March Madness has earned the moniker over the years as the 48 games from Thursday to Sunday bring you buzzer beaters, upsets and action from the moment you wake up until the end of the night. Life of Beer and More has together a list of the best places to watch March Madness in Las Vegas 2026, to help you maximize your Las Vegas experience, where you can dive into all the nonstop basketball action, while enjoying games at every angle, incredible food, cocktails and beer to go along with plenty of wagers. Other than being at the actual games themselves, Las Vegas is the best place to be and it has become an annual event that is a must for any basketball fan.
March turns up the flavor at Proper Eats Food Hall, located on the promenade level of ARIA Resort & Casino, where a curated mix of celebrated imports and Vegas-only concepts sets the table for a month of crave-worthy reasons to gather. From weekday oyster happy hours to slurp-worthy bowls for National Noodle Month, plus a full-court press of March Mania watch parties and a dedicated ode to meatballs, the food hall delivers big-game energy, comfort-food favorites and something delicious to chase every single day.
- March Mania: Thursday, March 19 through Sunday, March 22
- Proper Bar will be the ultimate destination for college basketball fans during the March Mania tournament. From Thursday, March 19 through Sunday, March 22, guests can enjoy an all-you-can-eat package for $75 during the first and second rounds of the tournament, valid for up to three hours. The package will also be available during the semi-final round on Saturday, April 4 and the championship game on Monday, April 6. Each package grants unlimited access to a wide range of delicious dining options, including Proper Eats’ newest offerings such as Nashville fried chicken from Lucky Bird and Italian American soul food from Parm Famous Italian as well as authentic deli sandwiches from Wexler’s, mouth-watering pizzas from Pizzaoki, and more. For those looking to upgrade their experience, hand-cut sushi rolls from Temaki Bar Sushi will be available for an additional $10. Walk-ins are welcome on a first-come, first-served basis. General viewing and a la carte food and beverage ordering are also available. Reservations are highly encouraged, which guarantee premium seating, and can be made by visiting the link here.
Clique Hospitality has announced March hours and events for The Barbershop Cuts & Cocktails and Clique Bar &. Lounge at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas. Highlights include the ultimate March Mania watch parties.
The Barbershop Cuts & Cocktails
Open for cuts 10 a.m. – 10 p.m. Sunday – Thursday; 10 a.m. – midnight on Friday and Saturday;
Saloon open 8 p.m. – close from Sunday – Wednesday; and 6 p.m. – close from Thursday – Saturday
Behind an unassuming janitor’s door inside the upscale men’s grooming salon at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas is The Barbershop Cuts & Cocktails, a swanky hideaway lounge meets rock saloon where live music is played nightly. Your grandfather’s barbershop with a twist, the salon offers stylish cuts, facials, a hot lather shave and beard and more, paired with the full bar menu. VIP reservations are available online, linked here. More information is available at thebarbershoplv.com, Instagram, Facebook, X or @TheBarbershopLV.
Weekly Events:
- The Barbershop Unplugged featuring the best acoustic artists in Las Vegas, nightly from 8 – 10 p.m.
- Live bands nightly from 10 p.m.
- Tuesday: Faded Karaoke featuring The Busker Kings starting at 10 p.m.
- Sunday: All Request Sundays
Upcoming Events:
- Thursday, March 19 and Friday, March 20: Brackets & Bass
- The Barbershop is turning up the volume with Brackets & Bass, the ultimate March Mania viewing experience on Thursday, March 19 and Friday, March 20. The speakeasy opens at 9 a.m. both days, offering basketball fans front-row seats to the action on multiple HDTVs. The most dedicated sports lovers won’t need to leave the venue to box out their hunger with The Barbershop’s buffet-style menu featuring breakfast and all-day options. March Mania enthusiasts can lock in a viewing and dining package from 9 a.m. to 2:45 p.m. or 3:15 to 9:00 p.m., starting at $250 per person per session, or for the full day at $500 per person. Fans can also take the number-one seed with VIP tables, available starting at $1,500. Table reservations and dining packages are available for purchase on The Barbershop Cuts & Cocktails website.
Clique Bar & Lounge
Open Daily 4 p.m. – late
At the center of the casino floor at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas, the newly remodeled Clique Bar & Lounge will be a seductive fusion of old Hollywood glam and modern indulgence. Designed by the acclaimed Peter Max Bowden and bathed in copper and amber tones with luminous gold accents, the space exudes a moody sophistication—equal parts chic cocktail lounge and electric social haven for nights out on the town and luxurious sports viewing. A curated soundtrack pulses through the space, shifting seamlessly from sultry lounge beats to high-octane rhythms as the night unfolds. A reimagined menu will showcase craft cocktails and elevated small plates, offering a sensory experience that’s both artful and unforgettable. Set against a dynamic soundtrack of curated beats, Clique will be where Las Vegas turns the volume up on style and elegance. For more information about Clique Bar & Lounge, including its reopening, visit cliquelv.com, and follow on Instagram and Facebook at @TheCliqueLV.
