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Alesso at Hakkasan

See Alesso live at Hakkasan in Las Vegas. Get on the free guest list — no cover charge, no tickets needed. Includes complimentary guest list from your hotel.

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About Alesso at Hakkasan

Alesso holds a coveted Las Vegas residency at Hakkasan, one of the most prestigious nightclubs on the Las Vegas Strip. Known for delivering unforgettable progressive house / edm sets, Alesso's performances at Hakkasan have become a must-see experience for anyone visiting Vegas.

Alesso typically performs on weekend nights (Thursday through Saturday), drawing massive crowds of EDM fans and nightlife enthusiasts. The state-of-the-art sound system and immersive lighting at Hakkasan provide the perfect backdrop for Alesso's high-energy performances.

As a resident artist, Alesso performs multiple dates throughout the year at Hakkasan. Each show features a unique setlist and production elements that make every night different. Whether you're a longtime fan or experiencing Alesso live for the first time, a night at Hakkasanis an experience you won't forget.

Alessandro Renato Rodolfo Lindblad was born on July 7, 1991, in Stockholm, Sweden, to a Swedish-Italian family whose cultural intersection shaped both his given name and his eventual sonic aesthetic — a fusion that sits comfortably between continental European melody and Nordic minimalism. He began studying piano at age seven under private instruction, building an early foundation in music theory and classical composition that would inform his later production work even as electronic music became his primary medium. By his early teens he had moved away from formal instruction and toward self-directed production, teaching himself digital audio workstation fundamentals on home software during a period when bedroom production was increasingly democratizing access to professional-grade music creation. At 18, Lindblad was producing under the Alesso name from a Stockholm apartment, sending demos to artists and labels with no industry connections. His trajectory accelerated dramatically in early 2011 when Sebastian Ingrosso of Swedish House Mafia — then at the apex of that supergroup's global commercial success — heard his material and reached out directly. Ingrosso became a mentor and collaborator, and the first significant product of that relationship was Calling, a progressive house track that reached number two on the Beatport charts in 2011. The track was later reworked as Calling (Lose My Mind) with a vocal contribution from Ryan Tedder of OneRepublic, broadening its commercial reach considerably. The following year, 2012, brought the visibility that transitions a DJ from industry-known to widely recognized: MTV included him in their annual EDM Rookies to Watch feature, and Madonna — assembling opening act talent for the MDNA Tour, her highest-grossing tour at the time — personally invited Alesso to open select North American dates after calling him the next big thing in dance music. Playing arenas at age 21 while still building his headline touring career gave him production-scale exposure years before most artists his age would encounter it. In July 2014 he signed with Def Jam Recordings — only the second EDM producer to join the label, following Afrojack — in a deal that signaled major-label investment in electronic music crossover potential. From 2013 onward Alesso was playing the major North American and European festival circuit consistently: Coachella, Electric Daisy Carnival, Ultra Music Festival, and Tomorrowland in Belgium all featured him within consecutive cycles. His DJ Magazine Top 100 ranking climbed into the Top 15 by 2013 and he held positions in that range for several consecutive years, reaching number 13 globally in 2015. His Las Vegas presence covers Marquee Nightclub and Marquee Dayclub at The Cosmopolitan, Hakkasan at MGM Grand, OMNIA Nightclub and OMNIA Dayclub, XS Nightclub and Encore Beach Club at Wynn Las Vegas, Tao Beach at The Venetian, and Palm Tree Beach Club — a multi-operator footprint reflecting both his commercial demand and cross-genre appeal across the Strip's peak-season programming.

As a headliner at Hakkasan, Alesso commands the main stage and draws some of the largest crowds on the Las Vegas Strip. Headliner nights at Hakkasan typically sell out, which is why getting on the free guest list early is essential. We recommend signing up at least 24-48 hours in advance and arriving by 10:30 PM to guarantee entry.

