LAS VEGAS (FOX5) — The Neon City Festival is returning to downtown Las Vegas Nov. 20-22, and organizers have announced the first headliners for this year’s event.
Hip-hop artist Fat Joe, electronic music artists Kaskade, Marshmello and Subtronics, and alternative rock group The Fray are the top-billed names. Additional headliners and the full lineup will be announced in the coming weeks.
The festival is presented in partnership with the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority, Fremont Street Experience and Audacy. The free, all-ages event will transform downtown Las Vegas into what organizers describe as an open-air playground featuring live music, local food and beverage vendors, art installations and immersive entertainment experiences.
Festival footprint and new partner
The event, described as a “festival without fences,” will span the Fremont Street Experience’s three stages and the Downtown Las Vegas Events Center, creating a five-block footprint.
New this year, Neon City Festival welcomes Audacy as a Premier Partner. Audacy is one of the nation’s audio content and entertainment companies.
“Neon City Festival is exactly the kind of live, immersive experience that brings the power of audio to life,” said Gina Massenzi, senior vice president of sales for Audacy Las Vegas. “Audacy is proud to help connect audiences with an unforgettable weekend of music, entertainment and community in the heart of downtown Las Vegas. We’re excited to help amplify the festival and create even more ways for fans to discover, engage and celebrate together.”
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Headliners
The headlining acts, in alphabetical order:
Fat Joe, a Grammy Award-nominated hip-hop artist from the Bronx and founder of Terror Squad, is known for hits including “Lean Back,” “What’s Luv?,” “Make It Rain” and “All the Way Up.”
Kaskade, a Grammy Award-nominated electronic music artist, has hits including “Atmosphere,” “Disarm You” and “Fire & Ice.”
Marshmello has amassed billions of streams through hits including “Happier,” “Silence” and “Alone.”
Subtronics is known for bass drops and sound design in electronic music performances.
The Fray is known for songs including “How to Save a Life,” “Over My Head (Cable Car)” and “You Found Me.”
Additional festival offerings
Neon City Festival will also feature food and drink specials from local Las Vegas vendors, laser shows, pop-up art activations, and The Canopy at Fremont Street Experience illuminated with neon visuals. Additional artists, daily performance schedules and other festival details will be announced in the coming weeks.
“There’s nothing like the energy of Neon City Festival, and this year’s headliners are just the beginning,” said Jeff Victor, CEO of Neon City Festival. “From electronic dance music and alternative rock to hip-hop and timeless favorites, we’re excited to welcome an incredible group of artists to downtown Las Vegas. We can’t wait to reveal the full lineup in the weeks ahead.”
Festival history
Neon City Festival was created by downtown Las Vegas casino owner Derek Stevens with support from the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority. Jeff Victor was appointed as the festival’s CEO.
“This festival was designed to celebrate the vibrancy of downtown Las Vegas, and every year we continue to raise the bar,” said Stevens, creator of Neon City Festival. “This first look at our lineup is only the beginning, and we look forward to sharing even more exciting announcements in the weeks ahead.”
Steve Hill, president and CEO of the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority, said the festival has grown since its debut in 2024.
“Neon City Festival adds another exciting dimension to one of Las Vegas’ biggest weekends, giving visitors yet another compelling reason to experience the energy and character of downtown,” Hill said. “The festival has grown significantly since its debut in 2024, and we are grateful to the partners and downtown leaders whose collaboration brings it to life each year.”
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