Laughlin Shopping Guide
While Laughlin is known for its casinos and entertainment, there are also plenty of shopping opportunities. From casino gift shops with Laughlin souvenirs to outlet stores and specialty boutiques, you'll find shopping options throughout the Laughlin area.
Shopping Tips
- Casino gift shops often have the best selection of Laughlin-branded souvenirs
- Head across the river to Bullhead City, Arizona for additional shopping and no sales tax on many items
- Many casino shops offer Players Club member discounts
Shopping in Laughlin Nevada
Laughlin isn't a shopping destination in the way that Las Vegas or Scottsdale are, but there's enough retail therapy to fill an afternoon if the casino floors and pool chairs get boring. The main draw is the Laughlin Outlet Center, which offers brand-name stores at discount prices. Beyond that, each casino has gift shops and small retail areas, and Bullhead City across the river has the standard big-box stores for everyday needs.
Laughlin Outlet Center
The Laughlin Outlet Center sits right on Casino Drive between Pioneer Casino and the main cluster of resorts. It's walking distance from most Laughlin casinos and has free parking if you'd rather drive. The center has about 30 outlet stores carrying brand names at 25-65% off retail prices.
Notable stores include Coach, Calvin Klein, Nike, Levi's, Under Armour, Gap Outlet, and several home goods and accessory shops. The center isn't huge — you can walk the entire thing in 30 minutes if you're just browsing. But the prices are legitimate outlet discounts, not the fake "compare at" pricing you see at some outlets in bigger cities. Saturday and Sunday are the busiest times; weekday mornings are nearly empty and you'll have the stores to yourself.
Hours are typically 9 AM to 8 PM daily, though individual stores may vary. Holiday weekends often have extended hours and extra sales. The food court has basic options if you get hungry while shopping.
Casino Gift Shops
Every Laughlin casino has at least one gift shop, and they carry the usual casino merchandise: logoed t-shirts, shot glasses, magnets, keychains, playing cards, and souvenir items. Prices are standard tourist-shop markup, but if you want a "Laughlin Nevada" hoodie or a Colorado Belle keychain for your collection, this is where you'll find them.
Golden Nugget has the nicest retail shops on the casino strip — more upscale merchandise, brand-name accessories, and a better selection of gifts than the other properties. Riverside Resort has a small shopping arcade with several specialty stores including western wear, jewelry, and Native American crafts.
Shopping in Bullhead City, Arizona
Cross the Laughlin Bridge into Bullhead City and you'll find all the standard American retail: Walmart Supercenter, Safeway, Dollar Tree, AutoZone, Home Depot, and various strip mall stores. For Laughlin visitors, Bullhead City is where you handle practical shopping — groceries for the hotel mini fridge, sunscreen you forgot to pack, phone chargers, and other essentials.
Bullhead City also has a handful of local shops worth checking out: antique stores on Highway 95, a couple of pawn shops (some visitors find interesting deals), and Mexican grocery stores with authentic products and fresh bakeries. The Riviera Mexican Restaurant and Mercado is popular with locals for both dining and groceries.
What to Buy in Laughlin
- Outlet deals: The Coach and Nike outlets at Laughlin Outlet Center regularly have 50-70% off clearance sections
- Native American crafts: Authentic turquoise jewelry and pottery from local artisans, found at Riverside Resort shops and occasionally at Avi Casino gift shop
- Casino memorabilia: Collectible playing cards, casino chips, and logoed merchandise from each property
- Desert-themed gifts: Cactus decor, desert landscape art, and southwestern home goods from various shops
- Gas and groceries: Both are cheaper in Bullhead City, Arizona than on the Nevada side — stock up when you cross the bridge
Seasonal Markets and Pop-Up Events
During the cooler months (October-March), several casino properties host outdoor markets, craft fairs, and vendor events in their parking areas or outdoor event spaces. These feature local artisans, food vendors, and seasonal merchandise. Dates vary by year — check each casino's event calendar when planning your trip. The River Run motorcycle rally in April and various car shows throughout the year also bring vendor tents and specialty merchandise to the Laughlin strip.
Shopping Tips for Laughlin Visitors
A few practical shopping tips that locals know and tourists figure out on day two:
- Arizona has lower sales tax. Clark County, Nevada sales tax is 8.375%. Mohave County, Arizona (Bullhead City) is 5.6%. For big purchases, drive across the bridge.
- Outlet stores have the best deals on clearance racks. Walk past the front displays and head straight to the back of each store. That's where the real discounts hide — 70-80% off on last-season items.
- Weekday mornings are empty. If you hate crowds and sales pressure, hit the Laughlin Outlet Center on a Tuesday or Wednesday morning. You'll practically have the stores to yourself.
- Casino gift shop prices are tourist prices. That $30 Laughlin t-shirt at the casino gift shop? You can find the same thing at a Bullhead City shop for $12. The casino shops charge a premium because they're convenient.
- Pack for the desert. If you forgot sunscreen, sunglasses, a hat, or a refillable water bottle, grab them at Walmart in Bullhead City before you spend the rest of your trip shopping for things you actually want. Desert survival comes first, retail therapy second.
Best Souvenirs From Laughlin Nevada
If you want to bring something home that actually reminds you of Laughlin (and not just another generic magnet), here are the local favorites:
- Casino playing cards: Each casino sells decks with their logo. They're used decks pulled from the gaming floor — slightly different from retail decks (most have a hole punched through them or a corner cut to retire them). Great conversation starters at your home poker night.
- Turquoise jewelry: Authentic Native American turquoise from the Southwest. Avi Casino (Fort Mojave Indian Tribe property) and Riverside Resort gift shop carry pieces made by local artisans. Prices range from $15 for earrings to $200+ for statement pieces.
- Hot sauce: Nevada desert hot sauces made with local chili peppers show up at seasonal markets and a couple of Bullhead City shops. Unique, affordable, and it fits in your suitcase.
- Casino chips: Some properties sell commemorative or collectible chips. River Rick (the neon cowboy from Pioneer Casino) merchandise is particularly popular with collectors.
Shopping Summary
Laughlin shopping is practical, not flashy. The Laughlin Outlet Center handles brand-name deals, Bullhead City covers everyday needs, and casino gift shops have your souvenirs. Don't expect a Fashion Show Mall or Caesars Forum experience — that's what Las Vegas is for. Do expect honest outlet discounts, reasonable gift shop prices, and the convenience of having everything within a 10-minute drive. Most visitors spend one afternoon shopping and the rest of their trip at the casinos, pool, and restaurants. That ratio is about right for Laughlin.