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Seven Las Vegas Shows Close as Tourism Slump Hits Entertainment Scene

A wave of closures sweeps Sin City as iconic shows fade. Can *Bob Dylan Hope Road* make a comeback after its 2026 retooling—or is this the final curtain?

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2025 December 17 . 11:20 PM

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Seven Las Vegas Shows Close as Tourism Slump Hits Entertainment Scene

Seven Las Vegas shows have either shut down or announced plans to close by early 2026. The move follows a drop in tourism and weaker ticket sales across the city. Among them is Bob Dylan Hope Road, which will end its run on January 5, 2026.

The list of affected productions includes ILuminate, Lady Like, Terry Fator, Timeless, Raiding the Rock Vault, DiscoShow, and Bob Dylan Hope Road. Each faced declining attendance, forcing their closure or planned shutdown. Producers of Bob Dylan Hope Road have stated the show will return after 'retooling' in spring 2026.

Las Vegas tourism fell by 6% this year, hitting entertainment venues hard. While some productions claim they will reopen after adjustments, history suggests otherwise. Most shows that announce a pause for retooling never actually return to the stage.

Despite these closures, no other major Las Vegas shows have announced plans to shut down in 2026 so far.

The seven closures mark a noticeable shift in the city’s entertainment scene. With tourism numbers down, venues face ongoing pressure to attract audiences. The fate of Bob Dylan Hope Road and others will depend on whether retooling efforts can revive interest in early 2026.