Unconventional Event Ideas for Your Next Convention in Vegas
Let Lettuce's event teams help you be the host with the most
It’s convention season in Las Vegas, and if you’re headed to the desert oasis to entertain clients and colleagues, Lettuce Entertain You’s event and catering experts are ready to help you and your company plan an event that will have the whole convention buzzing! Read on for recommendations from our party planning pros on how to set your events apart from the rest.

When you’re looking to make an impression, “There is something to be said for location, location, location!” says Chloe Linder, director of special events at Eiffel Tower Restaurant. And this one never fails to impress: Located 110 feet up inside an exact half-size replica of the Eiffel Tower in Paris and nestled right in the heart of the famed Las Vegas Strip, Linder says, “You won’t find more spectacular views than the ones we have from our private event spaces and dining room, including sparkling marquees, amazing architecture and a direct view of the world famous Bellagio Fountains water show. There’s nothing else like it on The Strip.”
Can’t make a site visit? No problem—take the Eiffel Tower Restaurant 3D virtual tour to help you visualize how Linder and team can bring your event to life, complete with customizable menus of updated classic French cuisine from world-renowned Chef J. Joho, served reception-style, seated or via stations.
El Segundo Sol’s warm, greenery-filled spaces evoke the essence of coastal Mexico, with flexible spaces that can be adapted to cater to both intimate gatherings or large corporate functions. “We’ve hosted corporate team-building and client events that featured margarita and sangria-making, cooking instruction, and other customized experiences. We even have an authentic Mariachi band on speed dial to make your event extra festive!” says Director of Catering Tara Newman.

With a bar boasting more than 100 specialty tequilas and seasonally inspired
margaritas, this Tulum-inspired spot at Fashion Show Vegas is an ideal setting for convention attendees to unwind after a long day of meetings at a hosted tequila tasting dinner or cocktail class.
Team Bonding & Beer Pong at Happy Camper

“Nothing says team building like a good old fashioned game of beer pong!” says Senior Sales and Special Event Manager Mandy Lahlou. Add on a
Champbong or
Clawbong Toast, a Bloody Mary Bar or keepsake Disco Ball Cocktail Glasses (special order at an additional cost), and your team will feel appreciated for their hard work on the convention circuit.

Unwind on Happy Camper Las Vegas’ expansive indoor and outdoor space, which features fire pits, cabanas and communal tables. The retractable roof ensures comfortable patio seating year-round, while the menu boasts a variety of “Happy-tizers,” pizzas and signature cocktails to satisfy every taste. Whether you’re hosting a corporate event or simply seeking a place to relax with colleagues, Happy Camper provides a fun spot to end your busy day!

“Mon Ami Gabi offers a perfect blend of French sophistication and Vegas excitement,” says Brittany Saldaña, private and special events manager at Paris Las Vegas’ famed Strip-side French bistro. “We can coordinate everything from wine tastings and cooking classes, to brunches serving specialty macaron or madeleine favors. Or, add a little touch of Las Vegas’ world-famous entertainment by booking a strolling illusionist to bring extra whimsy to your client cocktail reception in our Front Bar,” she adds.

Mon Ami Gabi’s versatile spaces include a glass-enclosed Pavilion that opens to a patio accommodating up to 250 guests for semi-private gatherings, along with private dining rooms, hosting up to 80 guests for more intimate events. Whether you’re planning a business meeting, cocktail reception, or seated dinner or
brunch, Mon Ami Gabi’s blend of indoor and patio areas overlooking the Bellagio Fountains and people-watching on The Strip ensures a memorable—and magical—experience for all attendees!
Wine & Cocktail Experiences at RPM Italian

Whisk your VIPs away to Italy with an evening at RPM Italian in the Forum Shops at Caesars Palace! “We often curate wine and spirits tasting experiences either before a dinner with snacks or create a custom dinner that showcases pairings of four different expressions of a particular varietal,” says Newman, who also serves as catering manager at RPM Italian. “Past themes have included ‘Sangiovese, The Crown Jewel of Tuscany,’ or ‘A Night in Verona,’ which highlights the range of wines that each winery in Verona has to offer, such as Valpolicella, which makes three different styles of wine with the same grape blend. These events are
interactive, elegant, educational and, of course, delicious!”

RPM Italian offers a range of other event formats, including reception-style events with passed bites, epic grazing stations, and the ability to add on unique elements such as a local artist to create custom drawings during your event.
Inquire about convention events at RPM Italian

Named one of
People magazine’s “50 Most Beautiful Restaurants in America,” Summer House Las Vegas Private Events Manager Yasmina Martinez calls the California-inspired location at the Durango Resort & Casino, “A refreshing oasis in the desert—the perfect respite from the hustle and bustle of The Strip.” The 12-seat Cabana Room is ideal for intimate meetings or gatherings, and for larger events, the sun-drenched patio can host up to 100 seated guests or 125 for a standing reception, and the bright and airy main dining room can accommodate 160 guests seated or 200 for a reception.

“There’s no better way to end a busy day of convention panels and meetings than to relax with a glass of Summer House Signature Rosé!” Martinez says. An added bonus: Summer House can put together a selection of their signature oversized cookies from The Cookie Bar as takeaways for your guests, or deliver
catering trays of these sweet treats to your off-site meetings.
Explore all of Lettuce’s private event spaces in Las Vegas.