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April 24, 2024

Best Bets: Blink-182, Christina Aguilera, Toby Keith and more for your Las Vegas weekend

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Christina Aguilera makes a tour stop at Caesars Palace Saturday.

Superstar musicians abound in Las Vegas this weekend, including the return of one of the city’s newest residency acts after a health scare canceled recent dates. Enjoy a fun and safe Nevada Day weekend with these entertainment options.

TOBY KEITH The country music favorite is still celebrating the 25th anniversary of his debut album “Should’ve Been a Cowboy” by extending his tour into the fall, including a Friday night show poolside at the Red Rock Resort. Get ready for all the hits to soundtrack an evening of what’s forecasted as sublime Vegas weather. October 26, info at stationcasinoslive.com.

BLINK-182 The pop-punk outfit was forced to cancel summer dates for its Pearl Theater residency due to dangerous blood clots in drummer Travis Barker’s arms. Barker’s back with a clean bill of health with bassist/singer Mark Hoppus and newest member, guitarist Matt Skiba, for Friday and Saturday shows through November 17. October 26-27, info at palms.com.

COUNTRY 58 The Henderson Pavilion hosts a concert with a cause Saturday as the inaugural Country 58 music festival brings Chase Bryant, Elvis Monroe, Sam Riddle, Michael Austin, Rhyolite Sound, Justin Carder and Alyssa Oeder to the stage starting at 12:30 p.m. Created by survivors of the October 1 tragedy, the event will donate a portion of its proceeds to the victims, families and first responders. October 27, info at cityofhenderson.com.

CHRISTINA AGUILERA The pop star’s Liberation Tour rolls into the Colosseum at Caesars Palace Saturday night for a one-night engagement some believe might be a Las Vegas Strip tryout for a future residency show. October 27, info at thecolosseum.com.

U.S. HOCKEY HALL OF FAME GAME Has Las Vegas truly become a hockey town? We’ll find out Saturday when the U.S. Hockey Hall of Fame Game will feature the University of North Dakota battling Minnesota in a classic college rivalry at the Orleans Arena. October 27, info at orleansarena.com.