LAS VEGAS (Jan. 1, 2026) — Fremont Street Experience welcomed thousands of partygoers to downtown Las Vegas for its official New Year’s Eve celebration, Countdown Under The Canopy™. The event offered an unforgettable night of music, lights, and nonstop energy beneath the famous LED canopy.
The five-block entertainment district turned into the ultimate party destination as gates opened at 7 p.m. The festivities kicked off with live DJs on all three stages. The celebration continued well past midnight, featuring performances from popular artists and fan favorites. Robin Thicke headlined the night on the 3rd Street Stage with a high-energy set leading up to the countdown, while CeeLo Green showcased his signature sound earlier in the evening. The lineup also included Common Kings on the 1st Street Stage, Chingy on the Main Street Stage, and performances by Sammy Johnson and Pertinence, creating a vibrant mix of genres for attendees. The evening was hosted by Robert ‘Bojo’ Ackah of Q100Vegas.
As midnight drew near, the LED canopy transformed with immersive visuals, heightening the electric atmosphere as the crowd counted down to 2026. City of Las Vegas Mayor Shelley Berkley hosted the event, emphasizing its role as the city’s official New Year’s Eve party, drawing locals and visitors from around the world.
Tickets for the event started at $60, making it one of the best entertainment deals in Las Vegas. Guests enjoyed direct access to eight casino hotels, dozens of restaurants, and Fremont Street Experience’s signature attractions, including SlotZilla and the Canopy screen, which stretches 1,375 feet long and 90 feet wide.
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About Fremont Street Experience
Fremont Street Experience is a vibrant entertainment district in historic downtown Las Vegas. The open-air promenade is a hub for entertainment, gaming, dining, and shopping. Fremont Street Experience offers more free live entertainment than anywhere else in Vegas, with performances on three stages every day of the year. Fremont Street Experience also features The Canopy™ LED screen. Spanning 1,375-feet in length and 90-feet in width, The Canopy™ LED screen is suspended 90-feet above the pedestrian mall. It dazzles visitors nightly with stunning visual shows synchronized to the music of headline artists like Katy Perry, Stone Temple Pilots, Imagine Dragons, and more. Additionally, Fremont Street Experience is home to SlotZilla, a thrilling attraction featuring an 850-foot Zipline and a 1,750-foot Zoomline. Riders launch from a 12-story slot-machine-themed platform and soar beneath The Canopy™ LED screen. Fremont Street Experience offers direct pedestrian access to eight world-renowned casino hotels, over 70 restaurants, and numerous specialty retail kiosks, drawing more than 24 million visitors annually. For more information about Fremont Street Experience, please visit www.vegasexperience.com.
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