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KISS performed an eleven-song acoustic set on Friday, November 13, 2026, at the opening day of the second “KISS Kruise: Land-Locked In Vegas” event at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas.
Gene Simmons, Paul Stanley, Eric Singer and Tommy Thayer appeared together at the Virgin Theater, performing stripped-down arrangements of songs from different periods of the band’s catalog. Fan-filmed footage of the entire set has appeared online.
The setlist mixed well-known favorites with deeper cuts, offering a different presentation from the elaborate arena production that defined the band’s touring career.
The three-day event runs from November 13 through November 15 and includes two unmasked KISS performances, one acoustic and one electric. Organizers have also planned meet-and-greets, panels and fan activities.
A special all-star tribute will honor founding guitarist Ace Frehley, who died in October 2025. The planned performance celebrates his musical legacy and contribution to the band’s history.
Other artists advertised for the weekend include Night Ranger, Slaughter, Faster Pussycat, Keel, Enuff Z’Nuff and Kuarantine, alongside former KISS guitarist Bruce Kulick.
KISS concluded their regular “End Of The Road” farewell tour at Madison Square Garden in December 2023. The Las Vegas event offers a rare opportunity for fans to see the musicians together again.
The land-based format follows the band’s earlier themed cruises, which combined concerts with exclusive fan experiences. Its hotel setting allows similar activities without a voyage.
The acoustic concert provides a distinctive perspective on the group’s songwriting and continues the tradition of special performances for its dedicated international fan community.
Event information: KISS website.
