Fremont Street

Fremont Street contains the world second biggest TV screen, reaching over 450m long over your heads, which shows a short show every hour at night. We saw a Queen show, showing live footage and music videos from Freddy Mercury and Queen. Quite fitting seeing as Freddy would be 65 today. When they do the shows, which are only about 10 minutes long, all of the surrounding lights are turned off.

The street contains the old Vegas signage which is featured in the old Vegas movies, TV series and music videos (think Elvis, James Bond and U2).

I am sure that you recognise this Cowgirl. And yes I know, in Vegas sex is everywhere.

In the past cars drive down Fremont street, but now it has been pedestrianized.

There are three stages, each paying different music, and they are all free, so grab a Margarita and head on down for some live music and entertainment.This was one of the 80’s pop band.

And here is a 80’s rock band (the theme for the month was 80’s). Situated about 5 miles from the main strip, it is just as busy, but far cheaper, even cheaper than a meal in Cape Town.

There are plenty of celebraties there, including stormtoopers and a suite of Disney characters. I doubt that any are official, but they all will swap a photo for some cash.  2-3 hours is probably long enough to take in the street, but a different experience to the main strip and worth a visit!

 

5 Comments

  1. Justin said:

    Nice mate, so jealous you guys were there! Great pics, look forward to seeing more!

    September 5, 2011
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  2. Steffi said:

    Great impressions from your travel!Fantastic pics!

    September 6, 2011
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  3. Craig said:

    Thanks Justin and Steffi, such a great place to shoot. The question in Vegas of often what not to shoot, lots more pics coming soon.

    Glad you are enjoying them.

    September 7, 2011
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  4. Smith Poul said:

    Hey there!! Those pics are amazing! What a mind-blowing V screen there!! Fremont Street is really a famous for its famous reputation…… I’ve enjoyed the performance of 80?s rock band. . Definitely come back for more of these most recent views…. :)

    October 6, 2011
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    • Craig said:

      Thanks Smith, that screen is amazing, and the bands are pretty good as well (and free). Glad you like the pics. Highly recommended if you are in Vegas

      October 6, 2011
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