Las Vegas Events - Network in Vegas » Things to do http://networkinvegas.com Networkinvegas.com is the leading source of business information in Las Vegas. Quickly find out whats going on with the top Networking and Business Calendar . The site offers business articles, Convention Information and advice for doing business. Wed, 30 Jun 2010 04:13:04 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.9 en hourly 1 Basejumping off the Stratosphere http://networkinvegas.com/basejumpstratosphere/ http://networkinvegas.com/basejumpstratosphere/#comments Mon, 11 Jan 2010 02:27:03 +0000 Robert http://networkinvegas.com/?p=853 The Stratosphere  is about to attract the ultimate thrill seekers with there new Skyjump experience. Visitors will be able to experience the feeling of base jumping off their 1,149 foot tower.

Skyjump will join the resorts other rides which includes the Big Shot, Insanity and the X-Scream.  Officials announced that  their newest  thrill ride will open sometime in April.

Those brave enough to take on the Skyjump will experience a 855-foot freefall at speeds of up to 40 mph. Riders will be strapped into a custom jumpsuit, given a quick lesson and sent off the side of the Stratosphere.

For safety purposes officials have told us that there will be guide wires to keep people in place when jumping.

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An estimated  $30 million in revenue is expected to flow into the community at a time when we desperately need tourism dollars.

What to Expect:

  • Over 35 live bands
  • Cheerleaders
  • A group of running Elvis impersonators
  • A Run Through Wedding.
  • And other themed events

The marathon starts on Las Vegas Blvd, north of Russell Rd., near Mandalay Bay and finishes in the Mandalay Bay parking lot.
Marathon & Half Marathon Start: 6:15 a.m.

Las Vegas Blvd. from Sunset Road to Sahara Ave. will be closed from 3 a.m. to noon.

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Gift of Lights” at Sunset Park is a drive-through holiday light show that runs from November 13th  through January 3rd. Millions of holiday lights are on display as you drive through festive arches and tunnels with more than 400 animated and sparkling displays. The Gift of Lights show is a  Vegas tradition that is great for your entire family.

Cost: $15 per vehicle Fridays-Sunday and $13 per vehicle throughout the rest of the week.
Discounts: Get $2 off if you bring a bag of gently used items for the Goodwill of Southern Nevada.
Location: Sunset Park, 2601 E Sunset Road, Las Vegas

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