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{{Short description|Entertainment complex in Las Vegas, Nevada}} |
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[[File:Neonopolis exterior.jpg|thumb|right|The exterior of Neonopolis next to [[Fremont Street]].]] |
[[File:Neonopolis exterior.jpg|thumb|right|The exterior of Neonopolis next to [[Fremont Street]].]] |
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'''Neonopolis''' |
'''Neonopolis''' is a shopping center in [[Downtown Las Vegas|Downtown]] [[Las Vegas, Nevada]]. Located on [[Fremont Street]] at the corner of [[Las Vegas Boulevard]], the {{convert|250000|sqft|abbr=on}} complex features a mix of restaurants, entertainment venues, and shops. In keeping with the complex's name, it contains three miles of [[neon light]]s.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2007-05-10 |title=Neonopolis by any other name still has smell of disaster |url=https://www.reviewjournal.com/news/neonopolis-by-any-other-name-still-has-smell-of-disaster/ |access-date=2024-06-21 |website=Las Vegas Review-Journal |language=en-US}}</ref> |
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Three open-air levels surround an outdoor center courtyard with stage, sound and seating. Bands and concerts were scheduled during the summer months during its heyday. |
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== History == |
== History == |
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Plans for Neonopolis were announced in December 1997.<ref>{{cite news|title=Downtown retail complex in works, officials say|newspaper=Las Vegas Review-Journal|first=Mike|last=Zapler|date=December 18, 1997|url=http://infoweb.newsbank.com/resources/openurl?ctx_ver=z39.88-2004&rft_dat=document_id%3Anews%252F0FD38F9678EF1A4D&rft_id=info%3Asid%2Finfoweb.newsbank.com&rft_val_format=info%3Aofi%2Ffmt%3Akev%3Amtx%3Actx&svc_dat=AWNB&req_dat=1028A39C75C2B899|via=NewsBank}}</ref> It opened on May 3, 2002.<ref name=sahagun>{{cite news|title=Long-awaited Neonopolis opens in downtown Vegas|newspaper=Las Vegas Sun|first=Diana|last=Sahagun|date=May 3, 2002|url=https://lasvegassun.com/news/2002/may/03/long-awaited-neonopolis-opens-in-downtown-vegas/| |
Plans for Neonopolis were announced in December 1997.<ref>{{cite news|title=Downtown retail complex in works, officials say|newspaper=Las Vegas Review-Journal|first=Mike|last=Zapler|date=December 18, 1997|url=http://infoweb.newsbank.com/resources/openurl?ctx_ver=z39.88-2004&rft_dat=document_id%3Anews%252F0FD38F9678EF1A4D&rft_id=info%3Asid%2Finfoweb.newsbank.com&rft_val_format=info%3Aofi%2Ffmt%3Akev%3Amtx%3Actx&svc_dat=AWNB&req_dat=1028A39C75C2B899|via=NewsBank}}</ref> It opened on May 3, 2002.<ref name=sahagun>{{cite news|title=Long-awaited Neonopolis opens in downtown Vegas|newspaper=Las Vegas Sun|first=Diana|last=Sahagun|date=May 3, 2002|url=https://lasvegassun.com/news/2002/may/03/long-awaited-neonopolis-opens-in-downtown-vegas/|access-date=2018-06-14}}</ref> |
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In 2006, [[Prudential Real Estate]] sold Neonopolis to a development group led by Rohit Joshi for $25 million.<ref>{{cite news|title=Downtown project still in bad shape|newspaper=Las Vegas Sun|date=December 14, 2006|url=https://lasvegassun.com/news/2006/dec/14/downtown-project-still-in-bad-shape/| |
In 2006, [[Prudential Real Estate]] sold Neonopolis to a development group led by Rohit Joshi for $25 million.<ref>{{cite news|title=Downtown project still in bad shape|newspaper=Las Vegas Sun|date=December 14, 2006|url=https://lasvegassun.com/news/2006/dec/14/downtown-project-still-in-bad-shape/|access-date=2018-06-15}}</ref> Joshi undertook an abortive rebranding of the center as Fremont Square, but ultimately the Neonopolis name was retained.<ref>{{cite news|title=Old woes but a new moniker|newspaper=Las Vegas Review-Journal|first=Benjamin|last=Spillman|date=May 3, 2007|url=http://infoweb.newsbank.com/resources/openurl?ctx_ver=z39.88-2004&rft_dat=document_id%3Anews%252F118FBE506E54AC08&rft_id=info%3Asid%2Finfoweb.newsbank.com&rft_val_format=info%3Aofi%2Ffmt%3Akev%3Amtx%3Actx&svc_dat=AWNB&req_dat=1028A39C75C2B899|via=NewsBank}}</ref><ref>{{cite news|title=TV studio, nightclub considered for mall|newspaper=Las Vegas Review-Journal|date=September 9, 2008|url=http://infoweb.newsbank.com/resources/openurl?ctx_ver=z39.88-2004&rft_dat=document_id%3Anews%252F1231E735C0ACBEA8&rft_id=info%3Asid%2Finfoweb.newsbank.com&rft_val_format=info%3Aofi%2Ffmt%3Akev%3Amtx%3Actx&svc_dat=AWNB&req_dat=1028A39C75C2B899|via=NewsBank}}</ref><ref>{{cite news|title=Neonopolis in waiting|newspaper=Downtown View|location=Las Vegas|first=Kristi|last=Jourdan|date=March 22, 2011|url=http://infoweb.newsbank.com/resources/openurl?ctx_ver=z39.88-2004&rft_dat=document_id%3Anews%252F13623AD848DF4168&rft_id=info%3Asid%2Finfoweb.newsbank.com&rft_val_format=info%3Aofi%2Ffmt%3Akev%3Amtx%3Actx&svc_dat=AWNB&req_dat=1028A39C75C2B899|via=NewsBank}}</ref> After temporarily closing in 2010 for redevelopment, Neonopolis underwent renovations in 2011 and reopened with new tenants. |
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== Current tenants == |
== Current tenants == |
