LAS VEGAS (August 5, 2025) – STLV: Trek to Vegas 2025, the city’s annual Star Trek convention, returns to Rio Hotel & Casino from August 6 – 10. As part of the convention’s return, Trekkies and guests alike are invited to experience the resort’s intergalactic activations including Star Trek movie nights and exclusive food and beverage specials throughout the resort.
Star Trek Movie Nights at Rio Event Stage | August 5 –10 | 10 p.m.
At 10 p.m. from Tuesday, August 5 through Sunday, August 10, Rio will be hosting Star Trek movie viewing at Rio Event Stage. Each night will feature a unique themed cocktail that pays homage to the movie on screen. Seating is available at a first-come, first-served basis at the Masquerade Bar and Rio Event Stage viewing areas.
- Tuesday, Aug 5 – Star Trek: The Motion Picture
- The 1701 ($14) – Tito’s Vodka, St. Germain Elderflower, Lemon Juice, La Marca Prosecco, Lemon Twist
- Wednesday, Aug 6 – Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan
- Khan’s Inferno ($14): Teremana Blanco, Ancho Reyes Chile Liqueur, Lime Juice, Agave, Tajín Rim
- Thursday, Aug 7 – Star Trek (2009)
- Red Matter Mule ($14): Ketel One, Luxardo Cherry Liqueur, Lime Juice, Fever Tree Ginger Beer
- Friday, Aug 8 – Star Trek: Generations
- Double Captain’s Toast ($8 each / 2 for $14): Choose from Jim Beam + Orange Bitters or Remy Martin + Earl Grey Syrup
- Saturday, Aug 9 – Star Trek: First Contact
- The Cube ($14): Malibu, Midori, Blue Curacao, Pineapple, Soda Water
- Sunday, Aug 10 – Galaxy Quest
- Quest Class Punch ($14): Bacardi, Banana Liqueur, Orange Juice, Pineapple, Grenadine
- Holodeck Hefe ($11), a collectable, event exclusive 2025 STLV beer, will be available for purchase throughout the event while supplies last.
Lapa Lounge | August 5 – 10
Celebrate the Star Trek Convention with Lapa Lounge’s special themed menu available August 5 – 10. This limited-time lineup includes:
- Warp Core Breach – $15: A powerful fusion of bold flavors and high-octane energy. Handle with care!
- Kirk’s Cure All – $16: Smoky, spicy, and designed to revive even the weariest space traveler.
- Deep Space Drafts – $8: Starfleet Lite (Michelob Ultra): Crisp and mission-ready; Galactic Hound Ale (Big Dogs): Bold and hearty; Nebula Haze IPA (Neon Desert): A hazy IPA that’s truly stellar
Lapa Lounge is open Monday – Thursday from 3 p.m. – 2 a.m. and Friday – Sunday 12 p.m. – 3 a.m.
Luckley Tavern & Grill | August 5 – 10
Luckley Tavern & Grill’s special Star Trek menu includes:
- Enterprise’s Epic Chilean Seabass – $42: Served with seasonal vegetables
- Picard’s Bone-in Ribeye – $55: Wood fire grilled perfection
- Transporter Tiramisu – $9: Creamy, decadent, and out of this world
- Warp-Speed – $14: Whiskey sour with a Tachyon twist
Luckley Tavern & Grill is open Sunday – Thursday: 3 p.m. – 10 p.m. and Friday – Saturday 3 p.m. – 11 p.m.
VooDoo Lounge | August 8 – 9
Trek 51 stories up to the resort’s stunning VooDoo Lounge for an unforgettable rooftop experience with uninhibited Strip views and specialty themed cocktails including:
- Boldly Aged – $17: Barrel-aged Old Forester Bourbon, Orgeat, and Tiki Bitters
- Green Alert Punchbowl – $45: Shareable mix of Ketel One, Midori, Agave, Grapefruit, and Lime
- Private Label Beer – $11: House-exclusive brew for the discerning explorer
VooDoo Lounge is open Friday – Saturday from 7 p.m. – 2 a.m.
