LAS VEGAS – As the Sports and Entertainment Capital of the World, Las Vegas is the ultimate destination to experience all the hoops action this March. Complete with lively watch parties, star-studded performances and exceptional food and drink options, the offerings throughout Las Vegas provide a watching experience fans won’t find anywhere else. Here’s what’s in store for basketball fans:
Exhilarating Entertainment
Bert Kreischer brings his all-new show, Bert Kreischer: Double Down on Friday, March 21 and Saturday, March 22 at Resorts World Theatre. Following fan acclaim for his venue debut at Resorts World Theatre in September 2024, Kreischer shows no signs of slowing down – promising two more unforgettable performances of Bert Kreischer: Double Down over one of the most high-energy weeks in Las Vegas.
Carrie Underwood will wrap up her REFLECTION: The Las Vegas Residency at Resorts World Theatre with six shows throughout the three weeks of hardwood action, starting on Wednesday, March 26.
Four-time Grammy-award-winning and multiple Country Music Association Award winner Kelsea Ballerini will bring her signature sound to T-Mobile Arena on Friday, March 28.
The All-American Rejects will perform during the heart of the hardwood action on Saturday, March 22 at The Theatre at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas.
Nate Bargatze will round out his run of shows as part of his BIG DUMB EYES WORLD TOUR at the Encore Theater inside Wynn Las Vegas with shows on Wednesday, March 19; Friday, March 21; and Saturday, March 22.
Winning Watch Parties
For the first weekend of the March Mania tournament, Proper Bar inside Proper Eats Food Hall at ARIA Resort & Casino will offer guests an all-you-can-eat package for $75 per session, available during two daily viewing sessions.
Lean into the madness at Cabo Wabo with an exclusive viewing party inside the cantina. Guests can enjoy the action on multiple big-screen TVs, ensuring every seat is a great spot. A food and beverage minimum is required to book. For a more private experience, The LOFT is available for a personalized party.
Experience the thrill of basketball’s biggest tournament at Caesars Palace from Tuesday, March 18 through Monday, April 7. Catch every game at upscale venues, including Vista Lounge, Stadia Bar and Montecristo Cigar Bar, where guests can enjoy craft cocktails, premium cigars and an electrifying atmosphere. Fans at the Caesars Sportsbook will be immersed in the action with state-of-the-art screens and unbeatable energy.
Circa Resort & Casino is hosting four opportunities to see the action, including parties in the world’s largest sportsbook; Mania Under the Sun at the resort’s pool amphitheater, Stadium Swim; within the Galaxy Ballroom, which will be transformed for the Galaxy Watch Zone and in Big Bracket private watch zones in Circa’s meeting and convention spaces. Mega March at the Circa Sportsbook will feature every college basketball game from three stories of glory.
The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas will become a hotspot for college basketball’s most passionate fans when the popular Hoops & Hops party returns to the resort from Thursday, March 20 through Saturday, March 22. The Cosmopolitan’s Belmont Ballroom will offer fans more than 40,000 square feet of nonstop college basketball action. Hoops & Hops will feature multiple stadium-style, high-definition projection screens airing the tournaments’ first and second round games. Guests also receive complimentary entry to Marquee Nightclub with a valid Hoops & Hops wristband.
Battle of the Brackets returns to CliQue Bar & Lounge, the chic cocktail lounge located at the heart of The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas. From the start of the tournament on Tuesday, March 18 through the championship game on Monday, April 7, the venue will showcase all the college basketball games across its six HD plasma-screen TVs. CliQue will open at 9 a.m. Thursday, March 20 through Sunday, March 23 with additional screens for viewing so fans don’t miss a moment of the action. Available for morning or afternoon tournament sessions during the first two rounds, table minimums start at $500 per viewing session, with bar seating available starting at a $125 minimum per session.
Go courtside for the college basketball tournament viewing experience at The Cromwell. Catch every buzzer-beater and bracket-busting moment at the Caesars Sportsbook, Bound and Interlude, where guests can take advantage of premium seating, unobstructed views, and an electric atmosphere that keeps the excitement going all tournament long.
From Wednesday, March 19 to Sunday, March 23, The D Las Vegas will host their March Hoops Not Your Ordinary Free Watch Party, a free and open to the public college basketball viewing event located on the 12th-floor Detroit ballroom. Fans can immerse themselves in the thrill of the game with multiple high-definition screens, cocktails and concessions.