Alesso × Hakkasan

Alesso at Hakkasan — What to Expect

Hakkasan Nightclub at MGM Grand operates an 80,000-watt sound system inside a 75,000-square-foot five-level venue complex — the largest single-footprint nightclub environment on the Las Vegas Strip by square footage. The five-level vertical configuration divides the MGM Grand space into distinct programming zones: the Main Stage level handles EDM headliner programming at full output capacity, while the Ling Ling Club, Sky Bar, and Pavilion levels operate simultaneously with separate audio environments. MGM Grand sits at the corner of Las Vegas Boulevard and Tropicana Avenue, the Strip's densest pedestrian intersection — a position that gives Hakkasan walk-in access from MGM Grand, New York-New York, Excalibur, Luxor, and Mandalay Bay within direct pedestrian radius, a catchment area no nightclub further north can match from its own location.

Alesso's progressive house productions place specific demands on a sound system at Hakkasan's scale: at 80,000 watts, the Main Stage delivers sub-bass frequencies that convey the drop architecture of tracks like Heroes (we could be) as physical pressure rather than auditory information alone, while the mid-range clarity required for his ascending synth lead lines must remain legible inside a 75,000-square-foot room that could otherwise blur melodic detail into wall-of-sound density. His DJ Magazine Top 15 credentials and multi-operator Las Vegas footprint — spanning Marquee, OMNIA, Tao Beach, Palm Tree, and XS across multiple operators — give the MGM Grand audience multiple prior exposure points that increase name recognition at Hakkasan. Main Stage doors at 10:30 PM. NoCoverVegas guest list available for qualifying dates.

By the Numbers

Alesso — Artist Facts

Origin

Swedish

Monthly Listeners

16.7M

global superstar

Record Label

Def Jam Recordings

Instagram

@alesso

Alesso is a Swedish progressive house / edm artist with 16.7 million Spotify monthly listeners — placing them firmly in the global superstar tier. Signed to Def Jam Recordings. Alesso's primary Las Vegas home base is OMNIA Nightclub, though Hakkasan appearances are among their most anticipated Strip performances.

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Artist Profile

Alesso — Career Profile

Career Highlights

Alessandro Renato Rodolfo Lindblad — performing as Alesso — was discovered by Sebastian Ingrosso of Swedish House Mafia at age 19 and debuted on DJ Magazine's Top 100 in 2011. His 2013 UK #1 collaboration 'Under Control' with Calvin Harris and 'Heroes (we could be)' featuring Tove Lo became one of Progressive House's definitive anthems with over 800 million Spotify streams, reaching #49 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 2015. Source: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alesso

Sound & Style

Stockholm progressive house built on anthemic melodic synth lines and ascending chord sequences that deliver peak emotional moments over precision drop architecture — Alesso's Las Vegas sets span the widest residency footprint of any Strip headliner, blending his career-defining progressive house catalog with contemporary EDM productions across dayclubs and nightclubs from Marquee to OMNIA.

Las Vegas Performance History

One of the widest residency footprints on the Las Vegas Strip, spanning Marquee Nightclub, Hakkasan, OMNIA Nightclub, XS Nightclub, Encore Beach Club, Tao Beach, Palm Tree Beach Club, and OMNIA Dayclub. Confirmed 2026 dates: Marquee Nightclub May 2, Palm Tree Beach Club May 16, May 30, August 1, October 3, Tao Beach May 23 and July 25, OMNIA Dayclub August 8 (11:00 AM) and September 26 (11:00 AM), OMNIA Nightclub August 15 (10:30 PM), September 12 — Mexican Independence Weekend (10:30 PM), September 18 — Mexican Independence Day Weekend (10:30 PM), October 27 (10:30 PM). Sources: electronic.vegas/artist/alesso/, tickets.taogroup.com/e/omnia-las-vegas-9-12-2026/, app.discotech.me/events/38210869-alesso-at-omnia

Notable Tracks

  • Heroes (we could be) (feat. Tove Lo)
  • Under Control (with Calvin Harris & Hurts)
  • Calling (Lose My Mind) (feat. Ryan Tedder)

Hakkasan — Venue Details

Location

MGM Grand

3799 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89109

Hours

Wed–Sat, 10:30 PM – 4 AM

Dress Code

Men: collared or dress shirt, fitted pants or dark jeans, dress shoes or clean leather sneakers. No athletic wear, jerseys, sports shoes, tank tops, cargo shorts, or hats. Women: dresses, heels, or fashionable nightlife attire. Management reserves right to deny entry. 21+ with valid government-issued photo ID.

