Las Vegas Memorial Day- Memorial Day in US

 Las Vegas Memorial Day Weekend 2021

Memorial Day is a US holiday honoring American soldiers who died serving the country in wars and celebrating the freedoms they fought to protect. Memorial Day is observed annually in the United States on the last Monday in May.

Originally known as Decoration Day, from the early tradition of decorating graves with flowers, wreaths and flags. Today many Americans observe Memorial Day by visiting cemeteries or memorials, holding family gatherings and participating in parades.

In Las Vegas, Memorial Day is truly a day to honor our military, veterans and their family as most hotels, restaurants and bars offer discounts to our military personnel. Las Vegas Memorial Day Weekend activities starts early, with hotel bars, casinos and pool parties competing to host the biggest Memorial Day weekend parties.

With Memorial Day falling on Monday, May 31, Las Vegas Memorial Day parties start on Friday, May 28 and carry on through Monday.

Las Vegas Memorial Day Facts

• Memorial Day is observed on the last Monday in May

• Memorial Day honors the men and women who died while serving in the U.S. military

• Memorial Day originated in the years following the Civil War and became an official federal holiday in 1971.

• Memorial Day unofficially marks the beginning of the summer season.

Things you should know about Memorial Day in Las Vegas

• Memorial Day 2021 falls on a Monday. Expect the parties to start on Friday and last through Memorial Day.

• Everything will be open. I mean everything. shops, casinos, bars, restaurants, buffets, attractions. You name it, it will be open on Memorial day.

• Memorial Day marks the beginning of summer time in the US but in Las Vegas, expect daily temperature to hit the 90 degree mark. Dress accordingly and drink lots of water.

•  Most bars and restaurants will have drink specials and dining specials

With that said, if Las Vegas is beckoning you this coming Memorial day weekend, here are a few things you might want to put on your to-do list. You'll also find lots of resources and some money saving tips on this site while planning your Memorial day weekend in Las Vegas.

Las Vegas Memorial Day Weekend Pool Parties

Summer time is pool party time in Vegas. Expect most resorts to have some sort of pool party during this Memorial Day weekend in Las Vegas as the hottest DJs spin and the coldest drinks pour throughout the weekend. Here are some Party Hotspots this coming Las Vegas Memorial Day Weekend.

JEMAA - The Nomad Pool Party at Park MGM

Park MGM Las Vegas

JEMAA - The Nomad Pool Party Memorial Day Weekend

JEMAA - Memorial Day Weekend

Hours: Friday, Saturday, Sundays 11am - 6pm
Admission: Ladies: $20 | Men: $30

Go Pool - Flamingo Las Vegas

Flamingo Las Vegas

Hours: 9am - 6pm

Admission: $15 | Prepay

Liquid Pool Lounge at ARIA

ARIA Las Vegas

Liquid Pool Lounge Memorial Day Weekend

Wet Republic at MGM Grand Las Vegas

MGM Grand Las Vegas

Wet Republic Memorial Day Weekend

Citrus Grand Pool Deck at Downtown Grand

Citrus Grand Pool Deck Memorial Day Weekend

Las Vegas Military Appreciation Month Discounts

The Month of May is US Military Appreciation month and a lot of Las Vegas resorts are honoring and showing their appreciation to our service members - past and present by offering special deals and discounts during the month of May.

MGM Resorts Las Vegas Military Discounts

MGM Resorts "Military & Veterans Program" (MVP) is available to any active duty military, members of the National Guard & Reserve, retired military, prior service and spouse of eligible military personnel. MVP members receive special discounts on rooms, restaurants, shows and attractions. Check here for a list of discounts.

Caesars Entertainment Las Vegas Military Discounts

Caesars Entertainment in partnership with ID.me provide year-round 10% discounts on hotel reservations made online by qualified military personnel who verify their identity through ID.