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Judy Thorburn's Vegas Happenings

Criss Angel, Vegas Stand Up & Rock, Downtown Grand

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05 February 2023
Criss Angel Raises More than $1.3 Million at Birthday Party to Benefit Make-A-Wish® Southern Nevada, Cure 4 The Kids Foundation, Johnny Crisstopher Foundation - Photo credit: Jerry Metellus

 

 

Criss Angel Raises More than $1.3 Million at Birthday Party to Benefit Make-A-Wish® Southern Nevada, Cure 4 The Kids Foundation, Johnny Crisstopher Foundation

Superstar magician Criss Angel recently celebrated his 55th birthday with a private concert and auction event at House of Blues Las Vegas to benefit families battling pediatric cancer and other critical illnesses. In addition to a personal donation of $1 million from Angel, the event raised over $315,000 from other donors and auction items...


Vegas Stand Up & Rock

Vegas Stand Up & Rock located inside The OYO Hotel & Casino celebrated its grand opening on Friday, January 20 with invited members of the media in attendance experiencing the new showroom along with a night of stand-up comedy and live music...


Downtown Grand Hotel & Casino Celebrates New Caesars Sportsbook Opening

Downtown Grand Hotel & Casino commemorated the official opening of the new, state-of-the-art Caesars Sportsbook with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. The festivities continued with a ceremonial first bet and an appearance by author and professional gambler Anthony Curtis...


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Bellagio’s Conservatory & Botanical Gardens, Iconic Vegas Marquees Illuminate Blue to Show Support for Law Enforcement

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15 January 2023
Bellagio Conservatory Lunar New Year 2023 South Bed

 

 

Bellagio’s Conservatory & Botanical Gardens Celebrates Year of the Rabbit With Spectacular Display

In celebration of Lunar New Year, Bellagio's Conservatory & Botanical Gardens unveiled its breathtaking new display, “Year of the Rabbit” on Tuesday, January 10. Through March 4, guests will be immersed in a space reflecting peace and tranquility, where Asian culture is celebrated and honored in thoughtful fashion...


 

Iconic Vegas Marquees Illuminate Blue to Show Support for Law Enforcement

The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department (LVMPD) Foundation kicked off its annual Go True Blue campaign On Monday, January 9, beginning a year-long drive to honor hardworking law enforcement professionals...


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A Musical About Star Wars, NEWSical The Musical, A Very Terry Christmas, PT’s Taverns Donates to Toy Drive

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21 December 2022
Greg Sullivan, Dylan Hartwell, Kristen Alderson, Taylor Crousore, Tom DAngora, Carly Sakolove - Photo credit: Michael D'Angora

 

 

Off-Broadway’s Biggest Hits “A Musical About Star Wars” and “NEWSical The Musical” Open in Las Vegas

Two of Off-Broadway’s biggest hits, the award-winning  NEWSical The Musical  and the fan-favorite,  A Musical About Star Wars, both opened Sunday night, December 4, inside The V Theater, located at The Miracle Mile Shops inside Planet Hollywood...


Terry Fator brings his holiday-themed show, “A Very Terry Christmas” to the Las Vegas Strip

Singer, comedian, ventriloquist and “America’s Got Talent” winner Terry Fator once again has brought his holiday-themed show, “A Very Terry Christmas” to the Las Vegas strip...


PT’s Taverns Donates More Than 540 Children's Bicycles and $30,000 to the 24th Annual 98.5 KLUC “The Chet Buchanan Show” Toy Drive

The 22nd annual Glittering Lights Drive-Thru Light Show at Las Vegas Motor Speedway is now open for visitors to enjoy this holiday season. Featuring close to 6 million colorful LED lights, it is a holiday tradition that has become part of the fabric of the Las Vegas community with proceeds supporting children's charities...


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The Immersive Nutcracker, Bellagio’s Conservatory, Glittering Lights, Balla Italian Soul, LINQ Promenade

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27 November 2022
The Immersive Nutcracker, A Winter Miracle - Photo credit: Judy Thorburn

 

The Immersive Nutcracker, A Winter Miracle, Opens in Las Vegas

Lighthouse Immersive, the innovators behind the blockbuster Immersive Van Gogh exhibition seen by over 5 million people across North America, brings holiday magic to families in Las Vegas with The Immersive Nutcracker, A Winter Miracle at Lighthouse ArtSpace Las Vegas at The Shops at Crystals (adjacent to ARIA)...


Bellagio’s Conservatory & Botanical Gardens Unveils Delicious and Festive New Holiday Display “Gingerbread Dreams, a Holiday Confection”

Bellagio’s Conservatory & Botanical Gardens has unveiled its delicious and decadent new holiday display titled, “Gingerbread Dreams, a Holiday Confection” inviting visitors to celebrate the sweetest and most wonderful time of the year...


The 22nd Annual Glittering Lights Drive Thru Opens at L.V. Motor Speedway

The 22nd annual Glittering Lights Drive-Thru Light Show at Las Vegas Motor Speedway is now open for visitors to enjoy this holiday season. Featuring close to 6 million colorful LED lights, it is a holiday tradition that has become part of the fabric of the Las Vegas community with proceeds supporting children's charities...


Balla Italian Soul Celebrates Grand Opening at Sahara Las Vegas

Balla Italian Soul, located inside the SAHARA Las Vegas celebrated its grand opening on Thursday, Nov. 10. Invited guests were treated to welcome cocktails poured from an Aperol spritz cart parked in front of the restaurant, followed by expertly prepared small plates, fresh seafood and antipasti stations and a surprise live dance performance choreographed to embody the bella vita of Italy...


The LINQ Promenade kicks of the Season with a Holiday Tree Lighting Event

The LINQ Promenade, the entertainment, retail and dining district located at the heart of the Las Vegas Strip, kicked off the holiday season with a spectacular holiday tree lighting event on Thursday, Nov. 17...


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Discovering King Tut’s Tomb, Make-A-Wish® Southern Nevada, 12th Annual Grant a Gift Gala

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05 November 2022
King Tut's Death Mask - Photo credit: Stephen Thorburn

 

Discovering King Tut’s Tomb

Imagine Exhibitions' new immersive exhibition, Discovering King Tut’s Tomb is now open for visitor to experience at at Luxor Hotel and Casino...


Make-A-Wish® Southern Nevada Makes Las Vegas Teen’s Theme Park Dream Vacation Come True

Make-A-Wish® Southern Nevada recently teamed up with Cityneon Holdings’ Marvel Avengers S.T.A.T.I.O.N inside Treasure Island Las Vegas to surprise a local wish teen and his family with a dream vacation to the theme park capital of the world...


12th Annual Grant a Gift Gala Raises Two Million Plus Surprise One Million Dollar Pledge from MGM Resorts International

Esteemed local nonprofit Grant a Gift Autism Foundation – Ackerman Center hosted its 12th annual Grant A Gift Gala underneath the sparkling lights on the Allegiant Stadium field on Thursday (10/20) evening...


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Fantasy Celebrates 23rd Anniversary, Bat Out of Hell, SAHARA Las Vegas 70th, Bellagio’s Conservatory, International Baking Industry Exposition

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15 October 2022
Cast of FANTASY with Nigel Lythgoe and Anita Mann - Photo Credit: Bryan Steffy

 

Fantasy Celebrates 23rd Anniversary and 2023 Calendar Release at Luxor

The beautiful and talented ladies of FANTASY, the award-winning topless female revue at Luxor Hotel and Casino, celebrated 23 years of success on the Las Vegas Strip with a VIP party at Public House inside the iconic Las Vegas property, followed by a performance of the show...


Bat Out of Hell – The Musical Opens at Paris Las Vegas

Bat Out of Hell – The Musical, the critically acclaimed new musical set to Jim Steinman and Meat Loaf’s greatest hits and best-selling albums, celebrated its highly anticipated official opening in its brand-new, immersive theatre at Paris Las Vegas on Oct. 7...


SAHARA Las Vegas Celebrates 70th Anniversary

SAHARA Las Vegas’ celebrated its 70th Anniversary on Friday, Oct. 7.  The event included a brief discussion by Dr. Michael Greenof the University of Nevada, Las Vegas about SAHARA’s origins on Oct. 7, 1952, and vibrant, seven-decade-long history as well as remarks by SAHARA Las Vegas President Paul Hobson...


Bellagio’s Conservatory & Botanical Gardens Unveils Fall Masterpiece with “Artfully Autumn” Display

Bellagio’s Conservatory & Botanical Gardens  has unveiled its latest seasonal display called  'Artfully Autumn” that welcomes guests as they embark on a feast for the senses with dramatic sculptural pieces and an abundance of fall floral, foliage and pumpkins, all while being captivated by a new custom fragrance...


The International Baking Industry Exposition (IBIE) Reunites Baking Industry in Las Vegas

The International Baking Industry Exposition, which took place in Las Vegas, Nevada from September 17 through September 21, welcomed the industry after a three-year hiatus from events. Close to 20,000 professionals registered for the expo, ready to take their baking businesses to the next level after pandemic-induced challenges filled much of the gap in the show’s three-year cycle...


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The Pearl Theatre, Shania Kids Can Foundation, Reckless In Vegas Day

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20 September 2022

 

Palms Casino Resort Welcomes Back The Pearl Theatre

Celebrating the unofficial end of summer, Palms Casino Resort welcomed back the iconic Pearl Theater on Saturday, September 3, with a community donation and ribbon cutting prior to the newly opened venue's first performers, recent inductees to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, Pat Benatar and Neil Giraldo taking the stage...


Communities In Schools of Southern Nevada partners with Shania Kids Can Foundation to Empower and Educate More Students in the Community

Communities In Schools of Southern Nevada (CIS), an affiliate of the fifth largest state office of the nation’s leading dropout prevention organization, has partnered with Shania Kids Can Foundation (SKC) to meet the needs of underserved students at Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary School, a new addition to CIS’ school roster for the 2022-2023 school year...


City Of Las Vegas Mayor Carolyn Goodman Officially Declares Saturday, Sept. 17, As Reckless In Vegas Day

Reckless In Vegas, the high-energy alt-rock band where Vintage Vegas Meets Rock ‘n’ Roll, and the City of Las Vegas officially announced Saturday, Sept. 17 as Reckless In Vegas Day. Proclaimed by city of Las Vegas Mayor Carolyn Goodman, Reckless In Vegas Day occurs on the birthday of lead singer and band founder Michael Shapiro...


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Michael Jackson One, SuperZoo, Make-A-Wish, Brooklyn Bowl

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02 September 2022
Michael Jackson One Birthday Celebration - Photo courtesy of Cirque du Soleil

 

  

Michael Jackson One by Cirque du Soleil Hosted the Annual Celebration of the King of Pop's Birthday

Michael Jackson ONE by Cirque du Soleil, in collaboration with The Estate of Michael Jackson, honored the legendary King of Pop’s birthday by delighting guests with fun-filled activities inside its world-class theater at Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino...


SuperZoo Welcomes 16K Pet Industry Professionals to 2022 Trade Show

From August 23-25, Las Vegas’s Mandalay Bay Convention Center was packed with pet industry professionals from around the world for SuperZoo, North America’s leading pet retail trade show...


Make-A-Wish Recipient Dances with Derek Hough at the Venetian Resort Las Vegas

Three-time Emmy award winner and six-time Dancing with the Stars champion, Derek Hough partnered with Make-A-Wish to grant the wish of 16-year-old Reese from Hamilton, Ohio. Reese, who has epilepsy, is a former competitive dancer and it was her wish to meet Derek and see him perform live in Derek Hough: No Limit at The Venetian® Resort Las Vegas...


Brooklyn Bowl Hosts HELP of Southern Nevada

Shannon West Homeless Youth Center Youth in Honor of National Nonprofit Day

On Aug. 17, Brooklyn Bowl Las Vegas hosted clients of HELP of Southern Nevada’s Shannon West Homeless Youth Center (SWHYC) for an evening of luxury bowling, delicious house-made comfort food and unforgettable fun in honor of National Nonprofit Day, Aug. 17...


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National Atomic Testing Museum Debuts New Exhibit - Station Casinos Presents $120,000 Donation

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17 August 2022
National Atomic Testing Museum Debuts New Exhibit "Beyond the Manhattan Project" Cleaning up the Legacy of America's Nuclear Defense and Research Missions" - Photo courtesy of The National Atomic Testing Museum

 

  

National Atomic Testing Museum Debuts New Exhibit "Beyond the Manhattan Project" Cleaning up the Legacy of America's Nuclear Defense and Research Missions"

On Tuesday, August 2,  The National Atomic Testing Museum (NATM) debuted  a brand-new joint exhibit created in partnership with the  United States Department of Energy’s (DOE) Office of Environmental Management (EM) titled “Beyond the Manhattan Project: Cleaning up the Legacy of America’s Nuclear Defense and Research Missions.”...


Station Casinos Presents $120,000 Donation to the Public Education Foundation

On Thursday, August 11, leaders from Station Casinos hosted a check presentation ceremony at Whitney Elementary School to benefit the Public Education Foundation...


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Reckless in Vegas, The Salt Room, Make-A-Wish® Southern Nevada, Sahara Las Vegas Honors Security Officers

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11 July 2022
Reckless in Vegas

 

  

Reckless in Vegas -“A Modern Twist on Vintage Vegas” - Opens at The Sahara

Reckless in Vegas opened its first residency in the Sahara Theatre on June 30 for a six month engagement...


New Salt Room Experience Opens in SW LAS VEGAS Near Southern Highlands

Las Vegas’ choice for salt wellness therapy, The Salt Room has added a third location to its roster at 10680 Dean Martin Dr., Bldg. 4 Ste. 100, Las Vegas, in the retail spaces at KAKTUSlife...


Make-A-Wish® Southern Nevada Grants RV Camping Wish to Nine-Year-Old Cancer Patient

Diagnosed with leukemia at age six, Kaci has experienced a grueling medical journey filled with weekly chemotherapy treatments. An optimistic child, Kaci maintains a sunny outlook on life despite the hardships she has faced...


Sahara Las Vegas Honors Security Officers Who Have Saved Lives On Property

On Wednesday, June 22, at 2 p.m., SAHARA Las Vegas hosted an honorary awards ceremony commemorating 17 security officers who went above and beyond their duty to save and protect lives on property...


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World Series Of Poker®, Tacos & Tequila, Thunder From Down Under

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27 July 2022
2022 WSOP Main Event Final Table - Photo credit: Poker News

 

  

Norway’s Espen Jorstad Makes Poker History As The First-ever World Series Of Poker® Main Event® Champion On The Las Vegas Strip

After 9 days of intense Main Event play, Norway’s Espen Jorstad solidified his place in poker history as the first-ever World Series of Poker (WSOP®) Champion to be crowned on the Las Vegas Strip...


Tacos & Tequila Officially Celebrates Return to Las Vegas with a Lively Grand Opening Party

Tacos & Tequila (T&T) celebrated their vibrant new 4,000 square foot restaurant and cantina, located at Palace Station Hotel and Casino, with a grand opening party on Tuesday night, July 12, that featured energetic tunes from a live mariachi band...


Australia’s Thunder From Down Under Celebrated 20th Anniversary at Excalibur

It was a night of fun and excitement on Wednesday, July 13 inside Excalibur’s Thunderland Showroom as Australia’s Thunder From Down Under entertained and danced for fans, celebrating 20 years of performances at the castle along The Strip...


