Las Vegas to Host Watch Parties During March Mania

The destination will provide ample viewing opportunities, with watch parties throughout the Strip and downtown, deals on food and beverage and world-class live entertainment.

Published on Feb. 27, 2026

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Las Vegas will host watch parties with high-energy atmospheres and game day bites made for overtime. Fans can travel to Las Vegas to catch every moment of March basketball, with watch parties throughout the Strip and downtown, deals on food and beverage, and world-class live entertainment.

Why it matters

Las Vegas is positioning itself as the premier destination for college basketball fans during the March tournament, offering a wide range of viewing parties, food and drink specials, and entertainment options to create an immersive and unforgettable experience.

The details

The destination will provide ample viewing opportunities, with watch parties throughout the Strip and downtown, including events at Proper Eats Food Hall, How Ya Dough'n, Caesars Entertainment properties, Circa Resort & Casino, The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas, The D Las Vegas, Durango Casino & Resort, Fontainebleau Las Vegas, HyperX Arena at Luxor Hotel & Casino, Palms Casino Resort, Paris Las Vegas, Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino, The Plaza Hotel & Casino, Resorts World Las Vegas, South Point Hotel, Casino & Spa, The STRAT Hotel, Casino & Tower, Topgolf Las Vegas, and The Venetian Resort Las Vegas.

  • The watch parties will take place from Thursday, March 19 through Sunday, March 22, as well as during the semifinal round on Saturday, April 4, and the championship game on Monday, April 6.
  • The live entertainment events will take place on various dates in March and April, including performances by Luke Combs, The Eagles, Illenium, Jennifer Lopez, and Sammy Hagar.

The players

LVCVA

The Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority, the organization charged with positioning Southern Nevada as the global destination for leisure and business travel.

Proper Eats Food Hall

The acclaimed food hall at ARIA Resort & Casino that will host an all-you-can-eat package for basketball fans during the tournament.

How Ya Dough'n

A viral sensation pizzeria located on the third-floor rooftop terrace of BLVD Las Vegas that will offer a special deal for basketball fans during the first two rounds of the tournament.

Caesars Entertainment

The hospitality and entertainment company that will host Hoops on the Strip, bringing immersive game day environments to sportsbooks, bars, and lounges across the Strip.

Circa Resort & Casino

The resort hosting several watch party events, including 'Mega March' parties in the world's largest sportsbook, 'Mania Under the Sun' at the Stadium Swim pool amphitheater, and the 'Galaxy Watch Zone' in the Galaxy Ballroom.

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What’s next

Fans can visit the LVCVA's Newsroom for full details on the various watch party and entertainment options available in Las Vegas during the March basketball tournament.

The takeaway

Las Vegas is positioning itself as the ultimate destination for college basketball fans during the March tournament, offering a wide range of immersive viewing experiences, food and drink specials, and world-class live entertainment to create an unforgettable experience for fans.