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Las Vegas is more than casinos and tourism. The city has a growing tech sector, a booming construction industry, and thousands of small businesses that make the valley run. We profile the entrepreneurs, track the openings, and cover the business stories that shape the local economy.
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Las Vegas’ 2026 Business Calendar Is Packed, and the Convention Center Is the Winner
Las Vegas entered 2026 with a powerful convention lineup, rising attendance and a fully renovated convention center. CES, CONEXPO-CON/AGG and SEMA show why the city’s investment in business travel keeps paying dividends.
Why Las Vegas Convention Traffic Is a Bigger Business Story in 2026
Convention demand held firm while overall Las Vegas visitation declined in 2025. In 2026, that resilience is shaping infrastructure investment, hotel strategy, midweek pricing power, and the city’s wider business position.
Fergusons Downtown’s October Lineup Turns Downtown Las Vegas Into a Small-Business Showcase
Fergusons Downtown’s October 2026 calendar combines artisan markets, workshops, festivals, live music and cultural events, giving local businesses multiple ways to reach customers on Fremont Street.
Las Vegas airport gets a 2026 lift with new military TSA access
Harry Reid International Airport is now part of a national TSA program offering dedicated military lanes or front-of-the-line screening access to eligible service members, veterans, and their families.
What the Las Vegas Grand Prix Really Does to Vegas (The 2026 ESB Impact Study)
Formula 1 has generated billions in Southern Nevada, but the money, costs, and disruption aren't spread evenly. The 2026 ESB Impact Study digs into what the Las Vegas Grand Prix really does to Vegas.
The Strip’s Restaurant-Opening Wave Is Becoming a Bigger Business Story in 2026
New concepts, major renovations and expansion deals are keeping restaurant real estate active on the Strip in 2026. The bigger story is how resorts use dining to generate revenue, refresh valuable space and strengthen the guest experience.
Caesars Shareholders Just Backed the Fertitta Deal — What It Means for the Las Vegas Strip
Caesars Entertainment shareholders approved Tilman Fertitta’s proposed acquisition on Sept. 22, a major step toward a $17.6 billion deal. Regulatory approvals and other closing conditions remain, so the vote does not mean an immediate change at the company’s Las Vegas resorts.
Why Las Vegas Small Businesses Should Watch the Plaza’s Event Calendar
The Plaza Hotel & Casino operates downtown meeting and convention facilities that host a range of events. Small businesses can watch the venue and organizer calendars for relevant dates, but event traffic alone does not guarantee new customers.
How Harry Reid Airport’s 2026 Visitor Flow Shapes Las Vegas Business Forecasts
Harry Reid International Airport remains a powerful business indicator, but Las Vegas data through July 2026 points to a selective recovery led by conventions rather than an unchecked passenger surge.
Inside the UnCommons Food Hall Buildout: A Las Vegas Business Watch for Southwest Growth
Stix Asia is building an 18,000-square-foot, 12-stall food hall at UnCommons, replacing The Sundry and giving southwest Las Vegas another major test of demand for off-Strip dining.
Black Bear Diner’s North Las Vegas Move Shows Where Growth Is Going Next
Black Bear Diner has confirmed a restaurant at West Craig Road and Valley Drive, giving North Las Vegas another national brand as population growth strengthens the city’s retail position.
Vegas Means Business: The 2026 Trade-Show Calendar Is Driving a New Tourism Wave
Las Vegas entered 2026 with a stronger trade-show lineup, a fully renovated convention center and major events capable of generating valuable midweek demand. The business is substantial, but the verified numbers point to a convention-led stabilizer rather than an across-the-board tourism record.