By Rachel Feinblatt By Rachel Feinblatt | August 24, 2022 | Lifestyle, Lifestyle Feature,
Master illusionist David Blaine begins his inaugural Sin City residency Sept. 30 at Resorts World Las Vegas, with dates on deck through December.
From concerts to charity events, here's what's happening in Las Vegas this September.
9/2
One Night With Nikki Glaser!
Multitalented comedian Nikki Glaser brings her humor and wit to The Theater at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas. Laughs are encouraged from the former Comedy Central star as she shares her jokes for one night only. 8PM, The Theater at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas, virginhotelslv.com
9/3
Pat Benatar and Neil Giraldo
An anticipated stop on their De Novo 2022 Tour, Rock & Roll Hall of Fame honorees Pat Benatar and her rocker husband Neil Giraldo will take the Pearl Concert Theater stage for a night of strumming and singing. Expect to hear fan-favorite tunes, including “We Belong,” “Invincible” and “Love Is a Battlefield.” 8PM, Pearl Concert Theater at Palms Casino Resort, palms.com
9/6-11
Jagged Little Pill
Racking up multiple Tony and Grammy Awards for its captivating storyline and score, Jagged Little Pill hits the Entertainment Capital of the World with eight viewing opportunities of the Broadway musical. Telling the tale of a not-so-perfect American family, audience members can expect emotional scenes and a stellar soundtrack based on Alanis Morissette’s influential music. Reynolds Hall at The Smith Center, thesmithcenter.com
9/8
Ben Platt
After starring as the title character in the hit Broadway show Dear Evan Hansen, Ben Platt makes his mark in Vegas for a singular show on his Reverie Tour. Sister duo Aly & AJ will take the stage before the Grammy, Tony and Emmy Award-winning recording artist and songwriter belts songs like “Grow as We Go.” 8PM, The Theater at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas, virginhotelslv.com
9/9
Mötley Crue and Def Leppard
Legendary rock bands Mötley Crue and Def Leppard will share signature songs in the home of the Las Vegas Raiders—including “Kickstart My Heart” and “Pour Some Sugar on Me”—during this stop on their stadium tour. Poison and Joan Jett & the Blackhearts will also join the icons, ensuring this night is one that rocks. 4PM, Allegiant Stadium, allegiantstadium.com
9/9
Kendrick Lamar
Grammy- and Pulitzer Prize-winning rap artist Kendrick Lamar will share songs from his latest album, Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers, as he’s joined by fellow artists Baby Keem and Tanna Leone during this stop on The Big Steppers Tour. 7:30PM, T-Mobile Arena, t-mobilearena.com
9/10
5th Annual St. Jude Heart of Fashion
Join St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital-Nevada for its annual fundraiser, filled with food, fashion and philanthropy. Guests can anticipate silent and live auctions, dinner and a fashion show featuring French designer Anne Fontaine, all to benefit the lifesaving care St. Jude provides. 5:30PM, Las Vegas Ballpark, stjude.org/lvfashion
9/10
Imagine Dragons
Homegrown band Imagine Dragons will bring its Mercury World Tour to Allegiant Stadium in celebration of its two-part album release, Mercury-Acts 1 & 2. Don’t miss this outdoor performance featuring chart-topping hits “Radioactive” and “Thunder,” where the band will be joined by Macklemore and Kings Elliot. 6:30PM, Allegiant Stadium, allegiantstadium.com
9/10-11
Rumbazo Latin Music Festival
Bringing the heat to Sin City is the inaugural Rumbazo Latin Music Festival, a two-day fiesta featuring a stellar lineup of performances in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month. Festivalgoers can expect fuego food options, special performances by Maluma, Becky G and Ivy Queen, among others, and a spicy afterparty. Downtown Las Vegas Events Center, rumbazofest.com
9/11
Il Divo
Multinational vocal group Il Divo will share one night of beautiful harmonies in memory of bandmate Carlos Martin. Featuring tenors Urs Bühler, Sebastien Izambard and David Miller—who have collaborated with artists ranging from Céline Dion to Kristin Chenoweth—the show is sure to soar with exquisite harmonies and heartfelt moments. 8PM, Encore Theater, wynnlasvegas.com
9/14-25
An Intimate Evening With Santana: Greatest Hits Live
