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LAS VEGAS

April 17–19, 2026
FRI 17 — Travel + Phish SAT 18 — Full Vegas Day SUN 19 — Fly Home
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Outbound
SLC → SGU (Fri AM)
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Rental Car
SGU → Drop off LAS
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Hotel
Aria Resort & Casino
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Anchor
Phish @ Sphere Fri 8 PM
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Return
LAS → SLC (Sun)

Your Weekend at a Glance

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Sphere Las Vegas
Friday Night — Main Event

Phish at the Sphere

Night 2 of 9 in their 2026 residency. The 160,000 sq ft interior LED sphere turns sound into a fully immersive visual experience. Doors 7 PM, Show 8 PM. All shows sold out — resale on Ticketmaster & StubHub.

255 Sands Ave · Sphere Info · Resale Tickets
Aria Resort
Your Home Base

Aria Resort & Casino

Center-Strip at CityCenter. Forbes 5-Star spa (80,000 sq ft), Liquid Pool dayclub, and 16 restaurants including Carbone, CATCH, Jean-Georges, Din Tai Fung, and Javier's. Connected to Cosmopolitan via indoor walkway.

3730 Las Vegas Blvd S · Aria.com
Vegas Nightlife
Saturday Night

Vegas Nightlife

WrestleMania After Dark at LIV with Metro Boomin, Zouk at Resorts World (2026's hottest club), Marquee with DJ Cedric Gervais, XS at Encore, and Jewel right at Aria. This is WrestleMania weekend — every club will be packed with energy.

Asian Food
Food

Spring Mountain Road — Chinatown

248 restaurants in a 3-mile stretch, 5 minutes from Aria. Brand-new for 2026: Hatoya (Kyoto matcha, U.S. debut), ChoJang (Korean hotpot), Shin-Sen-Gumi Yakitori. Plus Ton Shou katsu, China Mama, and late-night dim sum.

Red Rock Canyon
Day Trip

Red Rock Canyon

25 minutes from the Strip. 13-mile scenic drive through stunning red sandstone formations. Calico Tanks trail (2.5 mi, moderate) offers panoramic valley views. April hours 6 AM–8 PM. Timed entry reservation required Oct–May.

$15 vehicle · Reserve Timed Entry
WrestleMania
This Weekend

WrestleMania 42 at Allegiant Stadium

65,000+ fans each night, Sat & Sun at 2:30 PM. Even if you don't go, the Strip will be flooded with WWE energy. After Dark parties at LIV Fontainebleau feature Metro Boomin (Sat) and Machine Gun Kelly (Sun).

FRI17

Friday April 17 — Travel Day + Phish

Morning
Booked

Fly SLC → St. George (SGU)

Morning flight. Pick up one-way rental car at SGU airport.

Midday
Work

Meetings in St. George

Wrap by 3–4 PM to give yourself a comfortable drive window.

~3:30–4:00 PM
Drive ~2 hrs

St. George → Las Vegas via I-15 South

Stunning desert scenery through the Virgin River Gorge. Arrive ~5:30–6 PM. Drop rental car at airport or Strip-area Enterprise/Hertz.

~6:00 PM

Check in at Aria + Quick Dinner

Drop bags, freshen up. Quick options before the show:

Din Tai Fung — Fast soup dumplings, no reservation, ~30 min in/out
CATCH — Quick sushi bar, can do ~45 min
Proper Eats Food Hall — Multiple quick-service options

8:00 PM — Doors 7:00 PM
Main Event Sold Out

PHISH at the Sphere — Night 2 of 9

The Sphere's 160,000 sq ft LED interior + Sphere Immersive Sound = a Phish show unlike anything else on earth. Residency runs Apr 16–18, 23–25, 30–May 2. Arrive by 7:00–7:15.

Resale Tickets

Ticketmaster Verified Resale · StubHub · Prices may drop day-of.

Sphere — Show Info
~11:30 PM+ Post-Show
Choose Your Post-Show Vibe
Cocktails
Chill

Aria Lobby Bar + Nightcap

Sleek lobby bar or Alibi Ultra Lounge. Craft cocktails, low-key scene. You're already home — no ride needed.
Nightclub
Nightlife

Jewel Nightclub @ Aria

Right inside Aria. World-class DJs, immersive LED displays. Open Fri & Sat 10:30 PM–4 AM. No ride needed.
Reserve / Guest List
Late night food
Late Night Food

Spring Mountain Road — Chinatown

5 min from Aria. Many spots open until 2–3 AM. New Asian BBQ for dim sum, China Mama for noodles, Ton Shou for katsu. Perfect post-Phish fuel.
SAT18

Saturday April 18 — Your Full Vegas Day

Weekend Context

WrestleMania 42 (65,000+ at Allegiant), NAB Convention, and Phish Night 3 all happening simultaneously. The Strip will be absolutely electric. Book restaurants and clubs early.

