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Lucky Dragon Hotel & Casino, located just off the Strip on Sahara Avenue, celebrated its grand opening Dec. 3. Festivities featured eye-opening dragon and lion ceremonies, traditional dances and crackling Chinese fireworks. Photo Credit: Courtesy Lucky Dragon Hotel & Casino

From left, general manager Matt Harkness; COO Dave Jacoby; president and CEO Andrew Fonfa; and managing principal James Weidner cut the ribbon to officially open the hotel. Photo Credit: Courtesy Lucky Dragon Hotel & Casino

Taiko drummers call the grand opening celebration to commence. Photo Credit: Courtesy Lucky Dragon Hotel & Casino

A crowd gathers as a traditional lion dance is performed. Photo Credit: Courtesy Lucky Dragon Hotel & Casino

A lion enters the Jewel Kitchen at Lucky Dragon, bringing prosperity and good luck. Photo Credit: Courtesy Lucky Dragon Hotel & Casino

Before entering the casino, the lions ate heads of lettuce hanging from the doorway, an act believed to bring wealth and good fortune to the property. The lions and dragons then formed a procession that wound its way around the casino floor and through the resort as players tried their luck at the slots and tables. Photo Credit: Courtesy Lucky Dragon Hotel & Casino