Celebrating a decade of performances at House of Blues at Mandalay Bay, icon Carlos Santana hosts a series of soul-packed shows. With a catalog that spans 40 years, Santana will perform songs from his Grammy Award-winning albums, including “Soul Sacrifice” and “Smooth.” For fans who can’t make his September dates, Santana will return to Sin City in November. 8PM, House of Blues at Mandalay Bay, mandalaybay.mgmresorts.com
9/14-29
Aerosmith
Join Steven Tyler, Joe Perry and the rest of Aerosmith for their Las Vegas residency, Aerosmith: Deuces Are Wild. Enjoy 50 years of rock hits during the first live concert experience presented in Dolby Atmos at Dolby Live. 8PM, Dolby Live at Park MGM, parkmgm.mgmresorts.com
9/15
Make-A-Wish Southern Nevada’s Evening of Gratitude
Support the Southern Nevada chapter of Make-A-Wish during this night of cocktails, cuisine and entertainment by DJ Flight, all to toast Make-A-Wish’s community partners, donors, volunteers and Wish families. 5:30PM, The Wishing Place on Allegiant Airlines Campus, wish.org/snv
9/16-17
Enrique Iglesias
Celebrate Mexican Independence Day Weekend with bestselling Latin superstar Enrique Iglesias. Joined by Los Tres Tristes Tigres, Iglesias will put on two nights of shows highlighting hits from his 11 studio albums. 9PM, Resorts World Theatre at Resorts World Las Vegas, rwlasvegas.com
9/16-17
Pitbull
Cuban American artist Pitbull is bringing his signature club-stompers to Vegas during two shows on his Can’t Stop Us Now Tour. With the help of superstar Sean Paul, expect to dance the night away to the sounds of this energetic pair. 8PM, Zappos Theater at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino, caesars.com
9/16-18
Life Is Beautiful
This electric festival brings together big names in music, comedy and cuisine for three days of world-class entertainment. This year’s headliners include Arctic Monkeys, Calvin Harris, Lorde, Jack Harlow, Migos, Kygo and many more. Downtown Las Vegas, lifeisbeautiful.com
9/17
Cabrera Conducts American Classics
Enjoy an elegant evening of orchestral works by four American composers—William Grant Still, Wynton Marsalis, George Antheil and Ferde Grofé—conducted by Las Vegas Philharmonic Music Director Donato Cabrera. 7:30PM, Reynolds Hall at The Smith Center, lvphil.org; thesmithcenter.com
9/17
Calvin Harris
For the first time in more than 10 years, Grammy Award-winning producer Calvin Harris will head to XS Nightclub at Wynn for a one-night-only performance. Fresh off the release of his new album, Funk Wav Bounces Vol. 2, Harris will be joined by special guest Tyson O’Brien. 10:30PM, XS Nightclub at Wynn Las Vegas, wynnnightlife.com
Grammy winner Miranda Lambert will kick off her Velvet Rodeo residency at Zappos Theater at Planet Hollywood Sept. 23
9/18
Las Vegas Raiders vs. Arizona Cardinals
Kicking off the season on the right foot, the Las Vegas Raiders will go head-to-head with the Arizona Cardinals for their first home game during this afternoon matchup. Let the tailgates begin! 1:25PM, Allegiant Stadium, allegiantstadium.com
9/20-10/2
Six the Musical
Explore the relationships of Henry VIII and his six wives as this Tony Award-winning musical takes the stage at The Smith Center. Featuring an all-female cast and band, the comedy presents the king’s love life as a pop concert, with book, music and lyrics by Toby Marlow and Lucy Moss. Reynolds Hall at The Smith Center, thesmithcenter.com
9/21-10/1
Diana Ross
Motown legend Diana Ross will take fans through her more than 50-year career during six shows at Encore Theater. From her days as the lead singer of The Supremes to venturing out on her own, Ross will rouse audiences as she brings her 14 top-10 albums and 18 No. 1 songs to life. 8PM, Encore Theater at Wynn Las Vegas, wynnlasvegas.com
9/23
8th Annual Rise Up Gala
In an ongoing effort to strengthen pediatric cancer patients and their families, the Tyler Robinson Foundation returns with its eighth annual Rise Up Gala. TRF founders—Grammy-winning rock band Imagine Dragons— will perform a special set while comedian Joel McHale will join in on the fun as the master of ceremonies. 7PM, Rose Rooftop at Resorts World Las Vegas, trf.org
9/23-24
Bad Bunny
Join Puerto Rican rapper and singer Bad Bunny for his first-ever stadium tour—aptly titled the World’s Hottest Tour—with special guest Alesso as they fill Allegiant Stadium with dance-inducing beats. 7PM, Allegiant Stadium, allegiantstadium.com
9/23-24
iHeartRadio Music Festival
