JCK Las Vegas: Hotels & Where to Stay
4 June – 7 June 2027 The Venetian Expo & Convention Center 30,000 attendees
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JCK Las Vegas is the largest business-to-business jewellery and watch trade event in the United States, covering fine jewellery, loose gems and diamonds, timepieces, findings and equipment. Held annually in late May or early June at The Venetian Expo on the Las Vegas Strip, its 2026 edition runs 29 May to 1 June, with some pre-show and timepieces areas opening earlier. It draws jewellery retailers, buyers, designers, manufacturers, wholesalers and watch brands from 100-plus countries. For a hotel-booking traveller, the venue's Strip location is a major convenience: The Venetian Expo is attached to The Venetian and Palazzo resorts, so staying in or beside them lets you walk to the show and avoid Strip transit and taxi lines entirely. Harry Reid International Airport lies just 4.5-6 miles away, a short taxi or ride-hail. Late May is hot and coincides with peak convention season, so booking early both locks in a walkable Strip base and helps manage rates that surge during the show.
Popular areas for attendees: The Strip · Convention Center District · Downtown Las Vegas.
- The Venetian Expo is attached to The Venetian and Palazzo, so an on-site stay means you walk to the show.
- A Strip-adjacent hotel lets you skip taxi lines and transit in the late-May heat.
- Harry Reid Airport is just 4.5-6 miles away for a short transfer to the Strip.
- Late May is peak convention season, so early booking manages surging rates and availability.
Event at a glance
- Dates
- 4 June – 7 June 2027
- Venue
- The Venetian Expo & Convention Center
- City
- Las Vegas, United States
- Airport
- LAS
- Attendance
- 30,000
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Where to eat during JCK Las Vegas
CES dinners book out weeks ahead — the good rooms near the Convention Center go first. These are the spots Vegas regulars actually take clients: reserve before you fly, and keep one casual back-up for the nights the schedule slips.
Piero's Italian Cuisine
Italian · old-school Vegas
Convention Center Dr — 5 min walk from LVCC
The CES institution — directly across from the Convention Center, dark booths, osso buco, and half the industry in the room during show week.
Tip: Book weeks ahead for CES week; ask for a booth for client dinners.
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Golden Steer Steakhouse
Steakhouse · since 1958
W Sahara Ave — 6 min drive
Vegas's oldest steakhouse — Sinatra's booth is still there. Tableside Caesar, dry-aged steaks, and the kind of room that closes deals.
Tip: CES week reservations open ~60 days out and vanish — set a reminder.
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Lotus of Siam
Northern Thai
E Flamingo Rd — 10 min drive
Repeatedly called the best Thai restaurant in America — khao soi and crispy duck worth leaving the Strip for, with a deep Riesling list.
Tip: Order the Northern Thai specials, not the standard menu.
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Raku
Japanese izakaya · robata
Chinatown, Spring Mountain Rd — 15 min drive
Where Strip chefs eat after service — charcoal-grilled skewers and house-made tofu until 2am. Perfect for the night the show runs late.
Tip: Open till 2am — ideal for a post-booth-teardown dinner.
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Esther's Kitchen
Italian · pasta & natural wine
Arts District — 12 min drive
The Arts District favourite — house pastas and sourdough that locals queue for. A relaxed team dinner away from convention crowds.
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Joël Robuchon
French fine dining
MGM Grand — 14 min drive
The only three-Michelin-star room in Las Vegas — the deal-closing dinner when the contract is big enough to justify it. Jacket recommended.
Tip: Tasting menus only — plan 3 hours and book the moment your dates lock.
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Bazaar Meat by José Andrés
Steak · Spanish
Sahara Las Vegas — 5 min drive from LVCC
José Andrés does carnivore theatre — wood-fired steaks and Spanish plates minutes from the Convention Center. The impress-a-client room closest to CES.
Tip: Closest fine dining to LVCC — the CES-week table everyone fights for.
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Vesta Coffee Roasters
Specialty coffee · café
Arts District — 12 min drive
Las Vegas's best specialty roaster — proper flat whites and quiet tables for the morning email triage before the halls open.