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[[File:Neonopolis courtyard.jpg|thumb|The interior courtyard of the shopping center.]] |
[[File:Neonopolis courtyard.jpg|thumb|The interior courtyard of the shopping center.]] |
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*Axehole ― An [[axe throwing]] range, opened in 2017.<ref>{{cite news|title=Ax-throwing attraction opens at Neonoplis in downtown Las Vegas|newspaper=Las Vegas Review-Journal|first=Wade Tyler|last=Millward|date=September 29, 2017|url=https://www.reviewjournal.com/local/local-las-vegas/downtown/ax-throwing-attraction-opens-at-neonoplis-in-downtown-las-vegas/| |
*Axehole ― An [[axe throwing]] range, opened in 2017.<ref>{{cite news|title=Ax-throwing attraction opens at Neonoplis in downtown Las Vegas|newspaper=Las Vegas Review-Journal|first=Wade Tyler|last=Millward|date=September 29, 2017|url=https://www.reviewjournal.com/local/local-las-vegas/downtown/ax-throwing-attraction-opens-at-neonoplis-in-downtown-las-vegas/|access-date=2018-08-02}}</ref> |
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*Cat's Meow ― A {{convert|10000|sqft|adj=on}} [[karaoke]] club located on the second floor, opened in 2019. It is the second location of a popular, long-established club in [[New Orleans]].<ref>{{cite news|title=Cat's Meow aims to hit all the right notes in downtown Las Vegas|newspaper=Las Vegas Review-Journal|first=Jason|last=Bracelin|date=July 18, 2019|url=https://www.reviewjournal.com/entertainment/cats-meow-aims-to-hit-all-the-right-notes-in-downtown-las-vegas-1760715/|access-date=2019-07-20}}</ref> |
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*[[Denny's]] ― A {{convert|6400|sqft|adj=on}} flagship location for the diner chain, featuring a [[wedding chapel]]. Opened in 2012.<ref>{{cite news|title=Marriage on Denny's menu|newspaper=Las Vegas Review-Journal|first=Chris|last=Sieroty|date=November 30, 2012|url=http://infoweb.newsbank.com/resources/openurl?ctx_ver=z39.88-2004&rft_dat=document_id%3Anews%252F142FCA56CDD93A20&rft_id=info%3Asid%2Finfoweb.newsbank.com&rft_val_format=info%3Aofi%2Ffmt%3Akev%3Amtx%3Actx&svc_dat=AWNB&req_dat=1028A39C75C2B899|via=NewsBank}}</ref><ref>{{cite news|title=One-of-a-kind Denny's to call Neonopolis home|newspaper=Las Vegas Sun|first=Conor|last=Shine|date=August 4, 2012|url=https://lasvegassun.com/news/2012/aug/04/one---kind-dennys-call-neonopolis-home/|access-date=2018-06-14}}</ref> |
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*[[Dick's Last Resort]] — A chain restaurant known for its intentionally obnoxious waitstaff. Opened in 2021 in the former Jillian's space.<ref>{{cite news|title=Once a last resort, Neonopolis buoyed by new business|work=Las Vegas Review-Journal|author=John Katsilometes|date=January 19, 2021|url=https://www.reviewjournal.com/entertainment/entertainment-columns/kats/once-a-last-resort-neonopolis-buoyed-by-new-business-2259035/|accessdate=2023-05-27}}</ref><ref>{{cite news|title=Dick's Last Resort grand opening in Las Vegas|work=Las Vegas Sun|date=May 13, 2021|url=https://lasvegassun.com/photos/galleries/2021/may/13/0513_sun_DicksLastResort/|accessdate=2023-05-27}}</ref> |
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*Don't Tell Mama ― A [[piano bar]] located on the mall's ground floor. It moved to Neonopolis in 2019 from its previous location on [[Fremont East]].<ref>{{cite news|title=Earth Wind & Fire fired up for Las Vegas Strip series|newspaper=Las Vegas Review-Journal|first=John|last=Katsilometes|date=March 20, 2019|url=https://www.reviewjournal.com/entertainment/entertainment-columns/kats/earth-wind-fire-fired-up-for-las-vegas-strip-series-1622736/|access-date=2019-03-21}}</ref> |
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*Fat Tuesday ― A [[frozen daiquiri]] shop, opened in 2020.<ref>{{cite news|title=Fat Tuesday's Grand Opening at Neonopolis|work=Las Vegas Sun|date=March 11, 2020|url=https://lasvegassun.com/photos/galleries/2020/mar/11/fat-tuesdays-grandopening/|access-date=2020-08-26}}</ref><ref>{{cite news|title=Fat Tuesday frozen daiquiri chain opens at Neonopolis|work=KLAS-TV|first=Eric|last=Jungblut|date=March 9, 2020|url=https://www.8newsnow.com/news/local-news/fat-tuesday-frozen-daiquiri-chain-opens-at-neonopolis/|access-date=2020-08-26}}</ref> |
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*[[Heart Attack Grill]] ― A hamburger restaurant, known for its medical theme and for offering the world's highest-calorie burger, opened in 2011.<ref>{{cite news|title=Downtown Joe: Death knocking at door of Heart Attack |
*Gene Woods Racing Experience ― An indoor [[go-kart]] track, opened in 2019.<ref>{{cite news|title=Indoor go-kart racing opens at Neonopolis in downtown Las Vegas|work=KSNV-TV|first=Cody|last=Miller|date=August 14, 2019|url=https://news3lv.com/news/local/indoor-go-kart-racing-opens-at-neonopolis-in-downtown-las-vegas|access-date=2020-08-26}}</ref> |