Weekly Events:
- Monday: Monday Night Fever
- Guests can catch disco fever with its “Monday Night Fever.” Every Monday from 9 p.m. to 2 a.m., guest Disco DJs will blast funky beats and bring the groove all night long.
- Tuesday: Stripped Down Tuesdays
- “Stripped Down Tuesdays” turns down the volume with exclusively acoustic live performances, from 9 p.m. to 2 a.m.
- Thursday-Saturday: In The Mix
- “In The Mix” drops the beat every Thursday through Saturday night from 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. Guests can sip top-notch cocktails and feel the infectious energy as a rotating lineup of live DJs keeps the pulse pumping and the vibes immaculate.
Upcoming Events:
- Thursday, March 19 – Sunday, March 22: Battle of the Brackets
- Clique Bar & Lounge returns with Battle of the Brackets for March Mania 2026. From Thursday, March 19 to Sunday, March 22, the lounge will showcase the college basketball tournaments on multiple HDTVs. The lounge will be open from 9 a.m. to 2 a.m. Thursday and Sunday and 9 a.m. to 3 a.m. Friday and Saturday. After Sunday, March 22, the lounge will operate at regular hours from 4 p.m. to 2 a.m. Sunday through Thursday and 4 p.m. to 3 a.m. Fridays and Saturdays. Fans can enjoy a variety of game-day bites during the March Mania opening weekend, including a breakfast menu until 11 a.m. with options like a veggie plate for a light snack or a breakfast burrito for a full meal. From 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., the menu features dishes such as beef barbacoa quesadillas; a Game Day Platter for groups, featuring pigs in a blanket, wagyu sliders, and cinnamon sugar donuts, priced at $98; or a 40-piece chicken wing platter with house-made fries for $128. Table reservations start at $500 per session, with bar seating available starting at $125. Full-day reservations begin at $800 for tables and $250 for barstools. Reservations are available on the Clique Bar & Lounge website.
Eight Lounge
Humidor and lounge open daily at noon.
Eight, a lush cigar and cocktail lounge at Resorts World, takes its name from the lucky number in Chinese culture. The number eight is incorporated throughout the 7,000-square-foot space featuring a custom-built walk-in humidor and a 2,200-square-foot terrace. Named “Best Cigar Shop” back-to-back in Las Vegas Weekly’s 2023 and 2024 “Best of Vegas” awards, “Best Cigar Lounge” by VEGAS Magazine’s 2023 “Best of the City” awards and awarded silver for “Best Cigar Lounge” in the Las Vegas Review-Journal’s 2024 “Best of Las Vegas” awards, Eight offers more than 150 cigars from Drew Estate, Arturo Fuente and Ashton, along with an ever-changing rotation of other top-notch cigars. Eight also offers premium cocktails crafted by mixologists well-versed in the flavor profiles of premium tobaccos to expertly pair premium cigars with spirits and craft cocktails. More information can be found on the website at www.eightloungelv.com, on Facebook and on Instagram.
Weekly Events:
- Friday: Live music performance from 9 p.m. – late
- Saturday: DJs, 9 p.m. – late
Upcoming Events:
- Saturday, March 7: UFC 326 Viewing
- Bask in luxury and sports viewing satisfaction while watching UFC 326 at Eight Lounge. The cigar lounge offers multiple HDTVs, ample plush seating, and an extensive collection of whiskey and cigars. The event will begin at 7 p.m. with the main card. Reservations are highly encouraged to guarantee a viewing spot and can be made on the Eight Lounge website.
- Wednesday, March 18-Sunday, March 22: College Hoops Madness
- March Mania arrives at Eight with “College Hoops Madness.” The lounge will then open at 9 a.m. on Thursday, March 19, and Friday, March 20, and at noon on Saturday, March 21 and Sunday, March 22. With no beverage minimum for reservations before 8 p.m. during the tournament’s first two rounds, guests can enjoy game-day action from plush seating, surrounded by premium amenities. Signature handcrafted cocktails and curated cigar selection are available throughout the day, offering paired indulgence for every matchup. Whether inside or on the expansive terrace, Eight provides a sports-viewing experience where luxury meets the tournament madness. Reservations can be made on the Eight Lounge website at eightloungelv.com/ncaabb2026.
