Sunday, Dec. 3:
Pioneer Saloon
Thirty miles south of Vegas, in Goodsprings, is the oldest bar in Southern Nevada. The 1913 watering hole transports you to the West—cowboy bullet holes, Brunswick bar, and all.
travelnevada.com/bars/pioneer-saloon-nevada
Monday, Dec. 4:
Virgil’s Real BBQ
Looking for barbecue on the Strip? With Memphis pork spareribs, sliced Texas brisket and Carolina pulled pork, there’s nothing but mouthwatering options. Order a Pitmaster Platter and get ready to pig out.
Linq Promenade, virgilsbbq.com
Tuesday, Dec. 5:
Whiskey Down
More than 50 whiskeys, including rare and fine options. Check out the spirit list with bourbon, scotch and more, or order a flight. Whiskey-forward cocktails are also delicious.
MGM Grand, mgmgrand.mgmresorts.com
Wednesday, Dec. 6:
Downtown Hoedown
The 2023 Wrangler National Finals Rodeo may start on Thursday, but festivities kick off now, with free performances from stars including Eli Young Band, Shane Smith & The Saints and Priscilla Black.
Thursday, Dec. 7:
Cowboy Christmas
NFR finally begins and one of my first stops will be Cowboy Christmas. The official NFR gift show draws vendors from all over for unique and special shopping opportunities.
Las Vegas Convention Center, nfrexperience.com
Friday, Dec. 8:
Barrel Racers Autograph Session
The Golden Nugget has one of the most robust schedules in the city during NFR, including all-star entertainment, viewing parties, shuttles to Thomas & Mack, and special appearances, like the barrel racers’ autograph session in the Grand Foyer.
Golden Nugget, nfrexperience.com
Saturday, Dec. 9:
Bullfighters Only Las Vegas Championship
Resorts World has property-wide activations during NFR, including the BFO World Championship for the third year. There are watch-parties after each event at Dawg House.
Resorts World, bullfightersonly.com
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