Mirage Volcano
Mirage Volcano
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The Mirage Volcano in front of Las Vegas’ MGM Mirage has been wowing travelers for over 30 years. The volcano erupts in a nightly fiery display against a background of dancing water jets—complete with a pulsating soundtrack and a kaleidoscopic light show. It actually emits heat to mimic an actual eruption. The show draws a sizeable crowd each time so it's recommended to get there early to snag a good viewing spot. Catch the show on a night tour of the city in a cute pink jeep, or enjoy an aerial view from a helicopter. – Tripadvisor
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- xalx119 contributionsWorth a visit!It's fun! Definitely worth a stop by on your Vegas visit. It's definitely not as crowded as the Bellagio either. Great show, good dramatic eruption with lots of fire and water spraying up. Goes for maybe 5 min but only once an hour (8,9,10,11 pm)Visited May 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten 9 May 2024
- Rachel & Andy393 contributionsA Fab Free Light, Fire, Sound & Water ShowVisited: 22/06/23 The Mirage Volcano is a nightly eruption of fire and water founatins to an intense soundtrack. The show is located on the Strip at The Mirage hotel and casino. It features synchronized flames, cascading waterfalls, and rhythmic music, creating a visually and audibly impressive spectacle. Each show typically occures every hour from 7:00 pm to 11:00 pm with each performance lasting approximately five minutes. This is definitely one of the best free shows on the Las Vegas strip! Get there early to get a good spot. Though be quick as the new owners of The Mirage, Hard Rock Hotels, may remove be the volcano in the near future. The Mirage Volcano is a unique and free experience unique to Vegas. It offers a brief but impressive display that is great for visitors of all ages!Visited June 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten 26 May 2024
- Prabhudoss RTiruchirappalli, India88 contributionsImpressive Bellagio Hotel fountain and Ventian Hotel Gondola rideWe had an awesome trip. We were impressed by the fountains of Bellagio Hotel, two canals of Venetian hotel with one canal on 2nd floor and Venice streets with artifical sky. Our visits to Grand Canyon west rim, Hoover dam, Bryce Canyon and Zion National park were exciting.Visited August 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten 25 August 2024
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Moved2Texas
Austin, TX2,529 contributions
Jan 2020 • Friends
We stopped to watch the Volcano eruption on the strip in front of the Mirage. It is a fun event complete with a musical buildup to the eventual “eruption.”
There was a big crowd gathered to watch the event that dispersed quickly when the show was over.
The price is right (free) and this show is part of the spectacle that is Las Vegas.
There was a big crowd gathered to watch the event that dispersed quickly when the show was over.
The price is right (free) and this show is part of the spectacle that is Las Vegas.
Written 28 January 2020
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Kate I
Custer, SD325 contributions
Feb 2022
GREAT SHOW! Great entertainment. Good Choreographed music/lighting/gas. Evening showing drew a nice size crowd everyone seamed to really enjoy the show. Volcano is scheduled to be demolished soon.
Written 7 February 2022
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jehenson81
Washington DC, DC25,952 contributions
Mar 2020 • Solo
So my first night in Vegas, I had planned to see this free show outside the Mirage but in the end I saw it from a couple blocks away. My second night, I made a point to see it and I have to say it rivals the Bellagio Fountain. It is done to music and you can feel the heat from the fire they project up and out. Really really cool. Only bad thing, they only do it hourly so you have to plan accordingly.
Written 7 March 2020
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Nyormirror
Bay City, MI2,072 contributions
May 2022 • Family
The most iconic free show in Las Vegas since 1989. Arrive at least 30-45 minutes before the earlier shows if you want to be on the fence otherwise there will be layers of spectators. Showtimes are 8p, 9p, 10p and 11p.
The spectacular production lasts about 5 minutes and you can even feel the heat from the volcano from across the water. I know that Vegas recreates itself to stay fresh and new but it’s going to sting a little when this quintessential landmark is no more.
The spectacular production lasts about 5 minutes and you can even feel the heat from the volcano from across the water. I know that Vegas recreates itself to stay fresh and new but it’s going to sting a little when this quintessential landmark is no more.
