LUKE COMBS' CATEGORY 10 AT FLAMINGO LAS VEGAS SET TO OPEN OCT. 15
The Opening Weekend Celebration includes Special Performances, Giveaways and Line Dancing
LAS VEGAS, NV (September 30, 2026) - Luke Combs' Category 10 Las Vegas is officially opening its doors at 11 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 15. The entertainment venue at Flamingo Las Vegas will kick off its opening day with Dingo, who will raffle off five pairs of boots to the first 50 guests who enter the venue. The celebration will continue through Sunday with free line dancing and special performances by artists TJ Favella, Desert Heat and DJ Eric Rhodes.
In honor of the opening, Category 10 has launched exclusive Las Vegas merchandise available today at category10.com. Fans who spend $60 will receive a free Category 10 Las Vegas poster through opening weekend. The brand-new venue is also seeking the biggest fans to be among the first to experience Category 10 Las Vegas. Fans can enter to win Category 10's Las Vegas Getaway Sweepstakes now until Oct. 31 at 11:59 p.m. CT. The prize package includes roundtrip airfare to Las Vegas, a two-night hotel stay at Flamingo Las Vegas, a VIP dinner for two at Category 10 and more. Additional information can be found at category10.com/lasvegas/getaway-sweeps.
The three-story venue at Flamingo Las Vegas spans 34,000 square feet, holds 800 seats and includes a 3,000 square foot rooftop where guests can enjoy views of the iconic Las Vegas strip. Category 10 features seven interior bars, two stages, a retail area and a hat wall that includes both hats from Luke's personal collection, plus hats from his fans around the world. Across its three floors, the venue offers a variety of spaces that can accommodate gatherings and private events of all sizes. Category 10 boasts multiple experiences for fans to explore, including:
- Hurricane Hall: Found on the first floor, the main dining hall features three bars as well as a central stage and dance floor, paired with an immersive light and sound experience. Outfitted with state-of-the-art video, acoustics and lighting, Hurricane Hall delivers a concert quality atmosphere with curated artist line-ups performing daily. The hall will host the brand’s famous free line dancing lessons.
- The Beautiful Crazy Women’s Lounge: The lounge is located directly outside of the women’s restroom on the first floor. A champagne bar, soft seating, makeup counters and Hollywood vanity mirrors create the perfect setting for a lady's night out.
- The Still: Tucked away on the second floor, The Still draws inspiration from Luke’s songwriting, creating an intimate and elevated setting. Guests can enjoy an extensive selection of bourbons, hand-selected by Luke, while taking in the main stage below. The Still also has adjacent outdoor patio space with scenic views of the cityscape.
- The Eye Rooftop: The third level covered rooftop features a DJ booth, dance floor and bar with incredible views of the famed Las Vegas Strip.
- Hurricane Bar: Positioned perfectly for visitors on The LINQ Promenade and Las Vegas Blvd, this walk-up bar features frozen and signature cocktails to either enjoy in-venue or take away while walking around the city.
The venue’s made-from-scratch, Combs-inspired menu features signature items with a nod to Luke's Appalachian upbringing. Fan favorite entrees include the Carolina Smoked Ribs and Deep Sea Señorita Shrimp Skewers as well as hand-held items, the Smoky Mountain Chicken Sandwich and the Carolina Bar-B-Que Chicken Flatbread.
In addition, the Category 10 menu also boasts an extensive selection of specialty cocktails, frozen alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, beer and wine. Category 10's specialty cocktails are served in signature souvenir cups. Top sellers include:
- Hurricane: Bacardi Silver Rum, Ole Smoky Hunch Punch, passion fruit purée, fresh-pressed lemon and lime, orange juice and grenadine.
- Beautiful Crazy Sangria: House red wine, Grand Marnier, Mr. Boston Blackberry Brandy, fresh-pressed lemon and lime and sangria fruit.
- Ain’t No Love: Wheatley Vodka, Aperol, Owen’s Watermelon Chili, fresh-pressed lime, and club soda.