Morning (9–11 AM)
Pick Your Morning
Hotel room
Chill

Sleep In + Room Service

You earned it after Phish. Order breakfast to the room, enjoy the view. Aria room service menu includes avocado toast, eggs Benedict, fresh juice.
Spa
Spa

Aria Spa — Couples Morning

Forbes 5-Star, 80,000 sq ft. Couples massage (50/80/100 min) in private suites with hot tub & lounge. Salt room, ganbanyoku stone beds, eucalyptus steam, redwood sauna, therapy pool, co-ed infinity pool.
Couples massage ~$350+ | Private suite ~$800+ (3hr min)
Book Spa Online Call (702) 590-9600
Brunch
Brunch

BARDOT Brasserie @ Aria

Chef Michael Mina's French brasserie. Weekend brunch: croissant French toast, steak frites, bottomless mimosas. Elegant but relaxed.
$$$ — OpenTable or Aria Concierge
Afternoon (12–5 PM)
Choose Your Afternoon
Pool party
Pool / Dayclub

Liquid Pool Lounge @ Aria

21+ adults-only dayclub. Main pool, 8 private cabanas (40" TV, mini fridge each), DJ sets, craft cocktails. Thu–Sun 11 AM–5 PM. April ~82°F. Only 8 cabanas — book ASAP for WrestleMania weekend.
Daybed ~$200+ | Cabana ~$3,500+
Reserve Cabana/Daybed
Helicopter
Adventure

Helicopter Tour — Maverick Helicopters

#1 rated in Vegas. Options: Strip Flyover (~15 min, daytime or night), Red Rock Canyon tour, or Grand Canyon landing tour (~3.5 hrs, champagne toast on rim). Night flights especially stunning.
Strip ~$125pp | Grand Canyon ~$500pp
Book at Maverick
Red Rock
Sporty / Outdoors

Red Rock Canyon Scenic Drive + Hike

25 min from Strip. 13-mile scenic loop. Calico Tanks trail (2.5 mi, moderate) has panoramic views. April: 6 AM–8 PM. Timed entry reservation required — free but book in advance.
$15 vehicle entry
Reserve Timed Entry
Spa suite
Sexy / Relaxation

Private Spa Suite + Resort Pool

3-hour private spa suite: your own hot tub, lounge, treatment rooms. Then move to Sky Pool or main resort pools. April temps ideal ~82°F.
Private suite ~$800+ (3hr min, up to 4 guests)
Call Spa (702) 590-9600
Evening (6–8 PM)
Saturday Dinner
Fine dining
Splurge

Carbone @ Aria

Hottest Italian in Vegas. White-gloved tableside, theatrical presentation. Spicy rigatoni is legendary. Reserve NOW — WrestleMania makes it nearly impossible to walk in.
$$$$ — Reservations essential
Call (702) 590-2742 OpenTable
Asian food
Asian Crawl

Spring Mountain Road — 2-3 Stop Crawl

5 min Uber. Suggested route: Ton Shou (katsu, reserve online) → Hatoya (matcha dessert, brand new) → China Mama (noodles). See full dining guide below.
$$ – $$$ total for 2-3 stops
Reserve Ton Shou
Steak
Steak

Jean-Georges Steakhouse @ Aria

Vongerichten's refined cuts, Asian-accented sides. Elegant, sophisticated. Walk home after.
$$$$
OpenTable
Sushi
Seafood + Scene

CATCH @ Aria

Celebrity-magnet. Asian-influenced sushi, seafood & steak. Instagram-worthy decor, great cocktails.
$$$$
Reserve at CATCH
Night (8–10 PM)
Saturday Night — Verified Shows for April 18
Comedy show
Comedy — 8:00 PM

Jerry Seinfeld @ Caesars Colosseum

The legendary 4,300-seat Colosseum where Sinatra performed. Seinfeld's residency is always a great night. Tickets from ~$118.
Ticketmaster Caesars Info
Rock concert
Rock — 8:30 PM

Cheap Trick "At Budokan" @ Venetian

Performing the iconic 1978 live album in its entirety + Greatest Hits. Venetian Theatre.
Ticketmaster Venetian Info
Comedy
Comedy — 8:00 PM

Chelsea Handler @ The Cosmopolitan

"Chelsea at The Chelsea" residency. Doors 7 PM. Walking distance from Aria via indoor walkways. Tickets from ~$73.
Ticketmaster
Wrestling
Sports — 2:30 PM

