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Tao Nightclub Events — July 2026

Every DJ, party, and event at Tao Nightclub in July 2026. Get on the free guest list and skip the cover.

The Venetian · Thu–Sat, 10:30 PM – 4 AM

Tao Nightclub in July 2026— What to Expect

Your complete guide to visiting Tao Nightclub this month

July 2026 is peak summer season in Las Vegas, and Tao Nightclub is operating at full capacity with some of the biggest names in nightlife on the decks. Daytime temperatures regularly exceed 110 degrees Fahrenheit, which means the indoor, climate-controlled environment at Tao Nightclub becomes even more appealing once the sun goes down. Expect packed dance floors, extended lineups of headliner DJs, and an electric energy that only a Las Vegas summer can deliver. Pool party events and late-night after-parties are also in full swing across the Strip, making July one of the busiest months for nightlife tourism.

Tao Nightclub at The Venetian is one of the most sought-after nightclub experiences in Las Vegas during July 2026. Known for its asian-inspired elegance in a 10,000 sq ft club that's part of the venetian's 40,000 sq ft tao complex — one of vegas's most photographed nightclub interiors (carved buddhas, red silk, bronze) with thursday hip-hop nights that draw a strong local crowd and weekend edm headliners like alesso and zedd (2026 residents). three full bars, private sky boxes, a 40-foot outdoor terrace, and the tao restaurant-to-club pipeline mean you can make a full evening of it starting with dinner, the venue delivers a world-class nightlife experience featuring EDM, Electronic, Hip Hop, Open Format music with a capacity of 2,000 guests. Friday and Saturday for EDM headliners (Alesso, Zedd, Above & Beyond, Acraze). Thursday is Hip Hop night with Murda Beatz, NGHTMRE — lower cover, more relaxed ratio enforcement. Peak hours typically run from 12:00 AM – 2:30 AM, so plan your arrival accordingly. Whether you are celebrating a birthday, bachelor party, bachelorette weekend, or simply looking for a memorable night out, Tao Nightclub consistently ranks among the top choices for visitors and locals alike.

For July 2026, we strongly recommend signing up for the Tao Nightclub guest list at least 24 to 48 hours in advance. Summer is the highest-demand period for Las Vegas nightclubs, and guest list spots fill quickly, especially for Friday and Saturday nights. Arriving before 12:30 AM is critical to ensure entry through the guest list line, as venues enforce strict cutoff times during peak season. Groups with an even or favorable female-to-male ratio will have the smoothest entry experience. If you are bringing a larger group or planning a special celebration, consider adding bottle service to guarantee your table and skip the general admission line entirely.

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Tao Nightclub— Venue Info

Location

The Venetian

3377 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89109

Hours

Thu–Sat, 10:30 PM – 4 AM

Dress Code

Upscale casual to nightclub attire.

Cover Charge

Normally $30-50 cover — FREE with NoCoverVegas guest list

Music

EDM, Electronic, Hip Hop, Open Format

Best Nights

Friday and Saturday for EDM headliners (Alesso, Zedd, Above & Beyond, Acraze). Thursday is Hip Hop night with Murda Beatz, NGHTMRE — lower cover, more relaxed ratio enforcement.