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*[[Heart Attack Grill]] ― A hamburger restaurant, known for its medical theme and for offering the world's highest-calorie burger, opened in 2011.<ref>{{cite news|title=Downtown Joe: Death knocking at door of Heart Attack Grill's unofficial spokesman|newspaper=Las Vegas Sun|first=Joe|last=Schoenmann|date=February 8, 2013|url=https://lasvegassun.com/news/2013/feb/08/death-knocking-door-heart-attack-grills-unofficial/|access-date=2018-06-14}}</ref><ref>{{cite news|title=Heart Attack Grill put to test as patron suffers heart attack|newspaper=Las Vegas Sun|first=Jackie|last=Valley|date=February 15, 2012|url=https://lasvegassun.com/news/2012/feb/15/heart-attack-grill-put-test-patron-suffers-heart-a/|access-date=2018-06-14}}</ref> |
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*International Eatery ― A [[food court]] with three outlets, opened in 2013 in the ground-floor former Luna Rossa Ristorante space, by HIG Management, a major operator of mall eateries.<ref>{{cite news|title=Food court giant snaps up space next to SlotZilla|newspaper=Las Vegas Review-Journal|first=Alan|last=Snel|date=May 5, 2014|url=https://www.reviewjournal.com/business/food-court-giant-snaps-up-space-next-to-slotzilla/| |
*International Eatery ― A [[food court]] with three outlets, opened in 2013 in the ground-floor former Luna Rossa Ristorante space, by HIG Management, a major operator of mall eateries.<ref>{{cite news|title=Food court giant snaps up space next to SlotZilla|newspaper=Las Vegas Review-Journal|first=Alan|last=Snel|date=May 5, 2014|url=https://www.reviewjournal.com/business/food-court-giant-snaps-up-space-next-to-slotzilla/|access-date=2018-06-14}}</ref><ref>{{cite news|title=Joe Downtown: Food court's success raising hopes for Neonopolis' owner|newspaper=Vegas Inc.|first=Joe|last=Schoenmann|date=January 23, 2014|url=https://vegasinc.lasvegassun.com/business/2014/jan/23/food-courts-success-raising-hopes-neonopolis-owner/|access-date=2018-06-14}}</ref> |
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*Little Neon Wedding Chapel ― A wedding chapel opened in 2016.<ref>{{cite news|title=Neon Chapel opens at Neonopolis in downtown Las Vegas|newspaper=Las Vegas Review-Journal|date=July 5, 2016|url=https://www.reviewjournal.com/local/local-las-vegas/neon-chapel-opens-at-neonopolis-in-downtown-las-vegas-photos/| |
*Little Neon Wedding Chapel ― A wedding chapel opened in 2016.<ref>{{cite news|title=Neon Chapel opens at Neonopolis in downtown Las Vegas|newspaper=Las Vegas Review-Journal|date=July 5, 2016|url=https://www.reviewjournal.com/local/local-las-vegas/neon-chapel-opens-at-neonopolis-in-downtown-las-vegas-photos/|access-date=2018-06-13}}</ref> |
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⚫ | *The Nerd ― A nightclub and bowling alley themed around comic books and video games, opened in 2017 in the second-floor former Drink & Drag space.<ref>{{cite news|title=Downtown Las Vegas nightclub, The Nerd, aims for 'anti-club atmosphere'|newspaper=Las Vegas Review-Journal|first=F. Andrew|last=Taylor|date=April 11, 2017|url=https://www.reviewjournal.com/local/east-valley/downtown-las-vegas-nightclub-the-nerd-aims-for-anti-club-atmosphere/|access-date=2018-06-13}}</ref><ref>{{cite news|title=Downtown's Nerd nightclub beckons geeks (and everyone else)|newspaper=Las Vegas Weekly|first=Mike|last=Prevatt|date=April 6, 2017|url=https://lasvegasweekly.com/intersection/2017/apr/06/downtowns-nerd-nightclub-beckons-geeks/|access-date=2018-06-13}}</ref> |
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⚫ | *Metropolitan Gallery of Las Vegas ― An art museum and gallery. Previously named the Southern Nevada Museum of Fine Art, it moved to Neonopolis in 2008.<ref>{{cite web|title=About Us|publisher=Southern Nevada Museum of Fine Art|url=http://snmfa.com/id71.html| |
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*Notoriety ― An entertainment venue and lounge, with several rooms hosting concerts, comedy nights, and other events.<ref name=radke>{{cite news|title=With bar closures, entertainment again stops at Notoriety in downtown Las Vegas|work=Las Vegas Sun|first=Brock|last=Radke|date=July 11, 2020|url=https://lasvegassun.com/news/2020/jul/11/notoriety-live-entertainment-neonopolis-closed/|access-date=2020-08-26}}</ref><ref>{{cite news|title=Downtown Las Vegas venue puts toe in the livestream|work=Las Vegas Review-Journal|first=John|last=Katsilometes|date=May 3, 2020|url=https://www.reviewjournal.com/entertainment/entertainment-columns/kats/downtown-las-vegas-venue-puts-toe-in-the-livestream-2020487/|access-date=2020-08-26}}</ref> Opened in 2019, in the former movie theater space on the third floor.<ref name=radke /> |
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*Substance — a warehouse-themed [[nightclub]] opening in July 2024.<ref>{{Cite magazine |last=Bain |first=Katie |date=2024-06-06 |title=New Las Vegas Nightclub, Substance, Set To Open Next Month |url=https://www.billboard.com/pro/las-vegas-nightclub-substance-fremont-street-insomniac-events/ |access-date=2024-06-21 |magazine=Billboard |language=en-US}}</ref> |
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⚫ | *The Nerd ― A nightclub and bowling alley themed around comic books and video games, opened in 2017 in the second-floor former Drink & Drag space.<ref>{{cite news|title=Downtown Las Vegas nightclub, The Nerd, aims for 'anti-club atmosphere'|newspaper=Las Vegas Review-Journal|first=F. Andrew|last=Taylor|date=April 11, 2017|url=https://www.reviewjournal.com/local/east-valley/downtown-las-vegas-nightclub-the-nerd-aims-for-anti-club-atmosphere/| |
