Caesars Entertainment Welcomes the 2019 Year of the Pig
---- Hosting Chinese New Year Celebrations and Lion Dance Performances
Caesars Entertainment resorts in Las Vegas will host a Chinese New Year celebration from February 6 to 9, 2019, on The LINQ Promenade, featuring lion dances and a series of celebratory performances to mark the arrival of the lucky Year of the Pig.
For this year’s Chinese New Year, Caesars Entertainment has prepared a variety of lively festivities, including special dining options and traditional lion dance performances. In previous years, the vibrant celebrations attracted numerous visitors, and this year’s opening ceremony will take place at 5:00 PM (Pacific Time) on Wednesday, February 6, on The LINQ Promenade. Additionally, all nine Caesars Entertainment hotels located on the Las Vegas Strip will be adorned with Chinese New Year-themed decorations in their lobbies and public areas, including lanterns, banners, firecrackers, and traditional Chinese floral arrangements.
Four-Day Celebration on The LINQ Promenade
Time: 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM, from February 6 (Wednesday) to February 9 (Saturday).
Major Events
(No translation needed for non-meaningful content) Opening Ceremony: At 5:00 PM on Wednesday, February 6, Chinese dignitaries and government officials will be invited to the fountain stage on The LINQ Promenade for the festive ribbon-cutting ceremony.
(No translation needed for non-meaningful content) High Roller Light & Sound Show: The world’s tallest observation wheel will feature a celebratory light and music show every hour starting at 6:30 PM to mark the holiday.
(No translation needed for non-meaningful content) Traditional Performances: Guests will enjoy a global cultural journey at the fountain stage on The LINQ Promenade, including captivating cultural and artistic performances by a dance troupe from Guizhou, as well as a dragon dance performance by the Lohan School of Shaolin starting at 6:00 PM.
(No translation needed for non-meaningful content) Live Performances: Live acts by the Nevada Ballet Theater, Caesars Entertainment show performers, and the New East West Chinese School will take place at the fountain stage on The LINQ Promenade.
(No translation needed for non-meaningful content) Lucky Draw: Guests can also participate in a daily lucky draw to win prizes, with winners announced each night at 8:30 PM.
Special Dining at Caesars Palace
Beyond the performances, a variety of renowned restaurants within Caesars Palace—including the award-winning Bacchanal Buffet, Mr. Chow, Tiger Wok & Ramen, and Beijing Noodle No. 9—will offer festive dishes with authentic Chinese New Year flavors.
The Forum Shops Celebrates the New Year
The Forum Shops at Caesars Palace will also welcome guests with dazzling Chinese New Year decorations, festive parades, and special promotions during the holiday period.
In traditional Chinese folklore, the dragon symbolizes power and good fortune. The Forum Shops will once again host a 22-foot-long, 7-foot-wide, 12-foot-tall Chinese dragon model exhibit, running from January 9 through February. This 950-pound steel-framed dragon is adorned with 30,000 red and amber LED lights, creating a vibrant and lifelike appearance. The majestic structure serves as a spectacular photo opportunity.
For the 23rd consecutive year, The Forum Shops will invite a traditional Chinese dragon parade team composed of students from Prairie Elementary and Middle Schools. This year, 120 children from kindergarten to fifth grade will perform the rare and impressive traditional Chinese dragon parade starting at 9:00 AM on the first day of the Lunar New Year (February 5).
During the festive period, The Forum Shops will have greeters distributing Chinese New Year greeting booklets at the Guest Services Center and throughout the mall. In addition to festive introductions, the booklets will include exclusive retail offers.
Lion Dance Performances at Caesars Entertainment Resorts in Las Vegas
Lion dance is a traditional folk custom during Chinese New Year. To celebrate, Caesars Entertainment Las Vegas resorts will host 13 lively lion dance performances from February 6 (Wednesday) to February 9 (Saturday) on The LINQ Promenade (LINQ Promenade), bringing good luck to the city through this Chinese tradition. From February 8 (Friday) to February 13 (Wednesday), nine resort hotels will also feature lion dance performances that traverse from the hotel entrances through the entire entertainment complex.
Schedule of Lion Dance Performances at Caesars Entertainment Las Vegas Resorts:
February 8 (Friday)
2:00 PM: The Cromwell Hotel
2:45 PM: Flamingo Las Vegas
3:45 PM: Harrah’s Las Vegas
5:00 PM: The LINQ Hotel
February 9 (Saturday)
12:00 PM: Planet Hollywood Resort
1:00 PM: Paris Las Vegas
2:00 PM: Bally’s Las Vegas
5:00 PM: Caesars Palace
February 13 (Wednesday)
6:00 PM: Rio All-Suite Hotel