MGM Resorts International celebrates Chinese New Year 2012, the Year of the Dragon, with exhilarating lion dances, spectacular displays at Crystals at CityCenter and Bellagio’s Conservatory & Botanical Gardens, as well as authentic cuisine at a variety of resort restaurants.

The Dragon is unique to the Asian Zodiac as it is not recognized as a real animal.  It does, however, represent a symbol of power and remains prominent in Chinese astrology.  The Dragon is viewed as a powerful almighty king made up of multiple parts of animals such as the tiger, fish, snake and eagle.  Individuals born in the Year of the Dragon tend to be powerful and often own a sharp tongue.

Lion Dances

The following schedule outlines each lion dance to be held in the respective resort’s main valet and porte cochere:

ARIA – Tuesday, Jan. 24 at 1 p.m.
Crystals – Tuesday, Jan. 24 at 1:30 p.m.
The Mirage – Tuesday, Jan. 24 at 4 p.m.
MGM Grand – Wednesday, Jan. 25 at 1 p.m.
Bellagio – Wednesday, Jan. 25 at 6:30 p.m.

Yau Kung Moon will perform traditional Chinese lion dances at ARIA, Bellagio, MGM Grand and The Mirage.  Yau Kung Moon, which translates to “Style of Flexible Power,” is considered one of the most-respected martial arts, dragon and lion dance organizations in the world.  It is a traditional Southern Shaolin Kung Fu system with more than 1,000 years of history.

In the 1960s, Yau Kung Moon was introduced to the United States by Grandmaster Ha Kwok Cheung’s disciples, Grandmaster Chan Jun Chuen, Grandmaster Wong Cheung and Grandmaster Wan Tak Kee.  They later passed the system onto their disciples, Master Bill Lee, Master Lok Sang Lee, Master Michael Lau and Master David Louie.

Within the lion dancing culture, Yau Kung Moon is considered one of the pioneers of Northern and Southern lion dancing (Nam Si Buk Mo) and has set an exceptionally high standard evidenced by its numerous competitions and performances.  Yau Kung Moon is known for its trademark gold uniforms and innovative routines and has been recognized internationally for being the first U.S. team to compete in the 1990 Invitational World Lion Dance Festival in Malaysia.  The group also has finished as the nine-time undefeated Chinese National Lion Dance Champions.

Crystals at CityCenter

Beginning Saturday, Jan. 7, the Flower Carpet on the first floor of Crystals at CityCenter will be decorated with a 43-foot long and 12-foot high authentic ceremonial dragon chasing a pearl symbolizing the constant pursuit of wisdom.  The dragon will be surrounded by more than 4,000 flowers and plants including China mums, guzmania finest red, vriesea splendens, oncidium orchids, citrus trees and bamboo.

On Tuesday, Jan. 24, Crystals will join ARIA in its celebration with a traditional dragon dance with Kung Fu artists and Chinese performers.  Select Crystals retailers will take part in the traditions involved in the ceremonial dance by feeding the dragon cabbage as a sign of satisfying its needs along with giving the dragon a red envelope with money.  Both customs represent good luck and prosperity in the upcoming year.  The dance is scheduled to begin at approximately

1:30 p.m.

Bellagio Conservatory & Botanical Gardens

Bellagio’s Conservatory & Botanical Gardens usher in the Year of the Dragon with a spectacular, complimentary display January 9 – March 4.  This year’s serene sanctuary is guided by the ancient practice of Feng Shui – the art of using surroundings to attract harmony, balance and positive life energy – and its teachings are used to position the flow of water into Bellagio’s Conservatory.

The majestic centerpiece of this year’s exhibit consists of two animated 25-foot Chinese Dragons wrapped around a cylinder of water.  A spectacular photo opportunity presents itself as the Dragons blow steam from their nostrils in an attempt to playfully swat at a legendary, oversized iridescent red pearl hanging directly above.  The pearl, in Chinese lore, represents wealth, good luck and prosperity.

Nearby, two additional animated dragons, green and gold in color, actively lunge in the direction of the centerpiece.  The dragons, 15 feet in length, represent earth and metal and are surrounded by a zig-zag bridge.  The bridge leads to a striking, wing-tipped Ming Dynasty-style gazebo; its design follows the principles of Feng Shui, providing a difficult route for negative energy and bad spirits.

Just steps away in the North Garden, two animated dragons, brown and red, mirror their counterparts.  These dragons represent wood and fire and are joined by silk red Chinese lanterns, a Chinese-style bridge and gold leafed I-Ching coins, a traditional Chinese money symbol.

