MGM Grand Garden Arena

FOX Sports & AEG Launch the College Basketball Crown: A Reimagined Postseason College Hoops Tournament

Retrieved on:

Wednesday, April 3, 2024

Today, FOX Sports and AEG launch the College Basketball Crown, a new addition to the college hoops postseason landscape beginning in 2025.

Key Points:

Today, FOX Sports and AEG launch the College Basketball Crown, a new addition to the college hoops postseason landscape beginning in 2025.
View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240403578744/en/
The inaugural College Basketball Crown is set to feature schools from the Big Ten, Big 12 and BIG EAST, with additional at-large participants.
"We are honored to participate in the inaugural College Basketball Crown, which will be an exciting and innovative addition to the college basketball calendar," said BIG EAST Commissioner Val Ackerman.
Click HERE for the College Basketball Crown assets, including tournament and conference logos, and imagery of the arenas.

Megan Thee Stallion Adds New Dates To "Hot Girl Summer" Tour Due To Multiple Sell Outs & Overwhelming Demand

Retrieved on:

Friday, March 22, 2024

Crypto.com, GloRilla, FNF, Grammy Awards, WAP, History, Female, Live Nation Entertainment, Planned Parenthood, Cardi B, Leg, Music, Catalysis, Tomorrow (GloRilla song), Billboard, MGM Grand Garden Arena

NEW YORK, March 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, three-time, Grammy award-winning superstar Megan Thee Stallion announced the addition of new dates to her highly-anticipated "Hot Girl Summer Tour" with Grammy-nominated artist GloRilla due to multiple sell outs and overwhelming demand.

Key Points:

NEW YORK, March 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, three-time, Grammy award-winning superstar Megan Thee Stallion announced the addition of new dates to her highly-anticipated "Hot Girl Summer Tour" with Grammy-nominated artist GloRilla due to multiple sell outs and overwhelming demand.
The "Hot Girl Summer Tour," which is produced by Live Nation, will include second shows in Chicago and Atlanta, bringing the run of shows to 33 dates across North America and Europe.
Tickets for the additional tour stops will be available for purchase at 2 pm ET on store.megantheestallion.com .
Megan formally announced the tour on March 20, which marked her first-ever, headlining tour in arenas across the globe and will feature a special Chicas Divertidas VIP section.

Apple Hospitality REIT Acquires the SpringHill Suites by Marriott Las Vegas Convention Center

Retrieved on:

Thursday, December 28, 2023

Apple Hospitality REIT, Inc. (NYSE: APLE) (the “Company” or “Apple Hospitality”) today announced the acquisition of the 299-room SpringHill Suites by Marriott Las Vegas Convention Center (the “Hotel”) for approximately $75 million, or $251,000 per key.

Key Points:

Apple Hospitality REIT, Inc. (NYSE: APLE) (the “Company” or “Apple Hospitality”) today announced the acquisition of the 299-room SpringHill Suites by Marriott Las Vegas Convention Center (the “Hotel”) for approximately $75 million, or $251,000 per key.
“In addition to robust leisure demand, the Hotel benefits from its proximity to the newly expanded Las Vegas Convention Center, one of the largest and busiest convention centers in the world, and its own indoor/outdoor function space.
With a strong recovery in overall demand, positive supply dynamics, the recent development and expansion of large-scale entertainment and convention venues, and the upcoming Super Bowl LVIII, we expect performance for Las Vegas and for this Hotel to continue to strengthen.”
The SpringHill Suites Las Vegas Convention center opened in October 2009 and is located at 2989 Paradise Road, Las Vegas, Nevada.
Following the acquisition of the SpringHill Suites Las Vegas Convention Center, the Apple Hospitality hotel portfolio includes 225 hotels with 29,900 guest rooms geographically diversified throughout 38 states.

