KISS Plans Fan Gathering in Vegas for 50th Anniversary

Gene Simmons has clarified that the upcoming 'KISS Army Storms Vegas' event, scheduled for November 14–16 at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas, is not a traditional concert but rather a fan-focused gathering celebrating the 50th anniversary of the KISS Army fan club. Simmons, along with Paul Stanley and Tommy Thayer, will attend, while the participation of other band members like Eric Singer remains uncertain; Bruce Kulick is expected to join. The event will not feature the iconic KISS stage show or makeup, keeping with the band’s vow that their previous farewell tour was their last full-costume performance. Instead, fans can expect jam sessions, Q&A segments, and appearances by tribute acts and special guests such as Black N Blue and Sebastian Bach. Organizers emphasize an intimate, convention-like atmosphere, offering fans personal interactions with band members and a celebration of KISS’s enduring legacy. Simmons has stressed that while there may be some live music, it will be informal and not a full-fledged concert.