WrestleMania 42 — Night 1 @ Allegiant

65,000+ fans, pyrotechnics, Cody Rhodes, CM Punk. Even if you skip the event, WrestleMania After Dark parties at LIV run all weekend.
WM Tickets After Dark
Late Night (10:30 PM+)
WrestleMania After Dark @ LIV — Saturday Night

LIV at Fontainebleau: Metro Boomin headlines + WWE Superstars Bron Breakker & Liv Morgan. Tickets from $49.99. Weekend Pass $199.99. WrestleManiaAfterDark.com

Nightclub
Top Pick 2026

Zouk Nightclub @ Resorts World

Hottest club in Vegas for 2026. Massive LED walls, cutting-edge sound. Residents: Illenium, DJ Snake, Deadmau5, Louis the Child. Saturday is the biggest night.
Check Lineup & Reserve
Club
Club — Cedric Gervais

Marquee Nightclub @ Cosmopolitan

60,000 sq ft, 3 rooms. DJ Cedric Gervais confirmed Sat Apr 18, 10:30 PM. Library room for intimate vibe. Walk from Aria.
Tickets from ~$55
Reserve / Tickets
Pool club night
Club — HNTR

XS Nightclub @ Encore

Most elegant club in Vegas. Stunning outdoor pool lit up at night. DJ HNTR confirmed Sat Apr 18. Open 10 PM–4 AM.
Tixr — Tickets & Tables
Bellagio fountains
Chill

Midnight Strip Walk + Bellagio Fountains

Fountains run until midnight (every 15 min after 8 PM). Free and iconic. WrestleMania weekend energy on the Strip will be electric.
SUN19

Sunday April 19 — Last Morning + Fly Home

Morning (8–11 AM)
Your Last Vegas Morning
Pool morning
Pool

Early Aria Pool

Opens 9 AM — have it nearly to yourself. Three pools, lush landscaping. April mornings are perfect ~75°F.
Dumplings
Brunch

Din Tai Fung @ Aria

World-famous xiao long bao. Soup dumplings, shrimp & pork wontons, cucumber salad. Line moves fast. No reservation needed.
$$
Mexican brunch
Brunch

Javier's @ Aria

Upscale Mexican. Chilaquiles, huevos rancheros, tableside guac. Beautiful interior. Perfect send-off.
$$$
Steam room
Spa Reset

Morning Spa Facilities

Use spa as hotel guest — eucalyptus steam, redwood sauna, salt room, therapy pool. No appointment needed.
If Taking ~3 PM Flight
Bonus Sunday (Afternoon Flight Only)
Stadium
Sports — 2:30 PM

WrestleMania 42 — Night 2

Even just tailgating and the fan zone atmosphere is worth experiencing.
Tickets
Matcha
Brand New

Hatoya Matcha + Spring Mountain Brunch

Hit Hatoya (Kyoto matcha, 3 weeks old!) for layered matcha lattes with gelato, then dim sum at New Asian BBQ or China Mama.
Hockey
Hockey — TBD

Golden Knights Playoff Game?

Potential Western Conference First Round game at T-Mobile Arena. VGK playoff atmosphere is legendary.
Check VGK Schedule

Return Flights

Sunday April 19 — LAS → SLC nonstop, ~1hr 30min. Delta (32/wk) & Southwest (31/wk) dominate this route.

~11 AM
Depart
LAS → SLC — Late Morning
Arrive SLC ~12:30 PM. Leave Aria by 9 AM. Full Sunday afternoon at home. Delta & Southwest run 10:30–11:30 AM departures.
Morning
~3 PM
Depart
LAS → SLC — Afternoon
Arrive SLC ~4:30 PM. Full last morning — pool, brunch, spa, WM tailgate. Leave Aria by 1 PM.
Afternoon

Dining Guide

Aria in-house + Spring Mountain Road Chinatown's newest and most hyped spots. 248 restaurants in a 3-mile stretch.

At Aria — Walk from Your Room

Carbone

Carbone

Italian-American — $$$$
White-gloved tableside, old-school glamour. Spicy rigatoni is the signature. Call ASAP for WrestleMania weekend.
(702) 590-2742 · OpenTable
CATCH

CATCH

Asian-Influenced Seafood — $$$$
Celebrity-magnet. Sushi, seafood, steak. Show-stopping presentations.
Jean-Georges

Jean-Georges Steakhouse

Steakhouse — $$$$
Vongerichten's refined cuts, Asian-accented sides. Sophisticated.
BARDOT

BARDOT Brasserie

French Bistro — $$$
Chef Michael Mina. Weekend brunch is the move — croissant French toast, bottomless mimosas.
Din Tai Fung

Din Tai Fung

Taiwanese — $$
Globally beloved soup dumplings. Fast, no reservation needed, incredible quality.
Javiers

Javier's

Upscale Mexican — $$$
Elevated Mexican. Killer margaritas. Great for brunch or dinner.

