FREE Bus Rides Las Vegas Offered Up By RTC On New Year’s Eve

This holiday season, take advantage as the Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada will offer FREE bus rides on New Year's Eve! The RTC will offer FREE rides on all 39 routes from 6pm on New Year's Eve to 9am New Year's Day and several additional routes will run on a 24-hour schedule or with extended hours.

The Mike & Carla Morning Show letting you know that in addition to the FREE bus rides, the RTC is making transit even more accessible by running additional extended service hours on nine routes and complete 24-hour service on 14 routes.

"This is one of the busiest times of the year for travel, and we urge anyone heading in or out of Las Vegas to plan ahead for heavy traffic and pack your patience," according to David Swallow, RTC deputy chief executive officer, who went on to say, "We know travelers are eager to get to their destination with their family and friends this holiday season. "

The Las Vegas area is expected to see heavier than usual traffic this holiday weekend as well as during the New Year's weekend, with that in mind the RTC will be operating on both Christmas Day and New Year's Day! Be aware that the RTC is warning residents as well as tourists headed to Las Vegas over the next couple of weekends should prepare for longer travel time and delays.

For those flying over the next couple of holiday weekends, FREE parking is available at the Centennial Hills Transit Center or the South Strip Transit Terminal where you have direct access to Harry Reid International Airport's Ground Level Zero at Terminal 1 via the Centennial Express or Route 109 (Maryland Parkway).

Listen, we all know it's going to be hectic the next couple of weekends here in Las Vegas, so take advantage of the FREE bus rides over the NYE weekend and if you need to know more on how to get around town and tips on traveling, just visit rtcsnv.com/ways-to-travel.

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New Year's Eve Las Vegas style is the epitome of glitz, glamour and glorious extravagance.

Like the East Coast's legendary "Ball Drop" in New York City's Time Square, Las Vegas has its own iconic NYE celebrations that attract people from across the globe.

From the plethora of special shows, concerts and performances happening throughout New Years Eve and the days leading up to it, it's a complete party in Las Vegas when it comes to celebrating the start of a new life chapter.

The Strip hosts an iconic fireworks show, and the main theme for this year's celebration seems to be "Let's Go Big," according KTLA.

People who are visiting The Strip for this show should expect a beautiful explosion of dazzling fireworks when the clock strikes midnight.

The fireworks will be launched from multiple famous Strip properties. According to KTLA, officials will launch fireworks from eight major casinos along Las Vegas Boulevard. The properties include MGM Grand, Aria Resort and Casino, Planet Hollywood Las Vegas Casino and Resort, Caesars Palace Las Vegas, Treasure Island Hotel and Casino, The Venetian Resort Las Vegas, Resorts World Las Vegas and The STRAT!

Downtown Las Vegas will also have a great night of festivities and great performances from bands like Sugar Ray, All-4-One, The Wailers, DJ Skribble, and more. Tickets for this even cost $50.

If you're not a Vegas local or you've never been to The Strip during major events then here are some tips to help you navigate NYE in Vegas correctly. If you haven't booked your hotel yet then you need to do that as soon as possible. Rooms are filled quick, especially budget-friendly rooms that aren't horrendous. Click here for some tips to score a last-minute hotel room in Las Vegas.

Plan ahead because traffic on The Strip will be congested. Las Vegas Boulevard will most likely be packed with cars and pedestrians.

Whether you're a local or tourist, we hope that your New Years Eve is safe, filled with great memories and perfectly Las Vegas. Scroll down below for some New Year's Eve Las Vegas events.

This fireworks display is one of the most well-known when it comes to NYE celebrations on The Strip. Enjoy this dazzling fireworks show that will have eight different major casinos participating with the launching of fireworks. America's Party 2023's theme is "Let's Go Big," which speaks for itself in terms of what's in store of attendees. According to the event's website, the show will be viewable pretty much anywhere along The Strip's Las Vegas Boulevard, and it's free!

https://www.visitlasvegas.com/event/americas-party%3A-las-vegas-new-year-2023/43316/

The Fabulous Street Experience will be hosting a New Years Eve celebration with its Time of Your Life Festival! Tickets are $50, and the lineup is filled with fun bands that we know and love. Bush, The STRUTS, Sugar Ray, The Wailers ft. Julian Marley, Sugarhill Gang, All-4-One, Tag Team and DJ Skribble will be performing. Click here for tickets.

During New Year's Eve Weekend, XS Las Vegas will have a lineup of great DJs to make your NYE into a dance party. Marshmello, The Chainsmokers and DJ Ruckus will be performing throughout NYE weekend. Get more information and tickets here. 

Tiësto will be performing at Zouk Nightclub during New Year's Eve for a fun countdown. There will also be other great DJs that will perform throughout the weekend as well such as Zedd and Duke Dumont.

Ring in the New Year with this great DJ set from no other than DJ Paul D! He'll be performing at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas' Marquee Nightclub. Fist bump all night while counting down to midnight. Get your tickets here.

This will be a electronic-dance music festival that will happen during NYE in Downtown Las Vegas' Events Center. Enjoy this star-studded lineup that will have you dancing right into 2023! Get your tickets here.

Celebrate New Year's Eve in style at Chateau Rooftop located in the Paris Las Vegas! Keep your eyes peeled for available reservations because the demand is hot. Enjoy a panoramic view of the Las Vegas Strip, famous Bellagio Fountains and spectacular fireworks show.

Adam Ferrara is headlining Bonkerz Comedy Clubs' New Year's Eve Show at Suncoast Casino! Enjoy this celebration of comedy and 2023 with the talented Ferrara! His resume of shows is simply impressive. You may have seen Ferrara on “Why Woman Kill,” on CBS All Access, FX’s “Rescue Me,” “Nurse Jackie,” Comedy Central, “The Late Late Show with James Corden,” and much more. 

This will be a show that will ensure your 2023 starts off *just* right! Shows at 7 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. Get your tickets by clicking here. 

According to Vegas4Locals, Minus 5 Ice Bar will be having complimentary Champagne Toasts for attendees to honor the ringing in of the New Year across the globe. This isn't a "party" per se, but it's a great way to relax amid the craziness of NYE in Las Vegas. You can't just get free champagne at the ice bar, however. You will still need to purchase the actual drink and photo package initially.

This is the ultimate stop for your Latin party wishes. From DJ sets that play reggaetón and Latin Trap to LIVE banda music, Señor Frogs is definitely an action-packed dance party. We recommend getting tickets early (and this goes for the rest of the events on the list).

Calling all dance-music lovers! Anthony Attalla will be at Club Ego on New Year's Eve for all people who love EDM and feeling the beat. Pre-sale tickets are $50 and $70 at the door.

Enjoy dinner and a show at The Bellagio's Mayfair Supper Club! Bruno Mars and Anderson Paak will be hosting an exclusive event at The Mayfair Supper Club. However, this isn't a "cheap" party by any means. The "cheapest" seats available for this event is close to $7,000 with closer sets to the stage costing you close to $10,000. Well, it will most likely be an experience you and your wallet never forget.

Tenacious D will be performing on New Year's Eve at The Theater at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas. Get your tickets here. Showtime is 9:30 p.m.

If there's anyone who knows how to party, its' Lil Jon. Enjoy the King of "Crunk" spin a few tracks at Jewel Nightclub located in The Aria! Get your tickets and reservations here.

The iconic '90s superstar Gwen Stefani will be performing live during New Year's Eve weekend at The Venetian Resort Las Vegas! This is a must-see show that will "No Doubt" be filled with our favorite hits.