Brilliant! Jackpot is a signature nighttime experience at The Neon Museum in Las Vegas that transforms the historic North Gallery into an immersive audiovisual celebration of the city’s neon history. This experience uses cutting-edge technology, light, sound, and storytelling to bring long-dark vintage signs back to luminous life. Here’s everything you need to know about the one-of-a-kind show.
What is Brilliant! Jackpot?
Brilliant! Jackpot is an immersive light and sound show created by experiential artist Craig Winslow. It reanimates approximately 40 iconic, unrestored neon signs from Las Vegas’ past using projection mapping technology. During the show, static and non-functional signs are illuminated with dynamic visuals, vibrant color, and synchronized audio to evoke the feel of old-school Vegas.
The experience is part immersive theater, part time machine, and part neon dream. When you experience Brilliant! Jackpot, you’ll quickly see that it’s not a traditional museum exhibition, but a fully sensory show that blends history, art, and modern technology.
Where and When It Happens
Brilliant! Jackpot takes place in the North Gallery at The Neon Museum. This gallery houses unrestored signs and has been specially configured for the show with multiple projectors and a 3D sound system.
The experience runs in the evening as an add-on to the museum’s Evening Admission, which allows guests to explore the Neon Boneyard and then continue on to the Brilliant! Jackpot show as night falls.
What to Expect in Brilliant! Jackpot
When you experience Brilliant! Jackpot, you’ll enjoy an immersive visual, audio, and narrative experience.
The Visuals
About 40 vintage signs are brought back to life with high-resolution projections mapped with precision onto their surfaces.
The imagery is reconstructed using techniques such as 3D photogrammetry and drone footage, creating realistic lighting that mimics how the signs once looked in operation.
The Audio
A network of 24 3D sound speakers envelops the audience in music and soundscapes that complement the visual display.
The show’s playlists span eras of Las Vegas entertainment, with tracks that help evoke the historical periods represented.
The Narrative
The experience can include archival footage and narration that situates the signs in their historical context, deepening the sense of connection to Las Vegas’ cultural past.
Other Experiences at The Neon Museum
While Brilliant! Jackpot is a standout attraction, there’s more to explore when you visit the museum. Visitors who want a fuller understanding of Las Vegas history can pair the show with additional experiences, including:
The Neon Boneyard (General Admission)
The Neon Boneyard is the centerpiece of the Museum, and the collection consists of 322 signs comprising of 977 pieces from over 200 properties including signs from casinos, hotels, restaurants, and businesses spanning multiple decades. There are 100 plus signs in the Neon Boneyard; 50 plus signs in the North Gallery; plus 18 signs on display as public art throughout Las Vegas. During general admission hours, visitors can explore the collection at their own pace. Informational plaques throughout the yard provide background on the signs, their designers, and their original locations.
Guided Tours
The Museum also offers guided tours led by knowledgeable experts who specialize in Las Vegas design and cultural history. These tours add context and storytelling to the signs and celebrate the city’s architectural evolution. Guided tours are perfect for visitors interested in design, art history, or urban development.
Plan Your Visit
Tickets for Brilliant! Jackpot are sold as add-ons to the Evening Admission tickets. Purchasing in advance is strongly recommended, as these shows often sell out, especially during peak travel seasons and holidays.
Prices vary by season and age group, and where available, discounts may apply for children, students, seniors, veterans, and Nevada residents.
Brilliant! Jackpot is the most technologically advanced experience at The Neon Museum. It goes beyond static preservation to offer a living tribute to Las Vegas’ bright past. For visitors interested in Las Vegas history, design, and immersive art experiences, Brilliant! Jackpot is a must-see. Come visit us today to experience it for yourself!