Spring Mountain Road — New & Hyped (Chinatown, 5 min from Aria)

Hatoya matcha

Hatoya Ryouyousha U.S. Debut — Mar 27 2026

Kyoto Matcha Concept — $
Kyoto's famous matcha stand, first-ever U.S. location. Layered ombre matcha lattes with Uji matcha gelato, soft-serve & mochi. Barely 3 weeks old when you visit — expect buzz.
~6000 Spring Mountain Rd · Commerce Corner
Ton Shou katsu

Ton Shou Premium Katsu & Izakaya 1,559 Reviews

Japanese Katsu & Izakaya — $$
Thick, moist katsu cutlets. Also salads, rice bowls, curry, izakaya a la carte. Upscale for Chinatown. Open Mon-Thu 11:30a–11p, Fri-Sat 11:30a–12a, Sun 11:30a–11p.
4049 Spring Mountain Rd · (702) 202-2182 · Reserve Online
ChoJang Korean

ChoJang New Feb 2026

Korean Street Food & Hotpot — $$
Soft-opened Feb 2026. Fiery Korean flavors, communal tables, spicy stews, tteokbokki, kimbap. Adjacent to Hatoya — hit both.
~6000 Spring Mountain Rd · Commerce Corner
Yakitori

Shin-Sen-Gumi Yakitori New ~Early 2026

Japanese Izakaya / Yakitori — $$
Cult-favorite California chain. Charcoal-grilled yakitori, rice bowls, energetic late-night pub vibe. Should be open by April.
4810 Spring Mountain Rd
China Mama

China Mama

Chinese / Taiwanese — $$
Reigning queen of Spring Mountain. Hand-pulled noodles, xiao long bao, dan dan noodles. Consistently excellent. Open late.
Spring Mountain Rd · Walk-in, no reservations
Dim sum

New Asian BBQ (Tan Tung Ky)

Dim Sum & Chinese BBQ — $$
OG Spring Mountain. Push-cart dim sum, incredible BBQ meats. Great for late night — open until 1–2 AM.
5150 Spring Mountain Rd · Open late
Sea Harbour

Sea Harbour by Chef Tony Opening 2026

Cantonese Dim Sum — $$$
Legendary LA institution (#1 Chinese in LA). Finishing construction as of March 2026. May be open by April — check closer to trip.
5780 Spring Mountain Rd · Latest Updates
Cutie Corner

Cutie Corner New

Asian-Inspired Snacks & Desserts — $
Vibrant, fun, quickly becoming a favorite. Creative Asian snacks, desserts & drinks. Great light bite between stops.
4266 Spring Mountain Rd

Quick Booking Reference

Every reservation number and link in one place. Book Carbone & Liquid Pool ASAP — WrestleMania weekend.

Aria Spa & Salon

Book Online · (702) 590-9600

Carbone @ Aria

(702) 590-2742 · OpenTable

Jean-Georges Steakhouse

OpenTable

Liquid Pool Lounge

TAO Group — Reserve

Ton Shou (Chinatown)

(702) 202-2182 · Reserve Online

Maverick Helicopters

MaverickHelicopter.com

Red Rock Timed Entry

Recreation.gov (Required Oct–May)

Zouk Nightclub

Events & Reserve

Marquee Nightclub

Events & Tables

WrestleMania 42

Ticketmaster

WM After Dark @ LIV

WrestleManiaAfterDark.com

Jerry Seinfeld @ Caesars

Ticketmaster

Cheap Trick @ Venetian

Venetian

Chelsea Handler @ Cosmo

Ticketmaster

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After Dark

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Lifestyle venues and experiences for consenting adults. All venues enforce strict consent policies. Most operate Thursday–Sunday nights.

Green Door Las Vegas

One of America's most well-known on-premise adult social clubs. Upscale, clean, and welcoming to couples and curious newcomers. Two themed floors — one more social/voyeur-friendly, one more active. Full bar (BYOB also welcome). Regular themed nights.

What to expect: Check-in at front desk, tour offered for first-timers, locker rooms available. Dress code: "Dress to impress" — stylish and sexy. No athletic wear. Relaxed, low-pressure atmosphere.