- GHOST Purple Skies: Tito’s Handmade Vodka, GHOST® Energy “OG” Original, Owens Prickly Pear and fresh-pressed lime.
Category 10 Las Vegas sits directly on The Strip at 3555 S Las Vegas NV 89109 at Flamingo Las Vegas. For the latest updates and opening weekend schedule, please visit www.category10.com and follow @officialcategory10 on social media.
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About Category 10:
Inspired by Luke’s certified RIAA Diamond debut #1 hit, "Hurricane," Category 10 is an off-the-charts entertainment experience, bringing the best in live music, line dancing, food and spirits. Category 10 is owned and operated by Opry Entertainment Group, a subsidiary of Ryman Hospitality Properties (NYSE: RHP), and designed in partnership with design and innovation firm, Journey. The entertainment venues are found in Nashville, Tennessee and Las Vegas, Nevada. A third location is scheduled to open at Universal Orlando’s CityWalk in early 2028. For the latest updates on Category 10, visit www.category10.com and social media including Instagram, Facebook, X, TikTok and YouTube.
About Opry Entertainment Group:
Rooted in the unparalleled country music history of the Grand Ole Opry, Opry Entertainment Group (OEG), produces multi-platform entertainment experiences through its growing portfolio of owned and managed entertainment venues and live event businesses. This includes the world-famous Grand Ole Opry, the iconic Ryman Auditorium, WSM Radio, ACL Live at Moody Theater, the Blake Shelton-inspired Ole Red brand, the Luke Combs-inspired Category 10 brand, Ascend Federal Credit Union Amphitheater, CCNB Amphitheatre at Heritage Park and Southern Entertainment, a premier festival production company. Through concerts, tours, music-inspired restaurants, retail, publishing, digital content and more, OEG connects millions of music fans to the artists they love through experiences they’ll never forget. OEG is a subsidiary of Ryman Hospitality Properties, Inc. (NYSE: RHP).
About Flamingo Las Vegas:
Located in the heart of the Las Vegas Strip, Flamingo Las Vegas is a true desert oasis. The center-Strip resort features more than 3,500 guest rooms and suites, including the renovated Flamingo Rooms and Suites, as well as unique Bunk Bed Rooms and Suites. The iconic hotel-casino is home to a sprawling 15-acre pool complex and wildlife habitat, featuring waterfalls, mature island vegetation, tropical wildlife, the all-new Go Pool for guests 21 and older, the Family Pool and several outdoor wedding gardens. Flamingo Las Vegas offers a variety of dining options, such as vintage-inspired Bugsy & Meyer’s Steakhouse, Lisa Vanderpump’s third Las Vegas venue Pinky’s by Vanderpump, the second Gordon Ramsay Burger on The Strip, Miami’s iconic Havana 1957 and Cortadito Coffee House and a Salt & Straw scoop shop. The resort also hosts an all-star line-up of entertainers, including Piff The Magic Dragon, the late-night adult revue X Burlesque, RuPaul’s Drag Race LIVE! Las Vegas, as well as Mr. Las Vegas, Wayne Newton. The flagship Inscriptagraphs Memorabilia retail store at the resort showcases sports and entertainment collectibles. In the fall of 2026, Flamingo Las Vegas will welcome Category 10, a Luke Combs-inspired entertainment experience by Opry Entertainment Group. Flamingo Las Vegas features more than 93,000 square feet of casino space, including Caesars Sportsbook kiosks and a live betting window. Flamingo Las Vegas is operated by a subsidiary of Caesars Entertainment, Inc. (NASDAQ: CZR). For more information, please visit flamingolasvegas.com or the Caesars Entertainment media room. Find Flamingo Las Vegas on Facebook and follow on X and Instagram. Must be 21 or older to gamble. Know When To Stop Before You Start.® If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling or texting 1-800-522-4700, Caesars License Company, LLC.
Category 10 Media Contact:
Emily Cunningham
Ryman Hospitality Properties
ecunningham@rymanhp.com
Flamingo Las Vegas Media Contact:
Kala Peterson
Caesars Entertainment
KPeterson1@caesars.com