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Read Full BioBruno Mars is about to hit a milestone that even the Las Vegas Strip hasn’t seen before.
As he approaches his 100th solo show at Dolby Live inside Park MGM, the Grammy-winning superstar is doubling down on his residency, adding a fresh round of dates that promise to keep the party going well into September 2025.
Bruno Mars: A Las Vegas Residency Like No Other
Mars’ run at Dolby Live began on New Year’s Eve weekend in 2018, and since then, he’s set a new standard for what a Vegas residency can be.
With the latest announcement, Mars will notch his 99th show on June 2, 2025, and is set to break triple digits when he returns on August 22.
That 100th show is a record for the venue, outpacing legendary headliners like Cher and Lady Gaga. For context, Cher performed 78 times and Lady Gaga 72 times at the same theater; Mars is in a league of his own.
Every seat is within 145 feet of the stage, ensuring that fans are never far from the action. Mars’ setlists are famously dynamic, often blending his chart-topping hits like “24K Magic,” “Uptown Funk,” and “When I Was Your Man” with covers and surprise medleys.
With Mars continuing to draw considerable crowds to the venue, MGM hopes tourists will stick around and enjoy the 76,982 sq ft casino. Park MGM boasts over 2,000 slot machines, 95 table games, a dedicated high-roller area, a fully-fledged race and sportsbook, and a 550-capacity bingo room.
Further cross-sell opportunities present themselves in the 2,700-room hotel boasting six restaurants.
Ellis Island and F1 Grand Prix Partner Following Lawsuit Resolution
Mars is not the only attraction drawing tourists to Las Vegas. The F1 Las Vegas Grand Prix recently formalized a partnership with Ellis Island Casino, marking a significant development following a previously contentious legal dispute between the two parties.
Ellis Island, situated adjacent to Grand Prix Plaza on Koval Lane, will serve as the official venue for the 2025 Las Vegas Grand Prix and future events.
Under the agreement, Ellis Island will provide designated spectator zones and special hotel packages for the race weekend.
The partnership follows the dismissal of a lawsuit filed by Ellis Island in April 2024. The lawsuit claimed that the inaugural 2023 F1 event caused significant business disruption due to road closures and limited property access.
Las Vegas Grand Prix President and CEO Emily Prazer stated that the partnership aims to integrate local businesses into the race week experience. At the same time, Ellis Island owner Gary Ellis highlighted plans to expand offerings during race weekend and beyond.