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*Toy Shack ― A seller of vintage collectible toys. It moved to the shopping center in 2011 to capitalize on visitors familiar with its owner's frequent appearances on the television series ''[[Pawn Stars]]''.<ref>{{cite news|title=Downtown Las Vegas toy store shoots for the stars|newspaper=Vegas Inc.|first=Aida|last=Ahmed|date=September 26, 2011|url=https://vegasinc.lasvegassun.com/business/2011/sep/26/toy-store-shoots-stars/|access-date=2018-06-13}}</ref><ref>{{cite news|title=At Toy Shack in Neonopolis, every day's a playdate|newspaper=Las Vegas Review-Journal|first=Joanna|last=Haugen|date=July 15, 2012|url=https://www.reviewjournal.com/life/at-toy-shack-in-neonopolis-every-days-a-playdate/|access-date=2018-06-13}}</ref> |
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*Ultimate Sports Cards & Memorabilia ― A sports memorabilia shop, which moved to Neonopolis in 2012, like the Toy Shack, because of its owner's appearances on ''Pawn Stars''.<ref>{{cite news|title=Businesses scramble for share of 'Pawn Stars' fame|newspaper=Las Vegas Review-Journal|first=Caitlin|last=McGarry|date=August 22, 2012|url=https://www.reviewjournal.com/local/local-las-vegas/businesses-scramble-for-share-of-pawn-stars-fame/|access-date=2018-06-13}}</ref><ref>{{cite news|title=Action News at 6PM|newspaper=KTNV-TV|date=December 4, 2012|url=http://infoweb.newsbank.com/resources/openurl?ctx_ver=z39.88-2004&rft_dat=document_id%3Anews%252F142FB65740C163D0&rft_id=info%3Asid%2Finfoweb.newsbank.com&rft_val_format=info%3Aofi%2Ffmt%3Akev%3Amtx%3Actx&svc_dat=AWNB&req_dat=1028A39C75C2B899|via=NewsBank}}</ref> |
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*Ultimate Sports Cards & Memorabilia ― A sports memorabilia shop, which moved to Neonopolis in 2012, like the Toy Shack, because of its owner's appearances on ''Pawn Stars''.<ref>{{cite news|title=Businesses scramble for share of 'Pawn Stars' fame|newspaper=Las Vegas Review-Journal|first=Caitlin|last=McGarry|date=August 22, 2012|url=https://www.reviewjournal.com/local/local-las-vegas/businesses-scramble-for-share-of-pawn-stars-fame/|accessdate=2018-06-13}}</ref><ref>{{cite news|title=Action News at 6PM|newspaper=KTNV-TV|date=December 4, 2012|url=http://infoweb.newsbank.com/resources/openurl?ctx_ver=z39.88-2004&rft_dat=document_id%3Anews%252F142FB65740C163D0&rft_id=info%3Asid%2Finfoweb.newsbank.com&rft_val_format=info%3Aofi%2Ffmt%3Akev%3Amtx%3Actx&svc_dat=AWNB&req_dat=1028A39C75C2B899|via=NewsBank}}</ref> |
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==Previous tenants== |
==Previous tenants== |
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*Banger Brewing ― A {{convert|3000|sqft|adj=on}} pub and [[microbrewery]], opened in 2013 on the ground floor.<ref>{{cite news|title=Banger Brewing, downtown beer boys|newspaper=Las Vegas Weekly|first=Mark|last=Adams|date=January 9, 2014|url=https://lasvegasweekly.com/news/2014/jan/09/banger-brewing-downtown-beer-boys/|access-date=2018-06-13}}</ref><ref>{{cite news|title=Longtime friends team up to open brewery in Neonopolis|newspaper=Las Vegas Review-Journal|first=Nolan|last=Lister|date=May 20, 2013|url=https://www.reviewjournal.com/local/local-las-vegas/downtown/longtime-friends-team-up-to-open-brewery-in-neonopolis/|access-date=2018-06-13}}</ref> Closed in 2023.<ref>{{cite news|title=Banger Brewing to close its doors in downtown Las Vegas|work=KVVU-TV|author=Caitlin Lilly|date=March 29, 2023|url=https://www.fox5vegas.com/2023/03/29/banger-brewing-close-its-doors-downtown-las-vegas/|accessdate=2023-05-27}}</ref> |
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*Cannabition ― A [[marijuana]]-themed museum, opened in 2018.<ref>{{cite news|title=Cannabition: World's first interactive marijuana museum opens in Las Vegas|newspaper=The Independent|location=London|first=Helen|last=Coffey|date=September 21, 2018|url=https://www.independent.co.uk/travel/news-and-advice/cannabis-museum-cannabition-las-vegas-marijuana-drugs-bong-attraction-a8548671.html |archive-url=https://ghostarchive.org/archive/20220618/https://www.independent.co.uk/travel/news-and-advice/cannabis-museum-cannabition-las-vegas-marijuana-drugs-bong-attraction-a8548671.html |archive-date=2022-06-18 |url-access=subscription |url-status=live|access-date=2018-09-22}}</ref> Among the exhibits was Bongzilla,<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.latimes.com/nation/la-na-largest-bong-vegas-20180831-story.html|title=Vegas' salute to the cannabis culture: A 24-foot-long, fully functional bong|website=[[Los Angeles Times]] |date=31 August 2018}}</ref> billed as the world's largest [[bong]].<ref>{{cite news|title=Cannabis museum in Las Vegas gives sneak peek, will open in September|newspaper=Las Vegas Sun|first=Mick|last=Akers|date=August 30, 2018|url=https://lasvegassun.com/news/2018/aug/30/cannabis-museum-in-las-vegas-gives-sneak-peak-will/|access-date=2018-09-22}}</ref> Closed in 2019.<ref>{{cite instagram|user=cannabition|postid=B0brTuZhbQ8|title=Cannabition 1.0 is now closed.|date=July 27, 2019}}</ref> |
