See songstress Carly Rae Jepsen Oct. 15 at The Theater at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas.

10/1: The Event Hosted by The Shaquille O’Neal Foundation

Starting off October on the right foot, The Shaquille O’Neal Foundation will host The Event, an annual fundraiser benefiting underprivileged youth programs. As the slam dunk of the season, this “Shaq-tie affair” includes dinner and a show, featuring performances by Maroon 5, Maren Morris and John Mulaney, to name a few. 8PM, MGM Grand Garden Arena, shaqfoundation.org

10/3-9: 2022 Shriners Children’s Open

Presenting a hole-in-one event with a philanthropic and fun mission, the 2022 Shriners Children’s Open returns to TPC Summerlin for Las Vegas’ only PGA Tour event of the season. Putt with a purpose at this inaugural tournament, where proceeds benefit the organization’s pediatric healthcare network. TPC Summerlin, shrinerschildrensopen.com

10/5-6: Los Angeles Lakers

Making Las Vegas their home court for two days, the Lakers will go head-to-head with the Phoenix Suns and Minnesota Timberwolves during this return to Sin City. LeBron James, Russell Westbrook, Anthony Davis and other stars will swoosh and score at T-Mobile Arena, adding some extra purple and yellow to the Neon Capital of the World. 7PM, T-Mobile Arena, t-mobilearena.com

10/5-9: Las Vegas Food & Wine Festival

Feast your eyes on the Las Vegas Food & Wine Festival, where Nevadans can dine and drink lavishly for five straight days. Guests will leave with full hearts and stomachs at Tivoli Village, after indulging in fare by award-winning chefs like Katsuya Uechi, Todd English and Kris Yenbamroong. Tivoli Village, vegasfoodandwine.com

10/7: Tom Jones: Surrounded by Time

With more than 60 years of musical experience under his belt, Welsh singer Tom Jones brings his iconic voice to Wynn Las Vegas. Performing chart-topping hits, including “It’s Not Unusual,” “Kiss” and “I’ll Never Fall in Love Again,” Jones will dazzle audiences for one night only, ensuring an October evening to remember. 8PM, Encore Theater, wynnlasvegas.com

10/7-8: Rise Festival

Light up the night at the eighth annual Rise Lantern Festival—a weekend filled with radiant energy and thousands of lights, set within the majestic Mojave Desert. By night, guests will release 100% biodegradable lanterns into the starry sky. Partnerships with Resorts World Las Vegas and MGM Resort properties provide festivalgoers with special rates for overnight bookings. Mojave Desert, risefestival.com

10/7-9: Van Morrison

“Brown Eyed Girl” will be on repeat after a night with Van Morrison at Caesars Palace. The Northern Irish singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist has maintained a stellar standing in the music industry for over 50 years. With timeless hits, like “Domino” and “Wild Night,” his three Sin City shows are a must this fall. 8PM, The Colosseum at Caesars Palace, caesars.com

10/8: Alice Cooper

Henderson’s hottest concert venue—The Dollar Loan Center—will host musician Alice Cooper and special guest Ace Frehley for one night of rock hits. As a pivotal stop on his Detroit Muscle Tour, the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee will share memorable melodies, including “School’s Out” and “Poison.” 8PM, The Dollar Loan Center, thedollarloancenter.com

10/8: Mary J. Blige

An anticipated stop on her Good Morning Gorgeous Tour, Mary J. Blige claims her throne as the Queen of Hip-Hop Soul for this performance at Mandalay Bay. Joining the icon are Ella Mai and Queen Naija, proving that good things come in threes. “Real Love” and “Family Affair” are live hits that you won’t want to miss. 8PM, Michelob Ultra Arena at Mandalay Bay, mandalaybay.mgmresorts.com

10/8: The Magic of Discovery: Party Through the Decades

Relive the fun of yesteryear at Discovery Children’s Museum’s inaugural fundraising event, The Magic of Discovery, where board member Joyce Schneider will receive the Great Friend to Kids Award. This year’s theme will transport guests from the 1950s to the 1980s while supporting the museum’s programming and exhibitions. 6PM, Discovery Children’s Museum, discoverykidslv.org

10/8-15: Jimmy Buffett & The Coral Reefer Band

Two opportunities to see Jimmy Buffett & The Coral Reefer Band rock Sin City with island-inspired tunes. Promising to provide the ultimate Margaritaville experience, the lyrical legend and his electric band will perform Buffett favorites, including “It’s Five O’Clock Somewhere” and “Come Monday.” 8PM, MGM Grand Garden Arena, mgmgrand.mgmresorts.com