For the first time during Bellagio’s Chinese New Year display, the Conservatory will host Chinese musicians performing live traditional folk and pop music with authentic Chinese instruments including the erhu, ruan and pipa.  Complimentary performances will take place daily from 5 p.m. – 6 p.m. within the South Garden for the duration of the exhibit.

Culinary Specialties

In celebration of the Year of the Dragon, select MGM Resorts International restaurants will feature specialty menus and authentic cuisine from the Far East.

ARIA – Blossom and Lemongrass will each feature authentic Chinese and Thai cuisine, Friday, Jan. 20 – Wednesday, Feb. 1.  Blossom will be open for a Dim Sum lunch, 11:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.; dinner, 5:30 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.; Lemongrass will be open daily with a full menu from 11 a.m. – 2 a.m.  For dining reservations, contact (702) 590-7111 or reserve online at www.arialasvegas.com.

Bellagio – Jasmine and Noodles will offer guests a Dim Sum lunch buffet at each restaurant from Saturday, Jan. 21 – Sunday, Jan. 29.  Jasmine will serve lunch daily from 11 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. and its regular dinner menu from 5:30 p.m. – 10 p.m.  Noodles will offer its lunch specialties and regular menu items from 11 a.m. – 2 a.m.  The Buffet at Bellagio also will feature gourmet brunch specials Saturday, Jan. 21 – Sunday, Jan. 22 and gourmet dinner specials Friday, Jan. 20 – Sunday, Jan. 22. For dining reservations, contact (702) 693-7223 or reserve online at www.bellagio.com.

MGM Grand – Pearl will offer a traditional Chinese menu in addition to a Dim Sum lunch from Friday, Jan. 20 – Monday, Jan. 30.  Grand Wok will feature a special menu with a variety of select delicacies from Friday, Jan. 20 – Saturday, Feb. 4 while Shibuya also will offer special dishes from Friday, Jan. 20 – Friday, Jan. 27.  For dining reservations and hours of operation, contact (702) 891-1111 or reserve online at www.mgmgrand.com.

Mandalay Bay – Noodle Shop and Buffet will feature authentic Chinese cuisine for lunch and dinner Friday, Jan. 20 – Thursday, Feb. 9 from 11 a.m. – 1 a.m.  For dining reservations, contact (702) 632-7200 or reserve online at www.mandalaybay.com.

The Mirage – Fin will be open for dinner and present special Chinese dishes Thursday, Jan. 19 – Monday, Jan. 30 from 5 p.m. – 11 p.m.  For dining reservations, contact (702) 791-7111 or reserve online at www.themirage.com.

Monte Carlo – On Monday, Jan. 23, Dragon Noodle Co. & Sushi Bar will feature a $29 special pre-fixe menu for lunch and dinner from 11 a.m. – 11 p.m.  For dining reservations, contact (702) 730-7965 or reserve online at www.montecarlo.com.

Luxor – Rice & Co. will offer a $65, three-course pre-fixe dinner menu to celebrate Chinese New Year from Monday, Jan. 23 – Thursday, Feb. 9.  Open nightly from 5 p.m. – 11 p.m., dining reservations can be reserved online at www.luxor.com or by calling (702) 262-4000.

Station Casinos entertains locals with a number of new weekly acts and shows at several of its properties in addition to its trademark bands that the city has grown to love.

Guests can enjoy incredible entertainment across Station Casinos in January. Highlights include: DJ BKNY at Aliante on Thursdays; Dan Jones & The New Adenines at Palace Station on Thursdays; DJ JD Live at Aliante on Fridays; Jason Walker Experience at Palace Station on Fridays; Phoenix at Green Valley Ranch on Friday, Jan. 6; Super Unknown at Green Valley Ranch on Friday, Jan. 13; the soul sounds of Barry Black at Green Valley Ranch on Friday, Jan. 20; The Fab at Green Valley Ranch on Friday, Jan. 27; Betsy Holm at Texas Station on Saturdays; Exotic DJ at Aliante on Saturdays; The Son of A Gun Duo on Saturdays at Fiesta Henderson and UFC 142 viewing parties on Saturday, Jan. 14 at Green Valley Ranch, Palace Station and Sunset Station. Coming this month are:

Green Valley Ranch

Every Tuesday:

o   Quinn’s Irish Pub – Test your knowledge at pub trivia from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m.  Guests must be 21 years or older.

o   Hank’s Fine Steaks & Martinis – Peter Love plays piano from 6:30 p.m. to 11 p.m.