Written 31 May 2022
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Poppy9lives
Liverpool, UK261 contributions
Mar 2022 • Couples
Came here to see the volcano erupt and erupt it did. Make sure you get there early as gets extremely busy to the point were people pushing you ton get to the front. We were at the front and what an experienece. You feel the heat you see the volcano erupting with lava spitting everywhere to the sounds of music. Lasts about 10 to 15 minutes. Even little ducks come along for a feed before hand. The waterfall on the front of the mirage just a bit past the volcano is lovely. Defo worth a visit. Just beware of people pushing in. Was good to see.
Written 9 March 2022
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Rebby2k
New Castle, PA2,194 contributions
Feb 2020 • Solo
Top of the hour show - lasts around 10 minutes. Easy to find right in front of the Mirage Hotel/Casino and on the Strip. Great mix of water, lights, and fire make a fun show. You can feel the heat which adds to the experience. I would rate this second to the Bellagio Fountain show but still a must see during your visit to Vegas.
Written 14 February 2020
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JSwizer
Becker, MN175 contributions
Dec 2020 • Couples
Visited evening of December 6, 2020 to catch the first showing at 20:00. Never visited before, show was roughly five minutes and enjoyable for no charge. Only downside is it only shows 20:00-23:00 on the hour. Would recommend and go back to see again.
Written 6 February 2021
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JMCSTL
Saint Louis, MO7,511 contributions
Oct 2022
Some visitors may consider this nearly 35 year-old attraction lame or passe, but my wife & I found great enjoyment in the anticipation of the eruption as well as in the show. Good musical accompaniment, colorful lighting, intense fire spouts, and beautiful faux lava eruptions make the free show a hit with adults & kids alike. Get there early for a good viewing spot, and enjoy an 'ancient' Las Vegas Strip tradition.
Written 12 November 2022
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northernk
Phoenix, AZ13,310 contributions
Jun 2022
It's so sad we may be losing the iconic Mirage Volcano when the Hard Rock comes in and builds their guitar shaped hotel. If we do, it will be yet another tragic loss in the growing list of lose in Las Vegas history. So much fun to watch this show and feel the heat and the creativity of the original designers at work. It's fun to listen for the build up to the volcano as the jungle comes alive with the sounds of the water animals as they anticipate the coming volcano.
Written 11 July 2022
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donna s
Sheffield, UK41 contributions
Mar 2022
We stayed at the Mirage and it was manic the pace never stops, the volcano was absolutely brilliant it was jaw dropping really enjoyed it. It erupts every hour from 7pm. If you really want to see it I suggest you get a move on because The Mirage is now owned by Hard Rock Cafe who are going for a total refurbishment and tearing down the volcano to make a huge guitar frontage. It’s a shame because it was brilliant I’ve never seen anything like it before, highly recommended.
Written 28 March 2022
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Hi you can have a quick goole for the times as they change depending on the time of year. I think the last one is about 10.30 pm off peak, they do more shows at the weekend.
Written 20 May 2019
I went back and checked my video that was on from just prior to start through until just after it finished. The show was just under 5 minutes. watch from behind the volcano on the hotel side and there will be minimal crowds as compared to the masses on the street side.
Written 13 March 2019
i only stay in one room and thats the only room ill ever stay in this town i got a view you can make a post card of love love love volcano side always and then if you have a rented car from mirage can call valet at any time and look out my window and see it down at valet bye the way best valet guys and gals on strip dont forget to tip see ya im not going to tell you but just get on side of valcano also gets you in the mood heats you up quick thanks mirage pt
Written 16 September 2015
Cuanto dura mas o menos el show? y con cuanto de tiempo de anticipación recomiendan llegar?
Muchas gracias!!!!
Written 25 August 2015
Hola. El volcán entra en erupción a las 8 pm y 9 pm de domingo a jueves. El viernes y sábado hace un espectáculo adicional a las 10 pm. La duración es de aproximadamente 10 a 15 minutos. La anticipación dependerá de la temporada que visites, si es en alta como cuando yo fui desde como 20 minutos antes ya estaba relativamente lleno. Considero prudente ese tiempo antes que inicie el show.
Written 17 October 2015
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