10/13: Vegas Golden Knights Home Opener

Gather around the rink and sport some extra gold and black for the Vegas Golden Knights home opener. This talented team is bringing its A-game for a night on the ice against the Chicago Blackhawks, starting the season on the right skate at T-Mobile Arena. 7PM, T-Mobile Arena, nhl.com; t-mobilearena.com

10/14: The Center’s Honorarium 2022

Show your pride at Honorarium 2022, The Center’s annual gala to support programming for the LGBTQ+ community in Nevada. Enjoy a Strip-side outdoor dinner and live auction on the Rose Rooftop, before heading to AYU Dayclub for a poolside dessert reception. The event will honor Laura Susan (Person of the Year), Raul Daniels (Center Legacy Award), Carl Nassib (Lanny D. Love Hero Award) and Russell Davis (Volunteer of the Year). 5:30PM, Resorts World Las Vegas, thecenterlv.org; rwlasvegas.com

10/14-15: Iliza Shlesinger

Cue the laughter—comedian Iliza Shlesinger is coming to town for two hysterical performances on her Back in Action Tour. The five-time Netflix special star will light up The Mirage Theater as part of its Aces of Comedy series. 10PM, The Mirage Theater at The Mirage, mirage.mgmresorts.com

Feel the need for speed as the South Point 400 NASCAR Cup Series takes over Las Vegas Motor Speedway Oct. 14 to 16.

10/14-15: The Great Gatsby Party

A little party never killed nobody! Grab your best flapper dresses and zoot suits for The Great Gatsby Party at Wynn Las Vegas, an inaugural two-night event that promises dancing, specialty cocktails and plenty of Instagram-worthy decor. 10PM, Wynn Las Vegas, greatgatsbyparty.com

10/14-16: Big Boys Toys

Celebrating innovation and opulence, Big Boys Toys returns for its third Las Vegas show. Guests can admire the progress of mankind through a vast display of products and services from the world’s greatest manufacturers. Past exhibitors have included booths ranging from bespoke tailoring and revved-up rides to aviation and boating. Las Vegas Convention Center, bbtvegas.com

10/14-16: South Point 400 NASCAR Cup Series

Racers, buckle up and start your engines—the 2022 South Point 400 NASCAR Cup Series returns to Sin City for a jam-packed weekend. Drivers put the pedal to the metal, showing off sweet rides and tricks, as spectators camp out, party and enjoy high-octane racing throughout the weekend. Las Vegas Motor Speedway, lvms.com; southpointcasino.com

10/15: Today for Tomorrow Gala

Communities In Schools Nevada, in partnership with The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas, will host the annual Today for Tomorrow Gala, honoring Shannon and Bill McBeath for their contributions and support of the organization. Enjoy an evening celebrating the organization’s impact on improving graduation rates and building relationships with students. 7PM, The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas, cisnevada.org

10/15: Carly Rae Jepsen

What better way to spend a Saturday night in Sin City than belting the bestselling song “Call Me Maybe” with singer-songwriter Carly Rae Jepsen? A stop on her So Nice Tour, Jepsen takes The Theater stage at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas for a one-night performance to show off all she’s accomplished since her 2012 hit. 8PM, The Theater at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas, virginhotelslv.com

10/15: Champions Run for Life & Ribbon Run

Kick cancer to the curb and flaunt your ribbons at the 2022 Champions Run for Life & Ribbon Run, honoring the exceptional work of the Nevada Childhood Cancer Foundation. Hosted by Donny Osmond, strides of all paces are welcome to honor the memory of Las Vegas entertainer Danny Gans by walking or running distances from 1 mile to a 5K. 6:30AM, Town Square Las Vegas, nvccf.org

10/15: Walk to End Alzheimer’s

Support those affected by Alzheimer’s disease during the annual Walk to End Alzheimer’s, where participants of all ages are welcome. 9AM, Las Vegas Ballpark, act.alz.org

10/18-11/6: Hamilton

See Lin-Manuel Miranda’s Tony-, Grammy- and Pulitzer Prizewinning production about the storied life of Alexander Hamilton during this stop at The Smith Center on the Broadway show’s nationwide tour. The history of our nation’s Founding Fathers and the critical structure they laid for America is conveyed through historically fueled songs that blend hip-hop, jazz and R&B. Reynolds Hall at The Smith Center, thesmithcenter.com

