Clark County Commission Chairman Michael Naft and Commissioner Justin Jones will host a special ceremony at the Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas Sign on Thursday, April 30, at 5 p.m. to illuminate the iconic landmark in gold to honor Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month. The ceremony, co-hosted by Gold House and One APIA Nevada, will celebrate the cultural contributions and achievements of AANHPI leaders in sports and entertainment.

“AANHPI communities are woven into the fabric of Southern Nevada, and turning our most iconic sign golden is our way of honoring their legacy,” said Chairman Naft. “From entertainment stages to businesses and beyond, AANHPI leaders have helped define our region.”

“As the representative for the district home to Nevada’s largest AANHPI population and our vibrant Chinatown corridor, I see firsthand the incredible impact this community has on our local culture and economy,” said Commissioner Jones. “The AANHPI community is the heartbeat of District F and a cornerstone of Southern Nevada’s identity. Lighting the sign gold is a beautiful tribute, but the true brilliance of this community shines every day through the families, business owners, and trailblazers who make Clark County such a dynamic place to call home.”

“It is an honor to illuminate the iconic Las Vegas sign in gold for AANHPI Heritage Month, celebrating the cultural contributions that strengthen our community,” said Evan Louie, Board Chair, One APIA Nevada. “This tribute recognizes the lasting impact of AANHPI leaders and trailblazers, particularly in sports and entertainment, whose achievements continue to inspire audiences around the world. With the support of Clark County, we are immensely proud to celebrate our heritage in the heart of Southern Nevada.”

Asian Pacific American Heritage Month traces its origins to 1977, when Congress sought to honor the achievements and contributions of Asian Pacific Americans. The color gold holds deep cultural significance across Asian Pacific communities, historically representing home, family, power, sacred symbolism and wealth — embodying resilience and excellence.

Gold House's 'Gold Lights' initiative has illuminated landmarks from the Empire State Building and One World Trade Center to Willis Tower in Chicago and CN Tower in Toronto, among others.