Masquerade Bar

This is an attraction that is worth your time if in the area, but not worth going out of your way. The are several overhead floats included in the parade which are fun as well as a number of dancers performing on the floor level. Pros: Free show Cons: Not enough entertainment value to go out of your way more

Just returned Sunday. HAD to go Rio - was there 5 years ago - had a blast. UGH - downhill! The performers are VERY stingy with the beads. This is petty, but I got beads 5 years ago; gave them to my daughter - she wanted more; the only reason I got some this time was because an older lady overheard me say to hubby "I'll never get any!"; took pity on me; gave me one of hers. We were there 3 times and no matter how much I hollered/waved, they just wouldn't throw me any! I mustn't have looked "right" :) Even the Chippendale dancers were very "snooty" - noticed they only threw them to the young "hot" girls -note to Rio - it's us "older ladies" who will probably spend more money in your casino - keep us happy and throw a few beads! Cons: Nasty performers, Stuck-up showgirls, Snotty Chippendales more

This attraction has gone downhill in the last year.They now use canned music and only a fraction of the performers.The floats that were filled with dancers are now mostly empty. more

I THINK THE MASQUERADE PARADE IN THE SKY IS THE MOST EXCITING SHOW THAT THE WHOLE FAMILY CAN ENJOY AND BE A PART OF MY 2 LITTLE GIRLS JUST LOVE IT .THEY HAVE DIFFERENT THEMES OF THE SHOW THE COSTUMES ARE AMAZING ALL THE MANY COLORS IN LIGHTS .THE AUDIENCE JUST GETS SO ENERGIZED AND ALIVE DURING THE SHOW ITS WONDERFUL ESPECIALLY WHEN DANCERS THROW THE BEADS OUT IN TO THE AUDIENCE AND THE BEST PART ITS FREE!! Pros: EXCITING SHOW, KIDS ARE ALLOWED, INEXPENSIVE more

Since a new company took over the Show in the Sky, the "show" is but a shell of it's former self. It used to be a "must see", not anymore. It's been stripped down so much, they should just discontinue it. more

Great free entertainment for free! Lots of fun and something you won't see anywher else! Just watch out when they start throwing beads! I saw a senior citizen jump in front of a little boy just to grab some beads. It was pathetic! It's amazing to watch grown men and women make fools of themselves over some plastic beads! For $9.95 you can actually ride in one of the floats!!! My husband and I had a great time and plan to take our kids on it when we visit Las Vegas as a family. One of the most unique things you can do in Las Vegas for under $10! Pros: FREE, unique, $9.95 float ride Cons: Fighting over beads more

The dancers were not good the music wasnt that much better and the props weren't that spectacular either. It was a waste of time to drive off the strip to see it. more

I loved the parade in the sky when I was in Vegas so much that I decided to ride one of the floats. It was great fun. When I went to inquire about it, they actually let me on the float for free! I got scads of Mardi Gras beads and had a fabulous time. Pros: Free, Entertaining Cons: Crowded more

I had been told by many people that this was one of the THINGS TO DO. Boy were they wrong, I mean it is neat to see the floats in the air but I think it could use a little more pazazz. Thank goodness it was free or I would have been complaining. Cons: Dumb Desk Clerk more

It's Mardi Gras everyday. Children and adults can both enjoy the show, and those who catch a few beads feel like they've been part of the action. No one can see this attraction and not get a happy feeling. Pros: Accessible for all, good viewing of show more

The Rio Used to be my number one attraction to visit in las vegas for the Masquerade in the sky show. I have seen it many many times. Well much to my dismay i went up this past weekend and of course made my stop to see my favorite show... I was let down big time! It's not what it used to be. Sure they sing and dance and throw some beads. But it's kind of boring now. They have a main stage where the dancers dance to the songs that come on and a couple of floats that "float in the sky" and they toss beaded necklaces out to the audience.The costumes are pretty colorful and everyone is smiling.. but its missing something ..I guess it's still worth checking out but dont get to happy.. more

I've always enjoyed watching the Parade in the Sky. Trying to catch the beaded necklaces as they are thrown from the floats is fun. Being able to watch from the upstairs balcony area allows us to bring the kids with us to watch the parade. Pros: Free Parking, Multiple show times more