Every Wednesday:

o   Quinn’s Irish Pub – Guests advance to different levels of difficulty as they sing their hearts out at Karate Karaoke from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. Guests must be 21 years or older.

o   Hank’s Fine Steaks & Martinis – Guitarist and singer Dave Ritz performs Top 40 hits from 6:30 p.m. to 11 p.m.

Every Thursday:

o   Ovation – Enjoy live music on a rotating schedule with a variety of genres including the diverse and energetic sounds of Loophole on Jan. 5, jazz-inspired funk with the Lon Bronson All-Star Band on Jan. 12 and 26 and yacht rock with Guilty Pleasures on Jan. 19. Doors open at 8 p.m. for all performances except Guilty Pleasures, which opens at 7p.m. Guests must be 21 years or older.

o   Quinn’s Irish Pub – Darby O’Gill & The Little People take the stage from 9 p.m. to midnight. Guests must be 21 years or older.

o   Hank’s Fine Steaks & Martinis – Peter Love plays piano from 6:30 p.m. to 11 p.m.

o   Lobby Bar – Guests can enjoy DJ Seany Mac as he spins the night away from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Guests must be 21 years or older.

Every Friday:

Ovation – Guests enjoy Nashville Unplugged twice per month (Jan. 13 and 27), featuring hosts and singer/songwriters Brian McComas and Aaron Benward, along with special guests, who will present “The Story Behind the Song.” Doors open at 7:15 p.m. Cover is $5 and guests must be 21 years or older.

o   Quinn’s Irish Pub – Guests can enjoy the rock sounds of Speed from 10 p.m. to 1 a.m. Guests must be 21 years or older.

o   Hank’s Fine Steaks & Martinis – Peter Love plays piano from 6:30 p.m. to midnight.

o   Hank’s Fine Steaks & Martinis – Guests can enjoy a late-night jam during Late Night Sessions. Las Vegas’ best musicians perform from midnight to 3 a.m. Guests must be 21 years or older.

Friday, Jan. 6:

o   Ovation – Guests can enjoy the classic rock sounds of Phoenix. Doors open at 10 p.m. and guests must be 21 years or older.

Friday, Jan. 13

o   Ovation – Guests can enjoy the sounds of Super Unknown. Doors open at 10 p.m. and Pink Pelvis performs from 10:30 p.m. to 11 p.m. Guests must be 21 years or older.

Friday, Jan. 20:

o   Ovation – Guests can enjoy the soul sounds of Barry Black. Doors open at 10 p.m. and guests must be 21 years or older.

Friday, Jan. 27:

o   Ovation – Guests can enjoy The Fab as they perform the classic hits of The Beatles. Doors open at 10 p.m. and guests must be 21 years or older.

Every Saturday:

o   Ovation –Rag Tag Entertainment presents “Leading Ladies.” Doors open at 7 p.m. and tickets are $15. The show is dark on Jan. 24. Guests under 21 must be accompanied by an adult.

o   Ovation – Steel Panther performs with doors at 10 p.m. This ’80s glam metal parody band demonstrates their spirit and love of everything rock ‘n’ roll with their colorful repartee, loud costumes and graphic body language. Guests must be 21 years or older.

o   Quinn’s Irish Pub – Darby O’Gill & The Little People take the stage from 10 p.m. to 1 a.m. Guests must be 21 years or older.

o   Hank’s Fine Steaks & Martinis – Peter Love plays piano from 6:30 p.m. to midnight.

o   Lobby Bar – Guests can enjoy DJ Seany Mac as he spins the night away from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Guests must be 21 years or older.

Saturday, Jan. 14:

o   Ovation – UFC 142 viewing party for the José Aldo and Chad Mendese fight. Doors open at 5 p.m. and guests must be 21 years or older

o   Ovation – Guests can enjoy Las Vegas’ favorite hard rockers, Otherwise. Doors open at 10 p.m. Dubbed the “No. 1 unsigned act in America,” Otherwise has secured their place among Las Vegas’ elite rock outfits. Guests must be 21 years or older.

Saturday, Jan. 21:

Ovation – Guests can enjoy Rock ‘N Roll Wine. Doors open at 6 p.m. and guests must be 21 years or older.

Saturday, Jan. 24:

o   Ovation –Rag Tag Entertainment presents Stephen Sondheim’s “Putting It Together.” Doors open at 7 p.m. and tickets are $15. Guests under 21 must be accompanied by an adult.