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⚫ | *[[Galaxy Theatres]] ― An 11-screen movie theater. Opened in 2002 as Crown Theatres, the center's original anchor tenant, with 14 screens.<ref name=sahagun /> Later reduced to 11 screens, and then taken over by Galaxy in 2006.<ref>{{cite news|title=Neonopolis looks to Galaxy Theaters for new energy|newspaper=Las Vegas Business Press|first=Arnold M.|last=Knightly|date=October 23, 2006|url=http://infoweb.newsbank.com/resources/openurl?ctx_ver=z39.88-2004&rft_dat=document_id%3Anews%252F1246107A0B465E28&rft_id=info%3Asid%2Finfoweb.newsbank.com&rft_val_format=info%3Aofi%2Ffmt%3Akev%3Amtx%3Actx&svc_dat=AWNB&req_dat=1028A39C75C2B899|via=NewsBank}}</ref> Closed in 2009.<ref>{{cite news|title=Neonopolis theaters to go dark Thursday night|newspaper=Las Vegas Review-Journal|first=Carol|last=Cling|date=May 6, 2009|url=https://www.reviewjournal.com/entertainment/food/neonopolis-theaters-to-go-dark-thursday-night/| |
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*Del Prado Jewelers ― A jewelry store that moved to the second floor of Neonopolis in 2006.<ref>{{cite news|title=John Katsilometes checks on an old pal at Neonopolis before saying farewell|newspaper=Las Vegas Sun|first=John|last=Katsilometes|date=May 10, 2007|url=https://lasvegassun.com/news/2007/may/10/john-katsilometes-checks-on-an-old-pal-at-neonopol/|access-date=2018-06-14}}</ref><ref>{{cite news|title=The Neverending Story|newspaper=Las Vegas Weekly|first=John|last=Katsilometes|date=July 3, 2007|url=https://lasvegasweekly.com/news/archive/2007/jul/03/the-neverending-story/|access-date=2018-06-14}}</ref> Closed in 2021.<ref>{{cite news|title=Family jewelry store, a fixture at Neonopolis, makes shift to online sales|work=Las Vegas Sun|author=Arleigh Rodgers|date=January 1, 2022|url=https://lasvegassun.com/news/2022/jan/01/family-jewelry-store-neonopolis-shift-online-sales/|accessdate=2022-01-02}}</ref> |
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*Drink and Drag ― A bowling alley and [[drag show|drag]] club, opened in 2012.<ref>{{cite news|title=Drink and Drag offers bowling, drag queens on Fremont Street|newspaper=Las Vegas Review-Journal|first=Caitlin|last=McGarry|date=May 4, 2012|url=https://www.reviewjournal.com/local/local-las-vegas/drink-and-drag-offers-bowling-drag-queens-on-fremont-street/|access-date=2018-06-13}}</ref> Closed in 2013 because of legal and financial issues.<ref name=spillman>{{cite news|title=Troubled Las Vegas nightclubs denied licenses|newspaper=Las Vegas Review-Journal|first=Benjamin|last=Spillman|date=October 2, 2013|url=https://www.reviewjournal.com/news/troubled-las-vegas-nightclubs-denied-licenses/|access-date=2018-06-13}}</ref> |
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*Evapor8 ― An [[e-cigarette]] shop, opened in 2013.<ref>{{cite news|title=Joe Downtown: Businesses breathing life into Neonopolis|newspaper=Las Vegas Sun|first=Joe|last=Schoenmann|date=August 8, 2013|url=https://lasvegassun.com/news/2013/aug/08/joe-downtown-businesses-breathing-life-neonopolis/|access-date=2018-06-13}}</ref> |
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*Fremont Arcade ― A [[video arcade]], opened in 2016 on the ground floor.<ref>{{cite news|title=Entrepreneurs turn arcade nostalgia into growing business in Las Vegas Valley|newspaper=Las Vegas Review-Journal|first=Alexander S.|last=Corey|date=October 15, 2016|url=https://www.reviewjournal.com/business/entrepreneurs/entrepreneurs-turn-arcade-nostalgia-into-growing-business-in-las-vegas-valley/|access-date=2018-06-13}}</ref><ref>{{cite news|title=Owner sees brighter days ahead for Neonopolis in downtown Las Vegas|newspaper=Las Vegas Review-Journal|first=Blake|last=Apgar|date=July 30, 2016|url=https://www.reviewjournal.com/business/owner-sees-brighter-days-ahead-for-neonopolis-in-downtown-las-vegas/|access-date=2018-06-13}}</ref> |
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⚫ | *[[Galaxy Theatres]] ― An 11-screen movie theater. Opened in 2002 as Crown Theatres, the center's original anchor tenant, with 14 screens.<ref name=sahagun /> Later reduced to 11 screens, and then taken over by Galaxy in 2006.<ref>{{cite news|title=Neonopolis looks to Galaxy Theaters for new energy|newspaper=Las Vegas Business Press|first=Arnold M.|last=Knightly|date=October 23, 2006|url=http://infoweb.newsbank.com/resources/openurl?ctx_ver=z39.88-2004&rft_dat=document_id%3Anews%252F1246107A0B465E28&rft_id=info%3Asid%2Finfoweb.newsbank.com&rft_val_format=info%3Aofi%2Ffmt%3Akev%3Amtx%3Actx&svc_dat=AWNB&req_dat=1028A39C75C2B899|via=NewsBank}}</ref> Closed in 2009.<ref>{{cite news|title=Neonopolis theaters to go dark Thursday night|newspaper=Las Vegas Review-Journal|first=Carol|last=Cling|date=May 6, 2009|url=https://www.reviewjournal.com/entertainment/food/neonopolis-theaters-to-go-dark-thursday-night/|access-date=2018-06-14}}</ref><ref>{{cite news|title=A grand slam|newspaper=Las Vegas CityLife|first=Amy|last=Kingsley|date=June 30, 2011|url=http://infoweb.newsbank.com/resources/openurl?ctx_ver=z39.88-2004&rft_dat=document_id%3Anews%252F13838702D4A69B18&rft_id=info%3Asid%2Finfoweb.newsbank.com&rft_val_format=info%3Aofi%2Ffmt%3Akev%3Amtx%3Actx&svc_dat=AWNB&req_dat=1028A39C75C2B899|via=NewsBank}}</ref> |
