Community Posts, Page 9

It's the most recognizable piece of signage that Las Vegas has going for it, but what do you really know about this legendary "Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas" sign that's situated right at the beginning of The Strip? Well, for starters, this sign does not mark the actual city limits of Las Vegas. It's about 4 miles south, technically, but both locals and tourists disregard the city limits and call the whole metro area "Las Vegas." Because we can do what we want. This is America, and Las Vegas is the epitome of the Wild West.

The very definition of a gastropub is essentially a pub that serves high-quality food. The concept has been around for years, but as of late, the gastropub scene has been growing and we couldn’t be more excited. What’s better than a full menu of world-class beer options coupled with one-of-a-kind culinary pairings that are out of this world? Yeah, we thought you’d like it too.

Dios mío, is it September already? One might be saddened that the summer is coming to a close, but for those of us here in Vegas - we know it's time for El Grito! Mexican Independence takes a spicy twist on some truly entertaining options for those of you visiting during the month of Septiembre. Here's a look at some of the events going on for Mexican Independence Day celebrations:

After several weeks of preview shows, Sydney After Dark has officially canceled all upcoming shows including its grand opening, which was scheduled for Friday, August 15. The show featured a bounty of beautiful and tall Australian dancers that gallivanted about onstage singing, dancing and strutting their stuff in this all-female revue.

It’s another beer extravaganza weekend in Vegas and this time Mandalay Bay Hotel & Casino is hosting this BEER Weekend, which will be held September 12-14. This new BEER fest will have a full smattering of activities including a panel discussion on the craft beer revolution, a five-course meal paired with specific brews, a beer brunch and more.

It’s back from the dead figuratively... and literally...? Either way, it's back! That’s right, the infamous Bunkhouse Saloon in Downtown Las Vegas is reopening on August 25 with a performance by Built To Spill. The venue, which initially opened in 1953, has a lengthy history as an epic live music venue with an awesome dive-bar ambiance.

It’s all part of the Las Vegas Downtown Project, which is a movement to revitalize the downtown area including establishing businesses beyond the currently defined Fremont East area.

It’s time to bring out your inner nerd with the Classic Gaming Expo headed to town on September 12-14 at the Riviera Hotel & Casino. Don’t be fooled by the name ‘gaming’ as this has nothing to do with Vegas gaming (ie. slot machines, video poker, etc.), but rather it brings to town the best of video games from the 1960’s to present.

For the second year in a row, Vegas will play host to the official King of Pop Birthday Party, which celebrates the life and legacy of Michael Jackson. The day-long event adds two extra performances of Cirque du Soleil’s Michael Jackson ONE show at Mandalay Bay on August 29 at both 7 p.m. and 9:30 p.m..

It's the final blowout, end-of-summer party weekend and what could be better than spending it in Las Vegas? We've got all you need to know for the 2014 Labor Day Weekend in Sin City.

**THIS SHOW HAS BEEN CANCELED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE**

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Everybody who is anybody in the car world knows that the annual SEMA Show in Las Vegas is one of the automotive industry’s premier and biggest events. While SEMA is amazing and all, it’s considered a ‘trade-only’ show and not open to the general public. Trying to remedy that (not necessarily compete) is a new American car show headed to town and it’s hoping to be the biggest ‘gathering of muscle cars’ in Las Vegas.