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The Little Vegas Chapel - Bellagio Conservatory & Botanical Gardens - Olympia Companies SH Charitable Foundation

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21 June 2022
The Little Vegas Chapel Celebrated Expansion During Pride Month With Celebrity Commitment Ceremony - Photo credit: Ethan Miller Getty Images

 

 

 

The Little Vegas Chapel Celebrated Expansion During Pride Month With Celebrity Commitment Ceremony

 
The Little Vegas Chapel, an award-winning wedding chapel since 2013 located within downtown Las Vegas’ Neon Gateway near the famed Arts District, celebrated the expansion and grand opening of its new ceremony venue, the Imperial Chapel, on June 14 that began with a ceremonial ribbon cutting at 5:30 pm with the Las Vegas Chamber and Michael Kelly, managing partner of The Las Vegas Little Chapel...

Bellagio Conservatory & Botanical Gardens Debuts New Summer Display ‘Jungle of Dreams'

 

Bellagio’s Conservatory & Botanical Gardens welcomes summer with the debut of its spectacular new display “Jungle of Dreams” that pays homage to the animal kingdom...


Olympia Companies SH Charitable Foundation Presented $1.6 Million in Donations to Eight Local Charities at Pancake Breakfast and Pool Party

 
Olympia Companies SH Charitable Foundation made quite a splash recently when the organization hosted a special celebratory Pancake Breakfast and Pool Party to present eight local charities with proceeds ranging in amounts from $100,000 - $300,000 that were raised at this year’s 22nd annual Governor’s Black-Tie event...

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ROUGE: THE SEXIEST SHOW IN VEGAS DEBUTS - BLACKSTONE SURPRISED 5,000 EMPLOYEES OF THE COSMOPOLITAN

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25 May 2022
Cast of ROUGE - Photo courtesy of ROUGE

 

 

ROUGE: THE SEXIEST SHOW IN VEGAS DEBUTS AT THE STRAT HOTEL CASINO & SKYPOD

ROUGE, billed as the Sexiest Show in Vegas, celebrated its World Premiere at The STRAT Hotel, Casino & SkyPod in Las Vegas with a gala event on Tuesday, May 17, 2022...


BLACKSTONE SURPRISED 5,000 EMPLOYEES OF THE COSMOPOLITAN

On Wednesday, May 11 Blackstone and The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas surprised 5,000 employees (CoStars) each with individual $5,000 bonuses, totaling an unprecedented $27 million...


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Palms Resort Las Vegas Reopens, TownePlace Suites by Marriott® Opens

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29 April 2022
Photo credit: Palms Resort Las Vegas

 

 

Palms Casino Resort Las Vegas Reopens After 2 Years

On Wednesday evening April 27, Palms Casino Resort Las Vegas has made its triumphant return, re-opening its doors as one of Las Vegas’ most iconic casino resort destinations...


TownePlace Suites by Marriott® Opens in North Las Vegas

Nigro Construction has announced the completion and opening of a brand new extended-stay hotel, TownePlace Suites by Marriott® in the booming city of North Las Vegas...


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St. Baldrick's Day, Wonder Women of Metro, Walk-On’s Sports Bistreaux

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07 April 2022
St. Baldrick's Day - Photo courtesy of New York-New York Hotel & Casino

 

New York- New York's 13th Annual St. Baldrick's Day Event Raises Over $288,000 for Childhood Cancer Research

On Saturday, March 19, New York-New York Hotel & Casino raised more than $288,000 to benefit the St. Baldrick’s Foundation during its 13th annual head-shaving event...


Fifth Annual Wonder Women of Metro Luncheon presented by LVMPD Foundation

More than 350 community, business, and law enforcement leaders, many of them women, attended the Wonder Women of Metro Luncheon on Tuesday, March 29 that is hosted by the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department (LVMPD) Foundation to celebrate and recognize female leadership in law enforcement and in our communities...


Walk-On’s Sports Bistreaux Brings Unique Louisiana Flavor to Las Vegas Strip

Walk-On’s Sports Bistreaux – a leading sports restaurant with an underdog culture, Louisiana-inspired menu, and family-friendly atmosphere  officially opened to the public at Harrah’s Las Vegas on Monday, March 28...


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Amazing Johnathan, Celtic Feis, Chippendales, Bellagio’s Conservatory, Durango Casino & Resort, Hidden Heroes Gala, SkyJump for a Cure

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20 March 2022
Amazing Johnathan

 

Magicians and Friends Celebrate the Life of The Amazing Johnathan at Plaza Hotel

The invitations said “not a prank” in reference to the Memorial/Celebration of Life for The Amazing Johnathan (real name Johnathan Szeles) who passed away on February 22, 2002, and was well known as not just a comedy magician but also a prankster...


New York-New York Hotel & Casino Celebrates ST. Patrick’s Day With Celtic Feis

New York-New York Hotel & Casino celebrated the luck of the Irish at its annual Celtic Feis festival on March 17 with leprechauns, stilt walkers and live entertainment...


Chippendales Celebrates 20th Anniversary at Rio Las Vegas with "Jersey Shore" Star Vinny Guadagnino Returning as Celebrity Host for Third Time

“Jersey Shore” star Vinny Guadagnino (“Vinny G.”) returned to Chippendales as the special celebrity guest host for a third residency with a red-carpet event on Friday, March 11, 2022.  His return coincides with Chippendales celebrating its 20th anniversary at Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas...


Bellagio’s Conservatory & Botanical Gardens Elevates the Season with Vibrant “Flights of Fancy” Spring Display

Celebrating the exquisite beauty of flight, Bellagio’s Conservatory & Botanical Gardens unveils an “elevated” spring display titled, “Flights of Fancy,” on view now through May 14...


Station Casinos Breaks Ground On Durango Casino & Resort

Station Casinos and hundreds of its team members celebrated the future of Durango Casino & Resort with a ceremonial groundbreaking on March 11...


Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department Foundation Held 5th Annual Hidden Heroes Gala

The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department (LVMPD) Foundation and The Gratitude Project hosted the Fifth Annual Hidden Heroes Gala on Friday, March 4 at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas to celebrate and recognize the men and women of the LVMPD Fusion Watch....


The STRAT Hotel, Casino & SkyPod Raises Over $12,000 After Hosting “SkyJump for a Cure” Charitable Event in Partnership with Students of the Year

Station Casinos and hundreds of its team members celebrated the future of Durango Casino & Resort with a ceremonial groundbreaking on March 11...


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Grand Canal Shoppes at The Venetian Resort Las Vegas Hosts 11th Annual Chinese New Year in the Desert™ Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

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19 February 2022
Ribbon Cutting - Photo credit: Grand Canal Shoppes at the Venetian

 

Grand Canal Shoppes at The Venetian Resort Las Vegas Hosts 11th Annual Chinese New Year in the Desert™ Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

Grand Canal Shoppes at The Venetian® Resort Las Vegas hosted the official 11th Annual Chinese New Year in the Desert™ ribbon cutting ceremony, presented by the Asian & Pacific Islander American Chamber of Commerce and Entrepreneurship on Thursday, February 3...

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Bellagio’s Conservatory & Botanical Gardens Unveils Festive “Eye of the Tiger” Display

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31 January 2022
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Bellagio’s Conservatory & Botanical Gardens Unveils Festive “Eye of the Tiger” Display in Celebration of Lunar New Year

Bellagio’s Conservatory & Botanical Gardens is celebrating the Year of the Tiger with a festive Lunar New Year display open through. March 5. Designed to bring prosperity and luck to all who visit, the “Eye of the Tiger” display takes guests into a world of legend and myth through a blend of Asian culture and Western ideology...

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Side Piece Pizza - ‘Wreaths of Hope’ Holiday Competition

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11 January 2022
Judges Drew Belcher, @realfatboyfrench, Mariah Rivera, and Al Mancini. - Photo courtesy of Side Piece Pizza

 

 

Side Piece Pizza Hosted Pizza-Making Competition in Honor of National Pizza Week

Side Piece Pizza, located inside Red Rock Casino Resort & Spa in Summerlin, got a head start on National Pizza Week with a ‘Build Your Dream Pizza’ competition featuring local media and celebrity personalities on Tuesday, Jan. 4...


Boyd Gaming Announces Winners of 2021 ‘Wreaths of Hope’ Holiday Competition

Boyd Gaming awarded a prize pool of nearly $65,000 to 34 southern Nevada charities that participated in the Company’s seventh annual holiday competition, “Wreaths of Hope.” Non-profit organizations that decorated wreaths at The Orleans, Aliante, Gold Coast, Suncoast, Sam’s Town, Cannery and Main Street Station received prizes based on more than 47,000 customer votes cast from November 22 through December 17...


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Neon Museum Brilliant! - Enchant - Chet Buchanan Show Toy Drive - One Drop Foundation

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23 December 2021
Neon Museum Brilliant! - Photo credit: Ken Owens

 

 

NEON MUSEUM Opens Newly Reimagined North Gallery and Brilliant! Show

The Neon Museum, located at 770 Las Vegas Blvd. N, opened its newly reimagined North Gallery and Brilliant! show to the public on Dec. 14...


Enchant Las Vegas debuts at Las Vegas Ballpark

For the first time in Las Vegas, Enchant Las Vegas debuted at Las Vegas Ballpark in downtown Summerlin. The festive outdoor holiday attraction is a winter wonderland that lives up to its name...


The 23rd Annual 98.5 KLUC Chet Buchanan Show Toy Drive Benefitting HELP of Southern Nevada Collects Record Number of Donations

The 23rd annual 98.5 KLUC Chet Buchanan Show Toy Drive benefitting HELP of Southern Nevada collected an unprecedented number of donations with the 12-day event filling 42 trucks with new toys, 7,981 bicycles and more than $600,000 in gift cards and monetary donations...


One Drop Foundation Hosted Exclusive Event to Benefit Two Local Water Charities

The One Drop Foundation hosted an event, Winter One Drop Land, in Las Vegas, Nevada and announced a contribution of $20,000 to benefit two local Las Vegas water charities: WaterStart Channels for Water Innovation and the Southern Nevada Water Authority Youth Conservation Council...


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Glittering Lights - Big Boys Toys - Bellagio’s Conservatory - EXTRAVAGANZA The Vegas Spectacular - 2021 World Series of Poker -

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30 November 2021
Glittering Lights Entrance - Photo credit: Judy Thorburn

 

 

Glittering Lights Kicks Off at Las Vegas Motor Speedway

Nevada's premiere holiday themed drive thru experience“Glittering Lights” at Las Vegas Motor Speedway held a sneak preview for VIPs and the media on Wednesday evening November 17...


Big Boys Toys Innovation, Luxury, and Lifestyle Exhibition Returned to Las Vegas

If money is no object and you are looking for the perfect Christmas or Hanukkah gift for a loved one or even yourself, Big Boys Toys, the world’s premier innovation and luxury lifestyle exhibition that took place November 19-21 inside the renowned World Market Center in downtown Las Vegas, was the place to shop...


Bellagio’s Conservatory & Botanical Gardens Unveils 
Winter Display

Bellagio’s Conservatory & Botanical Gardens  unwrapped its extravagant holiday display, inviting visitors to celebrate the most wonderful time of the year now through January 1...


Germany's Koray Aldemir Crowned the 2021 World Series of Poker® Main Event® Champion

Following 12 intense days of play at the Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino, Germany’s  Koray Aldemir  was officially crowned the  52nd  WSOP World Champion on Wednesday, November 17...


Eli Elezra Officially Named the 2021 World Series of Poker® Hall of Fame Inductee

On Wednesday, Nov. 17, the  World Series of Poker® enshrined veteran poker professional  Eli Elezra  into the  2021 Poker Hall of Fame. The long-awaited induction ceremony was held in tandem with day two of the Main Event Final Table and the Hall of Fame Bounty tournament at  Rio Hotel & Casino  in Las Vegas...


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The Bronx Wanderers - iLuminate - Eight Cigar Lounge - Vegas Vickie Lookalikes - The Beverly Theater - Van Gogh Exhibit

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08 November 2021
The Bronx Wanderers

 

 

The Bronx Wanderers Open Their New Residency at Westgate

After having to close their show at another venue due to the pandemic, the very popular band, The Bronx Wanderers are finally back on a Las Vegas stage, performing in their new home, The Cabaret at The Westgate in Las Vegas...


iLuminate Opens at The STRAT Theatre

After months of anticipation, iLuminate (pronounced eye-luminate) who appeared on America's Got Talent where they became finalists for their season and were dubbed Best New Act in America, delivered an electrifying opening night inside The STRAT Theater on Friday evening, October 22...


Eight Cigar Lounge at Resorts World Las Vegas Celebrates Grand Opening with Star-Studded Affair

The grand opening of Eight Cigar Lounge at Resorts World Las Vegas was celebrated on the evening of Thursday, November 4...


30 Vegas Vickie Lookalikes Compete in Circa’s $10K Halloween Costume Contest

On Halloween, 30 Vegas Vickie™ lookalikes competed in the first ever “Neon Idol” costume contest at Circa Resort & Casino in downtown Las Vegas...


The Original Immersive Van Gogh Exhibit Las Vegas Launched Immersive Yoga Classes with a VIP Preview Featuring Various Las Vegas Entertainers

The Original Immersive van Gogh exhibit in the heart of Las Vegas has partnered with America’s favorite kefir company, Lifeway Foods, to offer yoga under The Starry Night...


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Grant A Gift Autism Foundation - The Original Immersive Van Gogh Exhibit - Grand Opening For New Aviation Facility

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19 October 2021
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Grant A Gift Autism Foundation Raises $1.5 Million at 11th Annual Gala

Grant a Gift Autism Foundation recently hosted its 11th annual charitable gala on the Allegiant Stadium field, raising an unprecedented $1.5 million in donations towards the foundation’s mission to help children, young adults and their families throughout Southern Nevada master autism...


The Original Immersive van Gogh Exhibit Celebrates Las Vegas Premiere at the All-New Lighthouse Las Vegas at The Shops at Crystals

The highly-anticipated art installation, THE ORIGINAL IMMERSIVE VAN GOGH EXHIBIT, celebrated its Opening Night Premiere with a “starry night” gala event at the all-new venue, Lighthouse Las Vegas, at The Shops at Crystals (adjacent to ARIA) on Thursday, October 7...


Grand Opening Event for New Aviation Facility at Henderson Executive Airport

Flight school and aircraft rental company, All In Aviation, along with maintenance partner, Lone Mountain Aviation, elected officials and dignitaries celebrated the grand opening of its 26-hangar facility and aviation complex at Henderson Executive Airport (HND)on Wednesday, October 13...


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Sixth Annual “Food is Art” - Sammy’s Beach Bar Cocktail Co. - Bellagio’s Conservatory & Botanical Gardens

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Sixth Annual “Food is Art” Raises More than $200,000 for the ALS Association Nevada Chapter

The sixth annual “Food is Art” dine-around raised more than $200,000 for the ALS Association Nevada Chapter on Friday evening, September 24...


Rock Legend Sammy Hagar Launches Sammy’s Beach Bar Cocktail Co. with Unprecedented Rooftop Performance on the L.V. Strip

Rock & Roll Hall of Famer and spirits trailblazer SAMMY HAGAR commemorated the launch of Sammy’s Beach Bar Cocktail Co., debuting with a line of top shelf sparkling rum cocktails, by making history on September22, with the first-ever rooftop performance overlooking the Las Vegas Strip...


Bellagio’s Conservatory & Botanical Gardens Reveals ‘Deeper Into the Woods’ Autumn Display

Bellagio’s Conservatory & Botanical Gardens recently debuted an autumn display that transports guests “Deeper Into the Woods” for an enchanting journey through a magical forest filled with playful woodland creatures and one-of-a-kind artistic floral arrangements...


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“Mentalist of the Year” Recipient, Banachek, Celebrates Grand Opening of “Banachek’s Mind Games Live” at The STRAT Hotel, Casino & SkyPod

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“Mentalist of the Year” Recipient, Banachek, Celebrates Grand Opening of “Banachek’s Mind Games Live” at The STRAT Hotel, Casino & SkyPod

Thursday night, August 26,world-famous mentalist, Banachek, was named “Mentalist of the Year” during the grand opening celebration of his exhilarating new production, “Banachek’s Mind Games Live,”at The STRAT, Hotel, Casino & SkyPod...