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*House of Selfies ― An "[[Instagram museum]]", opened in 2019.<ref>{{cite news|title=A new way to experience all Las Vegas has to offer in a selfie|work=KSNV-TV|first=Heather|last=Mills|date=June 21, 2019|url=https://news3lv.com/news/local/a-new-way-to-experience-all-las-vegas-has-to-offer-in-a-selfie|access-date=2020-08-26}}</ref><ref>{{cite news|title=Why do Instagram playgrounds keep calling themselves museums?|work=Bloomberg CityLab|first=Karen|last=Loew|date=October 16, 2019|url=https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2019-10-16/it-s-a-funhouse-for-selfies-but-is-it-a-museum|access-date=2020-08-26}}</ref> |
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*[[Jillian's]] ― A two-story restaurant, bar, and entertainment complex. Opened in 2002 as one of the complex's anchor tenants.<ref>{{cite news|title=Observers hopeful about new downtown attraction|newspaper=Las Vegas Sun|first=Erica D.|last=Johnson|date=October 15, 2002|url=http://infoweb.newsbank.com/resources/openurl?ctx_ver=z39.88-2004&rft_dat=document_id%3Anews%252F1326E24716C58F30&rft_id=info%3Asid%2Finfoweb.newsbank.com&rft_val_format=info%3Aofi%2Ffmt%3Akev%3Amtx%3Actx&svc_dat=AWNB&req_dat=1028A39C75C2B899|via=NewsBank}}</ref> Closed in 2008.<ref>{{cite news|title=Two versions of Jillian's demise, from man, wife |newspaper=Las Vegas Sun|first=Sam|last=Skolnik|date=December 9, 2008|url=https://lasvegassun.com/news/2008/dec/09/two-versions-jillians-demise-man-wife/|access-date=2018-06-14}}</ref> |
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*Krave Massive ― A gay nightclub, sister property of Drink and Drag, moved to the former Galaxy movie theater space from its previous location on the [[Las Vegas Strip]] in June 2013.<ref>{{cite news|title=State closes troubled Krave Massive|newspaper=Las Vegas Review-Journal|first=Benjamin|last=Spillman|date=August 31, 2013|url=https://www.reviewjournal.com/local/local-las-vegas/state-closes-troubled-krave-massive/|access-date=2018-06-13}}</ref> It was planned to be the largest gay club in the world, but never fully opened.<ref name=spillman /><ref>{{cite news|title=Krave to reopen at former Utopia site on Strip|newspaper=Las Vegas Weekly|first=Mike|last=Prevatt|date=October 18, 2013|url=https://lasvegasweekly.com/nightlife/2013/oct/18/krave-reopen-former-utopia-site-strip/|access-date=2018-06-13}}</ref> Closed after several months because of a tax dispute.<ref name=spillman /> |
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*Las Vegas Rocks Cafe ― A restaurant and lounge themed around the history of Las Vegas. Opened in 2009 in the former Jillian's space.<ref>{{cite news|title=Las Vegas Rocks|newspaper=Downtown View|first=Amanda|last=Llewellyn|date=December 29, 2009|url=https://infoweb.newsbank.com/resources/openurl?ctx_ver=z39.88-2004&rft_dat=document_id%3Anews%252F12CEC05EE02DD2D0&rft_id=info%3Asid%2Finfoweb.newsbank.com&rft_val_format=info%3Aofi%2Ffmt%3Akev%3Amtx%3Actx&svc_dat=AWNB&req_dat=1028A39C75C2B899|via=NewsBank}}</ref><ref>{{cite news|title=Venues take on new look|newspaper=Las Vegas Review-Journal|first=Mike|last=Weatherford|date=January 28, 2010|url=https://infoweb.newsbank.com/resources/openurl?ctx_ver=z39.88-2004&rft_dat=document_id%3Anews%252F12D9AC5137AA7148&rft_id=info%3Asid%2Finfoweb.newsbank.com&rft_val_format=info%3Aofi%2Ffmt%3Akev%3Amtx%3Actx&svc_dat=AWNB&req_dat=1028A39C75C2B899|via=NewsBank}}</ref> Closed in 2011.<ref>{{cite news|title=Las Vegas Rocks Cafe closes at Neonopolis, and we're surprised ... why, exactly?|newspaper=Las Vegas Sun|first=John|last=Katsilometes|date=February 15, 2011|url=https://lasvegassun.com/blogs/kats-report/2011/feb/15/las-vegas-rocks-cafe-closes-and-were-surprised-why/|access-date=2018-08-20}}</ref> |
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⚫ | *Metropolitan Gallery of Las Vegas ― An art museum and gallery. Previously named the Southern Nevada Museum of Fine Art, it moved to Neonopolis in 2008.<ref>{{cite web|title=About Us|publisher=Southern Nevada Museum of Fine Art|url=http://snmfa.com/id71.html|access-date=2018-06-13}}</ref><ref>{{cite news|title=Under one roof|newspaper=Las Vegas Review-Journal|first=Sonya|last=Padgett|date=February 26, 2009|url=http://infoweb.newsbank.com/resources/openurl?ctx_ver=z39.88-2004&rft_dat=document_id%3Anews%252F126AEE685D6B9DC0&rft_id=info%3Asid%2Finfoweb.newsbank.com&rft_val_format=info%3Aofi%2Ffmt%3Akev%3Amtx%3Actx&svc_dat=AWNB&req_dat=1028A39C75C2B899|via=NewsBank}}</ref><ref>{{cite news|title=Southern Nevada Museum of Fine Art|newspaper=Las Vegas CityLife|first=Jarret|last=Keene|date=October 27, 2008|url=http://infoweb.newsbank.com/resources/openurl?ctx_ver=z39.88-2004&rft_dat=document_id%3Anews%252F1241961E77B01E68&rft_id=info%3Asid%2Finfoweb.newsbank.com&rft_val_format=info%3Aofi%2Ffmt%3Akev%3Amtx%3Actx&svc_dat=AWNB&req_dat=1028A39C75C2B899|via=NewsBank}}</ref> The name was changed in 2017.<ref>{{cite news|title=The Metropolitan Gallery of Las Vegas Art Museum|newspaper=Las Vegas Woman|date=August 23, 2017|url=http://lvwomanmagazine.com/2017/the-metropolitan-gallery-of-las-vegas-art-museum/|access-date=2018-06-13}}</ref> |