About the Venue

Tao Nightclub in July 2026

Tao Nightclub at The Venetian Resort is one of Las Vegas's most enduring nightlife institutions — open since 2005 and still booking headline talent two decades later. The venue is part of a sprawling 40,000-square-foot, three-floor Tao Group complex inside The Venetian that includes the award-winning Tao Restaurant, the Tao Lounge, and the main nightclub space itself, which spans 10,000 square feet of dedicated club floor with three full bars, private sky boxes with bottle service, and a 40-foot outdoor terrace. The Asian-inspired design — carved Buddha statues, bronze accents, red silk panels, and custom lighting — is among the most photographed nightclub interiors in Vegas. In 2026, Tao's resident lineup spans electronic and open-format talent: Alesso, Above & Beyond, Zedd, Acraze, and Alan Walker headline the EDM and progressive house programming, while Tyga, Murda Beatz, and NGHTMRE drive the hip-hop and trap nights. Thursday is traditionally hip-hop and open format, while Friday and Saturday lean toward EDM and electronic. The attached Tao Beach Dayclub on the rooftop pool terrace makes it possible to start at Tao Beach in the afternoon and transition into the nightclub seamlessly. With two decades of continuous operation at The Venetian, Tao has outlasted multiple competing nightclubs and venue closures across the Strip, establishing itself as one of the most durably successful nightclub brands in Las Vegas history. The private sky boxes — suspended above the main floor and accessed only by bottle service reservations — offer a VIP orientation unavailable at most other venues: an elevated sightline across the full dance floor and DJ stage from above, with full audio immersion while maintaining physical separation from the general crowd. The 40-foot outdoor terrace adjacent to the main room is an often-overlooked feature that provides a quieter space for conversation without leaving the venue, and on cooler evenings becomes a popular gathering point between sets. The restaurant-club pipeline at Tao funnels dinner service guests into the nightclub after 10 PM with a crowd already warmed up socially, which noticeably elevates early-evening club energy versus cold arrivals from hotel rooms.

What Makes Tao Nightclub Unique

  • Vegas institution — open since 2005
  • 10,000 sq ft club in 40,000 sq ft Tao complex
  • Three bars + private sky boxes
  • 40-foot outdoor terrace
  • Alesso, Zedd, Above & Beyond & Acraze 2026 residencies
  • Asian-inspired décor with iconic Buddha statues

Expert Tips

Insider Guide: Tao Nightclub in July 2026

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Book dinner at Tao Asian Bistro before the club. It's one floor above the nightclub in the same building, the staff coordinate between both venues, and the dinner-to-club transition is a one-flight-of-stairs walk — the most seamless dinner-to-nightclub pipeline available on the Strip.

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The sky boxes on the mezzanine level are Tao's best-kept group secret: elevated private rooms above the main dance floor with full audio and sightlines to the DJ stage, but physical separation from the general admission crowd. The correct call for birthday groups and corporate events that want privacy without losing nightclub atmosphere.

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Thursday is Tao's most accessible night — lower cover, a local-weighted crowd, and typically a strong DJ booking. Visitors who have scheduling flexibility and want Tao without peak-weekend intensity should target Thursday.

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Tao's guest list ratio requirement is actively enforced: even or more women than men at check-in. For groups with more men, plan arrival before midnight when enforcement is slightly more flexible, or book bottle service to bypass the ratio requirement entirely.

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The 20-foot Buddha statues and red silk panels at the entrance create one of the most recognizable nightclub photo backdrops in Las Vegas. Group photos at the entrance before entry produce better composition than most in-venue shots — the amber lighting and carved wooden architecture contrast strongly with the LED-forward interiors at XS and OMNIA.

Why Tao Nightclub

What Sets Tao Nightclub Apart

Tao Nightclub at The Venetian opened in 2005 as one of the earliest themed nightclub concepts on the Las Vegas Strip — predating the megaclub construction wave of 2009–2014 that produced Hakkasan, XS, OMNIA, and Marquee. When TAO opened, the dominant paradigm was generic warehouse-scale clubs without strong visual identity; TAO introduced a fully committed temple aesthetic — hand-carved teak Buddha statues rising to 20 feet at the main entrance, a koi pond water feature flanking the entry corridor, bronze dragon wall sculptures, red silk panel drapery cascading from the ceiling, and warm amber lighting calibrated to the lacquered wooden surfaces rather than the LED-forward palette that defines its successors. That 2005 design commitment explains the most remarkable commercial fact about TAO: it is operating with consistently strong bookings in 2026, two decades after its opening, while multiple venues that opened with superior marketing budgets and larger footprints have closed. The 10,000-square-foot nightclub floor is embedded inside a 40,000-square-foot multi-venue complex that includes Tao Asian Bistro one level above, the TAO Lounge as the pre-entry cocktail zone, and a mezzanine level housing both the sky box VIP configuration and an upper lounge for guests who want full audio immersion at a lower crowd density than the main floor. Three full bars distributed across the nightclub floor — rather than the single-bar or dual-bar layouts at smaller venues — eliminate the bottleneck problem that degrades experience at clubs where bar queues consume 20 minutes of every hour.