- Wednesday, March 18: Sticks & Kicks
- Just in time for March Mania, sneaker and cigar culture will collide with a basketball-inspired edition of the lounge’s signature “Sticks & Kicks” series at 8 p.m., following the evening’s tournament game. The night will feature a menu of signature cocktails and cigars, as well as special offers for the evening’s attendees.
Gatsby’s Cocktail Lounge
Open daily at 4 p.m.
Raising the bar and bringing the bubbles to Resorts World, Gatsby’s Cocktail Lounge is an upscale escape offering a cache of vintage and rare champagnes, vivid artisanal cocktails and aromatic wines. Located in the heart of the resort, the chic cocktail bar was recently awarded “Best Cocktail Presentation” in Las Vegas Weekly’s 2024 “Best of Vegas” awards and offers a 360-degree bar with thoughtfully cultivated soundtracks, including DJ sets and live music. More information can be found on the website at www.gatsbysvegas.com, on Facebook and on Instagram.
Weekly Events:
- Daily: Happy Hour from 4 p.m. – 6 p.m.
- Monday: Martini Monday from 4 p.m. – 9 p.m.
- Tuesday: DJ playing from 9 p.m. – midnight
- Thursday: DJ playing from 10 p.m. – 2 a.m.
- Friday-Saturday: DJ playing from 10 p.m. – 3 a.m.
Closings:
- Wednesday, March 4: Closed from 6:30 p.m. – 9 p.m. for a private event
Upcoming Events:
- Thursday, March 12: Girls with Game Mixer with Chef Ellie Parker
- In celebration of Women’s History Month, Brezza Italian and Gatsby’s Cocktail Lounge at Resorts World are collaborating for a dinner and after-party beginning at 6:30 p.m. Brezza is offering the chance to dine with two culinary talents, including “Hell’s Kitchen” Season 24 Winner Ellie Parker. The experience is priced at $175 per person and afterwards, Gatsby’s will open its lounge for a special after-party, beginning at 9:30 p.m. until late. The after-party is open to the public, and guests can enjoy an evening celebrating the top culinary star with a featured cocktail menu of Gatsby’s signatures and one of Chef Ellie’s favorites, along with danceworthy tracks from a live DJ starting at 10 p.m.
- Saturday, March 14 and Tuesday, March 17: St. Patrick’s Day Celebrations
- Kick off the St. Patrick’s Day celebrations with a party featuring one of Las Vegas’ hottest DJs, DJ Lucky Lou. Having performed at major global music festivals, DJ Lucky Lou will bring his turntable mastery to a night of Irish cheer. Guests can continue celebrating the luckiest day of the year with discounts and specials on Ireland’s own Jameson and Guinness. Enjoy shots of Jameson priced at $10, or pair it with a Guinness for just $5 more.
- Thursday, March 19-Sunday, March 22: Battle of the Brackets
- Gatsby’s will tip off the March Mania excitement with “Battle of the Brackets” from Thursday, March 19 through Sunday, March 22. The lounge will open at 11 a.m. for the first two rounds of tournament action, inviting fans to catch every matchup in a stylish setting where sports and luxury come together. All games will be shown across eight HDTVs, and reservations made before 8 p.m. come with no food and beverage minimum. A $100 deposit is required to secure a table reservation and will be applied toward the final bill. With handcrafted cocktails, elevated lounge seating and prime viewing from every angle, Gatsby’s delivers a game-day experience where every seat feels like the best in the house. Guests can also fuel the action with game-day favorites from Juniors, available throughout the tournament. When the final buzzer sounds, the party continues with a live DJ inside the lounge to keep the energy going. Reservations can be made on the Gatsby’s website at gatsbysvegas.com/ncaabb2026.
- Friday, March 20: Denim & Rhinestones
- Starting at 10 p.m., country music fans can join Gatsby’s for a night full of denim and rhinestones. Blending cowboy culture with nightlife glamour, the event will also feature limited-time-only cocktails, including Pink Champagne, the Stiff Drink Paloma, and the Smoke Break Old Fashioned. If guests didn’t score a ticket to see Luke Combs on Saturday, March 21, they can stop by Gatsby’s for a chance to win a ticket. To enter the giveaway, guests must scan a QR code inside the lounge and fill out a form to be automatically entered into the raffle. A winner will be randomly chosen between 12:30 a.m. and 1 a.m. The winner must be present at the drawing to claim their prize.