Santa Fe Station

Every Monday:

o   4949 Lounge – Guests can test their vocal skills with karaoke from 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. Guests must be 21 years or older.

Every Friday:

o   4949 Lounge – Guests can enjoy DJ CC as she spins the night away from 9 p.m. to 3 a.m. Guests must be 21 years or older.

Every Saturday:

o   4949 Lounge – Guests can dance the night away as DJ Kram spins from 9 p.m. to 3 a.m. Guests must be 21 years or older.

Red Rock Resort

Every Tuesday:

o   Onyx Bar – Guests can enjoy the sounds of guitarist/vocalist Ray Fortune as he performs hits from a variety of genres from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Guests must be 21 years or older.

Every Wednesday

o   Onyx Bar – Guests can enjoy the sounds of guitarist/vocalist Ray Fortune as he performs hits from a variety of genres from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Guests must be 21 years or older.

Every Thursday:

o   Onyx Bar – Toto Zara performs Latin dance and soul music from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Guests must be 21 years or older.

Every Friday:

o   Rocks Lounge – Zowie Bowie, featuring Chris Phillips and Marley Taylor, takes the stage with today’s hottest dance music, Top 40 hits and hip hop. Doors open at 10 p.m. Guests must be 21 years or older.

o   Onyx Bar – Toto Zara performs Latin dance and soul music from 6 p.m. to midnight. Guests must be 21 years or older.

Every Saturday:

o   Rocks Lounge – Guests can enjoy the alternative rock sounds of Franky Perez. Doors open at 10 p.m. Guests must be 21 years or older.

o   Onyx Bar – Toto Zara performs Latin dance and soul music from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Guests must be 21 years or older.

Sunset Station

Every Friday:

o   Club Madrid – Enjoy original tracks and hard rock covers of Sin City Sinners from 10 p.m. to 1 a.m. Guests must be 21 years or older.

o   Gaudi Bar – Busker Kings, an acoustic power duo with a Foo Fighters meets Simon & Garfunkel sound, performs from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Guests must be 21 years or older.

Every Saturday:

o   Club Madrid – Guests can enjoy the acoustic sounds of Strung Out Sessions. Doors open at 10 p.m. The show is dark on Jan. 21. Guests must be 21 years or older.

o   Gaudi Bar – Busker Kings, an acoustic power duo with a Foo Fighters meets Simon & Garfunkel sound, performs from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Guests must be 21 years or older.

Saturday, Jan. 21:

o   Club Madrid – UFC 142 viewing party for the José Aldo and Chad Mendese fight. Doors open at 5 p.m. and guests must be 21 years or older.

Texas Station

Sunday, January 8:

South Padre – Test your knowledge at the pub trivia finals from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Guests must be 21 years or older.

Every Wednesday:

o   Martini Ranch – Sideshow performs classics and the latest hits from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Guests must be 21 years or older.

Every Thursday:

o   South Padre – La Nueva Live Mix featuring La Nueva’s Oscar “El Coyote” Ruiz along with DJ Lee and DJ Paco mixing the top Latin hits from inside the South Padre with doors at 9 p.m. Cover is $5 for ladies after 11 p.m. and $10 for men at the door. Guests must be 21 years or older.

o   Garage Bar – Test your knowledge at pub trivia from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Guests must be 21 years or older.

Every Friday:

o   South Padre – Guests can enjoy Dueling Pianos from 8 p.m. to midnight. Guests must be 21 years or older.

o   A-Bar – Darrin Michaels plays jazz from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. Guests must be 21 years or older.

o   Martini Ranch – Sideshow performs classics and the latest hits from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. Guests must be 21 years or older.

Every Saturday:

o   South Padre – Guests can sing their hearts out during Karaoke with Coco and Kathleen from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Guests must be 21 years or older.

o   A-Bar – Darrin Michaels plays jazz from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. Guests must be 21 years or older.

Martini Bar – Guests can enjoy the diverse sounds of Betsy Holm from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. Guests must be 21 years or older.

Boulder Station

Every Sunday:

o   The Railhead – Latin Night with Noche Nortena featuring El Moreno Carrillo Y Su Banda Tierra Sagrada, delivering the best in regional Mexican music at 9:30 p.m. The music flows, leading up to the show and between sets with a DJ spinning the best Latin tunes from 9 p.m. to 3:30 a.m. Cover is $5 for women and $10 for men. Guests must be 21 years or older.