Cover Charge

Normally $40-75 cover — FREE with NoCoverVegas guest list

How to Get In Free to See Alesso

Vegas nightlife can be expensive, but it doesn't have to be. The NoCoverVegas guest list gets you into Hakkasan to see Alesso completely free — no cover charge, no ticket purchase, no hidden fees.

Guest List Steps

  1. 1Sign up using the form below with your name, phone number, group size, and date.
  2. 2Receive an instant text confirmation with your guest list details and a free guest list entry offer.
  3. 3Arrive at Hakkasan before 12:30 AM and check in at the guest list entrance. You're in — free.

Arrival Tips

  • Arrive early. Get there between 10:30 PM and 12:30 AM for guaranteed guest list entry. After 12:30 AM, you may need to pay cover.
  • Bring your group together. Your entire group must arrive and check in at the same time. An even or better female-to-male ratio is recommended.
  • Dress the part. Men: collared or dress shirt, fitted pants or dark jeans, dress shoes or clean leather sneakers. No athletic wear, jerseys, sports shoes, tank tops, cargo shorts, or hats. Women: dresses, heels, or fashionable nightlife attire. Management reserves right to deny entry. 21+ with valid government-issued photo ID.Don't risk getting turned away for dress code violations.
  • Take the free entry. We offer free entry service from your hotel. No Uber surge pricing, no parking fees.

Frequently Asked Questions

When does Alesso perform at Hakkasan?

Alesso holds a residency at Hakkasan and typically performs on weekend nights (Thursday through Saturday). Exact dates for each performance are announced on a rolling basis, usually 2-4 weeks in advance. The best way to stay updated is to sign up for the NoCoverVegas free guest list — we'll text you a confirmation with all the details including your check-in time. Doors typically open at 10:30 PM with the main set starting around midnight and running until 4:00 AM.

How much does it cost to see Alesso at Hakkasan?

General admission to see Alesso at Hakkasan typically costs Normally $40-75 cover — FREE with NoCoverVegas guest list at the door, and prices increase on holidays and special event weekends. However, with the NoCoverVegas guest list, you can skip the cover entirely. Women receive free entry all night. Men get free entry before 12:30 AM with an even or favorable gender ratio in the group. VIP table and bottle service packages are also available starting around $500 for groups who want a reserved area.

Is there a dress code for Alesso at Hakkasan?

Yes — Hakkasan enforces a strict upscale dress code on all nights, including Alesso events. Men: collared or dress shirt, fitted pants or dark jeans, dress shoes or clean leather sneakers. No athletic wear, jerseys, sports shoes, tank tops, cargo shorts, or hats. Women: dresses, heels, or fashionable nightlife attire. Management reserves right to deny entry. 21+ with valid government-issued photo ID. For men, collared shirts or fitted designer tees with dress shoes work well. Avoid athletic wear, shorts, sandals, and overly baggy clothing. Security checks dress code at the door, and violations are the number one reason groups get turned away.

How do I get on the guest list for Alesso at Hakkasan?

Fill out the free guest list form on this page with your name, phone number, group size, and preferred date. You'll receive a text confirmation within minutes with your guest list confirmation number and check-in instructions. On the night of the event, arrive at Hakkasan between 10:30 PM and 12:30 AM and check in at the guest list entrance — separate from the general admission line. The entire process is 100% free with no hidden fees or minimum spend required.

What genre of music does Alesso play at Hakkasan?

Alesso is known for progressive house / edm music. Alessandro Renato Rodolfo Lindblad was born on July 7, 1991, in Stockholm, Sweden, to a Swedish-Italian family whose cultural intersection shaped both his given name and his eventual sonic aesthetic — a fusion that sits comfortably between continental European melody and Nordic minimalism. He began studying piano at age seven under private instruction, building an early foundation in music theory and classical composition that would inform his later production work even as electronic music became his primary medium. The world-class Funktion-One sound system at Hakkasan delivers Alesso's productions with incredible clarity, while the LED walls and laser arrays create an immersive visual experience that matches the music.

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