For more than a decade, Bruno Mars has effectively ruled the Las Vegas Strip, driven by two record-breaking residencies at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas and Dolby Live that have collectively generated over $200 million. Now, that long-standing dominance has been formally recognized in spectacular fashion.
On April 10, the global superstar reached a new peak in his career with a series of historic honors from the city of Las Vegas. In a celebratory moment that blended showmanship with civic pride, a street was officially named Bruno Mars Drive, an official day was proclaimed in his honor, and he was presented with a ceremonial key to the city. The occasion was further marked by a state flag presentation from Nevada Governor Joe Lombardo, underscoring the magnitude of Mars’ cultural and economic impact on the entertainment capital.
The festivities coincided with the highly anticipated launch of his first major tour in over a decade, The Romantic Tour, which will see Mars performing in North American football stadiums for the very first time. The opening day unfolded like a full-scale celebration, complete with a lively parade — even featuring Hello Kitty — as fans gathered in massive numbers to honor the artist both during the day and later at Allegiant Stadium.
That evening, Mars delivered a commanding performance for a sold-out crowd of more than 65,000 fans. Taking the stage at approximately 8:50 p.m., he launched into a two-hour spectacle that seamlessly blended soul, funk, and pop into a high-energy, meticulously crafted show. From brand-new material to timeless hits, the setlist was designed as a complete immersion into his musical universe. A standout moment came with the return of Silk Sonic, as Mars reunited with Anderson .Paak for a series of crowd-favorite performances.
Opening with the soulful ballad “Risk It All” and building toward the explosive anthem “Uptown Funk,” the show unfolded as a dynamic journey through his evolving artistry. Backed by his band, The Hooligans, Mars combined razor-sharp choreography with impeccable live musicianship, transforming the concert into more than just a retrospective of hits. Instead, it served as a bold artistic statement — one that firmly establishes this new “Romantic” era as his most confident, charismatic, and fully realized phase yet.
With the newly bestowed title of the “King of Las Vegas,” Bruno Mars continues to redefine modern live performance, reinforcing his reputation as one of the most compelling and complete showmen on the global stage today.
Opening Night Setlist – The Romantic Tour
Risk It All
Cha Cha Cha
On My Soul
24K Magic
Treasure
God Was Showing Off
I Just Might
Perm
Why You Wanna Fight
Low Rider Medley (Oh Girl, Miss You, Everything, Wannabe, That’s What I Like)
Something Serious
Blast Off
777
Fly As Me
Smoking Out the Window
Leave the Door Open
Marry You
Die With a Smile
Piano Medley – It Will Rain
Talking to the Moon
When I Was Your Man
Locked Out of Heaven
Just the Way You Are
Uptown Funk
Dance With Me