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Magician & Internet Phenomenon Xavier Mortimer Celebrates World Premiere of “The Dream Maker” at The STRAT Hotel, Casino & SkyPod

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26 August 2021
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Magician & Internet Phenomenon Xavier Mortimer Celebrates World Premiere of “The Dream Maker” at The STRAT Hotel, Casino & SkyPod

Award-winning, worldwide internet phenomenon Xavier Mortimer celebrated the World Premiere of his new show, “The Dream Maker” at The STRAT Hotel, Casino & SkyPod inside the refreshed  STRAT Theater  on August 11, 2021, to unanimous acclaim...


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Potted Potter: The Unauthorized Harry Experience | 2021 Fill the Bus Event

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05 August 2021
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Potted Potter: The Unauthorized Harry Experience Celebrates Reopening at Bally's Las Vegas

The family friendly show, Potted Potter: The Unauthorized Harry Experience - A Parody by Dan and Jeff, returned to The Magic Attic showroom inside  Bally's Las Vegas on Friday, July 30, once again casting its spell on Las Vegas...


CREDIT ONE BANK® Supports Communities in Schools of Southern Nevada at 2021 FILL THE BUS EVENT

On July 22, Credit One Bank, a Las Vegas-based financial services company, presented Communities In Schools of Southern Nevada a check for $1,900, along with over 1,500 school supplies including: backpacks, containers of Clorox and Lysol spray, packages of pens and pencils, notebooks, packages of highlighters, and more that were donated by Bank employees for the non-profit’s ninth annual Fill the Bus event...



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Sammy Hagar to Rock the Strip with New Residency at The STRAT Hotel, Casino & SkyPod starting Halloween Weekend

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20 July 2021
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Sammy Hagar to Rock the Strip with New Residency at The STRAT Hotel, Casino & SkyPod starting Halloween Weekend

At a special press event on Monday, June 28, it was announced that rock legend SAMMMY HAGAR will kick off a new residency, “Sammy Hagar and Friends,” at The STRAT Theater, that will feature The Red Rocker collaborating with a rotating circle of his legendary friends, starting with shows on Friday, Oct. 29, Saturday, Oct. 30, Friday, Nov. 5 and Saturday, Nov. 6...


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27 – a Musical Adventure, Eco: A Season of Earthly Awareness

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27 – a Musical Adventure Opens at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas

27 – A Musical Adventure honoring the music icons gone too soon at the age of 27: Kurt Cobain, Jimi Hendrix, Janis Joplin, Robert Johnson, Jim Morrison, and Amy Winehouse debuted at its new home inside 24 Oxford, the all-new residency at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas, on May 19, 2021...


Bellagio’s Conservatory & Botanical Gardens Unveils its New Summer Display, “Eco: A Season of Earthly Awareness.

Bellagio’s Conservatory & Botanical Gardens welcomes summer with the debut of its new display, “Eco: A Season of Earthly Awareness.” Paying homage to the elements needed for life to flourish, with more than 30,000 flowers and plants, the garden beds are artistically designed to represent earth, wind, water and fire...


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Vegas Golden Knights and The D Las Vegas Host Thousands of Fans at 3rd Annual Fan Fest

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Vegas Golden Knights and The D Las Vegas Host Thousands of Fans at 3rd Annual Fan Fest

Thousands gathered at the Downtown Las Vegas Events Center on Saturday, February 29 to experience fun-filled festivities at the VGK 2020 Fan Fest in celebration of the Vegas Golden Knight’s exciting third season...


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Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Las Vegas Officially Shut It's Doors

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Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Las Vegas Officially Shut Its Doors

After 25 years, The Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Las Vegas (located on the corner of Paradise Road and Harmon Avenue), known for its innovative music scene where legendary acts including The Rolling Stones, Bon Jovi, Paul McCartney, KISS and Guns N’ Roses have all performed, shut its doors for the last time on Sunday, February 3, 2020...


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The STRAT Hotel Casino & SkyPod • Bellagio's Conservatory & Botanical Gardens

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24 January 2020
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Rock icon Sammy Hagar and Rick Springfield Celebrate Reinvention of The STRAT Hotel, Casino & SkyPod

Golden Entertainment, Inc. has completed over $100 million in renovations at The Strat Hotel, Casino& SkyPod and marked the official transition to the iconic property’s new identity with a special event on Wednesday, January 22 hosted by rock icon, Sammy Hagar...


Bellagio’s Conservatory & Botanical Gardens Celebrates Year of the Rat with Festive Lunar New Year Display

Bellagio's Conservatory & Botanical Gardens has unveiled a captivating Lunar New Year display celebrating the Year of the Rat that is open for visitors to view through mid-March...


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Fremont Street Experience Unveils VIVA Vision Canopy • Beggin For Magic • Mia St. John Foundation Benefit Concert

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04 January 2020
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Fremont Street Experience Unveils Stunning New 3D Graphics and $32 Million Upgraded VIVA Vision Canopy

Downtown Las Vegas lit up on New Year’s Eve when Fremont Street Experience debuts an entirely new collection of stunning visuals and 3D graphics created exclusively for its $32 million renovation of Viva Vision, the world’s largest single video screen...


Murray The Magician's 8th Annual Beggin For Magic Charity Show

Former America's Got Talent finalist, comedy magician Murray Sawchuck, who headlines at the Tropicana Las Vegas, presented his 8th Annual Beggin For Magic Charity Show aka Murray's Family Variety Holiday Spectacular, inside the Tropicana's Laugh Factory Showroom, on Friday, December 20 to benefit Friends for Life Humane Society, a non profit animal rescue organization for our furry friends “beggin” to be adopted...


Tropicana Las Vegas Hosts the Mia St. John Foundation Benefit Concert Inside Legends in Concert Theater

On Thursday night, December 19, Tropicana Las Vegas hosted the Mia St. John Foundation special concert event, “Champions in Your Corner Benefit Concert” to bring awareness about mental health during the holiday season...


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WOW - “The Vegas Spectacular" • Great Santa Run • HyperX Esports Arena Las Vegas

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14 December 2019
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WOW - “The Vegas Spectacular" Celebrates 1,000th Performance at RIO All Suite Hotel & Casino

WOW – The Vegas Spectacular recently reached a milestone in Las Vegas. On Tuesday evening, December 10, the internationally acclaimed, family friendly production celebrated its 1,000 performance as well as is its 2nd year anniversary at the Rio Hotel & Casino...


Over 6,500 Participants Attend The 15th Annual Las Vegas Great Santa Run

On Saturday, December 7, Opportunity Village hosted the 15TH annual Las Vegas Great Santa Run in Downtown Las Vegas and were able to gather 6,644 Santa participants from across the world, including 6 countries and 43 states...


Brooklyn Gamer Wins $50,000 Shopping Spree at Simon Cup at HyperX Esports Arena Las Vegas

On Saturday, November 23, gamer Daryl John (Bugzvii) from Brooklyn, NY was crowned the champion of the first Simon Cup, a national esports competition co-produced by Allied Esports and Simon retail...


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Legends in Concert • FAME Awards • Glittering Lights

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23 November 2019
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Legends in Concert Launches 2019 Holiday Spectacular at Tropicana Las Vegas

The award-winning cast of LEGENDS IN CONCERT, the longest-running show in Las Vegas at Tropicana Las Vegas kicked off its ANNUAL HOLIDAY SHOW, Wednesday, Nov. 20 and runs through Monday, Dec. 30, 2019...


The Producers Choice Honors Notable Recipients With FAME Awards

The Producers Choice Honors, a celebration of Film, Art, Music and Entertainment, which previously was held at the Hard Rock Live on the Strip, took place at the Madrid Room inside Sunset Station On Wednesday evening, November 13...


Glittering Lights at Las Vegas
 Motor Speedway launched its 19th season with 
the Bronx Wanderers and other Las Vegas Entertainers

With music, laughter and holiday spirit, Glittering Lights presented by Goettl Air Conditioning & Plumbing launched its 19th season at the VIP/Preview Night on Thursday, November 7...


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Food is Art ‘Black Ties & Blue Jeans’ Event • TREVI Italian Restaurant •

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Food is Art ‘Black Ties & Blue Jeans’ Event Raises More than $280,000 for the ALS Association Nevada Chapter

Through the generosity and support of the local community and headline sponsors: Team Ford/Lincoln of Las Vegas, Golden Entertainment, Inc., Action Gaming, Kaercher Insurance, Gaming Arts, The Godfather of Las Vegas, Konami, and United Healthcare, the 4th annual Food is Art raised $282,562 for the ALS Association Nevada Chapter on Friday, Oct. 4...


TREVI Italian Restaurant Hosts Fifth Annual Charity Pizza-Making Competition Featuring Local Entertainers

TREVI ITALIAN RESTAURANT located inside of The Forum Shops at Caesars Palace Las Vegas Hotel & Casino, hosted its fifth annual media pizza-making competition, featuring local media personalities competing for charity, on Wednesday, Oct. 23...


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FANTASY • The Bronx Wanderers • Donny & Marie • Las Vegas Sands • Big Boys Toys

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23 October 2019
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FANTASY Celebrates 20th Anniversary at Luxor Hotel and Casino with the Debut of 2020 Calender

The stunning ladies of FANTASY, the award-winning adult revue at the Luxor Hotel and Casino, celebrated its milestone 20th anniversary and the debut of the show’s 2020 calendar, “2020: Vision of Beauty” on Tuesday night, October 15...


The Bronx Wanderers Celebrate 1000th show in Las Vegas

The Bronx Wanderers celebrated their 1000th performance in Las Vegas on Thursday, October 10 at the LINQ Hotel & Casino. It marked another milestone for the extremely talented musicians fronted by the charismatic, Bronx born, former chart topping record producer, Vinny Adolfini, whose dream of headlining on the Las Vegas strip became a reality just three years ago...


Donny & Marie Osmond Honored by Las Vegas Walk of Stars at Flamingo Las Vegas

Donny & Marie Osmond were honored by the Las Vegas Walk of Stars in an unveiling ceremony outside of Flamingo Las Vegas on Friday afternoon, October 4. The beloved siblings, who have shared the stage at Flamingo Las Vegas for more than a decade, have now cemented their legacies with a shared star on the Las Vegas Strip...


Las Vegas Sands Joined Global Relief Kit Build Event for Disaster Relief Aid

On Oct. 5, Las Vegas Sands, along with global health organization Clean the World and the American Red Cross, partnered for a world-wide disaster relief kit build and blood drive to support community preparedness and social relief efforts...


Big Boys Toys, The World's Premier Innovation & Luxury Lifestyle Exhibition, Made Its Action-Packed Las Vegas Debut

BIG BOYS TOYS, the world’s premier Innovation & luxury lifestyle exhibition, which was stablished in 2009 and previously held in locations such as Dubai and Abu Dhabi, made its Las Vegas debut at the Las Vegas Convention Center. Friday, Oct. 11mthrough Sunday, Oct. 13...


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Out-of-this-World Area 51 Celebration • Walk for Water for One Drop

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04 October 2019
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Downtown Las Vegas Events Center Hosts Out-of-this-World Area 51 Celebration

On Thursday, September 19 Downtown Las Vegas Events Center and “Storm Area 51” founder Matty Roberts greeted more than 10,000 earthlings as they stormed the neighborhood looking for great music and exclusive alien gear...


One Drop Foundation Welcomed More than 1,000 Participants During Eighth Annual Walk for Water for One Drop

One Drop Foundation hosted the eighth annual three-mile inspirational walk, Walk for Water for One Drop, at the Las Vegas Springs Preserve on Sunday,Sept. 21. More than 1,000 participants raised over $120,000 to support One Drop’s mission of providing access to safe water for all...


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BLANC de BLANC • Cesar Millan • Big Blues Bender • Imagine Dragons • Cherry Boom Boom

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21 September 2019
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BLANC de BLANC Celebrates Grand Opening at SAHARA Las Vegas

International cabaret sensation BLANC de BLANC celebrated its grand opening at SAHARA Las Vegas on Wednesday, Sept. 4, with a VIP red carpet affair...


Cesar Millan Premiered his One Man Show, CESAR MILLAN – MY STORY: UNLEASHED to the MGM Grand

The world's most celebrated dog behaviorist, Emmy nominated Cesar Millan, brought his one man show “Cesar Millan – My Story: Unleashed” to the David Copperfield Theatre inside the MGM Grand for a limited engagement, September 12-18, for an evening that was motivating, entertaining and inspiring...


Big Blues Bender Celebrates 6th Annual Festival at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino

Wrapping the sixth annual festival, Big Blues Bender hosted an impressive lineup of the biggest names in Blues music in an intimate event over the course of four days in the “Entertainment Capital of the World.”...


Imagine Dragons' Nonprofit Foundation Raises Record Amount of Funds for Pediatric Cancer

In an extraordinary, one-night-only experience, the 6th Annual Rise Up Gala raised $3.2 million for the Tyler Robinson Foundation, Imagine Dragons’ nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting families facing a pediatric cancer diagnosis...


Cherry Boom Boom Celebrates New Residency With Grand Opening Show

Cherry Boom Boom celebrated its new residency at Hooters Casino Hotel Las Vegas with a grand opening party and performance on Thursday night, September 5...


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Donny & Marie Osmond Honored • Pop Up Phenom Happy Place Debuts

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Donny & Marie Osmond Honored With The Keys To The Las Vegas Strip

Friday afternoon, August 23, Donny & Marie Osmond were honored with the Key to the Las Vegas Strip...


Pop Up Phenom Happy Place Debuts Las Vegas Residency at Mandalay Place

Following sold out runs in Los Angeles, Chicago, Toronto and Boston, HAPPY PLACE, an interactive, immersive pop-up experience with larger-than-life installations and multi-sensory themed rooms, is now open at its newest location in Las Vegas at Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino...


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Matt Goss Celebrates 10 years as a Las Vegas headliner • Macy’s Fashion Show Mall hosts Beauty & Fashion Bash

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21 August 2019
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Matt Goss Celebrates 10 years as a Las Vegas headliner and Receives two Humanitarian Awards

Sunday night, August 11, entertainer and beloved crooner/showman Matt Goss celebrated his 10-year anniversary as a Las Vegas Strip headliner with a special performance playing to a full house at 1OAK Nightclub inside The Mirage...


Macy’s Fashion Show Mall hosts Beauty & Fashion Bash in support of Tyler Robinson Foundation

Macy’s Fashion Show Mall hosted Tyler Robinson Foundation (TRF) families and community members during a Beauty & Fashion Bash on Saturday, Aug. 17...


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The Terry Bradshaw Show • Chosun Hwaro & Nara Teppan

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09 August 2019
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"The Terry Bradshaw Show" Debuts at Luxor Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas

Terry Bradshaw premiered The Terry Bradshaw Show inside the Atrium Showroom at Luxor Hotel & Casino on Thursday night, August 1. The four night, limited engagement , which ran though Sunday, August 4, marked the return of the legendary professional football player and entertainer to the Las Vegas Strip...


Chosun Hwaro & Nara Teppan Bring Largest Korean BBQ and Teppan Experience to the Las Vegas Strip

Chosun Hwaro & Nara Teppan, the first authentic Korean BBQ experience on the Las Vegas Strip and the largest in the state of Nevada opened July 31 inside the Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood...


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Shaquille O'Neal • Problem Gambling Center • World Series of Poker

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25 July 2019
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Shaquille O'Neal Hosts BEER PARK's Grand Opening Celebration for New Addition in Las Vegas

BEER PARK at Paris Las Vegas hosted a grand opening celebration on Friday evening, July 12, to introduce its new, 10,000-square-foot indoor area for dining, drinks, karaoke and games to complement the outdoor rooftop bar and grill...