The sky boxes at TAO Nightclub are cantilevered structures suspended above the main dance floor on a mezzanine-level support system that positions each box directly over the crowd below. The architectural effect is genuinely different from mezzanine seating at other venues: sky box guests are physically above the dance floor rather than adjacent to it, with a downward sightline to the DJ stage that no floor-level VIP table in any Las Vegas nightclub replicates. The cantilevered position above the dance floor also means sky box guests are fully inside the sound field at production volume — not pulled back to a quieter position — while remaining physically separated from the general admission crowd by the elevation itself. The 2026 resident lineup at TAO spans a deliberately wider genre range than most Strip nightclubs: Alesso, Zedd, Above & Beyond, Acraze, and Alan Walker anchor the electronic and progressive house programming on Fridays and most Saturdays, while Tyga, Murda Beatz, and NGHTMRE drive the hip-hop and trap nights that anchor Thursday programming and periodic Saturdays. This intentional cross-genre booking policy means TAO is one of the only Las Vegas nightclubs where a group that includes both EDM fans and hip-hop fans can find an appropriate night on the calendar without the group splitting across venues.

The 40-foot outdoor terrace at TAO is the only outdoor extension of a major Las Vegas Strip nightclub accessible under the same guest list admission without re-entry requirements. The terrace runs adjacent to the main nightclub space on the second level of The Venetian — not a rooftop, but a covered outdoor ledge at the Las Vegas Blvd and Flamingo Rd corner — and provides a quieter zone for conversation, fresh air, and a change of venue register without physically leaving TAO or losing the evening momentum. Groups use the terrace as a rotation point: the dance floor during peak sets, the terrace during transitions, the sky box for bottle service and group consolidation. No other nightclub on the Strip offers a comparable outdoor area within the same admission footprint.

Tao Nightclub July 2026— Complete Guide

Full lineup breakdown, guest list strategy, and what to expect this month

TAO Nightclub at The Venetian Resort Las Vegas runs its standard Thursday-through-Sunday four-night-per-week format throughout July 2026, maintaining two programming series: Worship Thursdays (hip-hop and open-format Thursday nights) and Ritual Sundays (weekly Sunday night concept). July's calendar opens with the Fourth of July holiday weekend and closes on a Thursday, completing four full weeks of the summer's most consistently programmed month.

Worship Thursdays — DJ E-Rock (July 2), DJ Drama (July 9), DJ Bamboozle (July 16), Justin Credible (July 23), Jerzy (July 30)

Worship Thursdays is TAO's established weekly Thursday concept, rotating through a roster of hip-hop and open-format DJs across TAO's 44,000-square-foot two-room layout at The Venetian. July's five Thursdays rotate through five distinct performers: DJ E-Rock opens July 2 (the Thursday before Fourth of July weekend). DJ Drama — the Atlanta-born DJ, executive producer, and Gangsta Grillz mixtape curator — takes July 9 for one of the summer's most notable Worship Thursdays bookings. DJ Bamboozle holds July 16. Justin Credible returns for July 23. Jerzy closes July with the July 30 Worship Thursday.

Friday Programming — Damaged Goods (July 3), Angie Vee (July 10), DJ Shift (July 24), Greg Lopez (July 31)

TAO's July Fridays feature a mix of TAO Group residents and returning performers. Damaged Goods plays the Fourth of July weekend Friday July 3. Angie Vee takes July 10. DJ Shift — one of TAO Nightclub's consistent resident selectors — returns for July 24. Greg Lopez closes July's Friday run on July 31.