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*Millennial Esports ― A {{convert|15000|sqft|adj=on}} venue for [[competitive video gaming]], opened in 2017 on the third floor.<ref>{{cite news|title=Esports arena debuts on Fremont Street Experience in Las Vegas|newspaper=Las Vegas Review-Journal|first=Brooke|last=Wanser|date=March 3, 2017|url=https://www.reviewjournal.com/business/tourism/esports-arena-debuts-on-fremont-street-experience-in-las-vegas/|access-date=2018-06-13}}</ref><ref>{{cite news|title=E-sports enthusiasts get boost with Neonopolis arena|newspaper=Las Vegas Sun|first=Mick|last=Akers|date=February 22, 2017|url=https://lasvegassun.com/news/2017/feb/22/millennial-esports-arena-set-to-open-in-neonopolis/|access-date=2018-06-13}}</ref> |
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*[[Poker Dome Challenge|Poker Dome]] ― A studio for nationally televised poker events. Opened in 2006 on the third floor, in space previously occupied by three of the movie theaters.<ref>{{cite news|title=At this Vegas dome, it's 'poker on steroids'|newspaper=Daily News of Los Angeles|first=Tom|last=Hoffarth|date=July 30, 2006|url=http://infoweb.newsbank.com/resources/openurl?ctx_ver=z39.88-2004&rft_dat=document_id%3Anews%252F11345D0CF0F62E00&rft_id=info%3Asid%2Finfoweb.newsbank.com&rft_val_format=info%3Aofi%2Ffmt%3Akev%3Amtx%3Actx&svc_dat=AWNB&req_dat=1028A39C75C2B899|via=NewsBank}}</ref> Closed in 2007.<ref>{{cite news|title=Neonopolis takes another hit as Poker Dome opts to fold|newspaper=Las Vegas Review-Journal|first=Benjamin|last=Spillman|date=June 16, 2007|url=http://infoweb.newsbank.com/resources/openurl?ctx_ver=z39.88-2004&rft_dat=document_id%3Anews%252F119D9453D2EF1F48&rft_id=info%3Asid%2Finfoweb.newsbank.com&rft_val_format=info%3Aofi%2Ffmt%3Akev%3Amtx%3Actx&svc_dat=AWNB&req_dat=1028A39C75C2B899|via=NewsBank}}</ref> |
*[[Poker Dome Challenge|Poker Dome]] ― A studio for nationally televised poker events. Opened in 2006 on the third floor, in space previously occupied by three of the movie theaters.<ref>{{cite news|title=At this Vegas dome, it's 'poker on steroids'|newspaper=Daily News of Los Angeles|first=Tom|last=Hoffarth|date=July 30, 2006|url=http://infoweb.newsbank.com/resources/openurl?ctx_ver=z39.88-2004&rft_dat=document_id%3Anews%252F11345D0CF0F62E00&rft_id=info%3Asid%2Finfoweb.newsbank.com&rft_val_format=info%3Aofi%2Ffmt%3Akev%3Amtx%3Actx&svc_dat=AWNB&req_dat=1028A39C75C2B899|via=NewsBank}}</ref> Closed in 2007.<ref>{{cite news|title=Neonopolis takes another hit as Poker Dome opts to fold|newspaper=Las Vegas Review-Journal|first=Benjamin|last=Spillman|date=June 16, 2007|url=http://infoweb.newsbank.com/resources/openurl?ctx_ver=z39.88-2004&rft_dat=document_id%3Anews%252F119D9453D2EF1F48&rft_id=info%3Asid%2Finfoweb.newsbank.com&rft_val_format=info%3Aofi%2Ffmt%3Akev%3Amtx%3Actx&svc_dat=AWNB&req_dat=1028A39C75C2B899|via=NewsBank}}</ref> |
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*Southern Nevada Center for the Arts ― An [[arts center]] providing studio and gallery space for local artists.<ref>{{cite news|title=Studio brings artists together in an unlikely place: Neonopolis|work=Las Vegas Review-Journal|author=Sonya Padgett|date=February 26, 2009|url=https://www.reviewjournal.com/entertainment/studio-brings-artists-together-in-an-unlikely-place-neonopolis/|accessdate=2022-01-02}}</ref> Opened in 2009 and closed later that year.<ref>{{cite news|title=Southern Nevada arts center moves downtown|work=Las Vegas Sun|author=Mary Manning|date=January 26, 2009|url=https://lasvegassun.com/news/2009/jan/26/southern-nevada-arts-center-moves-downtown/|accessdate=2022-01-02}}</ref><ref>{{cite news|title=Neonopolis Art Center: Gone, but maybe not forever|work=Las Vegas Weekly|date=June 11, 2009|author=Danielle Kelly|url=https://lasvegasweekly.com/ae/fine-art/2009/jun/11/neonopolis-art-center-gone-maybe-not-forever/|accessdate=2022-01-02}}</ref> |
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*[[Telemundo]] ― [[KBLR]], the Las Vegas affiliate of the Spanish-language television network, moved its studios to a {{convert|17500|sqft|adj=on}} space on the third floor in 2009.<ref>{{cite news|title=Star Trek and Telemundo make for strange bedfellows|newspaper=Las Vegas Sun|first=Mark|last=Hansel|date=February 6, 2009|url=https://lasvegassun.com/news/2009/feb/06/star-trek-and-telemundo-make-strange-bedfellowsh/|access-date=2018-06-13}}</ref><ref>{{cite news|title=Nowhere Man|newspaper=Vegas Seven|first=Sean|last=DeFrank|date=October 6, 2011|url=http://vegasseven.com/2011/10/06/nowhere-man/|access-date=2018-06-13}}</ref> |
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Neonopolis is a shopping center in Downtown Las Vegas, Nevada. Located on Fremont Street at the corner of Las Vegas Boulevard, the 250,000 sq ft (23,000 m2) complex features a mix of restaurants, entertainment venues, and shops. In keeping with the complex's name, it contains three miles of neon lights.[1]
History
[edit]Plans for Neonopolis were announced in December 1997.[2] It opened on May 3, 2002.[3]
In 2006, Prudential Real Estate sold Neonopolis to a development group led by Rohit Joshi for $25 million.[4] Joshi undertook an abortive rebranding of the center as Fremont Square, but ultimately the Neonopolis name was retained.[5][6][7] After temporarily closing in 2010 for redevelopment, Neonopolis underwent renovations in 2011 and reopened with new tenants.
