FILMING ON THE LAS VEGAS STRIP: COMPLETE GUIDE
Filming on the Las Vegas Strip requires permits from two government jurisdictions plus direct permission from each hotel or casino whose private property sidewalks you plan to use. Plan at least 2-4 weeks ahead for hotel approvals.
THE TWO JURISDICTIONS
The Las Vegas Strip falls under two overlapping authorities. The southern portion of the Strip (including MGM Grand, Luxor, Mandalay Bay) sits in unincorporated Clark County. The northern portion (near the Stratosphere/STRAT and downtown) falls in the City of Las Vegas.
City of Las Vegas Permit: FREE. Apply at LasVegasNevada.gov. Processing: 5-7 business days.
Clark County Permit: $45 processing fee. Apply at ClarkCountyNV.gov. Processing: 5-7 business days.
HOTEL AND CASINO PERMISSIONS
Every hotel and casino on the Strip controls its own sidewalks and exterior areas as private property. You need written permission from each property's marketing, PR, or events department separately from government permits.
Key contacts for major properties:
- MGM Resorts: mgmresorts.com/filmoffice
- Caesars Entertainment: caesars.com/corporate
- Wynn/Encore: wynnevents.com
- Las Vegas Sands (Venetian/Palazzo): sands.com
WHAT YOU CAN FILM WITHOUT A PERMIT
The public right-of-way on Las Vegas Blvd (the actual road and public sidewalks) is managed by NDOT. Small crews (1-3 people, handheld cameras, no tripods) may film publicly visible subjects without a permit. However, most "Strip" sidewalks are private property.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Can I film on the Las Vegas Strip without a permit?
Public roadways require an NDOT permit for professional production. Hotel sidewalks require both a government permit AND hotel permission. Solo content creators with a smartphone have more flexibility.
How long does Strip permit approval take?
Government permits take 5-7 business days. Hotel approvals typically take 2-4 weeks. Plan your production timeline accordingly.
How much does it cost to film on the Las Vegas Strip?
City of Las Vegas permits are free. Clark County charges $45. Hotels may charge location fees ranging from $500 to $5,000+ per day depending on the property and scope of production.
Ready to film on the Las Vegas Strip? Contact FilmLV to get started with your permit and location needs.