Saturday Headliners — DJ Franzen (July 4), Crespo (July 11), Joe Maz (July 18), Beatbreaker (July 25)

July Saturdays open with DJ Franzen on Independence Day July 4. Crespo — who also anchors Marquee Dayclub's Poolside Sundays — plays TAO Nightclub on Saturday July 11. Joe Maz holds July 18. Beatbreaker takes July 25.

Ritual Sundays — July 5, 12, 19, 26

Ritual Sundays is TAO's weekly Sunday night concept, running 10:30 PM to 4:00 AM each Sunday. The four July Ritual Sundays begin with the Fourth of July holiday Sunday July 5 and continue through July 12, July 19, and July 26. TAO's Ritual Sundays programming makes it one of the Strip's most reliably programmed Sunday nightclubs, serving both departing weekend visitors and Las Vegas service industry workers who mark Sunday as the beginning of their social week. Resident DJ Franzen anchors the Ritual Sundays format.

Guest List Strategy for TAO Nightclub July 2026

- Thursdays (July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30): Register 24–48 hours before. - Fridays (July 3, 10, 24, 31): Register 48–72 hours before. July 3 (July 4th weekend Friday) — register by Tuesday June 30. - Saturdays (July 4, 11, 18, 25): Register 3–5 days before. July 4 (Independence Day) — register 5–7 days out. - Sundays / Ritual Sundays (July 5, 12, 19, 26): Same-week registration typically sufficient.

Free guest list through NoCoverVegas covers complimentary general admission for qualifying groups. Women receive complimentary entry; men receive complimentary or reduced-cover entry with valid confirmation. Dress code: upscale fashionable attire — no athletic wear, open-toe shoes for men, or baseball caps. Age 21+ with valid government-issued photo ID. TAO Nightclub, The Venetian Resort, 3377 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89109.

Tao NightclubJuly 2026 Night-by-Night Schedule

Thursday, July 2 — DJ E-Rock (Worship Thursdays)

10:30 PM
DJ E-Rock (Worship Thursdays)TAO Nightclub
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Friday, July 3 — Damaged Goods

10:30 PM
Damaged GoodsTAO Nightclub
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Saturday, July 4 — Independence Day (DJ Franzen)

10:30 PM
DJ FranzenTAO Nightclub
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Sunday, July 5 — Ritual Sundays (Fourth of July Weekend)

10:30 PM
Ritual Sundays (Fourth of July Weekend)TAO Nightclub
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Thursday, July 9 — DJ Drama (Worship Thursdays)

10:30 PM
DJ Drama (Worship Thursdays)TAO Nightclub
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Friday, July 10 — Angie Vee

10:30 PM
Angie VeeTAO Nightclub
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Saturday, July 11 — Crespo

10:30 PM
CrespoTAO Nightclub
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Sunday, July 12 — Ritual Sundays

10:30 PM
Ritual SundaysTAO Nightclub
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Thursday, July 16 — DJ Bamboozle (Worship Thursdays)

10:30 PM
DJ Bamboozle (Worship Thursdays)TAO Nightclub
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Saturday, July 18 — Joe Maz

10:30 PM
Joe MazTAO Nightclub
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Sunday, July 19 — Ritual Sundays

10:30 PM
Ritual SundaysTAO Nightclub
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Thursday, July 23 — Justin Credible (Worship Thursdays)

10:30 PM
Justin Credible (Worship Thursdays)TAO Nightclub
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Friday, July 24 — DJ Shift

10:30 PM
DJ ShiftTAO Nightclub
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Saturday, July 25 — Beatbreaker

10:30 PM
BeatbreakerTAO Nightclub
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Sunday, July 26 — Ritual Sundays