Problem Gambling Center Honors Founder and Gambling Addiction Pioneer, the late Dr. Robert Hunter

The Problem Gambling Center, which offers hope, recovery and a way forward for thousands of people from all walks of life suffering from a gambling addiction, was officially dedicated and renamed to honor its founder, the late Dr. Robert Hunter, at a special event on June 26...


Germany’s Hossein Ensan Wins World Series of Poker Main Event

Iranian-born and longtime German resident Hossein Ensan has closed out a historic 50th running of the World Series of Poker (WSOP) by capturing the world championship in the WSOP Main Event and the gigantic $10,000,000 first place prize and the diamond-encrusted World Series of Poker gold bracelet...


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SAHARA Las Vegas • Bellagio’s Conservatory & Botanical Gardens • Summer Classic Domino Tournament

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12 July 2019
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Iconic Strip Resort Unveils New Name SAHARA Las Vegas

On Thursday, June 27 businessman Alex Meruelo unveiled the return of SAHARA to the world-famous Las Vegas Strip marking the dawn of a new era in the evolution of Las Vegas...


Bellagio’s Conservatory & Botanical Gardens Showcases a Scenic Summer Journey Through Italy

Bellagio's Conservatory & Botanical Gardens invites guests to experience the scenery, scents and sounds of an Italian summer inside its new Summer display that brings “La Dolce Vita” to life...


Professional Domino Players and Celebrities attend Las Vegas Summer Classic Domino Tournament

Hundreds of the world’s best professional domino players, spectators and celebrities from the worlds of TV, music and stage gathered in Las Vegas to compete for more than $50,000 in cash and prizes, including a 2019 Harley Davidson FXDR 114 motorcycle, UDL Championship Belt and the prestigious title of “Universal Domino League Champion,” at the Universal Domino League’s highly-anticipated Las Vegas Summer Classic domino tournament...


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Miss Earth USA • Flights • Robert Irvine • Steve Aoki

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02 July 2019
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Emanii Davis of Georgia Crowned Miss Earth USA 2019 at The National Competition

Miss Georgia Earth, Emanii Davis, was crowned Miss Earth USA 2019 at the national competition held at the South Point Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas, NV. Davis will represent the USA at the international Miss Earth competition this fall in the Philippines...


Flights Lands on the Las Vegas Strip with Vip Grand Opening Celebration

FLIGHTS, the aviation-themed eatery, known for its tapas-style comfort food and one-of-a-kind cocktail program, celebrated the grand opening of its fifth location, and first outside of California, on Saturday, June 29...


Tropicana Las Vegas Raises $28,000 for Three Square Food Bank During ‘Summer Cookout Featuring Robert Irvine Event'

Tropicana Las Vegas celebrated the kick-off of the 13th installment Las Vegas Restaurant Week with its “Summer Cookout featuring Robert Irvine” on Thursday evening, June 13. In its third year, guests were invited to dine out for a cause at Robert Irvine’s Public House and helped raise $28,000 for Three Square Food Bank, providing more than 84,000 meals to food insecure residents of Southern Nevada...


Frites Las Vegas Opens First Ever French Fry Concept on the Strip

FRITES LAS VEGAS, a food truck specializing in gourmet french fries opened for business on June 24 inside Excalibur Hotel & Casino’s Castle Walk Food Court. It is the first ever French fry concept to open on the strip and first original concept from Feel Good Brands, which has operated multiple franchises for more than 20 years in the Las Vegas valley...


Steve Aoki Celebrates Worldwide Premiere of new Viva Vision Light Show at Fremont Street Experience

Two-time GRAMMY Award-nominated record producer, DJ, entrepreneur and philanthropist, Steve Aoki, celebrated the official worldwide premiere of his new Viva Vision light and sound show at Fremont Street Experience On June 13...


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The Hunger Games: The Exhibition • Celestia • Blue Man Group • Motley Brews • RE:MATCH and The LINQ Hotel + Experience

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The Hunger Games: The Exhibition Celebrates Las Vegas Grand Opening

The Hunger Games: The Exhibition celebrated its Grand Opening on Thursday evening, June 6, with a red carpet at the reimagined Las Vegas attraction inside the MGM Grand Hotel & Casino...


Celestia Celebrates Grand Opening with Otherworldly Affair at the Strat Hotel, Casino and Skypod

The all-new, one-of-a-kind immersive production experience, CELESTIA, celebrated its grand opening in Las Vegas on Wednesday, June 5 with one incredible acrobatic feat after another...


Blue Man Group Raises $9,00 to Benefit Grant A Gift Autism Foundation with Fifth Annual Sensory-Friendly Performance

Blue Man Group Las Vegas raised $9,500 to benefit Grant a Gift Autism Foundation at their fifth annual sensory-friendly benefit performance on Sunday night , June 9. The special show was suitable for children and adults living on the autism spectrum...


Motley Brews Hosts Third Annual Hopped Taco Throwdown

Motley Brews hosted its third annual Hopped Taco Throwdown at Zappos Headquarters’ backyard in Downtown Las Vegas, a venue typically closed to the public, on Saturday evening, June 8. The festival offered unlimited samples of over 100 craft beers and an assortment of tacos, showcasing the creative skills of some of Las Vegas’ top chefs in a culinary competition...


RE:MATCH and The LINQ Hotel + Experience Celebrate Grand Opening with LED Ribbon Cutting, Electrified Entertainment and More

Introducing the interactive and immersive gaming and entertainment environment as well as the all-new RE:MATCH bar, The LINQ Hotel + Experience celebrated with a digitally-inspired ribbon cutting on Friday, June 7...


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Celestia at The Strat • The Chainsmokers Viva Vision Light Show • Guy Fieri’s Vegas Kitchen & Bar

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The Strat Hotel, Casino and Skypod Welcomes Celestia to the Las Vegas Strip

On Wednesday, May 29, the new international production, CELESTIA at The STRAT Hotel, Casino and SkyPod, celebrated its arrival on the Las Vegas Strip with a stunning ceremonial ribbon cutting set in front of the show’s state-of-the-art tent...


The Chainsmokers Celebrate Worldwide Premiere of New Viva Vision Light Show at Fremont Street Experience

On Friday, May 31, GRAMMY Award-winning artist/producer, The Chainsmokers, took over Fremont Street Experience in downtown Las Vegas to celebrate the official worldwide premiere of their new Viva Vision light and sound show...


Guy Fieri’s Vegas Kitchen & Bar Celebrates Fieri’s Hollywood Walk of Fame Honor

Chef, restaurateur, New York Times Best-Selling author and Emmy Award-winning TV personality Guy Fieri was honored on Wednesday, May 22, with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. To celebrate the occasion here in Las Vegas, his Vegas Kitchen & Bar team at The LINQ Hotel + Experience commemorated the honor with their own star--made of cake....


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X Burlesque • Wayne Newton • Studio DMI

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25 May 2019
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X Burlesque Celebrates 17th Anniversary With Star-studded Red Carpet and Surprise Announcements

X Burlesque celebrated an impressive 17-year anniversary on Thursday, May 23 at Flamingo Las Vegas. At the red-carpet affair, creators and producers Matt and Angela Stabile also announced a five-year extension and revealed the renaming of Bugsy’s Cabaret to X Burlesque Theatre at Bugsy’s Cabaret, where the iconic topless revue will continue to perform nightly...


Caesars Palace Celebrates Wayne Newton and his 60 Year Career in Las Vegas

Legendary singer and entertainment icon, Wayne Newton, celebrated the monumental milestone of 60 years of performing in Las Vegas on Wednesday, May 15 at Cleopatra’s Barge at Caesars Palace...


Studio DMI Launches Evolutionary Recording Studio with the Electronic Musician in Mind

Studio DMI, the ninja-wielding mixing/mastering brand behind the global nightclub sound, held a grand opening reception at its new cutting-edge digital workspace and production house, on Friday, May 17. Located at 6839 Ponderosa Way in Las Vegas, the new production facility is designed for the modern-day producer, DJ, and electronic musician...


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Heartbreak Hotel • Chippendales • National Pretzel Day • Governor’s Black-Tie Event • The District • UNLV Night

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“Elvis Presley’s Heartbreak Hotel in Concert” Opens at Harrah's Las Vegas

“Elvis Presley’s Heartbreak Hotel in Concert, produced by the same people behind Rock of Ages, celebrated its Grand Opening Monday, April 15, at Harrah’s Las Vegas...


“Jersey Shore” Star Vinny Guadagnino (“Vinny G.”) Makes Debut as Chippendales Celebrity Guest Host at Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino

The award-winning #1 male revue Chippendales, at Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino, welcomed “Jersey Shore” star Vinny Guadagnino (“Vinny G.”) as the special celebrity guest host on opening night, April 26, of his 5 week limited engagement that will run through May 26...


Hofbräuhaus Las Vegas Commemorates National Pretzel Day With Celebrity Pretzel Eating Contest

Hofbräuhaus Las Vegas celebrated National Pretzel Day on Friday, April 26 with a celebrity pretzel eating competition. For the second year in a row, Strip headliner and world-class juggler Jeff Civillico took home the $1,000 grand prize for Win-Win Entertainment, which creates opportunities for professional performers to share their time and talent with children in need...


Brad Paisley Headlines 19th Annual Governor’s Black-Tie Event To Support Local Charities

Olympia Companies SH Charitable Foundation (OCSHCF) kicked off its 19th Annual Governor’s Black-Tie Event recently (April 11 – 13) at Southern Highlands Golf Club and M Resort Spa & Casino...


The District at Green Valley Ranch Raises $5,000 for Human Trafficking Victims

The District at Green Valley Ranch, a mixed-use shopping, dining and lifestyle center in the Las Vegas Valley, held a “Help for the Hopeless” benefit on May 4 that raised $5,000 to aid Seeds of Hope, a program of the Salvation Army Southern Nevada that aids the victims of human trafficking in reclaiming their lives...


UNLV and Hyperx Esports Arena Las Vegas Celebrate Exclusive Partnership at “UNLV Night”

HyperX Esports Arena Las Vegas became the official practice and tournament home for UNLV’s 8-Bit collegiate esports intramural teams on Thursday night, May 2, Hosting its first “UNLV Night” for a crowd of faculty, students and alumni...


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One Night for One Drop • Uno Más • Middletown

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One Night for One Drop Imagined by Cirque du Soleil Raises Over Six Million Dollars at Annual Philanthropic Event

“One Night for One Drop” imagined by Cirque du Soleil raised over $6 million dollars through the generous support of their partners and donors at the seventh annual philanthropic event that was held at the “O” Theatre at Bellagio Resort & Casino on March 8, 2019...


SLS Las Vegas Celebrates Grand Opening of Uno Más

SLS Las Vegas® held the official grand opening celebration for its newest culinary concept, Uno Más – a fast casual dining experience featuring authentic, traditional Mexican dishes with a modern twist – on Friday, April 12...


MIDDLETOWN premieres in Las Vegas, with an all-star cast at The Smith Center

The Las Vegas premiere of MIDDLETOWN, Dan Clancy’s universal depiction of love, life, and friendship, took place at The Smith Center’s Myron’s Cabaret Jazz on March 31...


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Absinthe Electric Oak • Legends in Concert • The Greatest Piano Men • BLVD & MAIN Taphouse • Bellagio’s Conservatory

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Absinthe Celebrates Eight Years at Caesars Palace with the World Debut of the Absinthe Electric Oak™

The Gazillionaire and the bawdy cast of his hit Las Vegas production celebrated eight years of ABSINTHE at Caesars Palace, on Monday night, April 1, with an unforgettable party in the show’s immersive courtyard, which was brought to life with the lighting of the ABSINTHE Electric Oak...


Legends in Concert Officially Opens New Residency at the Tropicana

Legends in Concert, the longest-running show in Las Vegas, which recently moved to its new home at the newly named Legends in Concert Theatre inside the Tropicana Las Vegas, held its official grand opening performance on Wednesday evening, March 27...


The Greatest Piano Men Opens at Flamingo Las Vegas

The Greatest Piano Men, which celebrates the world’s greatest pianists and showmen opened on March 26 inside the Donny & Marie Showroom at Flamingo Las Vegas, where it will perform for a limited engagement through April 21...


BLVD & MAIN Taphouse at The STRAT Hotel, Casino & SkyPod Celebrates Grand Opening

BLVD & MAIN Taphouse at The STRAT Hotel, Casino & SkyPod kicked off the grand opening celebration with a celebratory beer toast held at “the corner of IPA and OMG” on Tuesday night, April 2...


Bellagio’s Conservatory & Botanical Gardens Celebrates Japan With Vibrant Spring Display

Bellagio's Conservatory & Botanical Gardens is celebrating the exquisite beauty and tradition of Japan with the unveiling of its stunning spring display, on view through June 15, featuring for the first time an intricate replica of the Osaka Castle, one of Japan’s most iconic landmarks...


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Terry Fator • Fuerza Bruta • Candlelighters • St. Baldrick’s Day • One Night For One Drop

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18 March 2019
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Terry Fator Launches New Show in Conjunction with 10th Anniversary at The Mirage Hotel & Casino

Master ventriloquist/singer/impressionist Terry Fator celebrated his 10 year anniversary as headliner at The Mirage Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas on Friday night, March15...


Fuerza Bruta, an Immersive, Interactive Entertainment Spectacle Opens on Las Vegas Strip

The Grand Opening for the International sensation FUERZA BRUTA at Excalibur Hotel & Casino took place on Thursday evening, March 7...


Candlelighters Childhood Cancer Foundation of Nevada Honors local heroes and childhood cancer survivors at annual Evening of Hope Gala

Candlelighters Childhood Cancer Foundation of Nevada held its annual Ray of Hope Honoree Luncheon and Evening of Hope Gala Friday, March 8 and Saturday, March 9...


New York-New York Hotel & Casino Raises More Than $400,000 for Childhood Cancer Research at 10th Annual St. Baldrick’s Day Head-Shaving Event

Celebrating a decade of raising funds and awareness for childhood cancer research, NewYork-New York Hotel & Casino raised more than $400,000 to benefit the St. Baldrick’s Foundation during its 10th annual head-shaving event on Saturday, March 9...


One Night For One Drop Raises Over One Million Dollars at Annual Philanthropic Event

One Drop presented its seventh annual philanthropic event imagined by Cirque du Soleil ,“One Night for One Drop” at the “O” Theatre at Bellagio Resort & Casino on Friday, March 8, 2019...


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The Bronx Wanderers • Xavier Mortimer’s Magical Dream • The Naked Magicians • Blume

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02 March 2019
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The Bronx Wanderers Celebrate Grand Opening at The Linq

The Bronx Wanderers, recently moved their show to a new home with a larger showroom, The Mat Franco Theatre, located inside the Linq Hotel & Casino where they celebrated the Grand Opening on Wednesday night, February 20...


Xavier Mortimer’s Magical Dream Hosts Debut Event at Bally's Las Vegas

Award-winning magic show, Xavier Mortimer's Magical Dream, hosted a magical grand debut event to commemorate its move to Bally's Las Vegas’ Windows Showroom on Tuesday night, February 19...


The Naked Magicians Celebrate Grand Opening of First-Ever Las Vegas Residency at MGM Grand Hotel & Casino

The Naked Magicians, a pair of hunky guys from Australia, have brought their finely chiseled, magical and physical talents to Las Vegas for their first ever Las Vegas residency...


New Restaurant Blooms in Henderson

Blume, a modern, 6,500 square feet, restaurant serving innovative fusion cuisine for lunch and dinner, opened for business in the Seven Hills Plaza in Henderson on February 22...