- Friday, March 27: Midnight Bazaar
- Join Gatsby’s in its second Bollywood-themed night hosted by local Bollywood rapperBohemia and his wife, Sunny. Starting at 10 p.m., the cocktail lounge will be transformed and doused in decoration for an evening of elegance and electric Indian culture, complete with a live DJ. Bohemia will also take the spotlight throughout the night, giving guests a chance to see him perform live, up close and personal. To make the night even more memorable, Gatsby’s will feature a photobooth with Bollywood posters, fake jewelry and cutouts of stars to make their photos shine.
Cabo Wabo Cantina, Sammy Hagar’s rockin’ cantina inside Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino, will bring nonstop college hoops action to Las Vegas with its March Mania viewing parties. Available throughout the 2026 college basketball tournament, festivities will tip off with the opening games on Tuesday, March 17 and run through the championship matchup on Monday, April 6.
Fans will be able to catch every buzzer-beater and bracket-busting moment with reservation options designed for both casual viewers and all-day diehards. Half-day reservations will include up to six hours of tournament viewing with a $100 food and beverage minimum, while full-day reservations will be available with a $200 food and beverage minimum.
The lively cantina features multiple flat-panel, big-screen TVs ensuring every guest has a courtside feel. Screens include a 200-inch video grid, a 200-inch projection screen, a 110-inch high-definition TV, two 80-inch high-definition TVs and 25 75-inch high-definition TVs. For an elevated experience, reservations are also available to watch the games in Cabo’s private upstairs lounge, The LOFT.
With games tipping off early and running late into the evening, Cabo Wabo Cantina will keep fans fueled throughout the day. Early-round matchups can be paired with brunch favorites, available from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. daily, such as chilaquiles con huevos made with fresh tortilla chips layered with the choice of red or green sauce, Oaxaca cheese, onion, cilantro, Mexican crema and cotija cheese, served with two eggs any style; or a hearty breakfast burrito featuring scrambled eggs, potatoes, chorizo, queso sauce, cheddar and jack cheeses, served with fresh fruit bowl. Afternoon and evening matchups can be enjoyed alongside crowd favorites including Sammy’s tequila shrimp and the carnitas platter with slow roasted pork, rice, beans, guacamole and flour tortillas. A wide selection of tequila, flavorful margaritas by the glass or pitcher and draft and domestic beers will round out the game-day experience.
Reservations for March Mania are available on OpenTable and by emailing parties@cabowabovegas.com. More information about Cabo Wabo Cantina is available at CaboWaboCantina.com or by following on Instagram, Facebook and X.
The STRAT Hotel, Casino & Tower will deliver wall-to-wall college basketball excitement this March, tipping off tournament action with “Festival of Hoops presented by MMILV,” followed by Hoops Havoc, featuring nonstop game coverage, drink specials and casino promotions running throughout postseason play.
“Festival of Hoops presented by MMILV” will take place Wednesday, March 18 through Saturday, March 21, offering fans an all-inclusive viewing experience across numerous LED TVs inside PT’s Stadium within PT’s Wings & Sports and View Lounge, along with three large screens in The STRAT Theater. Tickets will include a variety of complimentary cocktails, beer, wine and mocktails, in addition to a spread of stadium-style bites including pizza, wings, salad, assorted sides and snacks. Guests can also enjoy reserved seating, raffle giveaways and a cash bar offering premium beverages.
Viewing parties will begin at 8 a.m. daily, with tickets priced at $255 per person for PT’s Stadium and View Lounge. Multiple seating options will be available within The STRAT Theater including standard seating, priced at $250 per person; floor seating, priced at $315 per person; and booth seating, priced at $355 per person. All-inclusive ticket packages will also be available and will include hotel accommodations and access to select viewing parties, with prices starting at $359. More information and tickets are available to purchase on The STRAT website.
Hoops Havoc will keep the momentum going Sunday, March 22 through Monday, April 6, offering fans multiple ways to catch every remaining matchup at William Hill sportsbook, PT’s Wings & Sports, View Lounge and REMIX Lounge. Guests may enjoy live broadcasts of tournament games and casino floor promotions in an energetic game-day atmosphere.
Fans can sip on game-day drink specials available at View Lounge and REMIX Lounge, including $3 shots of Jameson Irish Whiskey, Sauza Tequila, Jim Beam bourbon whiskey and SKYY Vodka; along with $5 bottled Budweiser, Bud Light and Michelob Ultra beers.
True Rewards members will have the opportunity to compete in a head-to-head blackjack tournament on Friday, March 27 and Saturday, March 28. Players may buy in for $100, with the top 64 chip leaders from qualifying rounds advancing to a bracket-style tournament. The top eight finishers will share $35,000 in chips.