Every Thursday:

o   The Railhead – Boulder Blues features local blues bands opening for some of the country’s best blues musicians. The January schedule features: Cheryl Justice opening for Pat Travers on Jan. 12 and The Chris Bell Band opening for Eric Sardinas on Jan. 26. The show is dark on Jan. 5 and 19. All shows begin at 8 p.m. There is a $5 cover and guests must be 21 years or older.

Every Friday:

o   The Railhead – Guests can enjoy La Nueva Live Mix. Doors open at 10 p.m. There is a $10 cover for men. Cover is $5 for women, after midnight. Guests must be 21 years or older.

o   KIXX – Sing the night away at karaoke from 8 p.m. to midnight with DJ Tara King spinning into the night. Guests must be 21 years or older.

Every Saturday:

o   The Railhead – Yellow Brick Road (YBR) performs with doors at 10 p.m. This Las Vegas-based classic rock tribute band takes on the entire classic rock/pop spectrum with an emphasis on details and inflections. Guests must be 21 years or older.

Aliante Station

Every Thursday:

o   ETA Lounge – Guests can dance the night away as DJ BKNY spins from 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. Guests must be 21 years or older.

o   MRKT Sea & Land – Guitarist and pianist Dave Ritz performs Top 40 hits from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Every Friday:

o   ETA Lounge –DJ JD Live spins the night away from 9 p.m. to 2 a.m., with Go-Go dancers shaking things up. Guests must be 21 years or older.

o   MRKT Sea & Land – Guitarist and pianist Dave Ritz performs Top 40 hits from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Friday, Jan. 13:

Access Showroom – Guests can enjoy the acoustic sounds of Strung Out Sessions. Doors open at 8 p.m. Guests must be 21 years or older.

Friday, Jan. 27:

Access Showroom – Guests can enjoy local rockers, Modern Science and Lost Point, as they open for Las Vegas’ favorite hard rockers, Otherwise. Doors open at 9 p.m. Dubbed the “No. 1 unsigned act in America,” Otherwise has secured their place among Las Vegas’ elite rock outfits. Guests must be 21 years or older.

Every Saturday:

o   Access Showroom – Caliente Noche Latina with Volume 1 performs a wide variety of music from cha-cha, ranchera and salsa to pop, disco and funk. Doors open at 9 p.m. Cover is $5. Guests must be 21 years or older.

o   ETA Lounge – Exotic DJ spins the night away from 9 p.m. to 2 a.m., with Go-Go dancers shaking things up. Guests must be 21 years or older.

o   MRKT Sea & Land – Guitarist and singer Dave Ritz performs Top 40 hits from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Palace Station

Every Monday

o   Louie Anderson Theater – Guests can enjoy open night mic with Las Vegas’ best local artists, during the Gibson Artist Showcase from 9 p.m. – 11:30 p.m. The show is dark on Jan. 23. Guests must be 21 years or older.

Every Tuesday through Saturday:

o   Louie Anderson Theater – Bonkerz Comedy Productions presents Louie LOL at the Louie Anderson Theater. All shows are at 7 p.m. Ticket prices begin at $49.95 plus tax and applicable fees. VIP packages are available at $99.95 plus tax and applicable fees and include signed memorabilia, priority seating and a meet-and-greet with Anderson. Locals and Palace Station hotel guests receive a $15 discount. The show is dark on Jan. 3, 10, 14, 18, 24 and 31. Guests under 21 must be accompanied by an adult.

Every Wednesday:

o   Jack’s – Sing the night away at karaoke from 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. with DJ Tara King spinning into the night. Guests must be 21 years or older.

Every Thursday:

o   Jack’s – Guests can enjoy Dan Jones & The New Adenines from 8 p.m.to midnight. Guests must be 21 years or older.

Every Friday:

o   Jack’s – Guests can enjoy Elegant Vagabonds from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Guests must be 21 years or older.

o   Jack’s – Guests can enjoy the Jason Walker Experience from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Guests must be 21 years or older.

Every Saturday:

o   Jack’s – Guests can enjoy the classic rock sounds of Nuff Said from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Guests must be 21 years or older.

Saturday, Jan. 14:

o   Louie Anderson Theater – UFC 142 viewing party for the José Aldo and Chad Mendese fight. Doors open at 5 p.m. and guests must be 21 years or older.

Fiesta Rancho

Every Sunday:

o   Club Tequila – Guests can enjoy a La Kalle Live Mix with Noche Celestial de los Domingos. Doors open at 10 p.m. Cover is $10 for men. Guests must be 21 years or older.

