{"id":4135,"date":"2017-05-22T11:00:17","date_gmt":"2017-05-22T18:00:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.plazahotelcasino.com\/?p=4135"},"modified":"2019-07-02T11:53:08","modified_gmt":"2019-07-02T18:53:08","slug":"celebrating-memorial-day-weekend-in-downtown-vegas","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.plazahotelcasino.com\/blog\/celebrating-memorial-day-weekend-in-downtown-vegas\/","title":{"rendered":"Celebrating Memorial Day Weekend in Downtown Vegas"},"content":{"rendered":"Memorial Day Weekend is the unofficial start of summer and Las Vegas is a great place to celebrate the occasion.\r\n\r\nThis year, the city will play host to amazing parties, incredible performances, and much more. Not to mention, the weather is expected to be perfect for spending time outside soaking up some of the desert rays. Here are our picks for the best events for celebrating Memorial Day weekend in Downtown Vegas and some tips to ensure your Memorial Day experience is enjoyable and safe.\r\n<h2>Plaza Pool Nights<\/h2>\r\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-4938 size-full\" title=\"Elegant Swimming Pool\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/pool_photo_1_620x333.jpg\" alt=\"memorial day weekend pool party las vegas\" width=\"620\" height=\"333\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.plazahotelcasino.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/pool_photo_1_620x333.jpg 620w, https:\/\/www.plazahotelcasino.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/pool_photo_1_620x333-300x161.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 620px) 100vw, 620px\" \/>\r\n\r\nThe Plaza&#8217;s new rooftop pool is one of the best spots to enjoy Memorial Day Weekend. The Pool at the Plaza brings a whole new rooftop pool experience to the downtown scene. With over 70,000 square feet of relaxation and entertainment, the Pool at the Plaza is one of the largest pool decks in downtown Las Vegas. Guests can enjoy our newly refurbished wet deck, recreation facilities, and onsite food truck.\r\n\r\nWhile other pool parties will cost upwards of $50 to get in, the Pool at the Plaza will be free all summer long.\r\n\r\nCome down to the Pool at the Plaza on May 27th to hear live DJ&#8217;s spinning your favorite songs, relaxing night swimming, and fireworks to mark this special occasion. Loung in style and comfort by the pool on our renovated wet deck featuring plenty of chaise lounge chairs and lily pad daybeds for guests.\r\n\r\nIf you&#8217;re looking for the full lounge experience, there are also six brand new cabanas available for rent. These cabanas provide a private pool-side retreat and access to all the activities. Each cabana has it&#8217;s own TV, fan, refrigerator, and more.\r\n\r\nRSVP now for your spot at the hottest pool party this Memorial Day Weekend.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/events\/326782984404018\/\">Memorial Day RSVP<\/a>\r\n<h2>Free Concerts on Fremont Street<\/h2>\r\n<img decoding=\"async\" title=\"fremont street concert series\" src=\"https:\/\/1pg6x1158j2c3wpy0512zgcs-wpengine.netdna-ssl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/04\/Fremont-Street-Experience.jpg\" alt=\"fremont street concert series\" width=\"100%\" \/><em>photo credit: VegasExperience.com<\/em>\r\n\r\nMemorial Day weekend\u00a0also means free summer concerts downtown. Fremont Street Experience is the best place to enjoy free live music all summer long.\r\n\r\nWith three stages and a rotating schedule of non-stop entertainers, downtown Las Vegas can&#8217;t be beaten when it comes to value entertainment. The free concert series will feature some of the best bands in the world, including Theory of a Deadman, Rock &#8216;n Road Trip Tour, Ann Wilson of Heart, Good Charlotte, Rick Springfield, Seether, Collective Soul, and Chevelle.\r\n\r\nThis Memorial Day Weekend is no different with a full day of live music and entertainment from a wide range of musical genres.\r\n\r\nHere is the full schedule for\u00a0Memorial Day Weekend.\r\n\r\n<em>May 27th, 2017 \u00a0&#8211; Main Stage<\/em>\r\n<ul>\r\n\t<li>Vanessa Legrand 2 pm to 5 pm<\/li>\r\n\t<li>Jef Leppard 5 pm to 8 pm<\/li>\r\n\t<li>Dancing DJ 8 pm to 10 pm<\/li>\r\n\t<li>Spandex Nation 10 pm to 2 am<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<em>May 27th, 2017 \u00a0&#8211; 1st\u00a0Street Stage<\/em>\r\n<ul>\r\n\t<li>Vanessa Legrand 2 pm to 5 pm<\/li>\r\n\t<li>Alter Ego 8 pm to 11 pm<\/li>\r\n\t<li>Dancing DJ 8 pm to 10 pm<\/li>\r\n\t<li>Spandex Nation 10pm to 2am<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<em>May 27th, 2017 \u00a0&#8211;\u00a03rd\u00a0Street Stage<\/em>\r\n<ul>\r\n\t<li>Tony Marques\u00a02 pm to 5 pm<\/li>\r\n\t<li>Dancing DJ 5 pm to 7 pm<\/li>\r\n\t<li>&#8217;80s Station 7\u00a0pm to 10 pm<\/li>\r\n\t<li>Zowie Bowie 10 pm to 1 am<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<h2>Free\u00a0Viva Vision Fremont Street Show<\/h2>\r\nThe Viva Vision Light Show video screen is 1,500 feet long, 90 feet wide and suspended 90 feet above Fremont Street\u2019s renowned pedestrian mall. 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