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Las Vegas went from zero major sports teams to one of the most exciting sports cities in America in under a decade. The Golden Knights, Raiders, Aces, and soon an MLB franchise — plus UFC, boxing, F1, and March Madness. We cover it all with the passion of fans who waited a long time for this.
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Raiders Preseason in Las Vegas: What the Aug. 27 Game Means for Allegiant Stadium Crowds
The Raiders close their 2026 preseason against the San Francisco 49ers at Allegiant Stadium on Aug. 27. Here is how the evening game will affect parking, pedestrian traffic, tailgating and travel near the south Strip.
Las Vegas Ballpark’s Next Weekend Series Is Worth Catching
The Las Vegas Aviators return to Summerlin for a six-game series against Sugar Land from August 25 through August 30, with a Friday giveaway and Sunday family activities on the weekend schedule.
WrestleMania 42 in Las Vegas: What the 2026 Event Still Means for the City
WrestleMania 42 brought more than 106,000 reported attendees to Allegiant Stadium and extended WWE’s reach across several Las Vegas venues. Its lasting significance is the city’s growing ability to turn one major sports event into a multiday tourism play.
Why Lee’s Family Forum Is Becoming One of Las Vegas’ Busiest Sports Venues in 2026
Lee’s Family Forum has packed 2026 with Henderson Silver Knights hockey, Calder Cup playoff games, Vegas Knight Hawks football and a steady mix of entertainment bookings.
The South Point 400 Is Already Emerging as Vegas’s Next Big Racing Story
The South Point 400 returns to Las Vegas Motor Speedway on October 4 with a fresh role in NASCAR’s revamped championship format and a recent history of season-shaping finishes.
The Cosmopolitan’s rooftop pickleball play is another sign Vegas resorts are selling experiences, not just rooms
The Cosmopolitan’s rooftop pickleball courts turn a familiar sport into a bookable Strip experience, reflecting how Las Vegas resorts increasingly compete through memorable activities as well as rooms.
Las Vegas Aces’ August homestand could be the city’s biggest sports ticket this week
The defending WNBA champion Las Vegas Aces close a five-game August homestand against Atlanta and Connecticut, with playoff position and another title run coming into focus.
Las Vegas Ballpark's August 2026 Homestand Gave Summerlin a 12-Game Sports Run
The Las Vegas Aviators packed 12 scheduled home games against Tacoma and Sacramento into a 13-day August stretch at Las Vegas Ballpark, bringing playoff-bound baseball and a full promotional lineup to Summerlin.
Aces, Raiders, and UFC Pack Las Vegas With a Massive August 2026 Sports Run
Las Vegas is rolling through a packed August 2026 sports calendar featuring Aces home games, Raiders preseason football, and a completed UFC Fight Night at Meta APEX.
Vegas Knight Hawks’ Summer Run at Lee’s Family Forum Is Worth a Fresh Look
The Vegas Knight Hawks followed their 2025 championship with another strong summer in Henderson, finishing 12-5 overall before a first-round playoff loss. The record, fast indoor game and fan-friendly setup at Lee’s Family Forum made the 2026 run worth noticing.
WrestleMania 42 Kept Las Vegas in the Combat Sports Conversation for 2026
WrestleMania 42 drew more than 106,000 attendees across two nights at Allegiant Stadium, reinforcing Las Vegas as a premier destination for wrestling, UFC and major boxing events in 2026.
The 2026 Las Vegas motor-sports surge: Pennzoil 400 to South Point 400
Las Vegas has a loaded 2026 racing calendar, from the completed Pennzoil 400 to the South Point 400, NHRA action and the Formula 1 Las Vegas Grand Prix.