Every Thursday:

o   Club Tequila – Sing the night away at karaoke from 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. with DJ Tara King spinning into the night. Guests must be 21 years or older.

Every Friday:

o   Cabo Lounge – Noches Sabrosas featuring Volume 1 performs a wide variety of music from cha-cha, ranchera and salsa to pop, disco and funk from 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. Guests must be 21 years or older.

o   Club Tequila – Guests can enjoy current contemporary Latin music during Latin Night with DJ Low.  Doors open at 10 p.m. Cover is $10 for men. Guests must be 21 years or older.

Every Saturday:

o   Club Tequila – El Moreno Carrillo Y Su Banda Tierra Sagrada delivers the best in regional Mexican music with doors at 10 p.m. Cover is $10. Guests must be 21 years or older.

o   Cabo Lounge – Guests can enjoy an Old School Dance Party from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. with rotating bands each week. The January schedule features: Tyriq & Jamestown on Jan. 7, Phil Flowers on Jan. 14, Eagle One All Stars Feat. Eddie B on Jan. 21 and Too Sharp on Jan. 28. Guests must be 21 years or older.

Fiesta Henderson

Every Friday:

•     Cerveza Cantina –Guests can enjoy live music from Threedom Rock from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Guests must be 21 years or older.

Every Saturday:

•     Cerveza Cantina – Guests can enjoy the live music from The Son of A Gun Duo from 9 p.m. – 1 a.m. Guests must be 21 years or older.

The City of Henderson is getting in the spirit of the holiday season, taking families back in time for this weekend’s WinterFest. This old-fashioned Christmas delight will feature exciting festivities for all ages, from horse-drawn carriage rides to visits with Santa, strolling carolers to popular Dickens characters roaming the streets, carousel rides, concerts and more. Admission is complimentary.

The event will conclude with a dazzling grand finale celebration with the first-ever WinterFest Evening Light Parade. Taking place at 5 pm on Saturday night, the procession will feature a colorful display of spectacular entries, all decked out in lights, illuminating the streets of Henderson’s historic Water Street District.

For more information or a complete schedule of events for this year’s WinterFest – An Old-Fashioned Christmas Delight, visit HendersonLive.com or call the City of Henderson Cultural Arts & Tourism Department at (702) 267-2171. Find us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter.

WHEN: Friday, December 9 – 6-9 pm

Saturday, December 10, 12-8 pm, WinterFest Evening Light Parade at 5 pm

WHERE: Henderson Events Plaza, 200 S. Water Street, Water Street District

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:

Friday, December 9
Official Tree Lighting – 6 pm
Henderson Symphony Orchestra – 7 pm

Horse-Drawn Carriage Rides, Visits with Santa,
Carousel, Gingerbread House Display, Pony Rides,
Children’s Activities, Festival of Trees, Miniature
Christmas Village, Santa’s Slide and more

7-9 pm

Saturday, December 10
Scrooge & Friends, Strolling Carolers, Candyland
Adventure, Storytelling, Craft Bazaar & Live
Entertainment on Two Stages

12-5 pm

Horse-Drawn Carriage Rides, Visits with Santa,
Carousel, Gingerbread House Display, Pony Rides,
Children’s Activities, Festival of Trees, Miniature
Christmas Village, Santa’s Slide, Children’s Art
Gallery and more

12-8 pm

WINTERFEST EVENING LIGHT PARADE – 5 pm

Station Casinos entertains locals with a number of new weekly acts and shows at several of its properties in addition to its trademark bands that the city has grown to love.

Guests can enjoy incredible entertainment across Station Casinos in December. Highlights include: Monday Night Football at Green Valley Ranch, Sunset Station and Aliante Station; Toto Zara at Rocks Lounge on Tuesday, Dec. 6 and 13 and Wednesday, Dec. 7 and 14; Latin Night with Grupo D7 on Fridays at Fiesta Rancho; The Tony Marques Band at Green Valley Ranch on Friday, Dec. 2 and Saturday, Dec. 3; Phoenix at Green Valley Ranch on Friday, Dec. 9 and the Atomic Punks at Green Valley Ranch on Friday, Dec. 16. Coming this month are:

Green Valley Ranch

Every Sunday:

- Ovation – Guests can enjoy the sounds of rock ‘n roll, rhythm and blues, as Rag Tag Entertainment presents ”Smokey Joe’s CafÃ.” Doors open at 7 p.m. and tickets are $15. The show is dark on Dec. 4 and 25. Guests under 21 must be accompanied by an adult.

