Las Vegas welcomes legendary entertainers in 2017

Wrapping up another record-breaking year, Las Vegas will continue its reign as the "Entertainment Capital of the World" in 2017 thanks to non-stop performances by internationally known headliners as well as breathtaking stage shows. Opening in the coming months, visitors will be able to enjoy numerous new, only-in-Vegas entertainment offerings in the new year.

"Visitors from around the world come to Las Vegas for the wide array of phenomenal entertainment the destination offers," said Cathy Tull, senior vice president of marketing for the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority. "We look forward to welcoming these new headliners and their fans to the destination in 2017."

Pop sensation Backstreet Boys will kick-off its highly anticipated Las Vegas residency, "Backstreet Boys: Larger Than Life," Wednesday 1 March. Adding to an already impressive lineup of performers, the Grammy Award nominated group's residency will take place at The AXIS inside Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino, which was recently recognized as the top selling music venue in the United States.

Serving as the gateway to the newest entertainment district along the Strip, the recently opened Park Theater at Monte Carlo Las Vegas Resort & Casino will be home to numerous limited engagements and residencies by internationally known superstars. The dynamic new theater will welcome four-time Grammy Award-winner Bruno Mars for performances on; 11-12 March and 2-3 September 2017.

Oscar, Emmy, Grammy and Golden Globe Award-winning Goddess of Pop Cher will return to Vegas to debut CLASSIC CHER, an all-new residency featuring her chart-topping classics at Park Theater, on Wednesday, 8 February. Recently announced, Latin superstar Ricky Martin will also bring a high-energy and thrilling headlining residency to the vibrant music venue, starting on Wednesday, 5 April.