Las Vegas Aces
3950 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89119
The Las Vegas Aces are the back-to-back WNBA champions and the centerpiece of Las Vegas's transformation into a major professional sports city. Led by A'ja Wilson — the three-time WNBA MVP and the league's most dominant player — the Aces draw celebrity crowds to Michelob Ultra Arena inside Mandalay Bay. Game nights are unlike anything else in women's basketball: courtside seating includes A-list celebrities, visiting fans travel from across the country for marquee matchups, and the Strip's nightlife ecosystem kicks into full gear within minutes of the final buzzer. The arena sits at the south end of the Strip inside Mandalay Bay — Foundation Room is directly above the arena, and Hakkasan at MGM Grand is a 10-minute walk north. The Aces sell out regularly for high-profile games; sign up for the free NoCoverVegas guest list before tip-off to guarantee free entry at Foundation Room, Hakkasan, OMNIA, or any Strip nightclub after the game.
Home Games
Las Vegas Aces 2025–26 Home Schedule
13 upcoming home games at Michelob Ultra Arena · 9 games played
July 2026
August 2026
September 2026
Completed Games (9)
Getting There
Michelob Ultra Arena— Parking & Transportation
Parking
Self-parking at Mandalay Bay garage ($15-20, event nights may be higher). The garage connects directly to Mandalay Bay via enclosed skybridge. Valet at the Mandalay Bay main entrance runs $30+ on game nights. Alternative: park at Luxor or Excalibur and use the free tram to Mandalay Bay.
Rideshare (Uber / Lyft)
Rideshare pickup/dropoff at the Mandalay Bay rideshare zone on the south side of the property. Post-game wait times are typically 10-20 minutes. Walking to a nearby hotel (Luxor, Excalibur) for rideshare pickup can reduce wait times.
Tips
Michelob Ultra Arena is inside Mandalay Bay at the south end of the Strip. Walk from Luxor or Excalibur in 5-10 minutes via the casino floor or the Shoppes at Mandalay Place sky bridge. The free Mandalay Bay tram runs between Mandalay Bay, Luxor, and Excalibur. Las Vegas Monorail's closest stop is MGM Grand (10-min walk south to the arena). From mid-Strip hotels, rideshare is the most efficient option ($8-15 fare).
Pre-Game
Best Bars & Pre-Game Spots Near Michelob Ultra Arena
The best places to eat, drink, and tailgate before a Las Vegas Aces game.
House of Blues Restaurant & Bar
Inside Mandalay Bay's dining complex, directly on the casino floor en route to the arena. The full restaurant serves until late and the bar area builds energy quickly on game nights. Live music on select evenings adds to the pre-game atmosphere. Reliably the first stop for visiting fans arriving at Mandalay Bay before Aces games — grab dinner early, as the bar fills fast near tip-off.
Fleur by Hubert Keller
An upscale restaurant inside Mandalay Bay known for thoughtful small-plate dining and a refined cocktail program. Quieter than the casino bars, making it the right choice for groups who want a proper pre-game dinner rather than a crowded sports bar environment. Chef Keller's menu holds up against the best pre-game dining options on the Strip. Reservation recommended on Aces game days as tables fill early.
Eyecandy Sound Lounge
Located on the Mandalay Bay casino floor near the main entrance, Eyecandy is a music-forward lounge with resident DJs, craft cocktails, and a bar scene that builds through the evening. On Aces game nights, the crowd starts here before tip-off and reconvenes after the final buzzer — one of the few on-property venues where the pre-game and post-game energy naturally overlap.
Hussong's Cantina
A lively Mexican bar and restaurant on the Shoppes at Mandalay Place level, accessible via the sky bridge connecting Mandalay Bay to Luxor. Margaritas, casual Mexican food, and a crowd that stays energetic before and after games. A solid pre-game option for groups who want a relaxed, full-service atmosphere before heading in for tip-off.
Post-Game
Best Nightlife Near Michelob Ultra Arena
Hit the clubs after a Las Vegas Aces game — free guest list entry to all of these.
Foundation Room
Same buildingFoundation Room sits on the 63rd floor of Mandalay Bay — directly above Michelob Ultra Arena. After an Aces game, take the elevator from the casino floor to one of the Strip's most spectacular rooftop nightclub experiences without stepping outside. The panoramic terrace delivers unobstructed views from the south Strip across the valley. Foundation Room transitions from a dinner venue through the evening into a full nightclub late-night, with music running toward R&B, hip-hop, and top-40 — a natural fit for the post-Aces crowd. The venue is consistently the top Aces post-game destination because of its proximity and its perfectly calibrated crowd energy.
Hakkasan
10-min walkHakkasan at MGM Grand is the closest major Strip mega-club to Michelob Ultra Arena and the top-tier post-game destination for fans who want a full-scale club experience. The walk north on Las Vegas Boulevard from Mandalay Bay to MGM Grand passes Luxor, Excalibur, and Tropicana in about 10 minutes. Hakkasan spans five floors, 80,000 square feet, and an L-Acoustics sound system that sets the production standard for Las Vegas clubs. The WNBA season coincides with Hakkasan's peak summer DJ schedule — Tiësto, Marshmello, and similar headliners run through the summer. Sign up for the free NoCoverVegas guest list before tip-off to skip the walk-up line after the game.
OMNIA
15-min walkOMNIA at Caesars Palace is 15 minutes north of Michelob Ultra Arena — a quick rideshare or a walkable distance for groups that enjoy the Strip stroll. The kinetic chandelier main room, Strip-view terrace, and Heart nightclub basement level give OMNIA the most architecturally varied layout on the Strip. The Steve Aoki summer residency at OMNIA runs concurrent with the WNBA season, making it the top EDM option on post-Aces nights. IC26 After Dark officially designates OMNIA as the Friday June 19 (Juneteenth) venue, which is one of the biggest party nights of summer 2026.