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Legends in Concert • Year of the Pig • Hofbräuhaus Las Vegas • Caesars Entertainment and Raiders

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13 February 2019
Legends in Concert Opens at the Tropicana - Photo credit: Stephen Thorburn

 

Tropicana Las Vegas Hosts Special Welcoming Event for Upcoming All-New Residency Show, Legends In Concert

Tropicana Las Vegas celebrated the debut of its all-new residency show, Legends in Concert with a special welcoming event on February 7 at 5:30 p.m. at the famed four corners of the Las Vegas Strip...


Fashion Show Las Vegas and Grand Canal Shoppes at the Venetian Resort Celebrates the Year of the Pig

On Friday evening, February 8, Fashion Show Las Vegas celebrated the return of the Chinese New Year in the Desert™ for the 8th consecutive year in the Great Hall...


Hofbräuhaus Las Vegas celebrates 15-year anniversary with blowout bash honoring Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department Foundation

Hofbräuhaus Las Vegas hosted a blowout bash on Thursday, Jan. 31, celebrating 15 years since opening its doors to Las Vegas residents and visitors...


Caesars Entertainment and Raiders Celebrate Historic Partnership

To celebrate Caesars Entertainment Corporation as the first founding partner of the Las Vegas Stadium, Raiders Owner, Mark Davis, and President, Marc Badain, presented Caesars President and CEO Mark Frissora and CMO Chris Holdren with commemorative jerseys on Monday, January 28...


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Bellagio's Conservatory & Botanical Gardens • Morphis Weekend Latino • Inspirational Film “Becoming the Keys”

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29 January 2019
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Morphis Weekend Latino

Morphis Weekend Latino kicked off the new year in Las Vegas with two Latin music events. SBS Entertainment presented an innovative concept by uniting "Día Nacional de la Banda" and Calibash Las Vegas for a two-day music extravaganza that brought together the most influential entertainers across all Latin music genres at T-Mobile Arena...


Bellagio's Conservatory & Botanical Gardens Celebrates The Year of the Pig with Stunning Lunar New Year Display

In celebration of the Year of the Pig, Bellagio’s Conservatory & Botanical Gardens has unveiled a captivating Lunar New Year display envisioned by renowned designer Ed Libby in collaboration with the Bellagio Horticulture team and Feng Shui Master George Yau...


Inspirational Film “Becoming the Keys” Has World Premiere at Southpoint Hotel & Casino

Local writer, producer and President of the Las Vegas Convention Speakers Bureau, Robin Jay held the VIP red carpet premiere of her latest film, “Becoming the Keys,”at 7 p.m, January 17 at the South Point Casino showroom...


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Circa Resort & Casino • URBANeats Market

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14 January 2019
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Plans Revealed For New Circa Resort & Casino Debut in Downtown Las Vegas, December 2020

After months of speculation, on Thursday evening, January 10, developers and brothers Derek and Greg Stevens officially unveiled plans for Circa Resort & Casino, a brand-new integrated gaming resort in Downtown Las Vegas slated to open in December 2020...


URBANeats Celebrates Grand Opening

URBANeats Market, a bodega-style market catering to people on-the-go looking for fresh food, celebrated their grand opening Thursday, January 10, at Allure Las Vegas, located on 200 Sahara Ave...


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Mott 32 • Global Winter Wonderland • Las Vegas Walk of Stars

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31 December 2018
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Hong Kong's Mott 32 Debuts at the Palazzo

Mott 32, one of Hong Kong’s most award-winning restaurants and a culinary icon in contemporary Chinese cuisine, officially opened its first U.S. location with a star-studded reception and gala at The Palazzo at The Venetian Resort Las Vegas on Friday, December 28...


Global Winter Wonderland Opens at Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino

Global Winter Wonderland, a spectacular lantern festival and multicultural theme park, celebrated its grand opening on Saturday, December 15...


Las Vegas Walk of Stars Honors Jalles Franca

The Las Vegas Walk of Stars honored sensational performer/ dancer/percussionist/ Michael Jackson impersonator, Jalles Franca, with the 86th star dedication ceremony on Monday December 17, in the Main Showroom of Stratosphere Hotel...


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Magician Murray • Bellagio’s Conservatory • Downtown Hoedown • Animal Planet’s Tanked • Las Vegas Great Santa Run

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15 December 2018
Magician Murray Sawchuck Celebrates 1 Million YouTube Subscribers at The Golden Tiki - Photo credit: Stephen Thorburn

 

 

Magician Murray Sawchuck Celebrates 1 Million YouTube Subscribers with Party at The Golden Tiki

Murray The Magician celebrated 1 million subscribers and over 1 billion views on his YouTube Channel at a VIP party at the Golden Tiki, on Wednesday night, December 12. 1 Million Subscribers is a huge milestone on YouTube or any social media platform...


Bellagio’s Conservatory & Botanical Gardens Captures the Spirit of the Holiday Season With Majestic New Display

Bellagio's Cnservatory & Botanical Gardens has transformed into a glistening winter wonderland with the unveiling of its spectacular holiday display featuring picture-perfect botanical creations, a stately 42-foot-tall White Fir tree dripping with bright ornaments and a glamorous ice queen...


Country Music Superstars Perform During Downtown Hoedown at Fremont Street Experience

Fremont Street Experience kicked off ten days of competition and country with free live entertainment during the 32nd Annual Downtown Hoedown in downtown Las Vegas, on Wednesday, Dec. 5...


Animal Planet’s Tanked® Unveils Holiday-Themed Aquarium At Ethel M Chocolates

The famed Ethel M Cactus Garden took on a new complexion this holiday season with the arrival of an underwater environment amid the festival lights...


Santas Bring Cheer to Downtown Las Vegas for 14th Annual “Las Vegas Great Santa Run”

On Saturday, December 1, thousands of Santas gathered for the 14th annual Las Vegas Great Santa Run sponsored by Circle K, benefiting beloved local organization Opportunity Village...


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Sensory-friendly Performance of 'The Lion King' for Audiences With Special Needs • BELFOR Las Vegas Celebrates #GIVINGTUESDAY

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01 December 2018
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Over 1,000 Families Attend The Smith Center's Sensory-friendly Performance of 'The Lion King' for Audiences With Special Needs

The Smith Center for the Performing Arts, a nonprofit organization, has announced that over 1,000 Southern Nevada families attended its sensory-friendly performance of Broadway musical Disney’s “The Lion King” on November 17...


BELFOR Las Vegas Celebrates #GIVINGTUESDAY With Special Pizza Delivery to Local Fire Departments

BELFOR Las Vegas of BELFOR Poperty Restoration, the world’s largest disaster restoration company, delivered pizzas to the brave men and women of the North Las Vegas Fire Department on November 27 to express appreciation for their extraordinary commitment to the local community...


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Ethel M Chocolates • Golden Entertainment • Battle of the Bras & Boxers • Candlelighters

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13 November 2018
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Ethel M Chocolates' 25th Annual Holiday Cactus Garden Lighting Draws Nearly 5,000 Attendees

Nearly 5,000 locals and visitors attended Ethel M Chocolates’ 25th Anniversary of their annual Holiday Cactus Lighting, on Tuesday evening, November 6, featuring special guests Penn and Teller, singer-songwriter Matt Goss, the Las Vegas Philharmonic and Travis Cloer, and singers Jaclyn McSpadden and Paul Johnson...


Golden Entertainment Raises More Than $30,000 for ALS at Annual Golf Tournament

Golden Entertainment, Inc.,(which owns and operates seven properties in Southern Nevada, including Stratosphere Casino, Hotel & Tower in Las Vegas, Aquarius Casino Resort in Laughlin), held its 12th annual golf tournament on Thursday, Nov. 1, at Spanish Trails Country Club in Las Vegas. Over 200 people participated, raising more than $30,000 for the ALS Association Nevada Chapter...


Candlelighters Childhood Cancer Foundation of Nevada Held 20th Annual Halloween Bash at Ellis Island

Candlelighters Childhood Cancer Foundation of Nevada held its spookiest celebration of the year, the 20th annual Halloween Bash at Ellis Island Hotel on Thursday, Oct. 25...


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Salt-N-Pepa’s I LOVE THE ‘90s – The Vegas Show • Little Miss Nasty • artLIVE! • Ballsfest

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28 October 2018
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SALT-N-PEPA’S I LOVE THE ‘90s – The Vegas Show Celebrates Red Carpet Premiere at Paris Las Vegas

Queens of hiphop, Salt-N-Pepa celebrated the official Grand Opening of their show SALT-N-PEPA’S I LOVE THE ‘90s on Thursday, Oct. 25 inside the Paris Theater at Paris Las Vegas. This is first ever hiphop residency in Las Vegas and celebrities and VIPs were in attendance to share in the celebration...


Motley Brews Hosts Seventh Annual Downtown Brew Festival

Las Vegas-based beer festival production company, Motley Brews, hosted a sell-out crowd of beer enthusiasts at the seventh annualDowntown Brew Festival at Clark County Amphitheater on Saturday, Oct. 20...


Rock and Roll Burlesque Show LITTLE MISS NASTY Debuts at Hooters Casino Hotel

LITTLE MISS NASTY, a modern-day rock ‘n roll burlesque show that has experienced huge success in Los Angeles, held its official Grand Opening on Saturday evening, October 20, inside the intimate, 200-seat Night Owl showroom at Hooters Hotel & Casino...


Las Vegas Fashion Council's Fourth Annual artLIVE! Raises More Than $15,000 For Student Artists

The Las Vegas Fashion Council's (LVFC) fourth annual artLIVE! event on Friday, October 19, raised more than $15,000 to benefit the LVFC's scholarship fund in an effort to support emerging student artists and designers...


Ballsfest Hosts Inaugural Las Vegas Event, Raising Funds for Children With Cancer

National non-profit organization, Ballsfest, held its inaugural Las Vegas fundraiser on Sunday, Oct. 14 at the Waldorf Astoria, where money was raised to provide memorable experiences and gifts for seven local children with cancer, affectionately referred to as “Ballers.”...


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FANTASY • Food is Art ‘Denim and Diamonds’ • The Magic of Discovery • X ROCKS • Style with a Cause

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16 October 2018
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FANTASY Celebrates 19th Anniversary and Debut of 2019 Calendar

The stunning ladies of Fantasy, the sexy adult revue at the Luxor Hotel & Casino celebrated their 19 year anniversary and debut of the show’s 2019 calendar, “The Golden Goddesses of FANTASY” on Thursday evening, October 11...


Food is Art ‘Denim and Diamonds’ Event Raises More than $200,000 for the ALS Association Nevada Chapter

Through the generosity and support of local community and headline sponsors, Golden Entertainment, Inc., William Hill, United Healthcar,Konami Gaming, and Southern Glazers' Wine and Spirits, the Food is Art “Denim and Diamonds’ dine-around raised more than $200,000 for the ALS Association Nevada Chapter on Friday, Oct. 5...


The Magic of Discovery Raises More Than $300,000 for Discovery Children’s Museum’s Educational Programs

Discovery Children's Museum held their annual The Magic of DISCOVERY Gala at the Caesars Palace on Saturday, Sept. 29. The program was emceed by KVVU FOX 5 Las Vegas’ Christine Maddela alongside Celebrity Entertainment Auctioneer, Chet Buchanan...


X Rocks Celebrates Five-Year Anniversary at Bally’s Las Vegas

X Rocks celebrated five rocking years in Las Vegas, Saturday, Oct. 6 at Bally’s Las Vegas. Guests were treated to a VIP red carpet reception inside The Back Room, before sitting down to enjoy the stimulating, high-voltage Las Vegas show that combines sensual dance routines and pulsating rock hits...


Sixth Annual "Style with a Cause" Raises Funds to Benefit Court Appointed Special Advocates

More than 200 fashion-forward guests filled The Gramercy Residences on Wednesday evening, October 3, for the sixth annual style with a cause (SWAC) benefiting the Court Appointed Special Advocate's (CASA) programs that help identify and fund the individual needs of abused and neglected children in foster care in Clark County...


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A Mob Story • Keep Memory Alive • Bellagio’s Conservatory & Botanical Gardens

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04 October 2018
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A Mob Story Debuts at the Plaza Hotel & Casino

“A Mob Story”, an original musical production about the history of the mob in Las Vegas recently debuted at The Plaza Hotel & Casino in the heart of downtown Las Vegas...


Keep Memory Alive Hosted Inaugrual Texas Hold-Em Charity Poker Tournament

Keep Memory Alive hosted the inaugural Texas Hold 'em Charity Poker Tournament at the stunning Keep Memory Alive Event Center on Sept. 21. Hosted by casino legend Jack Binion, the event raised funds and brought awareness for the patients and caregivers at Cleveland Clinic Lou Ruvo Center for Brain Health...


Bellagio’s Conservatory & Botanical Gardens Unveils Vibrant Autumnal Display

Bellagio’s Conservatory & Botanical Gardens invites guests to experience the season’s splendor with vibrant shades of autumn, pumpkins of all shapes and sizes and comforting aromas, now through November 25...


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Aid for AIDS of Nevada • Imagine Dragons • Candlelighters Childhood Cancer Foundation of Nevada

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21 September 2018
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Aid for AIDS of Nevada Celebrates 32nd Annual Black & White Party at DAYLIGHT Beach Club

The Las Vegas community came dressed for a cause and ready to party on Saturday, Sept. 8 for Aid for AIDS of Nevada's (AFAN) 32nd annual Black & White Party held at DAYLIGHT Beach Club inside Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino...


Imagine Dragons' Non Profit Organization Raises Record Amount at 5th Annual Rise Up Gala to Fight Pediatric Cancer

On September 14, in an extraordinary, one-night-only experience, the 5th Annual Rise Up Gala raised a record $2.1 million for The Tyler Robinson Foundation (TRF), the Imagine Dragons’ nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting families facing a pediatric cancer diagnosis...


Candlelighters Hold Annual Superhero 5K In Support of Children Battling Cancer

Candlelighters Childhood Cancer Foundation of Nevada held its 29th Annual Superhero 5K with Chet Buchanan at Mountain’s Edge Exploration Peak Park on Saturday, September 15...


ON YOUR FEET! Cast Donates $25,000 to Keep Memory Alive on Behalf of Emilio & Gloria Estefan

Thursday evening, Sept. 6, Jason Martinez, who portrays Gloria’s father in ON YOUR FEET!, along with the full cast, presented Mr. Larry Ruvo with a $25,000 donation to Keep Memory Alive in support of the Major José M. Fajardo Patient Services Program...


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Mat Franco • TREVI Italian Restaurant • Candlelighters

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07 September 2018
Robin Leach passes away at 76 - Photo credit: Stephen Thorburn

 

Mat Franco - Magic Reinvented Nightly Celebrates Third Anniversary at the Linq Hotel & Casino

Winner of America’s Got Talent, magician Mat Franco celebrated the third anniversary of his award-winning show, MAT FRANCO –MAGIC REINVENTED NIGHTLY, Friday, Aug. 24 in the Mat Franco Theater at The LINQ Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas...


TREVI Italian Restaurant Hosts Charity Pizza Making Competition Featuring Local Performers and Influencers

TREVI Italian Restaurant, located inside of The Forum Shops at Caesars, hosted its fourth annual media pizza making competition, featuring local media personalities competing for charity on Thursday, Aug. 30...


Candlelighters Light Iconic Welcome to Las Vegas Sign Gold to Honor National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month

Candlelighters Childhood Foundation of Nevada, the State’s first and oldest nonprofit organization serving local children and their families battling pediatric cancer, and Clark County Commissioners Susan Brager and Marilyn Kirkpatrick came together on Thursday, August 30, to launch the nonprofit organization’s annual shineGOLD campaign in honor of National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month...


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Lionel Richie • Make-A-Wish • John's Incredible Pizza Company

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21 August 2018
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Lionel Richie Presented with the Key to Las Vegas’ Iconic Strip

On Tuesday evening, August 14, multi-platinum-selling artist and four-time GRAMMY® Award winner Lionel Richie was presented with the Key to Las Vegas’ iconic Strip by Clark County Commissioner Jim Gibson, who also officially declared Wednesday, Aug. 15 as “Lionel Richie Day.”...