Every Monday:

- Ovation – Guests can enjoy Monday Night Football with doors at 5 p.m. The schedule for December includes: San Diego at Jacksonville on Dec. 5; St. Louis at Seattle on Dec. 12; Pittsburgh at San Francisco on Dec. 19 and Atlanta at New Orleans on Dec. 26. Guests must be 21 years or older.

Monday, Dec. 5:

- Quinn’s Irish Pub – Test your knowledge at pub trivia from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Guests must be 21 years or older.

Every Tuesday:

- Quinn’s Irish Pub – Test your knowledge at pub trivia from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. The show is dark on Dec. 6. Guests must be 21 years or older.

- Hank’s Fine Steaks & Martinis – Peter Love plays piano from 6:30 p.m. to 11 p.m.

Every Wednesday:

- Quinn’s Irish Pub – Guests advance to different levels of difficulty as they sing their hearts out at Karate Karaoke from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. Guests must be 21 years or older.

- Hank’s Fine Steaks & Martinis – Guitarist and singer Dave Ritz performs Top 40 hits from 6:30 p.m. to 11 p.m.

Every Thursday:

- Ovation – Enjoy live music on a rotating schedule with a variety of genres including the diverse and energetic sounds of Loophole on Dec. 1, jazz-inspired funk with the Lon Bronson All-Star Band on Dec. 8 and 22 and yacht rock with Guilty Pleasures on Dec 15. Artist TBD on Dec. 29. Doors open at 8 p.m. for all performances except Loophole, which opens at 6:15 p.m. Guests must be 21 years or older.

- Quinn’s Irish Pub – Darby O’Gill & The Little People take the stage from 9 p.m. to midnight. Guests must be 21 years or older.

- Hank’s Fine Steaks & Martinis – Peter Love plays piano from 6:30 p.m. to 11 p.m.

- Lobby Bar – Guests can enjoy DJ Seany Mac as he spins the night away from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Guests must be 21 years or older.

Thursday, Dec. 29:

- Ovation – Guests can enjoy Rock ‘N Roll Wine and yacht rock with Guilty Pleasures. Doors open at 6 p.m. and guests must be 21 years or older.

Every Friday:

- Ovation – Guests can enjoy Nashville Unplugged twice per month (Dec. 9 and 16), featuring hosts and singer/songwriters Brian McComas and Aaron Benward, along with special guests, who will present ”The Story Behind the Song.” Doors open at 7:15 p.m. on Dec. 9 and 7 p.m. on Dec. 16. Cover is $5 and guests must be 21 years or older.

- Quinn’s Irish Pub – Guests can enjoy the rock sounds of Speed from 10 p.m. to 1 a.m. Guests must be 21 years or older.

- Hank’s Fine Steaks & Martinis – Peter Love plays piano from 6:30 p.m. to midnight.

- Hank’s Fine Steaks & Martinis – Guests can enjoy a late-night jam during Late Night Sessions. Las Vegas’ best musicians perform from midnight to 3 a.m. Guests must be 21 years or older.

Friday, Dec. 2:

- Ovation – Guests can enjoy the country sounds The Tony Marques Band. Doors open at 10 p.m. and guests must be 21 years or older.

Friday, Dec. 9:

- Ovation – Guests can enjoy the classic rock sounds of Phoenix. Doors open at 10 p.m. and guests must be 21 years or older.

Friday, Dec. 16:

- Ovation – Guests can enjoy the classic sounds of Van Halen with the Atomic Punks. Doors open at 10 p.m. and guests must be 21 years or older.

Friday, Dec. 23:

- Ovation – Guests can enjoy the classic rock sounds of Phoenix. Doors open at 10 p.m. and guests must be 21 years or older.

Friday, Dec. 30:

- Ovation – UFC 141 viewing party for the Brock Lesnar and Alistair Overeem fight. Doors open at 5 p.m. and guests must be 21 years or older.

- Ovation – Guests can enjoy the rock sounds of the Iron Maidens, as the all-female band pays tribute to rock legends, Iron Maiden. Doors open at 10 p.m. and guests must be 21 years or older.

Every Saturday:

- Quinn’s Irish Pub – Darby O’Gill & The Little People take the stage from 10 p.m. to 1 a.m. Guests must be 21 years or older.

- Hank’s Fine Steaks & Martinis – Peter Love plays piano from 6:30 p.m. to midnight.