10/19-22: The B-52s

The B-52s will turn the The Venetian Theatre into their very own “Love Shack” for three nights. After selling more than 20 million albums, the band’s final shows will feature their greatest hits from the last four decades, including “Private Idaho” and “Rock Lobster.” 8PM, The Venetian Theatre at The Venetian Resort Las Vegas, venetianlasvegas.com

10/20: Grant a Gift Gala

Spend a night on the Allegiant Stadium field while sporting your favorite shade of blue at the 12th annual Grant a Gift Gala. The evening will feature silent and live auctions, a decadent dinner and cocktails aplenty, while honoring Ivan Sher and the Findlay family. The Femmes of Rock will provide entertainment as funds are raised for the Grant A Gift Autism Foundation-Ackerman Center. 5:30PM, Allegiant Stadium, give.grantagift.com

10/20: Evening of Hope Gala

Join the UMC Foundation—which strives to enhance the healing environment for critically ill and injured patients—for its inaugural Evening of Hope Gala. Guests can strike a pose on the blue carpet before indulging in cuisine by celebrity chefs and enjoying one-of-a-kind performances from Broadway stars. 7PM, Lafite Ballroom at Wynn Las Vegas, umcsn.com/gala

10/21: Panic! at the Disco

We have “High Hopes” for Panic! at the Disco’s singular Sin City performance at T-Mobile Arena. Ditch the clubs for a ticket to the ultimate Friday night out in Vegas, where fans can belt the band’s catchy tunes, like “I Write Sins Not Tragedies” and “Hey Look Ma, I Made It.” 7PM, T-Mobile Arena, t-mobilearena.com

10/22: Aid for AIDS of Nevada’s 36th Annual Black & White Party

Join Aid for AIDS of Nevada for its 36th annual Black & White Party, where funds raised help find a cure for the life-altering disease. Guests can purchase tickets or tables to show their support toward the organization, while they enjoy libations from master mixologists and performances from professional dancers, ensuring a stellar Saturday night in Sin City. 9PM, Event Lawn at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas, afanlv.org; virginhotelslv.com

10/22: Chelsea Handler

Comic legend Chelsea Handler will share her hilarious jokes and banter for one night during the Aces of Comedy series. On her Vaccinated and Horny Tour, the star of the Netflix special Hello Privilege, It’s Me, Chelsea shares witty yet relatable anecdotes about post-pandemic life. 10PM, The Mirage Theater at The Mirage, mirage.mgmresorts.com

10/22: Jazz, Baby! Gala

Joining gala season is Jazz, Baby!, a fete benefiting Baby’s Bounty, which aims to provide infants with a strong foundation. Get into the groove with live entertainment, a silent auction, cocktails and a sit-down dinner. Fox5 Vegas reporter Mike Davis will serve as the evening’s master of ceremonies. 6PM, Moon Nightclub at Palms Casino Resort, babysbounty.org

10/27: Marc Anthony

Three-time Grammy Award and six-time Latin Grammy Award winner Marc Anthony will add some spice to the Michelob Ultra Arena for a night to remember in Las Vegas. Anthony invites his guests to groove and shake to top-chart tunes like “Vivir Mi Vida” during this one-night extravaganza. 8PM, Michelob Ultra Arena at Mandalay Bay, mandalaybay.mgmresorts.com

10/28-30: Las Vegas Concours d’Elegance

During the third event of its kind, exhibitors, judges and sponsors will gather to admire an eclectic group of collector cars from the past, present and future at the Las Vegas Concours d’Elegance. This year’s event will celebrate the Vector Reunion and the 35th anniversary of the Ferrari F40. Attracting car enthusiasts from all over the country—including Tour d’Elegance grand marshal Jay Leno—this event is worth speeding to. Wynn Las Vegas, lasvegasconcours.com

See nine-time Grammy Award winner Mary J. Blige Oct. 8 at Mandalay Bay’s Michelob Ultra Arena.

10/29: 2022 U.S. Hockey Hall of Fame Game

Get puck-wild with fellow ice hockey fans at the 2022 U.S. Hockey Hall of Fame Game as the University of North Dakota Fighting Hawks take on the Arizona State University Sun Devils. 7PM, T-Mobile Arena, t-mobilearena.com

10/29: The WhiskyX

Since there’s always something to celebrate in Las Vegas, grab tickets to The WhiskyX to indulge in tastings of the event’s namesake spirit. More than 60 whiskeys—from brands like Writers Tears, Four Roses Bourbon and WhistlePig—will be served as guests gather around The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas’ Boulevard Pool to enjoy live music, food and scenic Strip views. 7PM, Boulevard Pool at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas, thewhiskyx.com

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