Wynn Nightlife Partners with Make-A-Wish Southern Nevada For Over-the-Top Wish Reveal For Local 18 Year Old

On Friday evening, August 17, Las Vegas 18-year-old, Sarah Hodge, learned her wish for a home music studio was coming true thanks to Make-A-Wish® Southern Nevada, which partnered with Wynn Nightlife to underwrite and orchestrate a wish reveal worthy of music royalty...


John's Incredible Pizza Company Crowns Kids Cook-Off Champion

On Thursday, Aug. 16  Omar of Fountain Valley, Calif. was crowned the John’s Incredible Kids Cook-Off Champion after a fierce competition at John's Incredible Pizza Company at The Boulevard Mall...


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Barry Manilow • Eden in Love • Perez Hilton

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11 August 2018
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Barry Manilow Brings His Hits to Westgate Resort & Casino

Grammy, Tony, and Emmy Award-winning singer-songwriter, arranger, producer and musician, Barry Manilow is back in Las Vegas as the exclusive headliner at the Westgate International Theater inside the Westgate Resort & Casino...


Eden in Love Celebrates One Year Anniversary in Las Vegas with the launch of their brand new community marketplace

The retail boutique, Eden in Love, with two locations in Waikiki and Honolulu, celebrated their first anniversary at Town Square in Las Vegas on Saturday, Aug. 4 by saying ‘mahalo’ to all shoppers who where welcomed in the store for an all-day shopping extravaganza that included the debut of their local marketplace and the Vegas-themed TheHeart of Eden collection...


Perez Hilton Joins the Cast of Chippendales as Special Celebrity Host

Celebrity blogger and social media influence Perez Hilton made his debut as the latest celebrity to guest host Chippendales at Rio All Suite Hotel & Casino on Thursday evening, July 26 with a limited 6 week engagement that will run through September 2...


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Legends in Concert • Menopause The Musical • George Wallace • The Gazillionaire • Light the Night • Sharky's

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Legends in Concert Celebrates 35 Year Anniversary in Las Vegas

Legends in Concert, starring the world's greatest tribute artists in a musical celebration of the most iconic entertainers of all time, celebrated its 35 year anniversary in Las Vegas on Tuesday night, July 24 at Flamingo Las Vegas...


Menopause The Musical Celebrates Milestone 5,000th Show

Menopause, The Musical, the hilarious show about women and “the changes”, celebrated its 5000 show in Las Vegas on Wednesday evening, July 18, inside Harrah's Cabaret...


George Wallace Opens New Residency at Westgate Las Vegas Las Vegas Resort & Casino

One of the funniest comedians in show business, George Wallace, who has been selling out comedy clubs and concert venues all over the world, is back performing in Las Vegas...


The Gazillionaire Unveils Shrunken Head at The Golden Tiki

The Gazillionaire, host and producer of Vegas' #1 show, ABSINTHE at Caesars Palace, unveiled his shrunken head at The Golden Tiki on Wednesday, July18...


BriovaRx and OptumRx Employees Dunk for Dollars to Support the Light the Night Campaign Benefiting the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society

BriovaRx and OptumRx hosted a dunk tank fundraiser on Thursday, July 12 to raise funds and awareness for the Light the Night Campaign, benefiting research for the Southern Nevada Chapter of the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS), the world’s largest voluntary health agency dedicated to blood cancer...


Sharky’s Modern Mexican Kitchen Celebrates the Grand Opening of its 2nd Las Vegas location

Sharky’s Modern Mexican Kitchen, a fast-casual Mexican restaurant with locations in California, Nevada and Oregon, officially opened its second Las Vegas location on Saturday, July 14...


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Vegas Auto Gallery's New Luxury Showroom • Flo Rida unveiled a dedicated memorabilia case at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino

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16 July 2018
Vegas Auto Gallery ribbon cutting - Mark Sawyer, Commissioner Jim Gibson, County Clerk Lynn Marie Goya, Nick Dossa and Ed Ghaben - Photo credit: Gabe Ginsberg

 

Celebrities and Dignitaries Celebrate the Grand Opening of Vegas Auto Gallery's New Luxury Showroom

Vegas Auto Gallery celebrated the grand opening of its expansive new luxury showroom on Friday, June 29...


Rehab Beach Club Resident Flo Rida Unveiled a Dedicated Memorabilia Case at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino

The legendary and original day club commemorated Flo Rida for having the most live performances than any other artist in Rehab’s 15-year history. Flo Rida is also celebrating 10 years since the release of his debut single “Low.”...


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Golden Rainbow • Motley Brews • Piff The Magic Dragon Hosts "Piff's Ping Pong Pifftacular Tournament"

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29 June 2018
Performers from over 30 Strip shows participate in the 32nd Annual Ribbon of Life - Photo credit: Brenton Ho

 

Golden Rainbow Hosts 32nd Annual Ribbon of Life at the Foundry at SLS

Over 600 guests gathered for a sold out show at the Foundry at SLS for Golden Rainbow's 32nd annual Ribbon of Life on Sunday afternoon, June 24. The event raised nearly $85,000 for critically needed services for those living with or affected by HIV/AIDS...


Motley Brews Hosted its Second Annual Hopped Taco Throwdown in Downtown Las Vegas

Beer festival production company, Motley Brews, hosted its second annual Hopped Taco Throwdown at Zappos Headquarters’ backyard in Downtown Las Vegas on Saturday night, June 23.The sold-out event featured unlimited samples of 50 craft brews and showcased the creative skills of Las Vegas’ top and most talented chefs in a culinary competition...


Piff The Magic Dragon Hosts "Piff's Ping Pong Pifftacular Tournament" Benefitting Mission High School Students at Flamingo Las Vegas Beach Club

Piff the Magic Dragon, who performs in his popular show alongside Mr. Piffles, the World’s First Magic Performing Chihuahua, hosted “Piff’s Ping Pong Pifftacular” tournament on Wednesday, June 20 at the Beach Club at Flamingo Las Vegas...


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Tony n' Tina's Wedding • Beverly Hills Rejuvenation Center • Summer Cookout featuring Robert Irvine • Pups and Poetry • Wet 'N' Wild Donates

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19 June 2018
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Tony n' Tina's Wedding Opens at Bucca Di Beppo Inside Bally's Las Vegas

The interactive dinner/theater show, Tony n' Tina's Wedding, has found its perfect venue, opening in Buca di Beppo inside Bally’s Las Vegas on Friday, June 15. This joining together of two renowned brands means the production will continue to bring lighthearted entertainment to Las Vegas, and this time the wedding will be catered with family-style Italian meals from Buca di Beppo...


Beverly Hills Rejuvenation Center Celebrates Grand Opening with Star-Studded Party in Las Vegas

One of the nation’s leading high-end medical spas,  Beverly Hills Rejuvenation Center (BHRC) opened its second location in Las Vegas in Downtown Summerlin on Thursday night, June 14, with the help of local officials and celebrity guests, to benefit The Shade Tree...


Tropicana Las Vegas Raises Over $18,000 for Three Square Food Bank during 'Summer Cookout featuring Robert Irvine' Event

On Thursday evening, Tropicana Las Vegas celebrated the kick-off of the 12th annual Las Vegas Restaurant Week with its ‘Summer Cookout featuring Robert Irvine’ at Robert Irvine’s Public House. The iconic property partnered with Three Square Food Bank to host a summer camp-inspired affair for adults and raised over $18,000 – allowing Three Square to provide more than 54,000 meals to food insecure residents of Southern Nevada...


The Hydrant Club Hosts Pups and Poetry Raising Funds for Alzheimers

The Hydrant Club held its inaugural “Pups and Poetry” event, an evening of poetry readings by deeply talented local poets, on Saturday, June 2. Pulling from Las Vegas’ rich community of talented writers, poets read their work, shared their inspiration and offered copies of their works for sale all in the name of charity, with proceeds benefitting Alzheimer’s Poetry Project Nevada. In addition, dogs were dressed in Vegas Golden Knights gear as the hockey game was live streamed for fans during the event...


Wet 'N' Wild Donates $1,000 Scholarship to Winner of Vegas Idol Youth Singing Competition During Memorial Day Weekend Bash

Nevada’s acclaimed water park, Wet’n’Wild Las Vegas, celebrated Memorial Day Weekend with a colossal summer bash on Saturday, May 26. The celebration included live entertainment by “American Idol” star Jasmine Trias and pop-rap boy band In Real Life presented by 98.5 KLUC; a fireworks display, the Vegas Idol singing competition with a $1,000 first prize winner and much more...


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X Burlesque Celebrates Sweet 16 • Fifth Annual "For the Love of Cocktails" Grand Gala • The Capezio Dance Awards • 10th Annual Don the Beachcomber Mai Tai Festival

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X Burlesque Celebrates Sweet 16 on the Las Vegas Strip at Flamingo Las Vegas

X Burlesque celebrated 16 years of performances on the world-famous Las Vegas Strip with a star-studded red carpet reception at Flamingo Las Vegas on Wednesday evening, May 23...


Back Bar USA Hosts Fifth Annual "For the Love of Cocktails" Grand Gala in Las Vegas

Back Bar USA’s “For the Love of Cocktails” celebrated its fifth year of honoring Las Vegas’ cocktail culture, at the annual event’s grand gala, held at Skyfall Lounge and Rivea on the 64th floor of Delano Las Vegas on Saturday night, May 19...


The Capezio Dance Awards Celebrates 130 Years of Dance

Capezio, the name that makes the world dance with their custom made theatrical dance shoes, celebrated 130 years of excellence in a one-night only special Awards and show, Monday evening May 14, inside Reynolds Hall at The Smith Center for the Performing Arts...


The Golden Tiki Hosts the Las Vegas Preliminaries of the 10th Annual Don the Beachcomber Mai Tai Festival

The Golden Tiki hosted the Las Vegas preliminaries of the 10th Annual Don the Beachcomber Mai Tai Festival on Saturday, May 12. Andrew Pollard from Wynn Resorts won first place earning an all-expense paid trip to Hawaii to battle against the country's top bartenders for the title of the world's best Mai Tai on Aug...


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Gazillionaire’s Gala of Gluttony • Hakkasan Group Hosts Charity Golf Invitational Benefiting Keep Memory Alive

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12 May 2018
ABSINTHE Celebrates 7 Years in Las Vegas with The Gazillionaires Gala of Gluttony 5.8.18 - Photo credit: Powers Imagery

 

ABSINTHE Celebrates Seven Years in Las Vegas with the Gazillionaire’s Gala of Gluttony

ABSINTHE, the “#1 Greatest Show in Las Vegas History” celebrated its seventh anniversary in Las Vegas on Thursday, May 7, with a history-making day that began with the Las Vegas Strip being renamed in honor of the show’s outlandish host, and ended with The Gazillionaire’s Gala of Gluttony, a one-night-only dinner theatre gala at Caesars Palace...


Hakkasan Group Hosts Second Annual Charity Golf Invitational Benefiting Keep Memory Alive

Hakkasan Group hosted its Second Annual Charity Golf Invitational at the Spanish Trails Golf Course on Monday, May 7. As a part of the renowned hospitality group’s Hakkasan Gives Back initiatives, the company partnered with the Keep Memory Alive Organization supporting the mission of Cleveland Clinic Lou Ruvo Center for Brain Health and raised over $90,000 for the local organization between sponsor donations, tournament entries, and silent auction items...


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Tony Dovolani Joins Chippendales • Nathan’s Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest • Rich Little Unveils His Shrunken Head

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02 May 2018
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Dancing With The Stars Pro Tony Dovolani Joins Chippendales as Guest Host/Performer for Limited Residency

Dancing With The Stars pro/season 15 mirrorball trophy champion, Tony Dovolani can now be added to the growing list of celebrity hunks who have joined the Las Vegas cast of Chippendales as special guest host and performer...


Nevada Champions Crowned at Nathan’s Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest at
New York-New York Hotel & Casino

After an epic culinary battle in the 21st annual qualifying competition for the 102nd Annual Nathan’s Famous Fourth of July Hot Dog Eating Contest in Coney Island, NY. , champions were crowned on Saturday, April 28 at NewYork NewYork Hotel & Casino...


Renowned Celebrity Impersonator Rich Little Unveils His Shrunken Head at The Golden Tiki

The "man of a thousand voices," celebrity impersonator and comedian Rich Little, unveiled his shrunken head at The Golden Tiki last night. Upon arrival, Little and his group sat down to enjoy some food and a scorpion bowl, while Krystal the Magician dazzled them with tricks...


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Las Vegas Fashion Council • AIDS Walk Las Vegas • Brooklyn Bowl’s Vegas Golden Knights Watch Party

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20 April 2018
From Left To Right Oscar Camacho Waters LVFC President Carrie Cooper JayCee Wall Kenzi Ottenson Marisela Altamirano Christie Moeller Courtney Bentley - Photo credit: Brenton Ho

 

Las Vegas Fashion Council Hosts First Ever Spring Into Style Event In Partnership with Las Vegas North Premium Outlets

The Las Vegas Fashion Council (LVFC) hosted its first ever Spring Into Style event in partnership with the Las Vegas North Premium Outlets on Wednesday evening, April 18, featuring a panel of style experts to share their top trends in fashion, beauty, wellness and more...


AIDS Walk Las Vegas Draws More Than 3,000 Supporters and Raises $260,000

More than 3,000 walkers, family, friends, and pets gathered at Town Square in support of Aid for AIDS of Nevada's (AFAN) 28th annual AIDS Walk Las Vegas, raising more than $260,000 to benefit those living with or affected by HIV/AIDS...


Brooklyn Bowl’s Vegas Golden Knights Watch Party Raises Over $35,000 for Vegas Golden Knights Foundation

Brooklyn Bowl Las Vegas hosted their first-ever Vegas Golden Knights away game watch party, named The Golden Bowl, on Tuesday, April 3, as the Golden Knights faced off against the Vancouver Canucks. A $25 entry fee and variety of fundraising activities allowed over 400 attendees to raise over $35,000 for the Vegas Golden Knights Foundation...


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15th Annual UNLV Hall of Fame Awards • Portion Control Brings Healthy Eats to Henderson

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08 April 2018
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Luminaries Honored at 15th Annual UNLV Hall of Fame Awards

The 15th Annual UNLV College of Fine Arts Hall of Fame awards took place on Tuesday evening, April 3 in the UNLV Student Union Ballroom. The gala event, which honors those residents of Nevada who have made a significant impact in the areas of visual arts, performing arts and/or architecture, included a reception, dinner and ceremony...


Portion Control Brings Healthy Eats to Henderson with Grand Opening of Second Location

Bringing healthy eats to Henderson, Portion Control celebrated the opening of its second Las Vegas location with an exclusive preview celebration and VIP party on Thursday, March 29...


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House of Tape • Modernist Cuisine Gallery • Bellagio’s Conservatory

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30 March 2018
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Tape Face Launches House of Tape at Harrah's Las Vegas

America's Got Talent alumnus, Sam Wills, creator and performer of Tape Face, whose signature look is eyes encircled in black shadow and electrical tape across his mouth, officially opened his show in a new, 200 seat custom built venue at Harrah's called the House of Tape on March 16, that was designed especially for him...


Modernist Cuisine Gallery Hosts VIP Party To Unveil Nathan Myhrvold's Newest Collection of Artwork

A private party was held on Monday evening, March 19 at The Modernist Cuisine Gallery located at The Forum Shops at Caesars Palace to celebrate the unveiling of Nathan Myhrvold's newest collection of artwork.  Twenty new photographs were also debuted at the party...


