Raiding The Rock Vault is a legendary rock tribute at Hard Rock Cafe in the heart of the Las Vegas Strip that every rock and roll lover should see at least once.
We’re breaking down what the show is like, how you can get cheap tickets, and which hit songs make the setlist.
Show Times
Raiding the Rock Vault performs on Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday each week at 8pm.
Tickets
Raiding the Rock Vault has performed over 1,000 times and continues to be one of the few shows 100% live in Las Vegas. Purchasing your tickets early is best because shows commonly sell out, especially on Saturday nights.
Ticket prices range from $59 to $115, and as with most shows, the more you spend, the better your seats. $59 tickets gain entry to the GA standing-only bar area.
If you want somewhere to sit, preferred bar seats cost $79, which reserves a table by the bar. Alternatively, you can get preferred floor seating at a table behind the VIP area for $89.
Side stage sofa seats are $99. These seats put you right next to the action with comfortable sofa seating and plenty of room to dance. Very few side-stage sofa seats are available, and they’re in high demand!
The most expensive seats are in the VIP section directly in front of the stage. These tickets are $146 and are typically the first to sell out.
This is a small venue, so every seat in the house is excellent! If you’re looking for the best seat at the most affordable price, you can easily get away with a General Admission ticket and still have a great view of the band.
Venue Location & Policies
Raiding the Rock Vault plays at Hard Rock Cafe, located next to MGM Grand on Las Vegas Blvd.
The show technically allows anyone age five and up to attend with an adult, but this is definitely a show geared towards adults and older kids.
One important thing to remember is that all sections are first-come-first-serve. This means that although you have reserved tickets in a certain section, the exact spot you get in that section depends on when you arrive.
Doors open at 7, so be there a little before that if you want the best possible view.
Groupon Tickets
If you’re looking to save some money, be sure to check Groupon for fantastic deals. With Groupon, you can snag a general admission ticket for only $39.
What is Raiding the Rock Vault?
Raiding the Rock Vault is the cooler, rock-n-roll version of a cover band. With influences like The Rolling Stones, Jimi Hendrix, The Doors, and Bon Jovi, Raiding the Rock Vault has something for every rock fan.
The band not only ranks as the number one performance in Las Vegas with TripAdvisor, but it has also won the “Best Musical” readers’ choice (2014 and 2015) and “Best Tribute Show” awards in The Best of Last Vegas 4 years running.
The show is more than just a concert; it tells the history and story of classic rock and includes some of the legends themselves.
This live show is one of the best you’ll see in Vegas. Many fans say they’ve seen the show as many as six times or more!
The musicians are talented, and the production is phenomenal as well. The show is full of energy, and you’ll be standing up and singing along to songs you know by heart in no time.
Setlist
Raiding the Rock Vault is a 90-minute show featuring classic rock anthems from the biggest names in rock, including Fleetwood Mac, Heart, Pat Benatar, Whitesnake, and many more rock bands from the 1960s through the 1980s.
- My Generation – The Who
- Light My Fire – The Doors
- Watchtower – Jimi Hendrix
- Honky Tonk
- All Right Now – Free
- Stairway to Heaven – Led Zepplin
- Smoke on the Water – Deep Purple
- Hotel California – Eagles
- We Are the Champions – Queen
- Living on a Prayer – Bon Jovi
- Separate Ways – Journey
- Run to You – Bryan Adams
- Armageddon It – Def Leppard
- Juke Box Hero -Foreigner
- Jump – Van Halen
Introducing the Band/Cast
Raiding the Rock Vault’s all-star rotating lineup features band members from many of the greatest rock bands in rock and roll history! These are just a few of the most famous cast members:
Howard Leese: You may recognize Howard Leese from a 22-year stint as Heart’s guitarist. In recent years, he’s toured the country with Bad Company. In 2013, Howard and his bandmates from Heart were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. 
Robin McAuley: Ireland’s Robin McAuley is one of Raiding the Rock Vault’s lead vocalists. He’s worked with Survivor, Grand Prix, and the McAuley Schenker Group. - Hugh McDonald: Bass guitarist Hugh McDonald from Bon Jovi was also inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2018.
- Paul Shortino: Lead vocalist Paul Shortino has sung with Quiet Riot and Rough Cutt.
- Johnny Solinger: American singer Johnny Solinger is famous for his 15 years as the lead singer for Skid Row.
Other well-known cast members include Walter Ino from Great White, Tracii Guns from Guns N Roses, and many more. If that’s not enough, artists like Lou Gramm from Foreigner and Mickey Thomas from Jefferson Starship have made guest appearances on the show, as well!
If you’re a lover of stadium rock ‘n’ roll anthems, this show is perfect for you. Keep the rock vibes going with a room at Hard Rock Hotel!
Your write up of Raiding the Rock Vault is awesome! I’ve seen the show 14 times. Love it!
Lisa+Rob