Big Jim’s Patriots Road Trip Guide to: The Las Vegas Raiders
While I certainly didn’t think it’d be a great season for the Patriots in 2023, I, like pretty much everyone else, never would have thought they’d be THIS bad this quickly. And while it feels like a lost season just a little more than a month in, many of you have already booked your pricey road trips with this weekend’s in Las Vegas likely being the one you that was immediately circled for you & your good time buddies when the schedule came out back in April just like last year.
With that, let’s get to the other things you can do this weekend leading up to this game on Sunday which, let’s be honest, will likely be just as terrible as the last few.
1) DO: COME JOIN ME AT CIRCA!
For the first time in nearly ten years, yaboi returns to Las Vegas. Friday night come huddle up at the Overhang at Circa from 7-to-9pm where there’s a Patriots Party with giveaways, drink specials, and me likely stumbling around after a day baking myself at the pool.
Oh! Speaking of the pool, if you can’t make it Friday night, come by Stadium Swim at Circa – which features 6 pools, a 143-foot HD screen, and swim-up bars on Saturday from 1-to-3:30 PST for the first ever remote Gasper & Murray!
Circa Swim looks absolutely insane, and I’m legitimately pumped to finally see this place up close n’ personal, so swing (or swim) on through and join us. I’m sure will have some kind of fancy-ass swim trunks or beachwear he’ll be rockin’.
U2 performing at the Sphere in Las Vegas (credit: Rich Shertenlieb)
2) DO: GO SEE U2 AT THE SPHERE!
I’m sure you’ve seen the photos of the place.
Hell, you’ve probably already talked to friends of yours who’ve already been.
The Sphere at the Venetian Resort looks to be the most impressive concert venue on planet Earth.
The only problem for me is, is the band who’s opening it is U2, who I find as boring as they are insufferable.
Yes, I know I’m in the minority here, and you’re probably more horned up to see them than you are the Patriots, so you should totally go just to experience the venue and because the tickets are less than half than what they’re getting for Adele the same nights over the weekend.
Photo: Big Jim Murray
3) DO: GO SHOOT HEAVY MACHINE GUNS!
During your stay, if you and the boys feel the need to shoot off some rounds from high-powered weaponry (like an Uzi!) then you should stop by The Gun Store on 2900 E. Tropicana Ave.
This is not just any ol’ gun range, gang.
There are AK47s, M1A1 submachine guns and several other guns and rifles all for you n’ your itchy trigger finger.
All you need is your driver’s license and a little amount of money to have yourself a shootin’ good time.
4) DO: GO TO THE RHINO!
Friends that have been, have surely told you about the Spearmint Rhino and yes, the hype is real.
You’ll likely never see this many scantily clad hots in one room in your life.
Yes, it’s expensive.
Expensive cover charge, expensive drinks ($14.00 Bud Lights!!) a lot of hustle, and a non-stop effort to leave you broke, sticky and confused.
But….
If you’ve never been, you should indeed treat yourself to one of the world’s greatest gentlemen’s clubs.
(Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images)
5) DO: ACT LIKE A REAL PIG
If you’ve never pigged out at a Las Vegas Buffet, you owe it to yourself to do it at least once.
Vegas buffets were renowned for their wide selection of dishes, including American, international, and exotic cuisine. You could find everything from traditional comfort food to high-end seafood and gourmet options.
While the quality of food could vary from one buffet to another, many of the top-tier Vegas buffets offered high-quality dishes prepared by skilled chefs.
So, if you’re down to eat until you feel shame (an American tradition unlike any other!) this handy guide will help you choose which Las Vegas buffet is right for you.