The Wine Cellar Tasting Room | August 9 | 5 – 6:30 p.m. | $55++ per person
Experience the luxury and heritage of Moët Hennessy with Beyond the Stars: A Moët Hennessy Experience, a curated tasting that explores iconic expressions from Champagne, New Zealand, Spain, and France. The event features a guided tasting led by Moët Hennessy brand ambassadors and artfully paired hors d’oeuvres to enhance the tasting experience. Attendees exclusively receive 50% off bottle pricing.
To reserve a spot, visit https://www.riolasvegas.com/rio-events/beyond-the-stars-a-moet-hennessy-experience.
Start off the convention day with a special Star Trek menu at Hash House A Go Go:
- Captain’s Breakfast Ration $25: 2 eggs any style, served w/potatoes and your choice of bacon, sausage links, turkey sausage patties, plus fruity garnish and either homemade biscuit or toast
- Supernova Mocha: Double Shot Caramel All Over Mocha w/Whipped Cream
- Upgrade to a Nebula Coffee for $10: Tito’s Handmade Vodka, Bailey’s Irish Cream, Espresso and Cream
Hash House A Go Go’s special hours from August 6 – 10 are 7 a.m. – 4.pm.
Guy Fieri’s El Burro Borracho will be offering an exclusive Star Trek themed delights including:
- Planet Mex Prix Fixe | $32 (Chicken) or $36 (Steak); Includes Cosmic Chips + Salsa: Sonoran spice, house made salas molcajete, roasted tomatillo verde, served with tortilla chips
- Photon Torpedo Roll Burritos: Served with cilantro rice and borracho beans with a choice of Achiote marinated chicken, or carne asada, salsa mocajette, shredded cabbage, pico de gallo, sour cream
- Alien Blood ($10): Teremana Tequila, Blood Orange Syrup, Orange & Fresh Lime Juice
El Burro Borracho’s special hours from August 6 – August 10 are 11 a.m. – 10 p.m., with the To Go window open from 8 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Grab a quick bite at Canteen Food Hall, a culinary hub featuring six renowned local, national and first-to-market establishments. Each vendor features a special menu item dedicated to the support of the Star Trek Convention.
- Attaboy Burger
- Starship Combo – $18: Double patty on Texas Toast + fountain soda
- Nama Nama
- Galaxy Bowls – $21: Salmon or Tuna over sushi rice with toppings and aioli
- Tender Crush
- Engine Room Sandwich Combo – $17: Crispy chicken sandwich with fixings + soda
- Tony Luke’s
- Command Deck Hoagie – $20: Beef hoagie with classic toppings + soda
- Shogun Ramen
- Come in Peace Dumplings – $10: Chicken dumplings with drunken sauce (5 per order)
- Southland Burrito Co.
- Final Fry-tier Combo – $18: Brisket barbacoa fries with cheese, crema, guac, and house salsas
For hours and more information on Canteen Food Hall, visit https://www.riolasvegas.com/canteen-food-hall.
For additional details on Rio’s happenings during STLV, visit https://www.riolasvegas.com/experiences/welcome-st-lv.
About Rio Hotel & Casino Las Vegas
Rio Hotel & Casino, part of the Destination by Hyatt brand, is located just one block off the Las Vegas Strip on Flamingo Road. The resort features more than 2,500 suite-sized guestrooms, including 1,500 newly remodeled suites in the Ipanema Tower. Highlights include a reimagined 117,000-square-foot casino floor with 800 slot machines and 40 table games, a 3-acre pool paradise, and an evolving lineup of dining and nightlife options including Canteen Food Hall, Lapa Lounge, and Luckley Tavern & Grill. With 220,000 square feet of convention and meeting space, the property is also well-suited for conferences, trade shows, and large-scale events. The entertainment program features a standout roster of resident shows, including the long-running magic duo Penn & Teller, the visually stunning WOW – The Vegas Spectacular, The Empire Strips Back, a sci-fi burlesque parody with cult appeal and Comedy Cellar, the West Coast outpost of the iconic New York comedy club. For more information, visit riolasvegas.com and follow Rio on Facebook, Instagram and X.
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