Laughlin Buzz

Mar 28, 2021

Laughlin Visitor Numbers for February 2021 down -36.4%

Laughlin, NV 



According to the latest LVCVA statistics, visitor counts to Laughlin in February (2021) were 88,400 compared to 138,900 in February of 2020. 

This is a -36.4% decline, which was expected due to the pandemic and restrictions in place. 

The ADR (Average Daily Room Rate) for February was $59.56 compared to $47.28 in February of 2020. This is an increase of 26.0% 

Total Room nights occupied were down -36.7%.

Lack of charter flights caused a fairly significant decrease in the number of visitors.  Visitor counts at the Laughlin/Bullhead City airport for February were just 6,609 compared to 27,233 in February of 2020, a decrease of -75.7% 

By comparison, the Las Vegas saw a  53.8% decrease in visitors for February of 2021.  In Mesquite, who had a increase in gaming revenue of 5.08%, there was a only a -12% decrease in visitor numbers. 

Gaming Revenue in Laughlin was down -30.81%% for February  Read more















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Laughlin 2020 Visitor Summary

In 2020, due to the pandemic, visitor numbers to Laughlin decreased by over 800,000. 

Total visitors to Laughlin in 2020:    1,029,900            

Total visitors to Laughlin in 2019:    1,829,700        

This was a year to year decrease of ‐43.7%



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Mar 25, 2021

February (2021) Gaming Revenue for Laughlin Down -30.81%

Laughlin, NV   


Data and graphic source: Nevada Gaming  







Due to the pandemic and restrictions Laughlin Casino gaming revenue 
as reported by the Nevada Gaming Control Board was down as expected in February.  

The February 2021 report showed a -30.81% decrease compared to February of 2020.

February 2021 Gaming Revenue in Laughlin was $32,814,179 compared to $47,425,947 in February of 2020.

Laughlin Gaming Revenue by month. 

2021 Data:
February    -30.81%
January      -27.58%

2020 Data:
January     +0.88%
February    +5.84%
March        -38.2%      (Casinos Closed March 15th)
April          -100.03%  (Casinos Closed all month)
May           -100.03%   (Casinos Closed all month)
June           -14.61%     (Casinos opened June 4th)
July            -16.95%     
August       -9.44%
Sept.          -2.68%
October     -13.27%
November -18.97%
December  -19.59%

The Laughlin decrease was the 2nd largest drop in Clark County but not nearly as bad as the Las Vegas Strip, which was down  -41.55% 

In Mesquite, NV, Casino gaming revenue was once again reported up, this time 5.08% in February 2021 compared to February of 2020. 



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Mar 7, 2021

Visitor Numbers for Laughlin in January of 2021 down 39.7%

 Laughlin, NV 









According to the latest LVCVA statistics, visitor counts to Laughlin in January (2021) were 82,600 compared to 137,000 in January of 2020. 

This is a  -39.7% decline. 

The ADR (Average Daily Room Rate) for January was $52.43 compared to $38.60 in January of 2020. This is an increase of 35.8%. 

Total Room nights occupied was down 40%.

Visitor counts at the Laughlin/Bullhead City airport were 6,135 compared to 23,015 in January of 2020, a decrease of 73.3%

*Source graphic and data:  Las Vegas Visitor and Convention Authority, LVCVA.Com






By comparison, the Las Vegas Strip saw a -63.5% decrease in visitors for January of 2021.  In Mesquite, who had a increase in gaming revenue of 6.3%, there was a -12% decrease in their visitor counts. 

Gaming Revenue in Laughlin was down -27.58% for January. Read more

In 2020, due to the pandemic, visitor numbers to Laughlin decreased by over 800,000. 

Total visitors to Laughlin in 2020:    1,029,900            

Total visitors to Laughlin in 2019:    1,829,700        

This was a year to year decrease of ‐43.7%


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Mar 6, 2021

January (2021) Gaming Revenue for Laughlin Down -27.58%

 Laughlin, NV


Data and graphic source: Nevada Gaming  


Due to the pandemic and restrictions Laughlin Casino gaming revenue 
as reported by the Nevada Gaming Control Board was down in January  

The January 2021 report showed a -27.58% decrease compared to January of 2020.

January 2021 Gaming Revenue in Laughlin was $33,488,846 compared to $46,245,108 in January of 2020.

Laughlin Gaming Revenue by month. 

2021 Data:
January      -27.58%

2020 Data:
January     +0.88%
February    +5.84%
March        -38.2%      (Casinos Closed March 15th)
April          -100.03%  (Casinos Closed all month)
May           -100.03%   (Casinos Closed all month)
June           -14.61%     (Casinos opened June 4th)
July            -16.95%     
August       -9.44%
Sept.          -2.68%
October     -13.27%
November -18.97%
December  -19.59%

The Laughlin number was the 3rd largest drop in Clark County but not nearly as bad as the Las Vegas Strip, which was down  -43.81%    

In Mesquite, NV, Casino gaming revenue was reported up  6.31% for January 2021 compared to January of 2020. 



