Photo by: Courtesy of Fashion Show Las Vegas
It’s back! The March Madness tournament is one of the most exciting annual events in sports, not just for bettors and those doing brackets, but for the fans and even casual observers. There’s just no replacement for the, well, madness that surrounds this event as 68 teams try to work their way to the Final Four and, hopefully, to the NCAA title. And if you’re in town for the craziness from March 17-April 7, read on to find not only great places to watch, but some sweet deals for fans.
Over at Bottled Blonde Las Vegas at the Grand Bazaar Shops, both levels of the hot spot will show the games, all while serving up some great bites like tuna tacos, truffle fries and Reuben sandwiches. If you want to be guaranteed a seat, reservations are recommended, but there is open seating available at the bar.
If you’re planning on showing your school pride by wearing a collegiate shirt or jersey, from March 19-22 get tickets to one of the best shows in town, Fantasy: The Strip’s Sexiest Tease at Luxor. After the show, head to the merchandise counter, where you’ll receive a collectible poker chip and commemorative poster!
Over at Resorts World Las Vegas, Eight Lounge and Gatsby’s Cocktail Lounge will both host parties. Eight Lounge will offer plush seating and premium amenities from March 18-22 (with no beverage minimum for reservations before 8 p.m. during the tournament’s first two rounds), while Gatsby’s will show the action on eight HDTVs, and reservations made before 8 p.m. come with no food and beverage minimum. (A $100 deposit is required to secure a table reservation and will be applied toward the final bill.)
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Westgate Las Vegas will surely be packed for hoops action from March 19-21, transforming its International Theater into a massive fan zone (with special food and drink offerings, including one free domestic beer or soda), while free viewing is available at the International Bar and SuperBook. (Space is first-come first-served; VIP seating can be reserved.)
FSLV—Fashion Show Las Vegas is ready to put fans in a mood for both sports and shopping with “Hoops in the Hall,” transforming its Great Hall into a fan hub featuring themed decor, interactive experiences, a dedicated viewing lounge and much more.
Hungry? Head over to Proper Eats, a food hall at Aria, where from March 19-22 guests can take advantage of an all-you-can-eat package for $75 during the first and second rounds of the tournament (valid for up to three hours). This means your pick of amazing eateries like Lucky Bird, Parm Famous Italian, Pizzaoki, Wexler’s and much more.
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Still hungry? Check out the incredible March-Madness-themed goodies at Flanker Kitchen + Sports Bar at Mandalay Bay, from the Madness Wheel (a combo of jalapeño poppers, wings, fries, tenders, fried pickles and a sauce flight), the Slam Dunk Burger (piled with bacon strips, jalapeno relish, a crispy onion ring, pepperjack and cheese sauce), and Oreo Blondies (served warm and gooey with vanilla bean ice cream).
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