Aria's Jewel Nightclub to Permanently Close

Aria Resort & Casino in Las Vegas, which is part of MGM Resorts International, is closing its iconic Jewel nightclub. The club will permanently close its doors on November 21, 2026. The company has not officially explained the reason for the closure.

MGM said the decision was reached by mutual agreement with Tao Group Hospitality, which operates Jewel. The company also noted that guests can experience Las Vegas nightlife at Marquee at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas.

According to some reports, Jewel had already reduced its weekly operating days to two. This may indicate that the venue has been facing difficulties for some time.

Jewel opened on May 19, 2016. The club was initially run by Hakkasan Group and targeted a young audience by hosting celebrities and famous DJs. In 2021, Hakkasan Group was acquired by Tao Group Hospitality. Two years later, Tao Group Hospitality was sold to Mohari Hospitality.

Known for its capacity of 1,925 people, LED dome and VIP suites, Jewel hosted names such as Drake, Usher, Lil Jon and The Chainsmokers. The venue also hosted the 16th birthday party of the daughter of UFC president Dana White. Jewel had replaced Haze Nightclub at Aria. Haze opened in 2009 and closed in 2014. This picture suggests that demand in Las Vegas nightlife can shift and the market can become saturated. The growth of social restaurants, lounges and bars, meanwhile, has pulled interest away from nightclubs.