10TX and UFC Evolve Live Event Signal Delivery in Las Vegas

Retrieved on:

Wednesday, December 20, 2023

UFC APEX, Partnership, MGM Grand Garden Arena, Las Vegas Strip, Workflow, REMI, BOC, Network operations center, Radius, UFC, NOC, Senior

TORONTO, Dec. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- 10TX by Nextologies assisted UFC in a 12-path REMI, live from the MGM Grand Garden Arena back to UFC APEX's Broadcast Operations Center (BOC) and out to the world. 10TX used their Las Vegas-based AirXFiber system, along with Nextologies' ultra-low latency edge appliances, to provide audio, video, and data to and from UFC APEX/MGM Grand Garden Arena over the wireless fiber connectivity.

Key Points:

TORONTO, Dec. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- 10TX by Nextologies assisted UFC in a 12-path REMI, live from the MGM Grand Garden Arena back to UFC APEX's Broadcast Operations Center (BOC) and out to the world.
UFC APEX partners with 10TX to maximize the usage of the BOC while the event space can be located at top tier venues on and off the Las Vegas Strip.
"Our AirXFiber network can cover upwards of 50 miles + radius from the Las Vegas strip, which opens up a wide range of possibilities for events that want to evolve and expand their signal delivery," says Sasha Zivanovic, CEO Nextologies.
"10TX can now enable tier one quality for any event, as well as virtually limitless production and remote options."

MGM Resorts Expands Partnership with KultureCity to Provide Sensory Pods at T-Mobile Arena

Retrieved on:

Wednesday, December 13, 2023

MGM Resorts International, NYSE, Mandalay Bay, MGM, Culture, Equity, Park MGM, Health, KultureCity, Partnership, Nanoleaf, MGM Grand Garden Arena, Michelob Ultra Arena, T-Mobile Arena, Dolby Live, Education, Sport

LAS VEGAS, Dec. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- MGM Resorts International (NYSE: MGM) ("MGM Resorts" or the "Company") has partnered with nonprofit organization KultureCity to introduce two sensory pods at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. Designed by medical professionals, the rooms provide a dedicated space for those who may need a quieter and more secure environment. The sensory pods are outfitted with Yogibo bean bags, visual light panels by Nanoleaf, activity panels and bubble walls. The pods were donated by the Las Vegas-based John C. Kish Foundation, dedicated to supporting health, education, performing arts and animal welfare in Southern Nevada.

Key Points:

LAS VEGAS, Dec. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- MGM Resorts International (NYSE: MGM) ("MGM Resorts" or the "Company") has partnered with nonprofit organization KultureCity to introduce two sensory pods at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas.
The sensory pods are outfitted with Yogibo bean bags, visual light panels by Nanoleaf, activity panels and bubble walls.
MGM Resorts' partnership with KultureCity began in 2019 with the introduction of sensory bags at several of its entertainment venues, including T-Mobile Arena, MGM Grand Garden Arena, Michelob Ultra Arena at Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino, and Dolby Live at Park MGM.
The sensory pods are located on the main and upper level concourses and will be open for all events taking place at T-Mobile Arena.

VICI Properties Inc. to Acquire Remaining 49.9% Interest in MGM Grand Las Vegas and Mandalay Bay Joint Venture From Blackstone Real Estate Income Trust, Inc.

Retrieved on:

Thursday, December 1, 2022

The properties, situated at the south end of the Las Vegas Strip in Las Vegas, Nevada, are subject to an existing triple-net lease agreement between the joint venture and MGM Resorts International (NYSE: MGM).

Key Points:

The properties, situated at the south end of the Las Vegas Strip in Las Vegas, Nevada, are subject to an existing triple-net lease agreement between the joint venture and MGM Resorts International (NYSE: MGM).
Edward Pitoniak, Chief Executive Officer of VICI Properties, said, We have been honored to be BREITs partner in the MGM Grand Las Vegas / Mandalay Bay joint venture and this transaction further demonstrates the ability of Blackstone and VICI to work together productively, now and in the future.
The MGM Grand Las Vegas / Mandalay Bay triple-net lease has a remaining initial lease term of approximately 27 years (expiring in 2050) with two ten-year tenant renewal options.
Blackstone Real Estate Income Trust, Inc. (BREIT) is a perpetual-life, institutional quality real estate investment platform that brings private real estate to income focused investors.