10:30 PM
Ritual SundaysTAO Nightclub
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Thursday, July 30 — Jerzy (Worship Thursdays)

10:30 PM
Jerzy (Worship Thursdays)TAO Nightclub
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Friday, July 31 — Greg Lopez

10:30 PM
Greg LopezTAO Nightclub
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Tao Nightclub Pricing & Entry — July 2026

Cover charges, drink prices, and bottle service rates

Understanding the full cost of a night at Tao Nightclub in July 2026 helps you budget effectively and avoid surprises at the door. Las Vegas nightclub pricing varies by night, event, and season, but here is a detailed breakdown of what to expect.

Guest List Savings

Tao Nightclub cover charge: Normally $30-50 cover — FREE with NoCoverVegas guest list. By signing up for the NoCoverVegas guest list, you save the full cover charge for your entire group. For a typical group of four, that is $160 to $300 in savings before you even order your first drink. During July, peak summer pricing may apply on major holiday weekends, making the free guest list even more valuable.

Drink Prices

Drink prices at Tao Nightclub are in line with other premium Las Vegas nightclubs. Expect to pay Mixed drinks $16–25, Beers $12, Bottles from $500. Cocktail servers on the dance floor and at tables are tipped per drink, with $2 to $5 per drink being standard. Bar service is available throughout the venue, and most bartenders accept both cash and card. Prices do not typically fluctuate by season, so your July 2026 drink costs will be consistent with any other time of year.

Bottle Service

Bottle service at Tao Nightclub starts at Starting at $500. Table pricing depends on location within the venue, the specific night and DJ, and group size. Expect elevated minimums during July due to peak summer demand and higher-profile DJ bookings. Bottle service includes a dedicated table, mixers, a VIP host, and expedited entry that bypasses both the general admission and guest list lines. For groups of six or more, bottle service often works out to be comparable in cost to buying individual drinks all night while providing a significantly better experience.

What to Wear to Tao Nightclub in July

Dress code details and seasonal outfit advice

The dress code at Tao Nightclub is: Upscale casual to nightclub attire.. Las Vegas nightclubs enforce dress codes strictly, and door staff have full discretion to deny entry to anyone who does not meet the standard. Getting turned away after waiting in line is frustrating, so plan your outfit carefully before heading out.

Men's Dress Code

For men visiting Tao Nightclub in July, a fitted button-down shirt or a clean polo paired with dark jeans or chinos and dress shoes or clean sneakers is the standard. Avoid shorts, tank tops, athletic shoes, sandals, and any sportswear regardless of how hot it is outside. The venue is fully air-conditioned, so you will be comfortable in long pants and a collared shirt once inside. If you are coming from a pool party earlier in the day, make sure to change into proper nightclub attire before heading to the door.

Women's Dress Code

For women visiting Tao Nightclub in July, cocktail dresses, stylish jumpsuits, and dressy tops paired with skirts or fitted pants are all excellent choices. Heels are common but not required, as strappy sandals and fashionable flats are also accepted. The walk from rideshare drop-off to the venue entrance involves some distance, so comfortable yet stylish footwear is important. Avoid overly casual items like flip-flops, athletic wear, or beachwear. Many women bring a small clutch or crossbody bag for essentials.

Getting to Tao Nightclub

Transportation, parking, and arrival tips

Tao Nightclub is located at 3377 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89109, inside The Venetian. Getting to the venue efficiently is important because Las Vegas traffic and rideshare surge pricing can add unexpected time and cost to your night. Here are the best ways to reach Tao Nightclub and what to expect when you arrive.

Rideshare via Uber or Lyft is the most popular transportation option for visitors heading to Tao Nightclub. Rideshare dropoff at The Venetian main entrance on Las Vegas Blvd. Tao entrance is on the second floor of the Grand Canal Shoppes. During peak hours between 11:00 PM and 2:00 AM on Friday and Saturday nights, expect surge pricing that can double or triple the normal fare. To save money, consider leaving your hotel between 10:00 PM and 10:30 PM before surge kicks in. The NoCoverVegas guest list includes a free entry service from your hotel, which eliminates rideshare costs entirely and gives your group a VIP arrival experience.

