen high-definition TVs, food and beverage options and a limited-edition collection of cigars and cocktails. - AZILO Ultra Pool at SAHARA Las Vegas presents Hoops Madness parties at its outdoor oasis, featuring a 240-foot, HD video wall displaying multiple games. The poolside space will offer packages with beverage options, a gameday menu and tailgate games like beer pong and corn hole. - The March Festival of Hoops at The STRAT Hotel, Casino and SkyPod presents games at the resort’s STRAT Theater, with three large screens showing the action and a food and beverage menu available. Fans can also watch the day’s games throughout the tournament at PT’s Wings & Sports, featuring LED video walls and numerous TVs, all steps from the William Hill Sports Book. - Sunset Station Hotel and Casino presents viewing opportunities at Club Madrid on Thursday, 16 March and Friday, 17 March. The 21+, free event open to the public offers beverage specials, hot dogs and chips. - The Venetian Las Vegas presents March Mayhem viewing opportunities at Electra Cocktail Club from Tuesday, 14 March to Sunday, 19 March. Visitors can watch the action on a 40-foot, 70-million-pixel digital screen while enjoying bottle packages, cocktails, and bites including pizza, burgers, wings and more. |