OMNIA Las Vegas & San Diego:

A Dual Launch in Two Major Markets

OMNIA Las Vegas at Caesars Palace

OMNIA Las Vegas was designed to set a new standard for luxury nightlife. The multi-level venue, located in the former PURE Nightclub space, spanned 75,000 square feet and featured a seductive ultra-lounge, a high-energy main room, and a breathtaking rooftop garden. Hakkasan Group spared no expense in the $100 million rebuild, outfitting the space with interactive features, opulent finishes, and cutting-edge technology that offered an unparalleled experience for its guests​

In 2015, OMNIA, a nightlife destination by Hakkasan Group, opened its doors in two major markets: Las Vegas and San Diego. These launches, which occurred within six weeks of each other, represented an unprecedented co-approach to nightclub marketing in both cities. The goal was to create synergy between OMNIA Las Vegas at Caesars Palace and OMNIA San Diego, leveraging the shared resident DJ roster, the elite status of Las Vegas nightlife, and San Diego's role as a critical feeder market for Southern California clientele.


OMNIA San Diego

The San Diego venue was equally ambitious, featuring a $25 million investment that transformed the 22,000-square-foot space into a luxurious nightclub, complete with a rooftop terrace offering stunning views of the Gaslamp Quarter​. Hakkasan Group aimed to elevate San Diego’s nightlife scene by replicating the opulence of its Las Vegas counterpart while adapting to the more intimate San Diego market.

Shared DJ Rosters and Residencies

A key element in the success of both venues was the sharing of a star-studded DJ roster. World-renowned talent such as Calvin Harris, Tiësto, and Steve Aoki performed at both locations, with high-impact residencies that brought the "Las Vegas nightclub experience" to San Diego for the first time​. This strategic move created a unique allure, allowing San Diego patrons to enjoy the same caliber of entertainment typically reserved for Vegas hotspots.

Robust Marketing Campaign

The marketing campaign for OMNIA San Diego was unlike anything the city had seen before. The comprehensive media plan included:

  • Magazines: High-impact advertising campaigns in prominent publications such as Modern Luxury, Riviera, and San Diego Union-Tribune, featuring fold-out covers that showcased the entire DJ roster. This elevated the perception of the nightclub, setting it apart from local competitors.

  • Billboards: Strategically placed billboards across the Gaslamp District and Pacific Beach, with eye-catching designs featuring larger-than-life images of resident DJs. These high-impact visuals dominated key traffic areas, ensuring maximum visibility.

  • Buses: Eight party buses, popular among college students and young professionals, were wrapped in OMNIA branding. These mobile advertisements not only targeted competitors’ customers but also heightened anticipation as they transported patrons to and from venues in the months leading up to the club's opening

Digital Marketing Strategy

OMNIA's digital marketing efforts were sophisticated and far-reaching. In collaboration with major talent agencies such as CAA and WME, OMNIA executed targeted campaigns across social media and digital platforms to promote its DJ residencies. These campaigns were carefully coordinated to build interest, capture data, and retarget potential guests. This strategy created a robust database for future marketing efforts.

Additionally, a large-scale SEO initiative ensured that OMNIA dominated search engines, allowing interested customers to find information about residencies, event tickets, and VIP experiences effortlessly. A three-day hiring event six weeks prior to the club’s opening also helped build local excitement, attracting some of the most influential staff from competing venues in the region.

Impact

The dual launch of OMNIA in Las Vegas and San Diego was a groundbreaking achievement that redefined the standards for nightclub marketing. The scale of the campaign, the sharing of world-class DJs, and the synergy between the two venues created a buzz that resonated far beyond the local markets. Opening weekend in San Diego was a massive success, with lines wrapping around the block, and the venue quickly became a staple in Southern California's nightlife scene.

OMNIA Las Vegas and San Diego set new benchmarks for luxury nightlife marketing and operations, blending the prestige of Las Vegas nightlife with the vibrant, emerging market of San Diego. This success story demonstrates the power of integrated, cross-market campaigns and the ability of world-class entertainment to elevate nightlife experiences across different cities.

Citations

  • Hakkasan Group Unveils Name Of Its New Nightlife Experience At Caesars Palace Scheduled To Open Spring 2015

    Source: LAS VEGAS, Oct. 14, 2014 /PRNewswire/

  • New Club Brings Vegas To The Gaslamp

    By Lori Weisberg | The San Diego Union-Tribune August 24, 2016

  • Hakkasan Group Announces 2016 Las Vegas Residency Roster: Exclusive

    By David Rishty. billbboard February 3, 2016