Thomas and Mack Center: events, getting there and where to stay
Thomas and Mack Center is a arena in Las Vegas, about 3 km from the centre. It hosts 2 of the events we cover, including National Finals Rodeo, UNLV Commencement. Below: dates, how to get there, where to stay nearby and what to do around it.
Thomas and Mack Center in short
- Type
- Arena
- Where
- Las Vegas, United States, about 3 km from the centre
- Events we cover
- 2
- Next up
- National Finals Rodeo, 3 to 12 December 2026 (expected)
- Getting there
- Off the Strip near UNLV; shuttles from resorts.
Events at Thomas and Mack Center
Las Vegas, United StatesCulture8 May 2027*UNLV Commencement
Las Vegas, United StatesGraduation
Getting to Thomas and Mack Center
Off the Strip near UNLV; shuttles from resorts.
Off the Strip; rideshare.
Harry Reid International (LAS) is 10 minutes from the Strip. Rideshare is about $25 to $35; taxis use zone fares.
Public transport directions to Thomas and Mack Center
Where to stay near Thomas and Mack Center
| Budget | Where | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Budget | Downtown and Fremont Street | Cheapest rooms, 15 minutes from the Strip by the Deuce bus. |
| Mid-range | Center Strip (Flamingo Road) | Walk to most venues, many resort fees. |
| Splurge | Wynn, Bellagio and the Cosmopolitan | The top resorts. |
Three hotels we would book
- Budget: The LINQ Hotel
- Mid-range: Park MGM
- Splurge: Wynn Las Vegas
Things to do near Thomas and Mack Center
Free hours before or after an event: the best-rated tours and activities in Las Vegas.
Evenings
Weather by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Daylight (15th) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 14°C | 1°C | 18 mm | 9 h 57 min |
| February | 16°C | 3°C | 23 mm | 10 h 49 min |
| March | 22°C | 7°C | 12 mm | 11 h 52 min |
| April | 26°C | 11°C | 8 mm | 13 h 04 min |
| May | 32°C | 16°C | 3 mm | 14 h 04 min |
| June | 39°C | 22°C | 1 mm | 14 h 36 min |
| July | 41°C | 26°C | 15 mm | 14 h 23 min |
| August | 40°C | 25°C | 15 mm | 13 h 31 min |
| September | 35°C | 20°C | 9 mm | 12 h 21 min |
| October | 27°C | 13°C | 13 mm | 11 h 12 min |
| November | 19°C | 6°C | 12 mm | 10 h 12 min |
| December | 13°C | 1°C | 18 mm | 9 h 43 min |
Questions people ask
What events are held at Thomas and Mack Center?
National Finals Rodeo, UNLV Commencement.
How do I get to Thomas and Mack Center?
Off the Strip near UNLV; shuttles from resorts.
When is the next big event at Thomas and Mack Center?
National Finals Rodeo, 3 to 12 December 2026 (expected).
Where should I stay near Thomas and Mack Center?
Center Strip (Flamingo Road): Walk to most venues, many resort fees.