Every December, Las Vegas takes center stage for the biggest names in rodeo, and beyond the thrill of the arena, the city unveils a vibrant music scene during those two action-packed weeks!
The 65th Annual Wrangler National Finals Rodeo (NFR) is set to kick off on December 7. It will keep the excitement alive until December 16 at the Thomas & Mack Center, with nightly performances starting at 5:45 p.m. PDT.
If you’re gearing up for a cowboy-style Vegas adventure, don’t forget to dive into the entertainment schedule. There’s a lineup of daily concerts that you absolutely won’t want to miss!
Kicking off the festivities in the first week of December, Garth Brooks, Carrie Underwood, and Miranda Lambert are set to light up the stage with performances that extend throughout the entire NFR event.
Garth will be captivating audiences at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace, while Carrie will take the spotlight at Resorts World Theatre at Resorts World.
Additionally, Miranda will be rocking the Bakkt Theater at Planet Hollywood Hotel & Casino. Don’t miss the chance to catch these country music stars at their finest!
Official Wrangler NFR Watch Party
The Cowboy Lifestyle Network has joined forces with Wrangler to bring you the Official Wrangler NFR Watch Party! This exclusive event will take place at the Havana Room inside the Tropicana Las Vegas, with doors opening at 5:15 pm.
Once the thrilling bucking action concludes, get ready for live entertainment at 9:00 pm, featuring the Western Fusion Band on Saturday, December 9th, and Nathan Dean & the Damn Band on Friday, December 15th.
Do your best Wrangler attire and arrive early, as space is limited. Don’t miss out on the ultimate viewing experience in town!
Vegas is buzzing with extraordinary live music options throughout the NFR, offering ample chances to catch performances by your favorite artists! The only challenge? Deciding which concerts to experience. We’ve compiled a list of must-see shows worth exploring to simplify your choices.
Some Must-See Shows (Dates and Venues)
Scotty Alexander:
- Date: December 6
- Venue: Westgate Las Vegas
Brian Childress from the Western Fusion Band (playing acoustic):
- Date: December 7th – 9th
- Venue: Robert Irvines from 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm.Â
Ryan Bingham:
- Date: December 7
- Venue: The Theater at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas
Ned LeDoux:
- Date: December 7 – 8
- Venue: Veil Pavilion at Silverton Casino Hotel
Rodney Carrington:
- Date: December 7 – 9 and 14 – 16
- Venue: David Copperfield Theater at MGM Grand
Aaron Watson:
- Date: December 7 – 10
- Venue: South Point Showroom at South Point Hotel Casino & Spa
Cody Johnson:
- Date: December 8
- Venue: MGM Grand Garden Arena at MGM Grand
Cody Jinks:
- Date: December 8 – 9
- Venue: Dolby Live at Park MGM
Gary Allan:
- Date: December 8
- Venue: The Chelsea at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas
Turnpike Troubadours with Red Clay Strays & Tyler Halvers:
- Date: December 8
- Venue: Brooklyn Bowl
Mark Wills:
- Date: December 8
- Venue: The Showroom at Golden Nugget
Western Fusion Band:
- Date: Saturday, December 9
- Venue: Official Wrangler NFR Watch Party in Havana Room at the Tropicana Las Vegas
Jon Pardi:
- Date: December 9
- Venue: Michelob Ultra Arena at Mandalay Bay
Hailey Whitters:
- Date: December 9
- Venue: BetMGM Sportsbook at Mandalay Bay
Ian Munsick:
- Date: December 9
- Venue: The Chelsea at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas
Randy Houser and Tracy Lawrence:
- Date: December 10
- Venue: The Theater at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas
Pat Green:
- Date: December 10
- Venue: BetMGM Sportsbook at Mandalay Bay
Ray Wylie Hubbard:
- Date: December 10
- Venue: The Showroom at Golden Nugget
Toby Keith:
- Date: December 10, 11, & 14
- Venue: Dolby Live at Park MGM
Chancey Williams:
- Date: December 11 – 12
- Venue: South Point Showroom at South Point Hotel Casino & Spa
Charley Crockett:
- Date: December 12
- Venue: The Theater at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas
Lainey Wilson:
- Date: December 13 – 16
- Venue: The Theater at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas
Casey Donahew:
- Date: December 13
- Venue: BetMGM Sportsbook at Mandalay Bay
Randall King:
- Date: December 13 – 14
- Venue: South Point Showroom at South Point Hotel & Casino
Kevin Fowler:
- Date: December 13 – 14
- Venue: Gilley’s Saloon at Treasure Island/TI Hotel & Casino
Nathan Dean (playing acoustic):
- Date: December 14 – 15
- Venue: Robert Irvines from 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Parker McCollum:
- Date: December 14 – 15
- Venue: The Chelsea at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas
Bellamy Brothers:
- Date: December 14
- Venue: The Showroom at Golden Nugget
Nathan Dean & the Damn Band:
- Date: December 15
- Venue: Official Wrangler NFR Watch Party in Havana Room at the Tropicana Las Vegas
LeAnn Rimes:
- Date: December 15 – 16 at The Venetian Theater at Venetian
Chris Young:
- Date: December 16
- Venue: The Chelsea at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas
Easton Corbin:
- Date: December 16
- Venue: BetMGM Sportsbook at Mandalay Bay
Wade Bowen with Jenna Paulette:
- Date: December 16
- Venue: Resorts World Event Center at Resorts World
Blackhawk:
- Date: December 16
- Venue: William-Hill Sports Book at Palms Casino Resort
