Circus Circus Las Vegas

Circus Circus Las Vegas is a hotel and casino resort on the Las Vegas Strip. The property opened in 1968 and was conceived by casino developer Jay Sarno. Its circus theme and mix of gaming and entertainment distinguish it from resorts positioned primarily around luxury accommodation or adult nightlife. The property is privately owned by Phil Ruffin, who acquired it from MGM Resorts International in 2019. The resort’s current offer spans hotel rooms and suites, casino gaming, food and beverage, shopping, and family-oriented attractions. Its signature entertainment includes live circus performances, while its Midway features carnival games. Adventuredome, an indoor amusement park beneath a pink dome, offers rides and other attractions. The official site also promotes Slots-A-Fun, bingo, a pool area called Carnival Cove, and an RV park with hookups and convenience amenities. Dining ranges from THE Steakhouse to restaurants and quick-service options. The hotel presents accommodation as close to the resort’s attractions, and its website promotes rooms and suites in areas including the West Tower. The property also advertises offers and packages, including room deals and Adventuredome-related specials. Its resort-wide combination of a casino, hotel, amusement attractions, and family activities makes it a distinctive, entertainment-led Las Vegas resort rather than a hotel-only brand. Circus Circus primarily serves visitors to Las Vegas and markets its offerings to both casino guests and families. Its continuing identity centers on the circus theme, accessible entertainment, indoor rides, and a broad range of activities available within one resort. The official website describes it as home to a permanent circus and promotes live shows, gaming, attractions, dining, and lodging.

Circus Circus Las Vegas opened in 1968 as a casino resort conceived by Jay Sarno. Its circus-inspired identity made entertainment central to the property: casino gaming was combined with circus performances and attractions rather than being offered as a stand-alone casino experience. Over time, the property developed into a hotel and entertainment complex on the Las Vegas Strip. A major ownership change occurred in 2019, when MGM Resorts International sold Circus Circus to casino owner Phil Ruffin. The sale placed the resort under private ownership. Circus Circus continues to operate as a hotel and casino, with its public-facing offer combining rooms and suites, gaming, food and beverage, and attractions aimed at a broad visitor base. The resort’s attractions include live circus shows and the Midway, where guests can play carnival games. Adventuredome, an indoor amusement park beneath a large pink dome, adds rides and other family-oriented entertainment. The property has also promoted Slots-A-Fun and bingo as gaming options beyond its casino floor. Other components include dining venues such as THE Steakhouse, a pool and splash area branded Carnival Cove, shopping, and an RV park. The current official website presents Circus Circus as a destination where hotel stays, entertainment, and activities are gathered in one place. It promotes guest rooms and suites, dining, attractions, gaming, and special offers. The property’s identity remains closely linked to its circus theme and its mix of casino resort amenities and attractions for families. These features distinguish Circus Circus within the Las Vegas resort market, where many properties focus more heavily on luxury, nightlife, or convention business.

• 2019

  Phil Ruffin acquires Circus Circus

• 1968

  Circus Circus opens in Las Vegas

An entertainment-led Las Vegas Strip hotel and casino resort with a distinctive circus theme, combining gaming and lodging with indoor rides, live performances, and family-friendly activities.

• Hotel rooms and suites

  Accommodation at the resort, including rooms and suites promoted on the official website.

• Casino gaming

  Casino games and slot machines, with bingo also promoted as a gaming option.

• Adventuredome

  An indoor amusement park with rides and family-oriented attractions.

• Midway and circus shows

  Carnival games and live circus performances.

• Dining

  Dining options include THE Steakhouse, restaurants, and quick-service food.

• 2019

  Sale to Phil RuffinOther

1. 1Circus Circus Hotel & Casino | Las Vegascircuscircus.com
2. 2Circus Circus Las Vegasen.wikipedia.org
3. 3MGM Resorts International Announces Closing of Circus Circus Saleprnewswire.com