Current tenants
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- Axehole ― An axe throwing range, opened in 2017.[8]
- Cat's Meow ― A 10,000-square-foot (930 m2) karaoke club located on the second floor, opened in 2019. It is the second location of a popular, long-established club in New Orleans.[9]
- Denny's ― A 6,400-square-foot (590 m2) flagship location for the diner chain, featuring a wedding chapel. Opened in 2012.[10][11]
- Dick's Last Resort — A chain restaurant known for its intentionally obnoxious waitstaff. Opened in 2021 in the former Jillian's space.[12][13]
- Don't Tell Mama ― A piano bar located on the mall's ground floor. It moved to Neonopolis in 2019 from its previous location on Fremont East.[14]
- Fat Tuesday ― A frozen daiquiri shop, opened in 2020.[15][16]
- Gene Woods Racing Experience ― An indoor go-kart track, opened in 2019.[17]
- Heart Attack Grill ― A hamburger restaurant, known for its medical theme and for offering the world's highest-calorie burger, opened in 2011.[18][19]
- International Eatery ― A food court with three outlets, opened in 2013 in the ground-floor former Luna Rossa Ristorante space, by HIG Management, a major operator of mall eateries.[20][21]
- Little Neon Wedding Chapel ― A wedding chapel opened in 2016.[22]
- The Nerd ― A nightclub and bowling alley themed around comic books and video games, opened in 2017 in the second-floor former Drink & Drag space.[23][24]
- Notoriety ― An entertainment venue and lounge, with several rooms hosting concerts, comedy nights, and other events.[25][26] Opened in 2019, in the former movie theater space on the third floor.[25]
- Substance — a warehouse-themed nightclub opening in July 2024.[27]
- Toy Shack ― A seller of vintage collectible toys. It moved to the shopping center in 2011 to capitalize on visitors familiar with its owner's frequent appearances on the television series Pawn Stars.[28][29]
- Ultimate Sports Cards & Memorabilia ― A sports memorabilia shop, which moved to Neonopolis in 2012, like the Toy Shack, because of its owner's appearances on Pawn Stars.[30][31]
Previous tenants
[edit]- Banger Brewing ― A 3,000-square-foot (280 m2) pub and microbrewery, opened in 2013 on the ground floor.[32][33] Closed in 2023.[34]
- Cannabition ― A marijuana-themed museum, opened in 2018.[35] Among the exhibits was Bongzilla,[36] billed as the world's largest bong.[37] Closed in 2019.[38]
- Del Prado Jewelers ― A jewelry store that moved to the second floor of Neonopolis in 2006.[39][40] Closed in 2021.[41]
- Drink and Drag ― A bowling alley and drag club, opened in 2012.[42] Closed in 2013 because of legal and financial issues.[43]
- Evapor8 ― An e-cigarette shop, opened in 2013.[44]
- Fremont Arcade ― A video arcade, opened in 2016 on the ground floor.[45][46]
- Galaxy Theatres ― An 11-screen movie theater. Opened in 2002 as Crown Theatres, the center's original anchor tenant, with 14 screens.[3] Later reduced to 11 screens, and then taken over by Galaxy in 2006.[47] Closed in 2009.[48][49]
- House of Selfies ― An "Instagram museum", opened in 2019.[50][51]
- Jillian's ― A two-story restaurant, bar, and entertainment complex. Opened in 2002 as one of the complex's anchor tenants.[52] Closed in 2008.[53]
- Krave Massive ― A gay nightclub, sister property of Drink and Drag, moved to the former Galaxy movie theater space from its previous location on the Las Vegas Strip in June 2013.[54] It was planned to be the largest gay club in the world, but never fully opened.[43][55] Closed after several months because of a tax dispute.[43]
- Las Vegas Rocks Cafe ― A restaurant and lounge themed around the history of Las Vegas. Opened in 2009 in the former Jillian's space.[56][57] Closed in 2011.[58]
- Metropolitan Gallery of Las Vegas ― An art museum and gallery. Previously named the Southern Nevada Museum of Fine Art, it moved to Neonopolis in 2008.[59][60][61] The name was changed in 2017.[62]
- Millennial Esports ― A 15,000-square-foot (1,400 m2) venue for competitive video gaming, opened in 2017 on the third floor.[63][64]
- Poker Dome ― A studio for nationally televised poker events. Opened in 2006 on the third floor, in space previously occupied by three of the movie theaters.[65] Closed in 2007.[66]
- Southern Nevada Center for the Arts ― An arts center providing studio and gallery space for local artists.[67] Opened in 2009 and closed later that year.[68][69]
- Telemundo ― KBLR, the Las Vegas affiliate of the Spanish-language television network, moved its studios to a 17,500-square-foot (1,630 m2) space on the third floor in 2009.[70][71]
References
[edit]- ^ "Neonopolis by any other name still has smell of disaster". Las Vegas Review-Journal. 2007-05-10. Retrieved 2024-06-21.
- ^ Zapler, Mike (December 18, 1997). "Downtown retail complex in works, officials say". Las Vegas Review-Journal – via NewsBank.
- ^ a b Sahagun, Diana (May 3, 2002). "Long-awaited Neonopolis opens in downtown Vegas". Las Vegas Sun. Retrieved 2018-06-14.
- ^ "Downtown project still in bad shape". Las Vegas Sun. December 14, 2006. Retrieved 2018-06-15.
- ^ Spillman, Benjamin (May 3, 2007). "Old woes but a new moniker". Las Vegas Review-Journal – via NewsBank.
- ^ "TV studio, nightclub considered for mall". Las Vegas Review-Journal. September 9, 2008 – via NewsBank.
- ^ Jourdan, Kristi (March 22, 2011). "Neonopolis in waiting". Downtown View. Las Vegas – via NewsBank.
- ^ Millward, Wade Tyler (September 29, 2017). "Ax-throwing attraction opens at Neonoplis in downtown Las Vegas". Las Vegas Review-Journal. Retrieved 2018-08-02.
- ^ Bracelin, Jason (July 18, 2019). "Cat's Meow aims to hit all the right notes in downtown Las Vegas". Las Vegas Review-Journal. Retrieved 2019-07-20.
- ^ Sieroty, Chris (November 30, 2012). "Marriage on Denny's menu". Las Vegas Review-Journal – via NewsBank.
- ^ Shine, Conor (August 4, 2012). "One-of-a-kind Denny's to call Neonopolis home". Las Vegas Sun. Retrieved 2018-06-14.
- ^ John Katsilometes (January 19, 2021). "Once a last resort, Neonopolis buoyed by new business". Las Vegas Review-Journal. Retrieved 2023-05-27.
- ^ "Dick's Last Resort grand opening in Las Vegas". Las Vegas Sun. May 13, 2021. Retrieved 2023-05-27.
- ^ Katsilometes, John (March 20, 2019). "Earth Wind & Fire fired up for Las Vegas Strip series". Las Vegas Review-Journal. Retrieved 2019-03-21.
- ^ "Fat Tuesday's Grand Opening at Neonopolis". Las Vegas Sun. March 11, 2020. Retrieved 2020-08-26.
- ^ Jungblut, Eric (March 9, 2020). "Fat Tuesday frozen daiquiri chain opens at Neonopolis". KLAS-TV. Retrieved 2020-08-26.
- ^ Miller, Cody (August 14, 2019). "Indoor go-kart racing opens at Neonopolis in downtown Las Vegas". KSNV-TV. Retrieved 2020-08-26.
- ^ Schoenmann, Joe (February 8, 2013). "Downtown Joe: Death knocking at door of Heart Attack Grill's unofficial spokesman". Las Vegas Sun. Retrieved 2018-06-14.
- ^ Valley, Jackie (February 15, 2012). "Heart Attack Grill put to test as patron suffers heart attack". Las Vegas Sun. Retrieved 2018-06-14.
- ^ Snel, Alan (May 5, 2014). "Food court giant snaps up space next to SlotZilla". Las Vegas Review-Journal. Retrieved 2018-06-14.
- ^ Schoenmann, Joe (January 23, 2014). "Joe Downtown: Food court's success raising hopes for Neonopolis' owner". Vegas Inc. Retrieved 2018-06-14.
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