Friday, May 24, 2013

LL Cool J and Ice Cube Unite at the Hard Rock Hotel

Two rap phenomenons unite at Hard Rock Hotel’s The Joint for an ultimate performance on "Kings of the Mic" tour. Along with Public Enemy and De La Soul, the night will be graced with authentic hip-hop in one of the most anticipated concerts of the summer. 4455 Paradise Rd., 800-745-3000; hardrockhotel.com

Wednesday, May 29, 2013

Santana

House of Blues’ popular resident artist and legendary guitarist Carlos Santana gives it his all with An Intimate Evening with Santana: Greatest Hits Live–Yesterday, Today & Tomorrow. Santana is doing numerous dates throughout May, and plays sporadically through November. The showtime is 8 p.m. and several VIP packages are available. Mandalay Bay, 3950 Las Vegas Blvd, 800-745-3000; houseofblues.com/santana 

Thursday, May 30, 2013

Burlesque Hall of Fame Weekend

Burlesque Hall of Fame Weekend combines theater, parties and burlesque performances, and competition, including the 23rd Annual Tournament of Tease that features the crowning of the new “Miss Exotic World.” Through June 2. The Orleans; bhofweekend.com

Friday, May 31, 2013

Rí Rá Las Vegas’ Inaugural Golf Classic

Get your golf on at the Rí Rá Las Vegas’ Inaugural Golf Classic, which benefits Shriners Hospitals for Children, to be held at Silverstone Golf Club. Afterward, indulge in an after-party at Rí Rá with a silentauction, buffet and live music. 8600 Cupp Dr.; riria.com 

Saturday, June 1, 2013

Scott Weiland

Get your tickets for rock icon Scott Weiland’s “Purple at the Core” tour. The Stone Temple Pilots frontman is set to perform at The Pearl at 8 p.m. Palms, 4321 W. Flamingo Rd., 702-944-3200; palms.com

Sunday, June 2, 2013

The Tenors Return to The Smith Center

The Tenors are returning to The Smith Center to showcase their talent with melodies of classic songs that range from Elton John to Bob Dylan to their own material. 361 Symphony Park Ave., 702-749-2000; thesmithcenter.com 

Junior Achievement of Southern Nevada

Join the Junior Achievement of Southern Nevada as they host the 3rd Annual Poker Tournament and Party at Aria’s Deuce Lounge. The Texas Hold ‘Em tournament will raise money for the Junior Achievement of Southern Nevada non-profit. Registration for the tournament can be done online and the grand prize is a seat in the 2013 WSOP Main Event. 3730 Las Vegas Blvd, 702-590-7111; jalasvegas.com  

Thursday, June 6, 2013

13th Annual Tee Up For Kids Charity Golf Tournament

Hit the links at the Spanish Trail Country Club at 6:30 a.m. This Public Education Foundation tournament will benefit Southern Nevada public schools and this year’s honorary chairmen are Sig Rogich and Olga Lyles. 5050 Spanish Trail Lane, 702-799-1042; thepef.org 

Thursday, June 13, 2013

Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey

Thomas and Mack invites you to a world of wonder as Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey present Built To Amaze!, a spectacular circus extravaganza. The performers welcome you to interact with them before the show with the All-Access Pre-show. Through June 16. Thomas & Mack Center, 4505 S. Maryland Pkwy., 702-739-3267; unlvtickets.com 

Friday, June 14, 2013

Laugh With Jeff Dunham at The Colosseum

Well-known comedian Jeff Dunham will be making the crowds of The Colosseum laugh out loud with his “Disorderly Conduct” tour and the colorful characters that go along with it. Caesars Palace, 3570 S. Las Vegas Blvd., 888-929-7849; thecolosseum.com 

Saturday, June 15, 2013

Cheap Trick, Pat Benatar and Neil Giraldo

This rock trio co-headline and perform their classic jams at The Pearl at the Palms Casino Resort at 8 p.m. 4321 W Flamingo Rd., 702-944-3200; palmspearl.com  

Seth Myers

Seth Myers is bringing his signature stand-up to the Mirage’s Terry Fator Theatre. Don’t miss the Saturday Night Live writer’s dry humor and political jokes. 3400 Las Vegas Blvd., 702-792-7777; mirage.com

Sunday, June 16, 2013

Cody Simpson

“Pretty Brown Eyes” singer Cody Simpson is set to perform at The Joint in Hard Rock Hotel and Casino with special guests Ryan Beatty and Before You Exit. 4455 Paradise Rd., 800-745-3000; hardrockhotel.com

Tuesday, June 18, 2013

'Priscilla Queen of the Desert'

Don’t miss the kick-off of the national Broadway tour of Priscilla Queen of the Desert at the Venetian at 8 p.m. The hit musical visits Las Vegas for an 11-week engagement. 3355 S. Las Vegas Blvd, 702-414-9000; venetian.com 

'Catch Me If You Can'

Get your musical on at The Smith Center for the first national touring production of Catch Me If You Can, a dazzling adventure that tells the true story of a world-renowned con man. Through June 23. 361 Symphony Park Ave., 702-749-2000; thesmithcenter.com

Friday, June 21, 2013

Electric Daisy Carnival

After hosting more than 300,000 amazing fans during EDC Las Vegas 2012, the world’s top musical and artistic talents will return to Las Vegas for the 17th annual Electric Daisy. Las Vegas Motor Speedway, 7000 N. Las Vegas Blvd., 1-800-644-4444;

electricdaisycarnival.com/lasvegas

Sunday, June 23, 2013

“Rock of Vegas” Concert

Alternative bands Everclear, Live, Filter, and Sponge hit the stage on Fremont Street Experience as part of its “Rock of Vegas” concert series. The best part? It’s free for all ages. 425 Fremont St., 702-678-5777; vegasexperience.com

Monday, June 24, 2013

2013 Las Vegas International Film Festival

The festival will offer a variety of film screenings from Oscar-winning films to world premieres, exclusive celebrity tributes and interviews, as well as red carpet parties and panel discussions.  Las Vegas Hotel and Casino, 3000 Paradise Rd., 702- 732-5755; 

eventbrite.com

Thursday, June 27, 2013

Carnevale Hits the Venetian and Palazzo

Carnevale, which is a celebration of the Festivals of Italy, hits Venetian and Palazzo for three months for food special, romance and entertainment events. Visit the festivities this summer and don’t miss out on games, fashion, wine and music. Through September 8. 3355 S. Las Vegas Blvd., 702-414-1000; venetian.com/carnevale

Sunday, June 30, 2013

“Ribbon For Life”

Want a great show that benefits a worthy cause? Get your tickets for HIV/AIDS non-profit Golden Rainbow’s 27th Annual “Ribbon For Life” show, a collection of performances by various local entertainers, this time with a “tributes” theme. The Smith Center, 361 Symphony Park Ave., 702-749-2000; thesmithcenter.com

   

Friday, July 12, 2013

'American Idol Live!'

Recent American Idol favorites are set to serenade Vegas on July 12 as part of its 40-city tour.  Expect to see season 12 finalists Amber Holcomb, Angie Miller, Burnell Taylor, Candice Glover, Curtis Finch Jr, Devin Velez, Janelle Arthur, Kree Harrison, Lazaro Arbos, Paul Jolley and Aubrey Cleland. One dollar from every ticket sold will be donated to the Melanoma Research Alliance. Mandalay Bay, 3950 Las Vegas Blvd., 800-745-3000; mandalaybay.com