Maroon 5, Maren Morris, John Mulaney to Headline 2022 Shaquille O'Neal Foundation's 'The Event' Presented by Pepsi Stronger Together

Retrieved on:

Friday, August 19, 2022

Established by four-time NBA champion Shaquille O'Neal, The Shaquille O'Neal Foundation's mission is to create pathways for underserved youth to help them achieve their full potential.

Key Points:

Established by four-time NBA champion Shaquille O'Neal, The Shaquille O'Neal Foundation's mission is to create pathways for underserved youth to help them achieve their full potential.
Table sponsorships for the private event range from $10,000 to $75,000.Additional details about The Event and ticket/table options can be found at shaqfoundation.org .
Last year, it announced the opening of the Shaquille O'Neal Boys & Girls Club of Henry County, located just outside of Atlanta.
Under this vision, Pepsi Stronger Together is continually evolving the program to respond to the cultural moment and meet the needs of communities across the United States.

NOW OPEN: NELLIE'S SOUTHERN KITCHEN DEBUTS AT MGM GRAND IN LAS VEGAS

Retrieved on:

Monday, June 6, 2022

LAS VEGAS, June 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Nellie's Southern Kitchen, a Jonas family experience honoring their matriarch's timeless recipes, has officially opened the doors to its first West Coast location at MGM Grand in Las Vegas.

Key Points:

LAS VEGAS, June 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Nellie's Southern Kitchen , a Jonas family experience honoring their matriarch's timeless recipes, has officially opened the doors to its first West Coast location at MGM Grand in Las Vegas.
MGM Grand is the second restaurant location for Nellie's Southern Kitchen, which began in Belmont, North Carolina.
Nellie's Southern Kitchen Partners Share Their Excitement:
TLI Bedrock LLC Principal Andrew Siegel: "It's an incredible moment to finally introduce Nellie's Southern Kitchen to the Las Vegas Strip.
Nellie's Southern Kitchen is located in The District opposite the MGM Grand Garden Arena.

SplitMetrics Is Sponsoring MAU Vegas -- Leading Mobile Industry Summit

Retrieved on:

Thursday, June 2, 2022

Company, CMO, AppleSearch, Mark (given name), MGM Grand Garden Arena, Ecosystem, Solution, Acquisition, MGM Grand, PR, MAU, ASO, Mobile phone

MAU Vegas is one of the leading annual summits for mobile developers and marketers, featuring thousands of leaders from the world's top companies in the mobile industry.

Key Points:

MAU Vegas is one of the leading annual summits for mobile developers and marketers, featuring thousands of leaders from the world's top companies in the mobile industry.
SplitMetrics invites everyone interested in effective solutions for mobile marketing, user acquisition, ASO, A/B testing and scaling Apple Search Ads to come by booth #334 at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas.
SplitMetrics' CEO Max Kamenkov will be present at MAU Vegas and available for meetings.
To enable everyone to connect with SplitMetrics' team at MAU Vegas, the company prepared a specific form designed to pre-schedule time for a chat at the event.

MJ Unpacked Announces Las Vegas Show This Fall and Partnership with Clio Cannabis Awards

Retrieved on:

Wednesday, May 25, 2022

NEW YORK, May 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- MJ Unpacked, the first cannabis CPG trade event designed to both drive commerce and integrate access to capital, has announced its return to Las Vegas on September 28-30, 2022 at the MGM Grand. Additionally, MJ Unpacked Las Vegas is partnering with Clio to host the Clio Cannabis Awards show on September 29.

Key Points:

Additionally, MJ Unpacked Las Vegas is partnering with Clio to host the Clio Cannabis Awards show on September 29.
Like the New York City event, MJ Unpacked Las Vegas will offer exclusive networking and investment opportunities as well as hundreds of THC CPG brand displays.
In partnership with Clio, the premier international awards competition for creative business, MJ Unpacked Las Vegas will host the Clio Cannabis Awards at the MGM Grand on September 29.
"The Clio Cannabis Awards celebrate the boundary-pushing creators at the forefront of the ever-evolving cannabis industry," said Michael Kauffman, executive director of Clio Cannabis.