LAS VEGAS
MGM Resorts International will debut its new park, dining and entertainment district on the Las Vegas Strip April 4, 2016. The Park is an eclectic blend of restaurants, bars and entertainment set within desert landscaping, that MGM hopes will become a central gathering place on The Strip’s west side.
The Park will connect MGM Resorts’ New York-New York and Monte Carlo properties as well as the new 20,000-seat world-class T-Mobile Arena. An interactive and social environment, The Park aims to build a sense of community through innovative programming and events.
“Today’s consumer wants to sample, to experience, to discover—it’s no longer about visiting one resort and staying there,” said Jim Murren, chairman and CEO of MGM Resorts International. “With this in mind, we’ve created a neighborhood environment that invites our guests to explore many of our resorts on the Strip’s west side, collecting experiences along the way, with The Park serving as a central gathering space for people to relax, dine and be entertained.”
The Park sets out to re-envision the traditional pedestrian experience by adding a new layer of diverse social spaces in Las Vegas. It will draw passersby from the hustle and bustle of The Strip into an oasis offering opportunities to experience Las Vegas outdoors and at one’s leisure.
Unique water features, including water walls stretching more than 100 feet in length along the entrance, will add unexpected visuals as will dramatic plantings incorporating a variety of beautiful desert blooms.
Not unlike the small cafes and bistros that spill onto iconic promenades, clusters of casual restaurants and bars with outdoor seating will open each resort to The Park creating a colorful patio ambiance.
Confirmed partners include Shake Shack, Beer Garden, California Pizza Kitchen, Sake Rok and Bruxie.
Design for The Park is a collaborative effort led by MGM Resorts International with Cooper, Robertson & Partners, leading landscape architecture and urban design firm !melk, and Marnell Architecture.
Some of The Park’s unique design elements include:
- Green Initiatives: The Park has implemented an integrated environmental sustainability program throughout construction stages, and will continue post-opening with operational focuses addressing energy and water conservation, green building and waste management through cutting-edge technology and innovative design.
- Natural Landscaping: Landscape design utilizes native and desert-adaptive species of plants, which are able to thrive in hot and dry environments with minimal water.
- Cooling Elements: Mature trees, vegetation, water features and artful shade structures will create comfortable environments for guests to enjoy The Park year-round.
For more information, visit theparkvegas.com.