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Peppermill Fireside Lounge
American diner · 24 hours
Las Vegas Blvd — 4 min drive from LVCC
The neon-lit 1972 institution — open 24 hours, giant breakfasts, and booths that have hosted more informal CES meetings than most suites.
Tip: Open all night — the fallback when the only slot a contact has is 7am.
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Getting there
From Las Vegas Airport (LAS)
- Harry Reid International is about 4.5-6 miles from The Venetian Expo, roughly a 10-20 minute drive.
- A taxi runs about 8-15 minutes, while ride-hail (Uber/Lyft) uses designated airport pickup areas.
- Expect longer times during Strip congestion on busy show days.
By bus or shuttle
- The RTC public bus, such as the Strip Deuce service, is cheaper but slower at around 25-35 minutes.
- Hotel and shared-van shuttles also serve the Strip; there is no rail from the airport.
- On the Strip itself, the Las Vegas Monorail stops at Harrah's/The LINQ, a short walk from The Venetian.
Getting around during JCK Las Vegas
Getting to the venue on the Strip
- Las Vegas has no airport metro; the Strip is navigated by taxi, ride-hail and walking between resorts.
- The Las Vegas Monorail stops at Harrah's/The LINQ, a short walk to The Venetian, and the Vegas Loop connects nearby points.
- Staying in or beside The Venetian lets you walk straight to the attached Expo.
Taxis and ride-hailing
- Metered taxis and ride-hail are abundant at Harry Reid, with rideshare using dedicated upper-level lots.
- The airport-to-Strip transfer is short but subject to congestion during show days.
- Ride-hail can be quicker than the taxi queue during arrival peaks.
Visa & entry
ESTA under the Visa Waiver Program
- Visa Waiver Program nationals, including most of the EU, the UK, Japan, Australia, New Zealand and South Korea, may enter with an approved ESTA.
- Apply for the ESTA online in advance; it is valid for up to two years.
Who needs an advance visa
- Non-Visa Waiver nationals need a B-1 business visa obtained in advance from a US embassy or consulate.
- Apply early, as interview wait times can be long.
Entry rules change; confirm current requirements with the United States embassy or official immigration site before booking travel.
First time at JCK Las Vegas?
- Stay in or beside The Venetian to walk straight to the attached Expo.
- Use ride-hail over the taxi line at LAS during the arrival crush.
- Prepare for heat, as late-May Vegas often tops 35C; use indoor Strip walkways and skybridges.
- Book flights and hotels months ahead, as JCK coincides with peak convention season.
Insider tips from repeat attendees
- An on-site or adjacent Venetian/Palazzo stay avoids Strip transit and taxi queues entirely.
- Indoor skybridges and walkways let you move between resorts out of the heat.
- Ride-hail uses upper-level airport lots, often faster than the taxi stand at peak.
- Rates surge during JCK, so early booking is the main way to manage cost.
JCK Las Vegas travel FAQs
Where should I stay for JCK Las Vegas?
Stay in or immediately beside The Venetian or Palazzo, since the Venetian Expo is attached, letting you walk to the show and skip Strip transit entirely. Other central Strip resorts are also convenient by short walk, monorail or ride-hail.
How much do hotels cost during JCK Las Vegas?
Rates surge during JCK, which coincides with peak convention season, and vary widely by resort. Staying on-site at The Venetian is most convenient but commands a premium; booking months ahead is the main way to manage cost.
How early should I book hotels for JCK Las Vegas?
Book months ahead. JCK falls in peak convention season and rates surge across the Strip, so early reservations secure both a walkable Venetian-area base and better pricing.
Which airport do I fly into for JCK Las Vegas?
Fly into Harry Reid International Airport (LAS), just 4.5-6 miles from The Venetian Expo. A taxi or ride-hail reaches the Strip in about 10-20 minutes; there is no rail from the airport.
How do I get around the Strip during JCK?
Most movement is by walking between resorts, taxi or ride-hail, since there is no airport metro. The Las Vegas Monorail stops at Harrah's/The LINQ near The Venetian, and staying on-site lets you avoid Strip transit and the late-May heat altogether.
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