Bellagio’s Conservatory & Botanical Gardens Unveils Japanese Inspired Display for Spring

With the arrival of spring, Bellagio’s Conservatory & Botanical Gardens has unveiled a Japanese-inspired display, fragrant with 65,000 flowers and botanical materials. Blooming cherry blossoms, tranquil waterfalls and a 26-foot whimsical woman welcome the new season, now through June 3...


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Terry Fator • St. Baldrick’s Day • Evening of Hope Gala • 'BELIEVER' • Rí Rá • Madame Tussauds • X Country

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18 March 2018
Terry Fator with his new puppets of Michael Jackson and Paul McCartney - Photo credit: Stephen Thorburn

 

 

Terry Fator Celebrates 9 Year Anniversary at Mirage

America's Got Talent season two winner and Las Vegas strip headliner, Terry Fator, celebrated his 9 year anniversary of his popular show “Terry Fator The Voice of Entertainment” at the Mirage, on Monday evening March 12...


New York-New York Hotel & Casino Raises More Than $400,000 for Childhood Cancer Research at St. Baldrick’s Day Head-Shaving Event

New York-New York Hotel & Casino raised a record-breaking amount of more than $400,000 to benefit St. Baldrick’s Foundation during its ninth annual head-shaving event on Saturday, March 10...


Candelighters Childhood Cancer Foundation of Nevada Commemorates 40th Anniversary with Annual Evening of Hope Gala

Candlelighters Childhood Cancer Foundation of Nevada held its annual Evening of Hope Gala and Ray of Hope Honoree Luncheon Friday and Saturday, March 9 and 10 to increase awareness for pediatric cancer and raise funds to support local families battling the disease through financial assistance, emotional support and quality of life services...


KA Theatre at MGM Grand hosts VIP Screening of Imagine Dragons Dan Reynolds Documentary 'BELIEVER'

A special VIP screening of the powerful documentary, Believer, was held Thursday evening March 8 at the KA Theater inside the MGM Grand Hotel & Casino. The film, which premiered at the prestigious, Sundance Film Festival, follows Dan Reynolds, the frontman for Grammy Award winning band Imagine Dragons as he explores how the Mormon Church treats its LGBTQ members...


Rí Rá Las Vegas Raises More Than $10,000 During Seventh Annual St. Baldrick’s Day Head Shaving Fundraiser

Rí Rá Las Vegas held their seventh annual St. Baldrick’s Day fundraiser on Saturday, March 3. Participants went bald all to raise more than $10,000 for the St. Baldrick’s Foundation that is dedicated to fighting childhood cancer...


Steve Aoki Becomes First to "Cake" His Own Wax Figure at Madame Tussauds Las Vegas DJ Experience Launch

On Tuesday evening March 6, Madame Tussauds Las Vegas threw the ultimate fan party to launch the attraction's new DJ Experience with Grammy-nominated international DJ and Producer Steve Aoki, who became the first person to cake himself in wax form, before treating fans to a live set to launch the dance-party installation...


X Country Celebrates Two-Year Anniversary at Harrah's Las Vegas

Tuesday night, March 13, X Country celebrated two kick’n years at Harrah’s Las Vegas with a reception and red carpet at Toby Keith’s I Love This Bar & Grill...


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Nickelback • Clint Holmes and Earl Turner • Menopause The Musical • Peng Zu • Las Vegas Ballpark • The MINT

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Nickelback Hosts Blackjack Tournament at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino

Multi-platinum selling rock band Nickelback, Hard Rock Hotel & Casino and AEG Presents partnered with Lotus Broadcasting to host an exclusive blackjack tournament on Tuesday, Feb. 27, with radio winners, invited casino guests and members of media at Hard Rock Hotel ahead of the band’s third performance at The Joint...


Clint Holmes and Earl Turner Take the Stage together for Soundtrack: Your Songs. Our Stories. The Show

Celebrated entertainers and singers Clint Holmes and Earl Turner have joined forces on stage to celebrate the “soundtrack” of our lives in Soundtrack: Your Songs Our Stories, The Show. inside the famed Westgate International Theater at Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino...


Menopause The Musical Celebrates 13 year Anniversary in Las Vegas

Menopause, the Musical celebrated its 13 year anniversary in Las Vegas on Thursday night, February 22 at Harrah's Hotel & Casino where it has been staged for the last three years. It is the longest running scripted musical in the history of Las Vegas...


Peng Zu Asian Restaurant Celebrates Official Opening and Chinese New Year

Peng Zu Asian restaurant, showcasing Asian favorites and authentic tastes in a contemporary and comfortable atmosphere, celebrated its grand opening at Suncoast Hotel and Casino, on Wednesday afternoon, Feb. 21...


The Howard Hughes Corporation Breaks Ground on Las Vegas Ballpark in Downtown Summerlin®

The Howard Hughes Corporation, the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority (LVCVA), community leaders, Major League Baseball (MLB) executives, and hundreds of loyal fans broke ground on Friday, February 23 on Las Vegas Ballpark, a 10,000-person capacity baseball stadium that will be the future home of the Las Vegas 51s, the city’s professional baseball team...


The MINT Tavern Revitalizes Vintage Vegas and Celebrates Official Opening

The Mint Tavern, a classic Las Vegas lounge, celebrated its official grand opening on Thursday, March 1. Conveniently located in the heart of Sin City, and centered around a cool and relaxed vibe, the local friendly spot, featuring time-honored libations, a variety of live entertainment and 24-hour gaming, serves as the solution for those who are looking to enjoy a night out, but don’t want to go to a club or lobby bar...


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Shepard Fairey and Frank Zummo • Caesars Celebrates Lunar New Year • Candlelighters 40th Anniversary

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22 February 2018
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Shepard Fairey and Frank Zummo Unveil One-of-a-Kind Drum Kit and Art Display at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino•

Artist and activist Shepard Fairey known for his OBEY art campaign, alongside co-founder of Street Drum Corps and drummer for Sum 41, Frank Zummo, unveiled their original SJC Custom Drums titled “Rise Above” at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Las Vegas on Friday, February 16...


Caesars Entertainment Las Vegas Resorts Celebrates Lunar New Year With Ribbon Cutting and Lion Dance Parades

In honor of the Lunar New Year, Caesars Palace hosted a lively lion dance parade to celebrate the Year of the Dog and bring good luck to the iconic resort on Saturday, Feb. 17...


Candlelighters Childhood Cancer Foundation of Nevada Commemorates 40th Anniversary with Torch Relay Down the Las Vegas Strip

Candlelighters Childhood Cancer Foundation of Nevada commemorated the start of the organization’s 40th anniversary year in bold fashion on Sunday, Feb. 11 as Candlelighters children, local dignitaries, celebrities and first responders took to the world-famous Las Vegas Strip to honor local families’ fight against pediatric cancer...


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INFERNO • Cirrus Aircraft • Incubus • One Piece Thousand Storm

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12 February 2018
Cast of INFERNO - Photo credit: Erik Kabik

 

INFERNO, The Fire Spectacular, Lights Up The Stage at Paris Las Vegas

INFERNO, the fire spectacular that has taken Europe and Asia by storm, celebrated its opening night performance at Paris Las Vegas on Thursday, February 8, with a packed house...


All In Aviation Hosts Cirrus Aircraft Event Featuring World's First Personal Jet

All In Aviation, a full-service aviation company specializing in Cirrus Aircraft flight training, rental and sales, hosted an exclusive, private Cirrus Aircraft event on Thursday evening February 1, featuring the world's first single engine personal jet, the SF50 Vision Jet, that is revolutionizing regional transportation around the world...


Incubus Rocks Into Las Vegas With Residency at The Joint at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino

Multi-platinum alternative rock heavyweight, Incubus, launched their four-night limited engagement at The Joint at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Las Vegas on Friday, February 2...


One Piece Thousand Storm Celebrated First Anniversary In Las Vegas with Help from Celebrity Fans Maksim and Valentin Chmerkovskiy

On Saturday, Jan. 27, Maksim Chmerkovskiy and Valentin Chmerkovskiy, celebrity fans of the mobile game One Piece Thousand Storm, were on-hand with game producers from BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment Inc. to celebrate the popular game’s first anniversary...



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Matt Goss • Adam London • Beverly Hills Rejuvenation Center

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29 January 2018
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Matt Goss Headlines Extended Engagement at Mirage

British born singing sensation Matt Goss, who has been referred to as Britain's answer to Frank Sinatra, has returned to the Las Vegas Strip, headlining an extended engagement inside 1 OAK Nightclub at The Mirage...


Comedy-Magician Adam London Celebrates Five Years at the D Las Vegas

Comedy magician Adam London celebrated the 5 years anniversary of his family friendly show Laughternoon at the D Hotel & Casino on Saturday, January 13., National Rubber Ducky Day...


Beverly Hills Rejuvenation Center Celebrates Opening of First Las Vegas Location

Beverly Hills Rejuvenation Center, one of the nation’s leading high-end medical spas, hosted an exclusive event in celebration of the opening of its first location in Las Vegas in Boca Park (750 S. Rampart Blvd.) on Thursday evening, January 25...


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Sex Tips • NCMEC Charity Event • Miss Nevada USA • China Lights Lantern Festival

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13 January 2018
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"Sex Tips for Straight Women from a Gay Man" Celebrates with New Stars Scheana Shay and Chester Lockhart

The smash-hit Las Vegas comedy production "Sex Tips for Straight Women from a Gay Man”, which is staged in the Anthony Cools Showroom at Paris Las Vegas, celebrated the premiere of its new stars Scheana Shay and Chester Lockhart, on Thursday evening, January 11...


Italian American Club Hosts Charity Event for National Center for Missing and Exploited Children

The Italian American Club, located at 2333 East Sahara, hosted a charity event to benefit the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) on Wednesday evening, January 10...


Miss Nevada USA Organization Crowns Miss Nevada USA 2018 and Miss Nevada Teen USA 2018

The Miss Nevada USA Organization crowned the new Miss Nevada USA 2018 and Miss Nevada Teen USA 2018 at the pageant, which was hosted at the Southpoint Hotel on Sunday, January 7...


China Lights Lantern Festival Unveils Life-Size Kylin Lantern at Gold Coast Hotel and Casino

The Sichuan Tianyu Culture Communication Co., Ltd. and Boyd Gaming unveiled a spectacular, handcrafted, larger-than-life, purple kylin lantern at the Gold Coast Hotel and Casino on the morning of January 4 as a preview of the upcoming China Lights lantern festival coming to Craig Ranch Regional Park in North Las Vegas from Jan. 19 through Feb. 25...


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Fremont Street Experience and Caesar's Entertainment ring in 2018

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03 January 2018
Mayor Carolyn Goodman, Fremont Street Experience President Patrick Hughes and the D Las Vegas owner Derek Stevens countdown to 2018 - Photo credit: Black Raven Films

 

Fremont Street Experience Rings in 2018 at “America’s Party Downtown” 

Thousands of revelers took over Fremont Street Experience in Downtown Las Vegas on Sunday night, December 31, to ring in 2018 at “America’s Party Downtown...


Caesar's Entertainment Las Vegas Resorts Welcomes the New Year with Star Performances

Nearly 3,000 guests were present during a private engagement at Caesars Palace, where they were treated to exclusive performances by Darci Lynne Farmer and Fergie...


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The Cocktail Cabaret • Masters of Illusion • Piffmas at Piffany’s • Glamorous Holiday Wonderland • 5th Annual Holiday Give Back

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18 December 2017
Philip Fortenberry, Daniel Emmet, Maren Wade, Niki Scalera, and Eric Jordan Young - Photo credit Stephen Thorburn

 

“The Cocktail Cabaret” Debuts at Cleopatra’s Barge in Caesars Palace

A VIP audience of celebrities and special guests packed the iconic Cleopatra’s Barge at Caesars Palace on Wednesday, December 13 during the red-carpet, invitation-only grand opening party of The Cocktail Cabaret”, an upbeat, stylish, intimate, musical cabaret-style revue, reminiscent of vintage Vegas, that I sure to be a hit for visitors and local alike...


Masters of Illusion Celebrates Opening Night at Bally’s Las Vegas

The Grand Opening of Las Vegas's newest magic production, Masters of Illusion, starring five award-winning magicians, was held on Wednesday evening, December 13 at the Jubilee Theater at Bally’s Las Vegas, where it will be performing for a limited engagement....


Piff the Magic Dragon Celebrates Third Annual Piffmas Piff-Tacular “Piffmas at Piffany’s” at Flamingo Las Vegas

Piff the Magic Dragon celebrated his 3rd annual Piffmas Piff-Tacular, “Piffmas at Piffany’s,” at Flamingo Las Vegas on Thursday night, December 7.Over the years, Piff has toured the show across the UK and now brings a brand new holiday version to the Flamingo...


Bellagio’s Conservatory & Botanical Gardens Transform Into Glamorous Holiday Wonderland Through January 6

Bellagio's Conservatory & Botanical Gardens has unveiled a new holiday installation featuring the wonders of winter that is on display through January 6, 2018...


Fat Bar and Three Las Vegas Fatburger Locations Host 5th Annual Holiday Give Back, Supporting the Residents of The Shade Tree

Darin Feinstein, the owner of Fat Bar on the Las Vegas Strip and three local Fatburger franchise locations, along with his wife Patricia Feinstein showered the residents of The Shade Tree with holiday kindness the week of December 11, celebrating the 5th Annual Holiday Give Back to The Shade Tree, a private star-studded event and donation drive for its residents...


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Jarrett & Raja Music & Magic • Benefit Concert at OMNIA Nightclub for Las Vegas Victims Fund • Experience the Arts: The Silver Anniversary Gala

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21 November 2017
Jarrett & Raja open at the Stratosphere Hotel and Tower - Photo credit: Stephen Thorburn

 

Jarrett & Raja Music & Magic Opens at The Stratosphere

Just a few months after closing shop at Hooters Hotel & Casino, internationally acclaimed magic and music duo, Jarrett & Raja, who have appeared on Shark Tank, America's Got Talent and Masters of Illusion, celebrated the Grand Opening of their afternoon show Magic Vs. Music at the Stratosphere Hotel & Casino on Thursday, October 16...


Stars Fill the Stage as Vegas Cares Raises More Than $100,000 to Honor Those Affected by the OCT. 1 Tragedy

More than two dozen Las Vegas entertainers filled the stage on Sunday, Nov. 5 at the Vegas Cares benefit at The Venetian® Las Vegas to honor the victims and first responders of the tragic events of Oct. 1...


Hakkasan Group hosted Benefit Concert at OMNIA Nightclub for Las Vegas Victims Fund

In response to the tragic events that took place on October 1 at the Route 91 Harvest Festival, Hakkasan Group hosted a Benefit Concert at OMNIA Nightclub inside Caesars Palace on Tuesday, Nov. 7. The event brought locals, partygoers, and artists together for an eventful evening to raise funds for those affected...


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Vegas Strong Benefit Concert • Mystere Offers Unique Peek • Las Vegas Great Santa Run • Little Black Dress Event • Evel Pie Celebrates

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06 December 2017
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Vegas Strong Benefit Concert Unites Unprecedented Lineup of Entertainers in Support of October 1 Tragedy

Vegas Strong Benefit Concert at T-Mobile Arena united the Las Vegas entertainment industry and close-knit community on December 1 for an evening of live performances and heartfelt video tributes honoring victims and survivors of the October 1 tragedy...


Cirque du Soleil's Mystere Offers Unique Peek Into Rehearsals

For the past year and a half, Cirque du Soleil's “original must-see production” Mystere has been offering the public a special FREE sneak peak of their artists training in their element and what it takes to constantly evolve this awe-inspiring production...


Thousands of Santas Take Over Downtown Las Vegas for 13th Annual “Las Vegas Great Santa Run”

The Las Vegas Community rallied together for the 13th annual Las Vegas Great Santa Run, benefiting beloved local organization Opportunity Village on Saturday, December 2...