The Front Yard inside Ellis Island Hotel and Casino will offer March Mania packages available Thursday, March 20 and Friday, March 21. Guests are invited to cheer on their team while enjoying an all-you-can-eat-and-drink menu full of Ellis family-favorite recipes and Ellis Island craft beer for $175 per session. Enjoy every game aired on wall-to-wall TVs in the two-story indoor/outdoor venue featuring an 18-foot big-screen TV and 27 additional screens throughout the space.
Get in on the basketball excitement at Flamingo Las Vegas. Catch every game at the Caesars Sportsbook Fan Zone, featuring prime viewing, thrilling energy and unbeatable drink specials.
College basketball returns to Fontainebleau Las Vegas with March Mania, the resort’s ultimate tournament viewing experience. From Thursday, March 20, through Saturday, March 22, the 90,000-square-foot BleauLive Theater will give fans a homecourt advantage with an 80-foot-wide LED screen, open bar passes, and VIP seating on private lounge sofas, complete with a dedicated server and unlimited buffet access. Admission into BleauLive Theater is complimentary, with single-day open bar passes and reserved VIP seating options available for purchase. Fontainebleau Las Vegas will also offer an exclusive March Mania room package that includes up to 30% off hotel stay and discounted rates for up to two tickets per event day, which includes reserved seating as well as unlimited food and beverage options.
Borracha Mexican Cantina, the Day of the Dead-inspired dining destination at Green Valley Ranch Resort Spa and Casino, will bring a south-of-the-border twist to college basketball tournament viewing. From Thursday, March 20 through Monday, March 24, the cantina will open early at 9 a.m. with its full menu of Mexican-inspired dishes. Brunch, typically only served on Saturday and Sunday, will also be available each day. The bar will also be pouring bottomless micheladas and mimosas, priced at $25 per person, as well as serving an abundance of tequila and cerveza options.
Fans can cheer on their favorite teams and catch every thrilling moment of the tournament at Harrah’s Las Vegas. Watch all the action unfold at the Race & Sportsbook, where guests can enjoy comfortable seating and massive screens. For a more relaxed setting, head to The Lounge, where fans can sip on handcrafted cocktails, enjoy drink specials, and experience the excitement of the basketball championship in a lively social space.
Guy Fieri’s Flavortown Sports Kitchen at Horseshoe Las Vegas will offer game day favorite bites and brews while giving diners the feeling of being courtside with a decorative wall made of reclaimed wood flooring from a basketball court.
Basketball fans can get into a frenzy during HyperX Arena’s March Mayhem watch parties happening on Thursday, March 20 and Friday, March 21 at Luxor Hotel & Casino. Guests can experience a courtside atmosphere within the expansive 30,000-square-foot facility featuring a giant LED video wall and dozens of TVs. Premium seats include five drink tickets for call liquors, beers, and wines, plus a lineup of a la carte game day bites. Doors open at 9 a.m. and the event will conclude following the last game.
Jump into the basketball frenzy at The LINQ Hotel + Experience, home to some of the hottest spots to catch all the action on the Strip. Experience the ultimate game day setting in living room-style fan caves at Caesars Sportsbook, where the whole crew can enjoy private seating, massive HDTVs, and order game day bites and drinks in a high-energy atmosphere.
From Tuesday, March 18 to Monday, April 7, step into the heart of the action at Flanker Kitchen + Sports Bar, located inside of Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino. The venue features wall-to-wall tournament coverage on state-of-the-art screens, ensuring guests never miss a play. Fuel up with award-winning gametime brunch, loaded game day eats, and signature cocktails, or raise a toast with one of our beer buckets and shot specials.
Thursday, March 20 through Sunday, March 23, guests at Ole Red Las Vegas can enjoy an incredible view of the tournament games on the venue’s first, second or third floor via Ole Red’s nearly 40-foot LED screen. Ole Red will offer VIP tables for purchase for fans who want to elevate their madness experience, including a guaranteed prime view of the action, while enjoying scratch made dishes and signature cocktails, plus bottle service.
From Thursday, March 20 to Saturday, March 22, OYO Hotel & Casino will offer a March Mania wristband for $99, granting them four hours of unlimited domestic draft beer, house wine and house liquor at select locations throughout the property.