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Feb 2, 2021

Laughlin visitor numbers down almost 800,000 in 2020, decreased by 43.7%

 Laughlin, NV

2020 total visitors to Laughlin:

2020                    1,029,900            visitors

2019                     1,829,700         visitors

This is a year to year decrease of ‐43.7%


 

According to the latest LVCVA statistics, Laughlin visitor numbers dropped by 49% in December of 2020 compared to December of 2019.

Comparing December 2020 to December 2019

Dec.. 2020  59,300  visitors 

Dec. 2019  116,300   visitors

This is a -49% decrease

This method is traditionally how comparisons are made, as each month of a calendar year has specific metrics that affect visitation. 

Since the pandemic began, the LVCVA has also been publishing month to month comparisons.  This type of comparison does not take into account the seasonal expected visitor variations that occur.  

Comparing December 2020 to November of 2020

Dec. 2020  59,300 visitors 

Nov.  2020  81,200 visitors

This is a -27,7% decrease 

 
     Graphic from LVCVA.Com

Revenue Per Available Room (RevPAR) was down, however the Average Daily Room Rate was up.  


December Gaming Revenue for Laughlin Down 19.59%


 
*Source graphic and data:  Las Vegas Visitor and Convention Authority, LVCVA.Com
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Jan 31, 2021

December Gaming Revenue for Laughlin Down 19.59%; Las Vegas Strip Down -50.66%

 Laughlin, NV




As expected Laughlin Casino gaming revenue as reported by 
the Nevada Gaming Control Board was down in December.  

The December 2020 report showed a -19.59% decrease compared to December of 2019.

December Gaming Revenue in Laughlin was $26,545,801 compared to $33,012,090 in December of 2019.   

Laughlin Gaming Revenue for 2020, by month. 

January     +0.88%
February    +5.84%
March        -38.2%      (Casinos Closed March 17th)
April          -100.03%  (Casinos Closed all month)
May           -100.03%   (Casinos Closed all month)
June           -14.61%     (Casinos opened June 4th)
July            -16.95%     
August       -9.44%
Sept.          -2.68%
October     -13.27%
November -18.97%
December  -19.59%

The Laughlin result was better than the Las Vegas Strip, which was down  -50.66%   
 
 
Data and graphic source: Nevada Gaming  



 



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Jan 8, 2021

4 New openings in Laughlin, Nevada

 Laughlin, NV

New restaurants or establishments in Laughlin seldom happen.  Here are a few new or reopened places. 

1.   Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory 


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A previous Best of Laughlin winner has reopened with a new owner at the Laughlin Outlet Center.   Located just across from the movie theater. 


2.   DENNY'S OPENS IN LAUGHLIN

📷 Debbie H. 

Denny's has opened at the Edgewater Casino.  It is located in the space where Coco's previously occupied, one level down from the Casino floor, on the Riverwalk level. 


3.   The Island Kitchen

The Island Kitchen has opened at the Laughlin Outlet Center Food Court.  Initial reactions to the new spot has been positive on Laughlin Buzz FB pages. 



 

https://www.facebook.com/groups/laughlinbuzzrantsandraves/permalink/3098677343567112/



https://www.facebook.com/groups/laughlinbuzz/permalink/2783957948539279

Help support local businesses in Laughlin, stop by and give this new place a try!  Island Style Kitchen's menu and hours are at:  https://www.islandstylekitchen.com/


4.   The Watch Man store



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The Watch Man, which has been located at the Riverside Resort for years has closed.   According to sources it will reopen in the Laughlin Outlet Center soon.  Watch for updates. 


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Jan 5, 2021

Wild West Coffee has decided to move on from the Laughlin Outlet Center

 Laughlin, NV

Wild West Coffee, a popular, local small business has closed at the Laughlin Outlet Center. 


A message posted on their Facebook page said:

After four (4) years at the Laughlin Outlet Center, Wild West Coffee has decided to move on.
Our last day of business at the mall is December 31st.
“WE WILL BE BACK!" A HEARTFELT THANK YOU TO ALL OUR VALUED CUSTOMERS AND FRIENDS WE HAVE MADE, for all your support these past four (4) years. We could NOT have done it WITHOUT YOU!!!!
We wish everyone a HAPPY NEW YEAR.


We wish them well and look forward to seeing them back at a new location!

Jan 4, 2021

COVID19 testing in Laughlin on January 8, 2021

 Laughlin, NV

COVID19 Testing in Laughlin 
January 8, 2021
Location: Laughlin Jr/Sr High School
1900 Cougar Drive, Laughlin, NV
Time: 8am-12pm   or until tests run out