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Five all-star side dishes from Las Vegas steakhouses: Thursday, Nov. 15, 2012; These meat accompaniments (almost) steal the show ...
Weekend best bets: Lee's Wine Experience, Project Dinner Table and Lewis Black: Thursday, Nov. 8, 2012; The election may be behind us but political comedians are always visiting Las Vegas. Catch Lewis Black at the Mirage as he will surely recap the election results.
Comedian Natasha Leggero can top your heckling story: Thursday, Nov. 1, 2012; Comedian Natasha Leggero performs at The Riviera November 2-4.
Weekend best bets: The Vegas Valley Book Festival, Foodie Fest and 'Zarkana': Thursday, Nov. 1, 2012; After the onslaught of Halloween events, Las Vegas takes a bit of a breather; well, as much of a breather as this city ever takes. The clubs may be a little calmer this weekend, but musicians and comedians are out in full force.
Events guide: Halloween club events 2012: Friday, Oct. 26, 2012; Expect a full Halloweek of fun club events in Las Vegas
Weekend best bets: Bob Dylan, Jonny Lang and getting ready for Halloween: Thursday, Oct. 25, 2012; The PBR World Finals are in town but this weekend also features a plethora of community Halloween events.
Events guide: Community Halloween happenings 2012: Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2012; Even though this is Las Vegas, adults in major clubs aren't the only ones who get to have fun. There are many community center and church events to get families and others in the spooky mood.
Events guide: PBR World Finals 2012: Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2012; In Las Vegas, PBR means more than just a beer hipsters have claimed as their own.
Weekend best bets: Monster Energy Cup, Cheers to Chocolate and Jimmy Buffett: Thursday, Oct. 18, 2012; This weekend has something for everyone, from tasty charity events to the always entertaining annual Jimmy Buffett concert and pre-parties.
UFC 153: Where to watch: Saturday, Oct. 13, 2012; If a trip to Rio de Janeiro’s not in the cards for you, fear not; there are plenty of viewing options in town for UFC 153, in which UFC Middleweight champ Anderson Silva is expected to defend his belt.
Weekend best bets: UNLV vs. UNR, Pure Aloha Festival and One Drunk Puppy: Friday, Oct. 12, 2012; This weekend runs the gamut from superstar pop singers to political comedians to community garden events and everything in between.
Events guide: Haunted attractions 2012: Friday, Oct. 5, 2012; If you're looking for a good scare, you came to the right place.
Weekend best bets: Grapes & Hops Festival, Don Rickles and 'Batman Live': Thursday, Oct. 4, 2012; This weekend is filled with a plethora of fun community events in addition to the customary entertainment offerings.
Eight observations from night one of Rock Vegas: Saturday, Sept. 29, 2012; Let's call it four headbangs and a proposal.
Weekend best bets: Rock Vegas music fest, Las Vegas BikeFest and Bite of Las Vegas: Thursday, Sept. 27, 2012; It's a stacked concert weekend with Blink-182 at the Cosmopolitan's Boulevard Pool, a slew of metal bands at Rock Vegas and pop rock favorites at Bite of Las Vegas.
Weekend best bets: Greek Food Festival, Super Run car show, Joe Walsh: Thursday, Sept. 20, 2012; If you didn't get tickets to the sold out iHeartRadio Music Festival, don't worry. There are still plenty of fun entertainment options in town.
Weekend best bets: Rock 'n Roll Wine, Mexican Independence Day and Neon Reverb: Thursday, Sept. 13, 2012; This weekend's best bets include concerts featuring Fiona Apple, Mana, Foghat and Luis Miguel, plus a slew of local bands at the Neon Reverb Festival.
Guide to football game day specials: Saturday, Sept. 8, 2012; Half the fun of going out to watch football is finding tasty food and drink specials to enjoy during the game. If you’re in the mood to munch while ...