Las Vegas Fashion Council and Saks Fifth Avenue Hosted Fourth Annual Little Black Dress Event

The Las Vegas Fashion Council (LVFC) hosted its fourth annual Little Black Dress Event benefiting the Art Institute of Las Vegas and the LVFC's scholarship fund at Saks Fifth Avenue inside Fashion Show on Thursday, Nov. 30. One-of-a-kind little black dress designs hit the runway as 11 Art Institute students competed for a $500 tuition grant toward their education...


Evel Pie Celebrates First Anniversary

The all-American, Evel Knievel-themed pizzeria Evel Pie, located in Downtown Las Vegas, celebrated its first anniversary on Wednesday, Nov. 29 with a performance by The Rhyolite Sound and the debut of the restaurant's exclusive Evel Brew "Ales on Wheels"...


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Britney Spears Campus • New Library in East Las Vegas • Ultimate 4-D Experience®

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08 November 2017
Britney Spears joined president and CEO of the Nevada Childhood Cancer Foundation, Jeff Gordon, in celebration of the grand opening of the organization’s new Britney Spears Campus Ribbon Cutting - Photo credit: Sonia Miller

 

Nevada Childhood Cancer Foundation Celebrates Grand Opening of New Britney Spears Campus

The Nevada Childhood Cancer Foundation (NCCF) celebrated the grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony of the organization’s new Britney Spears Campus, located at 3711 E. Sunset Rd. in Henderson, with major donor and international Icon and performer, Britney Spears on Saturday, Nov. 4...


Las Vegas-Clark County Library District Breaks Ground on New Library in East Las Vegas

On Thursday, November 2, The Las Vegas-Clark County Library District (LVCCLD) broke ground for a new library in East Las Vegas anticipated to open in spring 2019...


Excalibur Hotel & Casino Launches “Ultimate 4-D Experience®” Attraction

The much-anticipated Ultimate 4-D Experience made its debut at Excalibur Hotel& Casino's Fun Dungeon entertainment portfolio on November 2...


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NF Hope Concert • Fantasy 18th • Harrah’s Las Vegas 80th • Downtown Brew Festival • Enclave • Battle of the Bras

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30 October 2017
Jeff, Melody, and Emma Leibow - Photo credit: Stephen Thorburn

 

Entertainers Come Together for 7th Annual NF Hope Concert, a Benefit for Neurofibromatosis

Former star of Jersey Boys, Jeff Leibow once again gathered some of the best performers in Las Vegas in support of a very worthy cause, to raise funds and awareness in the fight against Neurofibromatosis (NF) for the 7th annual “NF Hope Concert” , on Sunday afternoon October 22 in the Palazzo Theatre at Palazzo Las Vegas...


Fantasy Celebrates 18th Anniversary and 2018 Calendar Launch

Fantasy, the longest running Las Vegas topless revue to remain in one location, celebrated its 18th anniversary on the Strip and launch of their 2018 calendar on Tuesday night, October 24 a the Luxor Hotel & Casino...


Harrah’s Las Vegas Hosted 80th Anniversary Party with Headlining Band Asia and Flair Bartending Contest

Guests at Harrah’s Las Vegas had a blast from the past during the Harrah’s 80th anniversary party at Carnaval Court on Saturday, Oct. 21...


6th annual Downtown Brew Festival at Clark County Amphitheater

Las Vegas-based beer festival production company, Motley Brews, hosted a sell-out crowd of beer enthusiasts with the sixth annual Downtown Brew Festival at Clark County Amphitheater on Saturday, Oct. 21...


Multi Purpose Special Events Center, Enclave, Celebrates Grand Opening

Enclave, a groundbreaking three-story 75,000-square-foot multi-purpose special events venue with a 5,000-square-foot, panoramic rooftop deck, celebrated its grand opening Thursday night, October 19...


‘Battle of the Bras’ Fashion Show Raises Over $106,000 for the American Cancer Society to Benefit Las Vegas Community

In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness month, Caesars Entertainment Las Vegas resorts raised $106,746 to benefit the American Cancer Society through the eighth annual “Battle of the Bras” fashion show hosted at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino on Wednesday, Oct. 18...


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“WOW” Debuts at Rio All Suite Hotel & Casino • Linda Suzanne Performs Concert to Benefit Two Charities

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Water Themed Spectacular “WOW” Debuts at Rio All Suite Hotel & Casino

“WOW” is what we say to describe something that takes our breath away. In this case, the letters are also short for World of Wonder, the internationally-acclaimed, family friendly, water spectacular, that made its North American debut at the Rio Showroom (formerly the Crown Theatre) at Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino, Saturday night October 7, with the intention of “Wow”ing everyone in the audience...


Linda Suzanne Performs Concert Honoring Legendary Pop Divas to Benefit Two Charities

Singer Linda Suzanne, who began her career as a teen opening for such legends as Rosemary Clooney, The Righteous Brothers, Joni Mitchell and Leon Russell and has toured with major stars including Jose Feliciano, recorded several albums, entertained audiences nationwide, debuted her new show “Linda Suzanne Sings Legendary Divas of Pop” on Sunday, October 15 in the main theatre showroom at The South Point Hotel, Casino and Spa...


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Exhibitionism – The Rolling Stones • Fifth Annual "Style With A Cause" •

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Fifth Annual "Style With A Cause" Raises Funds to Benefit Communities in Schools of Nevada

More than 200 fashion-forward guests filled Andiron Steak & Sea at Downtown Summerlin on Wednesday evening, September 27, for the fifth annual "style with a cause," benefitting Communities in Schools of Nevada (CIS of Nevada) to help increase student graduation rates and prepare students for college...


Exhibitionism – The Rolling Stones Celebrates Grand Opening at the Palazzo Las Vegas

The Rolling Stones’ first ever major exhibition, Exhibitionism, delivered by DHL, celebrated its official grand opening at The Palazzo® Las Vegas  Wednesday night, September 27...


Burgerim Brings New Burger Concept to Las Vegas

Burgerim, a new gourmet burger-and-fry eatery, serving “always more than one” , made its debut in Las Vegas on Friday evening, September 29, at 9635 Bermuda Road and East Silverado Blvd...


Samsung Galaxy Studio Launches at Caesars Palace

Samsung Galaxy Studio launched its Grand Opening in Las Vegas on Thursday September 28 at Caesars Palace. The event was hosted by singer and BGCA brand ambassador Kelly Rowland, and featured a live musical performance by electronic producer/DJ and BGCA supporter Marshmello...

 


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Bellagio’s Conservatory Autumn Display • Center for Autism & Developmental Disabilities • Bartender Legends National Competition

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Bellagio’s Conservatory & Botanical Gardens Unveils New Dazzling Autumn Display

Embracing the vibrant sights of the season, Bellagio’s Conservatory & Botanical Gardens has unveiled its new autumn display, open through November 25, inviting guests to wander through the enchanting landscapes featuring exotic peacocks and mystical creatures...


Former NBA player Jerome “Junkyard Dog” Williams teams up with Center for Autism & Developmental Disabilities For Specialized Clinic

The Center for Autism & Developmental Disabilities at Touro University Nevada teamed up with former NBA player Jerome “Junkyard Dog” Williams on Sunday, Sept. 10, to host a free basketball clinic for local children with Autism Spectrum Disorder and other developmental disabilities...


Bartenders compete in Bartender Legends, Tequila Herradura's second national cocktail competition

On Monday, September 18, regional bartenders competed in the 2017 Bartender Legends at Omnia Nightclub, 3570 S Las Vegas Blvd, sponsored by Tequila Herradura...


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4th Annual Believer Gala • 31st Annual Black & White Party • Media Pizza Making for Charity

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29 August 2017
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Imagine Dragons’ Nonprofit Organization Raises $1 Million for Pediatric Cancer at 4th Annual Believer Gala

Friday evening, August 25, the 4th annual Believer Gala, an extraordinary, one-night-only experience created to raise funds for The Tyler Robinson Foundation (TRF), the Imagine Dragons’ nonprofit organization, raised a record $1 million in support of families with pediatric cancer diagnoses...


Aid for AIDS of Nevada Celebrates 31st Annual Black & White Party at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino

More than 2,500 guests dressed for a cause at Aid for AIDS of Nevada's (AFAN) 31st annual Black & White Party at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino on August 21. The event raised more than $130,000 to benefit AFAN's advocacy for those living with or affected by HIV/AIDS...


Local Las Vegas Performers Judge Media Pizza Making Competition for Charity

TREVI Italian Restaurant, located at the heart of The Forum Shops at Caesars, hosted its third annual media pizza making competition, featuring local media personalities competing for charity on Wednesday, Aug. 16...


Las Vegas Market Raises Record $15,735 for Gift For Life

Las Vegas Market announced on August 17 that its seventh annual “Up on the Roof” fundraiser netted a record-breaking $15,735 to benefit Gift for Life, the gift, stationery and home décor industries’ sole charitable organization...


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Golden Gate Casino's Grand Expansion • "Fear the Walking Dead Survival"

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06 September 2017
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Local Dignitaries On Hand at the Unveiling of Golden Gate Hotel & Casino's Grand Expansion

Las Vegas’ original hotel, Golden Gate Hotel & Casino officially unveiled its new casino expansion during a champagne-filled ceremony on Friday morning, September 1...


"Fear the Walking Dead Survival" Celebrates Grand Opening at Fremont Street Experience

The highly anticipated zombie-themed attraction, “Fear the Walking Dead Survival” celebrated its grand opening at Fremont Street Experience in downtown Las Vegas with a multi-sensory extravaganza...


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Second Annual Magic Reinvented Nightly Pet Supply Drive • Cirque's Alexis Bros. Opens Absolute Balance Studio

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15 September 2017
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Mat Franco Presents The Animal Foundation with Donations from Second Annual Magic Reinvented Nightly Pet Supply Drive

Magician Mat Franco presented The Animal Foundation with a donation of more than $6,500 in much-needed animal care supplies and Petcogift cards on Tuesday, September 12 to benefit the nearly 21,000 animals that are cared for by the organization annually...


Cirque's Alexis Bros. Opens Absolute Balance Studio

Cirque’s Alexis Brothers celebrated the Grand Opening of the first Absolute Balance Studio on Thursday evening, September 8. Located on 6115 South Ft. Apache on the corner of Patrick Lane, the studio offers hand balancing, aerial and power yoga, pilates, and contortion all taught by the Cirque acrobats...


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Magical Memories DISNEY Fine Art Gallery • SHARKNADO 5: Global Swarming • Keep Memory Alive Hosted Summer Social & Rodeo

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15 August 2017
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Grand Opening Celebration for New Magical Memories DISNEY Fine Art Gallery Inside The Forum Shops

Magical Memories, an art gallery featuring Disney fine art at The Forum Shops at Caesars Palace, kicked off its official four day Grand Opening celebration on the afternoon of Thursday August 10 with a special preview for members of the media who were invited to tour the gallery, check out its amazing artwork, and meet with the gallery design team and staff...


“SHARKNADO 5: Global Swarming” Premiers at the LINQ Hotel & Casino

Celebrities and fans swarmed at the star-studded premiere of “SHARKNADO 5: Global Swarming” at the Mat Franco Theater at The LINQ Hotel & Casino, Sunday, August 6...


Keep Memory Alive Hosted Annual Summer Social And Rodeo At Shakespeare Ranch to benefit Cleveland Clinic Lou Ruvo Center for Brain Health

Keep Memory Alive hosted the annual Summer Social And Rodeo At Shakespeare Ranch on the weekend of July 28 and 29. The 2 day philanthropic event featured Western-style fun to raise funds for neurological disorder and included a professional rodeo event and evening with celebrity chef Emeril Lagasse and Motown classic group The Commodores that benefitted Cleveland Clinic Lou Ruvo Center for Brain Health...


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Robert Irvine's Public House • Circus 1903 • The Golden Tiki • Imaginarium

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04 August 2017
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Celebrity Chef Robert Irvine Opens First Las Vegas Restaurant, Robert Irvine's Public House Inside the Tropicana Las Vegas

Celebrity Chef Robert Irvine officially opened his highly anticipated restaurant Robert Irvine’s Public House inside Tropicana La Vegas on Thursday, July 27...


Circus 1903 Celebrates Momentous Opening Night at Paris Las Vegas

Tuesday night July 25, the dynamic cast and crew of Las Vegas’ newest stage production, Circus 1903 celebrated their opening night performance at Paris Theater at Paris Las Vegas...


The Golden Tiki Celebrates 2 Year “Terrible Twos” Anniversary

The Golden Tiki, located in Chinatown, Las Vegas, celebrated its second anniversary on July 23 with the debut of Monti Rock III and Claire Sinclair’s shrunken heads...


Grand Illusionist David Goldrake Premieres “Imaginarium” at the Tropicana Las Vegas

Luxembourg’s award-winning illusionist David Goldrake's held the Grand Opening of his new production 'IMAGINARIUM' at the Tropicana Las Vegas Theater on Thursday evening, July 20...


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Shake Shack brings fourth Southern Nevada location to Henderson • Magician Mat Franco Unveils Namesake Theater Marquee at The LINQ

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16 July 2017
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Shake Shack brings fourth Southern Nevada location to Henderson

Shake Shack opened its fourth Southern Nevada location and its first in Henderson, on Wednesday, July 12th at 2225 Village Walk Drive in The District at Green Valley Ranch, the finely curated shopping, dining and entertainment destination...


Magician Mat Franco Unveils Namesake Theater Marquee at The LINQ Hotel & Casino

Magician Mat Franco was honored on July 10 with the unveiling of his new namesake marquee, Mat Franco Theater at The LINQ Hotel & Casino, which was renamed by the center-Strip resort in celebration of his continued career success...


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Magician Murray Celebrates his 100,000 You Tube Subscribers • Victor Drai Receive Key To The Las Vegas Strip

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04 July 2017
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Magician Murray Celebrates his 100,000 You Tube Subscribers

Magician Murray Sawchuck has garnered legions of fans from around the country who have seen him on numerous TV shows including America's Got Talent, as a recurring act on CW's Masters of Illusion, as a magic expert on the History Channel's Pawn Stars, and as a Las Vegas headliner, presently starring in his afternoon show at Planet Hollywood...


Victor Drai Receives Key to the Las Vegas Strip in Honor of 20th Anniversary of Drai's After Hours

In honor of the 20th anniversary of the legendary Drais After Hours, friends, family and invited guests gathered at Drai’s Beachclub-Nightclub atop The Cromwell on June 25,to congratulate celebrated nightlife entrepreneur Victor Drai as he received the Key to the Las Vegas Strip and was presented with a county proclamation declaring June 25 “Drai’s Day” in Las Vegas...


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Bellagio’s Conservatory & Botanical Gardens • Clark County Awards Insomniac Founder and CEO, Pasquale Rotella

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Bellagio’s Conservatory & Botanical Gardens Celebrates Summer With its First Italian-Inspired Display

In celebration of Summer, Bellagio’s Conservatory & Botanical Gardens has transformed into the picturesque island of Capri, Italy. On view now through September 9, the Italian-inspired display, abounding with lemons and Cypress trees, takes visitors on a delightful journey through scenic grounds rich in botanical wonder, calming water features and vibrant colored villas, reminiscent of the charming island...


Clark County Awards Insomniac Founder and CEO, Pasquale Rotella, With Key to the Strip In Celebration of EDC Week 2017

On Wednesday, June 14, at the Foundation Room at Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino, Clark County Commissioner Steve Sisolak, celebrated the 21st anniversary of Electric Daisy Carnival (EDC) by awarding Insomniac CEO and Founder, Pasquale Rotella, with the key to the Las Vegas Strip...


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