Drai's Nightclub
15-min walkDrai's at The Vanderpump Hotel (formerly The Cromwell) is a mid-Strip hip-hop and R&B rooftop nightclub with a celebrity-adjacent crowd that matches the Aces' game-night demographics. The venue books live hip-hop and R&B performers year-round — Fivio Foreign, Lil Baby, and similar artists appear at Drai's regularly. The open-air rooftop format on summer evenings matches the outdoor energy that carries over from the arena floor.
Marquee Nightclub
20-min walkMarquee at The Cosmopolitan is a multi-room electronic music venue with a rooftop bungalow section for private groups and an indoor main room hosting major EDM residencies through the summer. The 20-minute walk from Mandalay Bay cuts through the middle of the Strip, passing MGM Grand, New York-New York, Park MGM, and Bellagio — a natural decompression route before stepping into the club. Marquee's rooftop bungalow section is a premium summer destination: open-air, Strip views, private table service.
Sapphire Las Vegas
15-min driveSapphire is the world's largest gentlemen's club and offers free limo pickup from Mandalay Bay and Michelob Ultra Arena — no cover, no drink minimum on the NoCoverVegas guest list. For groups transitioning from an Aces game into a full strip club experience, free transportation makes this the zero-friction choice. Sapphire's 71,000-square-foot main floor, VIP Skybox suites, and DJ-driven format make it a complete nightlife destination. Sign up through NoCoverVegas for complimentary transportation and free entry.
FAQ
Las Vegas Aces Game Night — Nightlife Questions Answered
When do the Las Vegas Aces play home games?
The Las Vegas Aces' WNBA season runs from May through October with 20 home games at Michelob Ultra Arena. Most games tip off at 3:00 PM or 7:00 PM PT, typically on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays with some weekday games. High-profile matchups — Indiana Fever (Caitlin Clark), New York Liberty (Breanna Stewart), and the Seattle Storm rivalry — sell out fastest and drive the biggest post-game nightlife traffic. The complete schedule is on the WNBA website and updated annually.
Where is Michelob Ultra Arena located?
Michelob Ultra Arena is inside Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino at 3950 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89119 — at the south end of the Las Vegas Strip. The 12,000-seat arena is accessible from the Mandalay Bay main entrance on Las Vegas Boulevard, via the Shoppes at Mandalay Place sky bridge from Luxor, or through the free Mandalay Bay/Luxor/Excalibur tram system. The casino floor connects directly to the arena entrance.
What are the best nightclubs near Michelob Ultra Arena?
The best nightclubs near Michelob Ultra Arena are Foundation Room (same building, 63rd floor of Mandalay Bay), Hakkasan at MGM Grand (10-min walk), OMNIA at Caesars Palace (15-min walk), and Drai's at The Vanderpump Hotel (15-min walk). Foundation Room is the easiest post-game transition — elevator access from the Mandalay Bay casino floor with no cover on the NoCoverVegas guest list. Hakkasan offers the largest-scale production experience. OMNIA has the most architecturally impressive main room. Drai's suits hip-hop and R&B fans. All are accessible for free through the NoCoverVegas guest list.
Can I get free nightclub entry after a Las Vegas Aces game?
Yes. Sign up for the free NoCoverVegas guest list before the game — from your phone in the arena or before you leave home. The guest list covers Foundation Room, Hakkasan, OMNIA, Drai's, Marquee, and other participating venues with no cover charge. Arrive at your chosen club within the guest list window (typically before midnight on most nights) and give your name at the guest list entrance. No fees, no drink minimums — you pay only for what you order inside the club.
Are there strip clubs near Mandalay Bay?
Yes. Sapphire Las Vegas offers free limo pickup from Mandalay Bay directly to their venue with no cover and no drink minimum on the NoCoverVegas guest list. Sapphire is the world's largest gentlemen's club at 71,000 square feet, about 15 minutes by car. Spearmint Rhino and Crazy Horse 3 also offer complimentary transportation from Strip properties and are accessible on the NoCoverVegas guest list. All three are popular post-Aces game destinations for groups extending their night.
What is the best way to get to Michelob Ultra Arena from mid-Strip hotels?
From mid-Strip hotels (Bellagio, Cosmopolitan, MGM Grand), rideshare is the most efficient option — typically $8-15 to Mandalay Bay and 5-10 minutes door-to-door. The Las Vegas Monorail stops at MGM Grand, which is a 10-minute walk south along the Strip to Mandalay Bay. Walking from the Cosmopolitan or Bellagio takes about 20-25 minutes on the Strip. From Luxor or Excalibur, the free tram to Mandalay Bay takes about 5 minutes and drops you inside the property near the arena entrance.
What pre-game dining and bars are near the arena?
The best pre-game options are on the Mandalay Bay casino floor and in the Shoppes at Mandalay Place sky bridge connecting Mandalay Bay to Luxor. House of Blues Restaurant & Bar is 3 minutes from the arena entrance and combines casual dining with a bar scene that fills fast on game days. Eyecandy Sound Lounge is 2 minutes away on the casino floor with DJs and cocktails. Fleur by Hubert Keller is the upscale option for a sit-down pre-game dinner. Hussong's Cantina on the Mandalay Place level has margaritas and casual food. Arrive at least 90 minutes before tip-off to get a table — game night demand is high at all of these.
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