Tailgate Social Sports Bar & Grill inside Palace Station Hotel and Casino will host Buckets & Brews viewing parties for each weekend of the college basketball playoffs. Beyond the action on the screens, Tailgate Social delivers game day eats that are just as exciting as the matchups. Guests can choose from a lineup of handcrafted sandwiches, freshly made pizzas and more, ensuring there’s something for every fan to enjoy.
Basketball bonanza returns to Palms Casino Resort from Thursday, March 20 through Sunday, March 23 with a slam-dunk poolside viewing experience. Catch every game with free entry, giant LED screens, free parking, VIP cabanas, interactive games, and game day eats and drinks. The event will feature live game sound on Thursday and Friday, followed by a DJ on Saturday and Sunday.
Get ready for an unforgettable basketball tournament at Paris Las Vegas, where the excitement of the game meets world-class luxury. With the all-new Caesars Sportsbook, guests can enjoy premium viewing experiences and an electrifying atmosphere that brings every play to life. For ultimate relaxation and style, the iconic Montecristo Cigar Bar invites guests to unwind with a premium cigar and cocktail while catching every thrilling moment of the action.
Fans can catch the ultimate college hoops showdown at Beer Park inside Paris Las Vegas with the Tournament of Madness from Thursday, March 20 through Monday, April 7. Fans can secure their spot with a reserved table or bar seating, complete with a pre-purchased food and beverage credit.
Catch all the heart-pounding basketball action at Glass Bar and Caesars Sportsbook inside Planet Hollywood Las Vegas Resort & Casino. With wall-to-wall HDTVs, thrilling energy and unbeatable game day bites and drinks, guests won’t miss a single play.
Plaza Hotel & Casino in Downtown Las Vegas will host its annual March Mania viewing parties in its showroom from Thursday, March 20 through Saturday, March 22, where the multi-game action can be viewed on an expansive 24-foot LED video wall. Doors open at 8 a.m. each day. Single-day tickets are $100 per person and include entry to a raffle, unlimited draft beer, two free well drinks and unlimited soft drinks. Guests attending the March Mania parties can also save up to 20% on a two-night hotel stay at the Plaza.
Rouge Room, the modern Parisian cocktail lounge at Red Rock Casino Resort and Spa, will showcase all the college basketball championship action from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. beginning on Thursday, March 20 through Saturday, March 22. Guests can view the games across the lounge’s dropdown 75-inch HDTVs, four additional 80-inch HDTVs, and a 16-foot projector screen on the main stage. Viewing reservations are available in morning time slots running from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and evening time slots running from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m., each with a $75 per person minimum or all-day with a $175 per person minimum.
Eight Lounge, the award-winning cigar and cocktail lounge at Resorts World Las Vegas, known as being “where the pros smoke,” will bring college hoop madness to life. From Thursday, March 20 through Sunday, March 23, the lounge will open early at noon with no minimums for reservations before 7 p.m.
Gatsby’s Cocktail Lounge, located just off the casino floor at Resorts World Las Vegas, will tip off the Battle of the Brackets for the college basketball tournament. Opening early at 10 a.m. from Thursday, March 20 through Sunday, March 23, the roaring twenties-inspired lounge will show the games across eight HDTVs with no minimums for reservations before 7 p.m. Starting at 11 a.m., basketball fans can order game day-inspired bites and masterfully crafted cocktails. After the action ends each night, a DJ will keep the energy up with dance-worthy beats playing late into the night.
To commemorate college basketball’s biggest weekend, South Point Hotel, Casino & Spa will host the ultimate college basketball viewing experience Thursday, March 20 through Saturday, March 22 for the March to the Championship celebration. Doors open at 8 a.m. daily and admission to the viewing parties is free for fans 21 and over.
Get ready to feel the madness at The STRAT, with viewing parties inside The STRAT Theater Thursday, March 20 through Saturday, March 22, and PT’s Stadium & View Lounge on Thursday, March 20 and Friday, March 21, where March hoops action will be displayed on huge screens, giving guests the feeling of being courtside. Doors open at 8 a.m. each day and will remain open until 8 p.m.
Topgolf Las Vegas will host Bracket Madness from Thursday, March 20 through Saturday, March 22. Packages begin at $650 for eight total guests, which includes gameplay and food and beverage credit for four hours. Topgolf Las Vegas boasts over 300 screens, including a massive 48-foot-screen TV on the second floor.
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