Address: 953 E Sahara Ave, B28, Las Vegas, NV 89104 (10 min from Aria)
Hours: Wed–Thu 8 PM–5 AM · Fri–Sat 8 PM–6 AM · Sun 8 PM–5 AM · Closed Mon–Tue
Cover: ~$68–89/couple (varies by night) · Single women free or reduced · Single men higher cover
Phone: (702) 732-4656
GreenDoorLasVegas.com

Red Rooster Las Vegas

The longest-running on-premise lifestyle club in Las Vegas, established 1982. 13,000 sq ft with dance floor, multiple private and group rooms, upstairs couples-only area, indoor pool & jacuzzi, two bars, tournament pool table. BYOB — no alcohol sold on-site.

What to expect: More of a "house party" vibe than a nightclub. Friendly, experienced crowd. Regular themed nights (Hawaiian luau, hot tub, holiday parties). The upstairs couples-only section is the main play area. Very welcoming to first-timers.

Address: 6405 Greyhound Ln, Las Vegas, NV 89122 (~20 min from Aria, east side)
Hours: Thu–Sun, typically 9 PM–late · Check site for specific schedule
Cover: Varies by event · BYOB
Phone: (702) 451-6661
Red Rooster Info

Whispers Las Vegas

Nevada's largest on-premise lifestyle venue. Couples and solo women only — strictly enforced (no single men). Converted ranch-style property with pool areas, karaoke, multiple dance and social spaces. Renovated 2017. Known for vibrant pool parties in warmer months (April is perfect timing).

What to expect: More upscale than Red Rooster, with a strong emphasis on consent and comfort. Pool party events are a highlight — April weather (~82°F) is ideal. The couples-only policy creates a very different energy. Multiple themed rooms inside.

Address: 7455 S Valley View Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89139 (~15 min from Aria)
Policy: Couples & solo women ONLY — no exceptions
Hours: Check website for weekend schedule
WhispersVegas.com

PlayhouseLV

Exclusive members-only lifestyle group. Limited to 150 members. Hand-selected guests, live DJ, dancing, private pool party takeovers at upscale venues. More of a curated event experience than a permanent venue — think private party at a high-end location.

What to expect: Application-based membership. Events tend to be higher-end, younger crowd than traditional clubs. Check their site for any events during WrestleMania weekend — big Vegas weekends often trigger special events.

Type: Members-only, application required
Capacity: Limited to 150 per event
AtPlayhouse.com — Apply

Sapphire Las Vegas — Couples VIP Experience

The world's largest gentlemen's club (70,000 sq ft), but with dedicated couples packages that make it a genuinely fun experience for two. VIP bottle service, private skybox seating, dedicated hosts, and couples-specific entertainment. Free limo transportation included with packages.

What to expect: Not a lifestyle/swinger venue, but a high-end gentlemen's club that actively caters to couples. Many couples visit specifically for the shared experience and show element. The skybox VIP experience is the way to go — private seating, bottle service, your own host. Free pickup from any Strip hotel.

Address: 3025 Sammy Davis Jr Dr, Las Vegas, NV 89109 (~5 min from Aria)
Hours: Daily 7 PM–5 AM
Couples packages: VIP from ~$300+ including bottle service & transport
SapphireLasVegas.com

Tips for First-Timers & This Weekend

WrestleMania weekend factor: Lifestyle clubs may be busier than usual with out-of-towners. Green Door and Whispers especially could see higher-than-normal Saturday night attendance. Consider going Friday post-Phish or Sunday evening if you prefer a mellower crowd.

Recommended order for first-timers: Green Door is the most "first-timer friendly" — clean, upscale, no-pressure tour on arrival. Whispers is best if you're specifically a couple and want the pool party element (April weather is perfect). Red Rooster has the most character and history.

Practical notes: Most are BYOB or have a bar. Uber/Lyft to all venues from Aria is 10–20 min. Bring cash for cover at some venues. Lockers available at most. Consent is strictly enforced everywhere — a "no" is always respected.

Packing & Vegas Tips

April Weather

Highs: 78–85°F
Lows: 55–62°F
Rain: Very unlikely
Humidity: Low (15–20%)
Pool weather: Yes! Warm enough
Evening: Light jacket for outdoor dining
UV: High — sunscreen recommended

Packing Checklist

Pro Tips

Tipping: $1-2/drink, 20% meals, $5 valet
Pool access: Liquid Pool opens at 11am Fri-Sun
Sphere: Arrive 45+ min early for immersive pre-show
Red Rock: $15/vehicle, timed entry — book on recreation.gov
Uber/Lyft: Use rideshare pickup zones (not main entrance)
Hydration: Desert air dehydrates fast — drink water constantly
Reservations: All nice restaurants need them on weekends
Late checkout: Ask Aria front desk — often available