Weekend best bets: Joan Rivers, Harvest Festival and UNLV vs. Northern Arizona: Thursday, Sept. 6, 2012; This weekend's best bets include concerts featuring R&B queen Mary J. Blige and chart-topper Gotye. Joan Rivers will be in town performing her stand-up act and serving as a grand marshal for the Pride Parade.
Events guide: Fashion's Night Out 2012: Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2012; Find out where all of the best parties are for Fashion's Night Out on Sept. 6.
Weekend best bets: 'Wicked,' Shaquille O’Neal’s All-Star Comedy Jam and Tony Bennett: Thursday, Aug. 30, 2012; Labor Day Weekend has arrived, bringing with it all the top names in music, comedy and the DJ world.
Events guide: Labor Day Weekend 2012: Wednesday, Aug. 29, 2012; Labor Day weekend means it’s time for one more big party weekend in Las Vegas.
Weekend best bets: The Symphonic Rockshow, Carnival of Cuisine and Black & White Party: Thursday, Aug. 23, 2012; This weekend's best bets include concerts featuring Huey Lewis and the News, Chubby Checker, Kelley James and The Symphonic Rockshow.
Weekend best bets: David Spade, 'MythBusters,' Enrique Iglesias and J.Lo: Thursday, Aug. 16, 2012; This weekend's best bets include concerts featuring Gavin DeGraw, Colbie Caillat, Enrique Iglesias, Jennifer Lopez and Hank Williams III. If you're in ...
Events guide: MAGIC afterparties fall 2012: Thursday, Aug. 16, 2012; If you're not attending the MAGIC fashion tradeshow, you can still get in on all the afterparties.
Weekend best bets: Las Vegas Weekly's Beer Olympics, KISS with Mötley Crüe and a Boot Scootin' Benefit: Thursday, Aug. 9, 2012; This weekend's best bets include concerts featuring local favorite Tommy Rocker, Toby Keith, the Osmonds and KISS with Mötley Crüe. In addition to music, enjoy pro wrestling from Adrenaline Unleashed or the Las Vegas Weekly's Beer Olympics at Hennessey's in downtown Las Vegas.
Weekend best bets: Bret Michaels, Vanilla Ice and Martina McBride: Thursday, Aug. 2, 2012; This weekend's best bets include concerts featuring styles from Martina McBride to Bret Michaels to a blues fest at the Palms. If you're already thinking about ...
Weekend best bets: ARTrageous, Super Summer Theater and Kelly Clarkson: Thursday, July 26, 2012; This weekend's best bets include Kelly Clarkson at the Cosmopolitan and Morris Day & the Time playing favorites such as "Jungle Love" and "The Bird" at Boulder Station. ...
UFC 149: Where to watch in Las Vegas: Friday, July 20, 2012; If you aren't joining our neighbors to the North for UFC 149 in Calgary, Alberta, there are plenty of places to watch locally.
Weekend best bets: Willie Nelson, 'Surf the Musical' and NBA Summer League: Thursday, July 19, 2012; Chose from a wide variety of events this weekend, from outdoor movies to basketball at the NBA Summer League to a dose of culture at the Las Vegas Film Festival at the LVH. Here are our best entertainment bets for the weekend.
Imagine Dragons are Leno tested, Warlock approved: Wednesday, July 18, 2012; The former Vegas band's bassist talks about The Tonight Show.
Weekend best bets: Demi Lovato, movies under the stars and Il Divo: Thursday, July 12, 2012; Catch a movie under the stars or one of many concerts and comedians in town this weekend.
UFC 148 walk-out music: Finding the victor in prophetic lyrics: Sunday, July 8, 2012; Some fighters come out to songs intended to be hilarious.
UFC 148: Where to watch and where to party: Thursday, July 5, 2012; The Fourth of July may have come and gone but UFC saved the fireworks for the 7th. Find out where to watch the fights.
