This is Las Vegas where things are done with a flair.
Even imploding old hotels.
So when the Tropicana Las Vegas implosion takes place on Wednesday, Oct. 9 to make room for the A’s ballpark and entertainment resort destination, there will be fireworks. Literally. And you can watch it on the Internet.
The implosion of the Tropicana, which will happen at 2:30 a.m., Las Vegas (Pacific) time, will feature 555 drones and a fireworks display by Fireworks by Grucci. Due to safety restrictions, There will be no public viewing areas of the implosion. A live stream will be presented by the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority (LVCVA) on X at x.com/vegas and by Bally Live at ballylive.com and via the Bally Live app, available for download on all major platforms.
“The Tropicana Las Vegas was one of the original pioneers of the Strip, setting the stage for the vibrant, larger-than-life entertainment destination we know and love today,” said Soo Kim, chairman of Bally’s Corporation. “It’s fitting that this iconic site now represents the future of Las Vegas as we look forward to welcoming Major League Baseball, the Athletics, and an exciting new entertainment complex. This moment in Las Vegas history represents more than just the next chapter—it’s the evolution of the Strip, where legend meets innovation to create something truly unforgettable.”
“The demolition of the Tropicana is an important milestone in the process of bringing A’s baseball to the world-renowned Las Vegas Strip and the community of Southern Nevada,” said John Fisher, owner of the A’s. “We hope that, in time, this site will become a place of unforgettable experiences for fans of the game. We extend our gratitude to Bally’s and GLPI for their partnership as we embark on this project together.”
The Tropicana Las Vegas, often referred to as “The Trop,” was a cornerstone of the Las Vegas Strip since its opening in 1957. Developed by Miami-based businessman Ben Jaffe, its luxurious South Beach-inspired architecture and tropical theme set a new standard for opulence, quickly earning it the moniker “The Tiffany of the Strip.” The Tropicana boasted the largest casino in Las Vegas at the time of its opening, drawing in an elite crowd of high-rollers and celebrities.
For more than six decades, the Tropicana Las Vegas remained a fixture on the Strip, representing the evolution of entertainment, luxury and gaming in the city. From its Rat Pack-era heyday and the glamorous Folies Bergère to now the future home of the Athletics and a cutting-edge entertainment complex by Bally’s Corporation, the Tropicana’s history reflects the spirit of reinvention and excitement that defines Las Vegas. A full timeline of the history of the Tropicana Las Vegas is linked here.
The implosion is being facilitated by GGG Demolition in coordination with Controlled Demolition, Inc. (CDI).
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