Bright Lights, Bold Connections
HBA Annual Conference Tuesday Night Activities
Looking for something fun to do Tuesday evening at the 2025 HBA Annual Conference? We’ve got you covered! This series of small group activities, hosted by HBA Member Leaders, will allow you to meet fellow attendees, explore, and make meaningful connections beyond the conference sessions. From Dine Arounds to interactive experiences, these activities are sure to make your experience unforgettable!
Sign up HERE for your desired activity to secure your spot. Sign up is quick and easy! Register early, as some deadlines are approaching quick. Sign ups are first-come, first-served.
PLEASE NOTE: All meetups are pay-your own way, so please be prepared to split the bill or Venmo/Zelle your host. Groups will gather in the Fontainebleau Hotel Lobby at the time specified and depart as a group (unless otherwise noted).
Dine Around: San Diego and Orange County Chapters Dinner
This is a dinner to bring folks together from the Orange County and San Diego chapters!
Venue Name and Address: Mercato Della Pescheria (3377 Las Vegas Blvd S, Las Vegas)
Meet Up Time: 7:15 PM PT
Estimated Price or Cost Per Person: $30–$50
Transport Details: 28 minute walk or 9 minute Uber (depending on preference of the group)
Capacity: 10+
Signup Deadline: 27 September
Activity Host: Samantha Ahern
Dine Around: Yard House & High Roller
Looking for a fun way to see all of Las Vegas? Let's head down to the LINQ area to grab dinner at the Yard House & then see the lights of Las Vegas from the High Roller
Venue name and address: The Yard House AND The High Roller, 3545 Las Vegas Boulevard, Las Vegas
Meet up time: 6:45 p.m.
Estimated price or cost pp: $75 (High Roller tickets are ~$30 and estimated dinner cost around $45)
Transport details: It is approximately 2 miles from Fontainebleau to the LINQ. We can walk or cab/rideshare. Taxis are ~$15 between properties.
Group Capacity: 20
Signup Deadline: 19 September
Thank you to activity hosts: Anjali Bharadwaj and Apexa Shah
Immersive Art Exhibit: Omega Mart - Let's Explore Together!
A casual evening at Omega Mart, an interesting immersive art exhibit at Area15. We'll talk, walk, and immerse ourselves in this surreal art by Meow Wolf.
Venue Name and Address: Omega Mart by Meow Wolf, 3215 S. Ranchero Dr. #100 Las Vegas
Meet up time: 7:15 PM PT
Additional details: Dress code is casual with comfortable foot attire. We won't be dining together before leaving for Omega Mart, so it is suggested to grab a bite before departure. However, dessert when we get back to the hotel is an option for all who are interested.
Estimated price or cost pp: $45
Transport details: Uber or Lyft to the venue as a group from the hotel lobby
Group Capacity: TBD (based on interest)
Signup Deadline: 27 September
Thank you to activity host: Stacey DeFilippo
Happy Hour at Azul with HBA Pacific
Members of Seattle, San Francisco Bay Area, Los Angeles, Orange County, and San Diego chapters are invited for a happy hour of networking and connections!
Venue name and address: Azul, Fontainebleau Hotel, Las Vegas
Meet up time: 6:00 p.m.
Estimated price or cost pp: ~$20+ (refreshments are pay your own way)
Transport details: N/A
Group Capacity: ~20
Signup Deadline: 29 September
Thank you to activity host: Allison Marshall
*Gilead/Kite Employee Happy Hour Experience
If you are an employee of Gilead/Kite, you are invited to an exclusive happy hour at Azul.
Special Signup for Gilead/Kite employees: Select the option via Signup Genius for an exclusive happy hour at Azul for Gilead/Kite employees!
Group Capacity: ~15
Thank you to activity host: Brittany Bare
Dine Around: Dinner at TAO & then Rooftop at The Legacy Club
This activity has reached its capacity and is no longer accepting additional signups.
Dinner at TAO Las Vegas is much more than just a restaurant, it’s a multi-dimensional experience spanning fine dining, nightlife, and daylife. With its vivid Pan-Asian cuisine, immersive design, and integrated nightlife offerings, it represents the original and enduring concept of a “club-staurant.” It's as much a destination for epic nights out as it is for elevated dining.
Venue Name and Address: The Venetian Hotel (3355 S Las Vegas Blvd., Las Vegas)
Meet up time: 7:00 PM PT
Estimated Price or Cost Per Person: ~$75 per person
Transport Details: Uber from the hotel to the venue
Group Capacity: This activity has reached its capacity and is no longer accepting additional signups.
Signup Deadline: This activity has reached its capacity and is no longer accepting additional signups.
Activity Host: Kelli A Rodriguez
Dine Around: Hell's Kitchen at Caesars Palace
This activity has reached its capacity and is no longer accepting additional signups.
For all the Gordon Ramsay fans out there: let's enjoy networking over a tasty meal at Hell's Kitchen.
Venue Name and Address: Hell's Kitchen Caesars Palace (3570 Las Vegas Blvd S, Las Vegas)
Meet Up Time: 6:30 PM PT
Additional Details: The reservation is at 7:45 PM PT, so there will be plenty of time to walk or Uber over early to do some shopping before dinner.
Estimated Price or Cost Per Person: $50+
Transport Details: Walk or Uber
Group Capacity: This activity has reached its capacity and is no longer accepting additional signups.
Signup Deadline: This activity has reached its capacity and is no longer accepting additional signups.
Activity Host: Melanie Cooke
Dine Around: Lip Smacking Foodie Tour - Vegas Sights, Worldly Bites
This activity has reached its capacity and is no longer accepting additional signups.
Not Just a Dinner, it’s a Foodie Tour! Enjoy a feast of mouthwatering global flavors in this 2 ½-hour prime-time tour that starts at 6:15 PM PT and takes you to three of the most celebrated restaurants at a famous Las Vegas Strip hotel (Resorts World, Aria, or MGM Grand. TBD based on our final group size), all with VIP service. Indulge in 3 to 4 signature dishes at each venue, with each spotlighting a different cuisine. The group will be split into smaller groups to mix and mingle at each stop!
Venue Name and Address: Various locations via LIPSMACKING Foodie tours
Meet Up Time: 6:15 PM PT (departure from Fontainebleau Lobby)
Additional Details: Allergies and dietary restrictions must be shared to host in advance.
Estimated Price or Cost Per Person: $199
Transport Details: Roundtrip transportation included from Fontainebleau (if minimum is met)
Group Capacity: 20-50+
Signup Deadline: This activity has reached its capacity and is no longer accepting additional signups.
Activity Host: Marielle Hajducko
Wizard of Oz at The Sphere
This activity has reached its capacity and is no longer accepting additional signups.
Walk or Uber to The Sphere to watch the Wizard of Oz and grab a quick dessert / drink after!
Venue Name and Address: The Sphere (225 Sands Ave., Las Vegas)
Meet Up Time: 6:30 PM PT
Additional Details: The show starts at 8 PM PT. Please arrive at the Sphere at 7:30 PM PT. Meet at Fountainbleu lobby at 6:30 PM PT for a leisurely walk to the Sphere. Wear comfy shoes and attire.
Estimated Price or Cost Per Person: ~$120+. This ticket price is an estimate and may vary. Final ticket cost to be shared with attendees by host upon group ticket purchase after the sign up deadline has passed.
Transport details: Two-mile walk (or Uber to Venue)
Group Capacity: TBD (based on interest)
Signup Deadline: This activity has reached its capacity and is no longer accepting additional signups.
Activity Host: Ruth Martin
Interested in coordinating a group activity for attendees? Contact us!