Nevada: Where We Rank When It Comes To Fun
This is something that we all should know, when we think Nevada…where do we rank when it comes to fun? The good news is that we have Las Vegas, which…
Two women having fun in Las Vegas…one wearing a hat.
IPGGutenbergUKLtd via Getty ImagesThis is something that we all should know, when we think Nevada...where do we rank when it comes to fun? The good news is that we have Las Vegas, which is total fun. And up north, they have Reno, Lake Tahoe...great places to have fun!
Well, according to WalletHub, they did all the research to let us know, when it comes to fun what states are the most fun! So, think about this, ranking all 50 states using a 26 point checklist!
They looked at everything from the cost of going to a movie to the nightlife. Nevada, check, double check. We have plenty of movie theaters and nightclubs right?
Where Does Your Home State Rank When It Comes To Fun
WalletHub also factored in National Parks and how easy the access is. Again, Nevada...check! Before we get to the Most Fun States, you should know that after all is said and done, the least fun state: West Virginia.
Delaware and Mississippi also rank near the bottom, so you'll want to avoid those states. If you're looking for our neighboring state of Arizona...at least you can have a little fun there. They came in at #11. Utah came in at #27. But if you're needing to blow it out, California might be the state for you...they came in at #2!
But don't fret Nevadans...The Mike & Carla Morning Show call tell you, as you look up and down the list, you will see that the Silver State is #3 for fun in the country! Right behind California...we have it all. Not bad huh?
The overall Top 5 Most Fun States in America...Florida is #1, really? Followed by Cali, Nevada, New York and Colorado.
We're thinking you can find fun no matter where you are, where you live or where you decide to vacation. It's all relative...but it does feel good to know our great state of Nevada ranks right up there for FUN!
5 Great Happy Hours In Las Vegas: Keeping It Simple And Cheap
Where are the best happy hours in Las Vegas?
It's always five o'clock somewhere, right? Especially in Las Vegas. But when it comes to happy hour, let's face - you want a bargain. You want to save a little money on that drink, and those nachos.
Happy Hour Like A Las Vegas Local
The Las Vegas Strip isn’t exactly known for its bargains these days. Gone are the days of cheap drinks, and 99 cent shrimp cocktails. So let's leave the Las Vegas Strip, and be a true local.
There are some great happy hours in Las Vegas, and you don't have to go anywhere near the strip. Some of your favorite restaurants offer a great happy hour, that you may not have even known about.
In Las Vegas, restaurants with some of the best happy hour menus are no where near the Las Vegas Strip. They are in neighborhoods, strip malls, or your favorite brewery. Yes, of course, many resort restaurants have happy hours. But as a local, we're not going to the strip, or even necessarily a casino -unless we have to. Or, those cousins are visiting from Milwaukee, and they have to get a yard of margarita, and see the KISS street performers, in ass-less chaps.
Thank The US Navy For Happy Hour
You can thank the US Navy for Happy Hour. In the 1920s, after World War I, happy hours were periods of time on naval ships where sailors could participate in relaxing activities, so they could remove themselves from the toll of life at sea. Those activities were supposed to be morale boosting - mostly boxing, and other athletics.
Of course the US was in the midst of prohibition. But Americans got around that (shhhhh) by going to speakeasies to get a drink before dinner. Happy hour as we know it today!
Here Are 5 Great Happy Hours In Las Vegas
These are just 5 of the better happy hours in Las Vegas - at least some of my favorites. Remember though, happy hour deals change often, so be sure to check the restaurant’s website or social media for updates before popping in for a drink.
Las Vegas Brewing Company - 3101 North Tenaya Way
Great 'hoppy' hour specials include $5 LVBC drafts, $13 LVBC flights, $5 house wine, $6 well drinks. Sloppy Joe Sliders, fried pickles - that are AWESOME - and a really great "pubcuterie." I'm not the biggest beer drinker, but this place has some of the best beers in Las Vegas. Do a flight, and try a few!
The Spot - 8410 W. Desert Inn
The Spot has some GREAT food! And one of their favorites, and mine, is offered on their happy hour menu - their pork belly burnt ends. YUM!!!! Six chicken wings for $8. Happy hour is in the bar only, of course, and they do it from 3pm-6pm, AND again at 9pm-close.
Cheesecake Factory - 750 S. Rampart (several locations in Las Vegas)
Yes, the Cheesecake Factory. They have always had a great happy hour menu! Sliders, pot stickers, hot pretzel bites, spinach and cheese dip, fried zucchini, a happy hour burger, and tons more. Several delightful cocktails for $8.50, draft beers $4.95, bottled beer $3.95. Seriously - you can't go wrong! Try the fried zucchini - just like my grandma's!
Lazy Dog - Downtown Summerlin/1725 Festival Plaza Dr. (two locations in Las Vegas, and a new one on the way)
Lazy Dog is just a fun place overall - and you can bring your dog! Happy hour lettuce wraps, crispy brussels sprouts, buffalo cauliflower. $4 wine, $1 off their draft beers. Woof!
Echo & Rig Steakhouse - Tivoli Village/440 Rampart Boulevard
Echo & Rig is one of the best off strip steakhouses in Las Vegas, and in my opinion - still fairly reasonable. Their happy hour food menu is small, but mighty! A $3 Hotdog - the best hot dog ever! $4 Steak and egg, and Butcher fries with prime steak, homemade teriyaki, and scallions. Half off all draft & bottled beers, half off premium well liquor, $5 house wine, and always a $3 cocktail! It's great, but get there early, it gets busy!
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