If you prefer to drive, Self-parking at The Venetian/Palazzo garage ($15). Valet at Venetian main entrance ($30+). Keep in mind that Las Vegas nightclubs serve alcohol and the responsible choice is always to use a designated driver, rideshare service, or the free entry offered through the NoCoverVegas guest list. If you do park, give yourself an extra 10 to 15 minutes to walk from the garage through the casino to the venue entrance.

Taxis are available at every major hotel on the Strip but tend to be more expensive than rideshare for equivalent distances. The Las Vegas Monorail runs along the east side of the Strip and can be useful depending on your hotel location, though it stops running at 2:00 AM on weekends. Walking is feasible if your hotel is within one or two properties of The Venetian, but keep in mind that distances on the Strip are deceptive and what looks close on a map can be a 15 to 20 minute walk in dress shoes or heels.

Tao Nightclub July 2026— FAQ

What DJs are at Tao Nightclub in July 2026?

Tao Nightclub hosts resident DJs including Nora En Pure, Chase B, blackbear, DJ Vice, Brody Jenner, Eric Dlux, and more. Specific dates for each artist are announced closer to the event. Sign up for the guest list to get notified of lineups.

How do I get on the guest list for Tao Nightclub in July 2026?

Sign up through NoCoverVegas using the form on this page. Enter your name, phone number, date, and group size. You'll receive a text confirmation within minutes. Guest list entry is 100% free.

How much is cover at Tao Nightclub in July 2026?

Normally $30-50 cover — FREE with NoCoverVegas guest list. With NoCoverVegas, you skip the cover charge entirely. Sign up for the free guest list to save $40-75 per person.

What nights is Tao Nightclub open in July 2026?

Tao Nightclub is open Thu–Sat, 10:30 PM – 4 AM. Friday and Saturday for EDM headliners (Alesso, Zedd, Above & Beyond, Acraze). Thursday is Hip Hop night with Murda Beatz, NGHTMRE — lower cover, more relaxed ratio enforcement.

What are the best nights to go to Tao Nightclub in July 2026?

Friday and Saturday for EDM headliners (Alesso, Zedd, Above & Beyond, Acraze). Thursday is Hip Hop night with Murda Beatz, NGHTMRE — lower cover, more relaxed ratio enforcement. Industry night: Thursday is hip-hop heavy and draws a strong local crowd. If you prefer a slightly less packed experience, Thursday and Sunday nights still feature quality entertainment with shorter wait times and more guest list availability.

How much is bottle service at Tao Nightclub in July 2026?

Bottle service minimums at Tao Nightclub start at Starting at $500. Table pricing varies based on location within the venue, the performing DJ, and the night of the week. Bottle service includes a dedicated table, mixers, ice, a VIP host, and expedited entry that bypasses all lines. Contact NoCoverVegas for current July 2026 availability and pricing.

What is the dress code at Tao Nightclub?

Upscale casual to nightclub attire. Men should wear a collared shirt, dark jeans or dress pants, and dress shoes. Women typically wear cocktail dresses, stylish jumpsuits, or dressy separates. Athletic wear, shorts, sandals, and hats are not permitted. Door staff enforce the dress code strictly and have full discretion to deny entry.

How early should I arrive at Tao Nightclub in July 2026?

For guest list entry, arrive at Tao Nightclub between 10:30 PM and 12:00 AM for the best experience. Peak hours are 12:00 AM – 2:30 AM, and the guest list line grows significantly after midnight. Expected wait times: 10–20 min on guest list, 30 min GA on weekends. Arriving early ensures you skip the longest lines and gives you time to explore the venue before it reaches full capacity.

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