Throughout March, True Rewards members will be able to participate in The STRAT’s $100,000 Collect & Go Game, running Fridays and Saturdays. Members will earn one letter sticker for every 500 base points accumulated in a single day, which can be used to complete words on a Collect & Go game board. Completing words will unlock slot play prizes ranging from $25 to $1,000, with a chance to win up to $100,000 in cash. Prizes will include a $100,000 cash award for spelling “TOWER,” $1,000 in slot play for “STRAT,” $500 in slot play for “FUN,” $100 in slot play for “WIN” and $25 in slot play for “GO.”
Nevada residents can always enjoy complimentary self-parking at The STRAT. STRAT True Locals members receive a variety of benefits, exclusive discounts and more throughout The STRAT. More information is available on the website at TheSTRAT.com.
If you are looking for updated info on March Madness happenings in Las Vegas as well as tips, reviews from previous year and other hoops fans there is a great Facebook group that you can join for free, called appropriately March Madness in Las Vegas, for information, visit: MMILV
March mania at Fontainebleau Las Vegas will feature watch parties inside BleauLive Theater from Thursday, March 19 through Saturday, March 21. Guests can catch the action on a massive 80-foot LED screen, complete with theater concessions. Upper- and lower-level seating will be available, including premium reserved lounge seating. In addition, The Tavern will be offering complimentary admission, and luxury couch, lounge, bar top and main dining room seating reservations for the games, from Thursday, March 19 through Sunday, March 22. The Tavern features a 180-degree LED video wall in the sportsbook area and HD screens located throughout the bar and dining room.
HyperX Arena at Luxor Hotel & Casino will have a home court feel for watch parties happening Thursday, March 19 and Friday, March 20. Guests can experience wall-to-wall action with a massive LED video wall, dozens of screens throughout the venue, stadium-style sound and a game day food and beverage lineup worthy of championship moments.
The best week in basketball culminates with the return of Basketball Bonanza, Palms Casino Resort’s free poolside viewing party during the opening rounds of the tournament. From Thursday, March 19 through Sunday, March 22, guests can catch every buzzer-beater on massive LED screens with premium sound, all in an electric, sun-soaked atmosphere.
Fans can watch the ultimate college basketball showdown at Beer Park inside Paris Las Vegas with the Tournament Madness throughout every game of the tournament. Fans can come and go as they please by securing their spot with a reserved table or bar seating.
The Plaza Hotel & Casino in Downtown Las Vegas will hold its annual March Mania viewing party in its showroom from Thursday, March 19 through Saturday, March 21. Guests can enjoy the multi-game action on a massive 24-foot LED video wall. Tickets include unlimited draft beer, as well as two drink tickets and daily raffle giveaways. Guests can also get up to 20% off room rates when booking a two-night stay for March Mania at the Plaza.
Catch all the tournament action at The Most Massive Madness Party at South Point Hotel, Casino & Spa from Thursday, March 19 through Saturday, March 21. Hosted inside the 80,000-square-foot Exhibit Hall, the free-entry 21+ event features 13 massive 20-foot screens, seating for 2,000 guests and drink specials. Guests can also take advantage of a three-night Massive Madness Room and Party Package, which includes a premium room, a sponsor welcome bag and entry to the Massive Madness Party with first come, first served seating, plus a bucket of Budweiser and a $10 food credit. Guests can use code MAD2026 when booking.
Topgolf Las Vegas will host Bracket Madness from Thursday, March 19 through Saturday, March 21, where fans can catch every buzzer beater with more than 300 screens and a 48-foot video wall in The Yard to create a buzzing tournament watch-party atmosphere.
The Venetian Resort Las Vegas will once again host Brackets at The Stadium. From Thursday, March 19 through Saturday, March 21, Brackets will be the epicenter of basketball fandom, broadcasting every heart-pounding moment of the tournament across more than 100 screens. Every ticket to Brackets at The Stadium will include curated food offerings and an open bar, allowing guests to enjoy the tournament with seamless, all-day hospitality from tip-off to the final whistle.
Beginning Monday, March 2, Flight Club Las Vegas inside the Grand Canal Shoppes at The Venetian Resort Las Vegas invites guests to experience the hoops with revamped happy hour specials available Sunday through Friday from 3-6 p.m., featuring $2 off draft beers and glasses of wine.
Basketball returns to Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino with Hoops Central taking place Thursday, March 19 through Saturday, March 21. Throughout the weekend, guests can enjoy exclusive food and beverage specials across the property. In addition, fans can choose from two ways to experience the action. The Hoops Central Watch Party will be a ticketed event at the International Theater, which includes an immersive viewing environment with premium seating, giant screens, and special food and drink offerings. Fans can also take advantage of free admission at the SuperBook and International Bar viewing parties, with first-come, first-served seating, complete with drink specials and nonstop tournament excitement.