T-Mobile Arena will host the 12th annual iHeartRadio Music Festival with a star-studded lineup that is sure to get Las Vegas festivalgoers on their feet. Catch morning and afternoon performances from Diplo, Halsey, Maren Morris, Megan Thee Stallion, Sam Smith, The Black Keys and more. T-Mobile Arena, iheart.com/music-festival
9/23-24
Sam Hunt
Throw on your cowboy boots and head to The Chelsea for an epic performance by country superstar Sam Hunt. Ryan Hurd and Lily Rose will join the award-winning artist onstage as he shares hits like “House Party” and “Body Like a Back Road.” 8PM, The Chelsea at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas, cosmopolitanlasvegas.com
9/23-10/1
Rod Stewart
“Forever Young” crooner Rod Stewart returns to The Colosseum for Rod Stewart: The Hits, his ongoing residency that serves up five decades of memorable music to fans both young and old. 7:30PM, The Colosseum at Caesars Palace, caesars.com
9/23-10/8
Miranda Lambert
ACM Entertainer of the Year Miranda Lambert will kick off her inaugural Las Vegas residency, Velvet Rodeo, this September at Zappos Theater. Throw on a cowgirl hat for a night of boot-stomping fun as Lambert revs up the audience with hits ranging from 2005’s Kerosene to 2022’s Palomino. Zappos Theater at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino, caesars.com; mirandalambert.com
9/24
Lauren Daigle
Two-time Grammy Award winner and multiplatinum-selling artist Lauren Daigle will make a pit stop in Las Vegas for a stellar night on the Strip. Fans will be delighted with special guest Blessing Offor and a set list featuring contemporary favorites like “You Say,” “Hold On to Me” and “How Can It Be.” 7:30PM, Resorts World Theatre at Resorts World Las Vegas, rwlasvegas.com
See Alanis Morissette’s Jagged Little Pill at The Smith Center Sept. 6 to 11.
9/24
Tracy Morgan
Prepare to laugh as Saturday Night Live and 30 Rock alum Tracy Morgan brings his infectious comedy to The Venetian Theatre for one night only. 8PM, The Venetian Theatre at The Venetian Resort Las Vegas, venetianlasvegas.com
9/28
The Collaboration Center Foundation’s Night en Blanc
The second annual Night en Blanc fundraiser will honor several individuals for their ongoing philanthropic efforts—Dana Blackhurst and Jan Jones Blackhurst will receive the Community Advocate Award while the Self-Advocate Ambassador Award will be given to Michelle Desrochers. Funds from the evening will benefit individuals of all ages with special abilities. 6PM, Magnificent Las Vegas Ranch, collablv.org
9/29-10/1
Red by John Logan
Travel back in time and immerse yourself in the peak of Mark Rothko’s impactful artistic career. Upholding the rich legacy of the abstract expressionist painter, John Logan explores the life of Rothko as he rises to fame while struggling with creativity in this play that’s based on real-life events. Troesh Studio Theater at The Smith Center, thesmithcenter.com
9/30
Christopher Cross
Celebrate the 40th anniversary of Christopher Cross’ debut album with the artist himself, who’s earned an astounding five Grammys, an Oscar and a Golden Globe. Experience the thrill of hearing hit songs like “Sailing,” “Ride Like the Wind” and “Say You’ll Be Mine” live during this compelling show. 8PM, Pearl Concert Theater at Palms Casino Resort, palms.com
9/30
Demi Lovato
Grammy-nominated songstress Demi Lovato is back with new music and a new show. Join her in belting out favorites like “Confident,” “Sorry Not Sorry” and her latest single, “Substance.” 8PM, The Venetian Theatre at The Venetian Resort Las Vegas, venetianlasvegas.com
9/30
Tea, Trends & Tranquility
Attend Help of Southern Nevada’s annual Tea, Trends & Tranquility fundraising event, where three guests will be honored for their significant contributions to the organization. Hosted by radio personality Chet Buchanan, the afternoon affair will feature psychic readings by Mystic Mona, a silent auction and a fashion show. 2:30PM, Waldorf Astoria Las Vegas, helpsonv.org
9/30-12/17
David Blaine
Magician, extreme illusionist and stunt artist David Blaine will debut his first-ever Vegas residency this September. With Blaine’s magic in the air, expect tricks and jaw-dropping stunts from the master who holds numerous world records for his feats of endurance and strength. Resorts World Theatre at Resorts World Las Vegas, rwlasvegas.com
Photography by: DAVID BLANE PHOTO BY ART STREIBER; MIRANDA LAMBERT PHOTO BY ROBERT ASCFROFT FOR FOURELEVEN.AGENCY; ALANIS PHOTO BY MATTHEW MURPHY