Food, fireworks and fun are on tap for the Fourth of July: Sunday, July 1, 2012; Fourth of July means another busy weekend in Las Vegas with all the top concerts, celebrity party hosts, UFC action and, of course, fireworks. If you’re looking for family-friendly activities or a pool party you should bring your crew to, look no further than our comprehensive Fourth of July guide.
Archery’s Hollywood revival is on target: Using a bow is badass, especially for female characters; Friday, June 29, 2012; Using a bow is badass, especially for female characters.
Weekend best bets: Preservation Hall Jazz Band, Hank Williams Jr. and David Cassidy: Friday, June 29, 2012; Whether it's blues, country or '90s rock you enjoy, Las Vegas has you covered this weekend.
Nightlife news & notes: Paris Hilton DJs, Neapolitan opens and more: Wednesday, June 27, 2012; Also, free Miller Lites for anyone with the last name Miller.
Weekend best bets: Jeff Dunham, Def Leppard with Poison, Ribbon of Life: Thursday, June 21, 2012; Beat the heat this weekend at Summer Splash — the grand opening of Mountain Edge's newest park. If you want a laugh instead, Jeff Dunham and Bill Engvall will both be in town.
Events guide: Father's Day 2012: Thursday, June 14, 2012; Let’s face it, he probably has enough ties. What Dad really wants is a nice meal with the family or a fun outing. Plan the perfect day for dad with this look at dining options and activities. Because cocktails, cigars and racing fast cars is so much better than a tie.
Weekend best bets: Million Dollar Quartet, Weezer and Reggae in the Desert: Thursday, June 14, 2012; It's Father's Day, so expect many family-friendly events this weekend.
Weekend best bets: Pacquaio vs. Bradley, Electric Daisy Carnival, Idina Menzel: Thursday, June 7, 2012; Expect a lot of tutus and neon tights in the hotels this weekend as electronic dance music fans swarm Las Vegas for the Electric Daisy Carnival held at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway.
Weekend best bets: Miss USA Pageant, Chickenfoot and Wayne Brady: Thursday, May 31, 2012; Las Vegas may be recovering from an epic Memorial Day weekend, but this weekend still has plenty of fun to offer.
Play DJ at The Ultimate Fighter Finale: Thursday, May 31, 2012; Help choose the fighters' walk-in music at The Ultimate Fighter finale.
Pick the entrance music for fighters at 'The Ultimate Fighter Live' finale: Wednesday, May 30, 2012; A fighter’s choice for a walk-in song will not necessarily impact his or her performance.
But it certainly sets the tone and gets the crowd involved, which has the power to help rally a competitor to victory.
Event guide: Memorial Day 2012: Monday, May 28, 2012; Memorial Day Weekend has become as big as New Year’s Eve in the world of Las Vegas entertainment. Clubs book the biggest DJs and celebrity hosts, ...
Weekend best bets: UFC 146, Van Halen and The Beach Boys: Thursday, May 24, 2012; This weekend, clubs and pools will be overrun with top DJs and celebrity hosts for Memorial Day weekend. If music or comedy are more your speed, ...
Events guide: Memorial Day Weekend 2012: Tuesday, May 22, 2012; Memorial Day Weekend has become as big as New Year’s Eve in the world of Las Vegas entertainment. Clubs book the biggest DJs and celebrity hosts, ...
Weekend best bets: Dita Von Teese, Tivoli Days and the Billboard Music Awards: Thursday, May 17, 2012; This weekend, share a dinner with 150 of your closest friends — all at one table — at Project Dinner Table or share your favorite music with several thousand at the Billboard Music Awards at MGM Grand Garden Arena.
Events guide: Mother's Day 2012: Friday, May 11, 2012; If mom is the primary chef in your family, it might be nice to give her a day off. If you don't trust your own culinary skills, play it safe and take her to one of the many local restaurants serving special Mother's Day menus. Mom can get complimentary drinks, flowers or even a free meal at some venues.