New Year's Eve 2011

Sam Morris / Las Vegas Sun

Fireworks light up the sky over the Las Vegas Strip Sunday, Jan. 1, 2012, in this view from the House of Blues Foundation Room at Mandalay Bay.

Leaders say Las Vegas isn’t likely to boom again in 2012, but there’s reason for hope

Jan 9, 2012 (3 a.m.)

By Sun Staff

Steady gains in the gaming and tourism industry have helped generate hope that the city has turned the corner in its economic recovery. Wishful thinking? If so, it’s shared by a lot of smart and successful people. Here’s how they’re feeling about Las Vegas’ prospects for 2012.

Bellagio hit with power outages New Year’s Eve

January 2, 2012

By Dave Berns

The west wing of the Bellagio’s main tower had intermittent power outages throughout the afternoon and early evening Saturday, leading to the New Year’s Eve day closure of the buffet and the loss of power to several hundred hotel rooms.
Nevada welcomes 2012 with big crowds, fireworks

January 1, 2012

Associated Press

Thousands of partiers packed the Las Vegas Strip on Saturday night and welcomed 2012 with casino rooftop fireworks, expensive celebrity-studded parties at nightclubs and an urge to bid adieu to 2011.
Revelers share their resolutions

January 1, 2012

By Aida Ahmed,
Kyle B. Hansen,
Conor Shine

Resolutions from Fremont Street and the Strip
Las Vegas New Year’s Eve survival guide

December 31, 2011

By Gregan Wingert

Here's a quick rundown of New Year's Eve events in and around Las Vegas, including what's happening on the Strip and Fremont Street, some tips for catching the fireworks shows and also some safety and weather information to help you finish off 2011 and pop the cork on 2012.
Fireworks technicians get ready for explosive New Year’s Eve in Las Vegas

December 31, 2011

By Gregan Wingert

Treasure Island’s rooftop is normally home to satellite dishes and metal ventilation system coverings, but in preparation for New Year’s Eve, the hotel’s top has welcomed a few explosive guests.
Las Vegas’ New Year’s Eve to be much warmer than last year

December 31, 2011

By Dave Toplikar

There's no worry about your drink freezing up for tonight's New Year's Eve toasts if you're out on the town in Las Vegas.
NYE in Las Vegas: The anatomy of fireworks

December 31, 2011

By Gregan Wingert

Engineering firework displays — which may seem like rocket science for some — is a form of artistic expression for Felix J. Grucci Jr., who has been blowing up rockets for nearly 60 years.
BLOG: Vegas celebrates New Year

December 31, 2011

By Aida Ahmed,
Ric Anderson,
Rob Curley,
Kyle B. Hansen,
Conor Shine,
Gregan Wingert

2012 receives a warm welcome from dozens of celebrities, thousands of fireworks and more than 314,000 people partying up and down the Strip and Fremont Street.
Hyde Bellagio among clubs set to debut

December 29, 2011

By Delen Goldberg

Hyde Bellagio is among three Las Vegas Strip clubs debuting for 2012, along with 1 OAK at the Mirage and RPM Nightclub at the Tropicana.
Police presence increasing for New Year’s Eve festivities

December 29, 2011

By Conor Shine

With New Year's Eve fast approaching, Metro Police held a press conference Thursday to outline the details of their enforcement plans and to encourage valley residents not to drink and drive.
When visiting the Strip for New Year’s Eve, know your logistics

December 29, 2011

By Jackie Valley

Don’t end 2011 on a sour note by having your New Year’s Eve plans derailed by traffic issues. Closures begin well before midnight, making a transportation game-plan vital for anyone planning to hit the Strip. Here’s what you need to know.
New Year’s Eve weekend luring in more tourists to Las Vegas over last year

December 29, 2011

By Gregan Wingert

As celebrities like Kim Kardashian pack the VIP lists, thousands of travelers are packing their bags and heading to Las Vegas this New Year’s Eve.
Las Vegas rings in the New Year with a pyrotechnic orgy

December 28, 2011

By Erin Ryan

Eight Strip properties are participating in the fireworks show this year, the newest addition being the Tropicana.
Hot Spots: New Year’s Eve edition

December 28, 2011

By Mark Adams

Kardashians, Black Eyed Peas and EDM, oh my!