Las Vegas has welcomed back a nightlife icon with the official opening of Ivan Kane’s Forty Deuce at Mandalay Bay. The grand opening celebration took place on December 31, 2025, coinciding with New Year’s Eve festivities, marking a highly anticipated return to the Las Vegas Strip for the renowned burlesque nightclub.
Guests filled the newly reimagined venue, now branded as Forty Deuce 2.0, ready to experience a unique blend of nightlife and live burlesque entertainment. The opening night showcased the venue’s signature style, featuring performances across multiple stages that captivated attendees. With DJ Graham Funke spinning tracks, the atmosphere pulsated with energy, enhanced by a spectacular display of lights, lasers, and visuals.
The grand opening also included performances from six talented dancers and two live bands, effectively delivering the immersive experience that Forty Deuce is known for after more than two decades in operation. Attendees celebrated the night with curated offerings, live entertainment, and a countdown to midnight led by the Forty Deuce dancers.
Ivan Kane, the creator and owner of Forty Deuce, expressed his excitement about reopening the venue in Las Vegas. “Opening Forty Deuce again in Las Vegas, and doing it on New Year’s Eve, was incredibly significant for me,” Kane said. “This city is where Forty Deuce belongs, and seeing the opening night guests experiencing it for the first time confirmed my belief that Forty Deuce is back at just the right moment.”
The venue is strategically located, discreetly hidden behind the escalators past The W Las Vegas and just off the casino floor. Forty Deuce operates from Thursday to Sunday, opening at 10:00 PM until late night. The nightclub continues its legacy of redefining nightlife with a combination of high-energy burlesque shows, live music, and DJs, creating an atmosphere that stands out on the bustling Strip.
For those interested in experiencing this vibrant nightlife destination, additional information and reservations are available at www.FortyDeuce.com. The reopening of Forty Deuce at Mandalay Bay signifies a rejuvenation of the Las Vegas nightlife scene, bringing back its unique flair just in time for the new year.
