Kiss Kruise Land Locked in Vegas: A Rock Extravaganza at Virgin Hotels
The 2026 Kiss Kruise Land Locked in Vegas festival will feature Kiss as the headliner, along with performances by Night Ranger, Bruce Kulick, Slaughter, Faster Pussycat, Keel, and Chris Jericho's Kuarantine. The event will take place at Las Vegas' Virgin Hotels from Nov. 13-15, with Kiss set to perform two concerts. Band members Paul Stanley, Gene Simmons, Eric Singer, and Tommy Thayer will also host activities and Q&A sessions. Additionally, there will be an all-star tribute to founding Kiss guitarist Ace Frehley, and an official pre-party on Nov. 12 featuring the Ace Frehley Band, Enuff Z'Nuff, and Beasto Blanco.
This year marks the second consecutive year that the Kiss Kruise will be held on dry land in Las Vegas instead of on a cruise ship. The decision to move the event to land was influenced by the success of previous Kruises and the challenge of booking a cruise ship due to other bands following suit. Bruce Kulick and Chris Jericho's Kuarantine are expected to deliver standout performances, with Kulick focusing on his time with Kiss from 1984 to 1996, and Jericho celebrating Kiss' non-makeup era. Slaughter's participation is noteworthy as the band was formed by Mark Slaughter and Dana Strum after leaving the Vinnie Vincent Invasion, led by former Kiss guitarist Vinnie Vincent.
The Kiss Kruise Land Locked in Vegas festival promises to be a memorable event filled with music, tributes, and special performances. Fans can look forward to an exciting lineup of artists and activities, making it a must-attend event for Kiss enthusiasts and rock music fans alike.