- Lobby Bar – Guests can enjoy DJ Seany Mac as he spins the night away from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. The show is dark on Dec. 31. Guests must be 21 years or older.

Saturday, Dec. 3:

- Ovation – Guests can enjoy the country sounds The Tony Marques Band. Doors open at 10 p.m. and guests must be 21 years or older.

Saturday, Dec. 10:

- Ovation – UFC 140 viewing party for the Lyoto Machida and Phil Davis fight. Doors open at 5 p.m. and guests must be 21 years or older.

- Ovation – Guests can enjoy the rock sounds of 333, as they open for Las Vegas’ favorite hard rockers, Otherwise. Doors open at 10 p.m. Dubbed the ”No. 1 unsigned act in America,” Otherwise has secured their place among Las Vegas’ elite rock outfits. Guests must be 21 years or older.

Saturday, Dec. 17:

- Ovation – Guests can enjoy 9Electric, as they open for Las Vegas’ favorite hard rockers, Otherwise. Doors open at 10 p.m. Dubbed the ”No. 1 unsigned act in America,” Otherwise has secured their place among Las Vegas’ elite rock outfits. Guests must be 21 years or older.

Saturday, Dec. 31:

- Ovation – Los Angeles-based DJ Hyphy Crunk will spin into the New Year at Ovation, beginning at 10 p.m. Tickets are available for $75 plus applicable fees in advance and $100 plus applicable fees the day the event. Tickets include an open bar from 10 p.m. to midnight. A VIP package, including entry for four people, reserved booth seating, open bar from 10 p.m. to midnight, two bottles of Skyy Vodka, party favors and breakfast at The Grand CafÃ, is available for $600 plus applicable fees. A VVIP package is available for $1000 plus applicable fees and includes entry for four people, reserved booth seating, open bar from 10 p.m. to midnight, two bottles of Belvedere Vodka, a bottle of Dom Perignon, party favors and breakfast at The Grand CafÃ. Guests must be 21 years or older.

- Quinn’s Irish Pub – Guests can kick off New Year’s Eve with the sounds of Rustyn Vaughn Lee from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Guests must be 21 years or older.

- Hank’s Fine Steaks & Martinis – Peter Love plays piano from 7 p.m. to 1 a.m.Â

Santa Fe Station

Every Monday:

- 4949 Lounge – Guests can test their vocal skills with karaoke from 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. Guests must be 21 years or older.

Every Friday:

- 4949 Lounge – Guests can enjoy DJ CC as he spins the night away from 9 p.m. to 3 a.m. Guests must be 21 years or older.

Every Saturday:

- 4949 Lounge – Guests can dance the night away as DJ Kram spins from 9 p.m. to 3 a.m. Guests must be 21 years or older.

Saturday, Dec. 17:

- Chrome Showroom – Guests can enjoy Nashville Unplugged, featuring hosts and singer/songwriters Brian McComas and Aaron Benward, along with special guests, who will present ”The Story Behind the Song.” Doors open at 7 p.m. and cover is $5. Guests must be 21 years or older.

Saturday, Dec. 31:

- 4949 Lounge – Celebrate the New Year with DJ Kram from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Guests must be 21 years or older.

Red Rock Resort

Every Tuesday:

- Onyx Bar – Guests can enjoy the sounds of guitarist/vocalist Ray Fortune as he performs hits from a variety of genres from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. The show is dark on Dec. 6 and 13, as Toto Zara will perform. Guests must be 21 years or older.

Every Wednesday

- Onyx Bar – Guests can enjoy the sounds of guitarist/vocalist Ray Fortune as he performs hits from a variety of genres from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. The show is dark on Dec. 7 and 14 as Toto Zara will perform. Guests must be 21 years or older.

Every Thursday:

- Onyx Bar – Toto Zara performs Latin dance and soul music from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Guests must be 21 years or older.

Every Friday:

- Rocks Lounge – Zowie Bowie, featuring Chris Phillips and Marley Taylor, takes the stage with today’s hottest dance music, Top 40 hits and hip hop. Doors open at 10 p.m. Guests must be 21 years or older.

- Onyx Bar – Toto Zara performs Latin dance and soul music from 7 p.m. to 1 a.m. Guests must be 21 years or older.

Every Saturday:

- Rocks Lounge – Guests can enjoy the alternative rock sounds of Franky Perez. Doors open at 10 p.m. Guests must be 21 years or older.

- Onyx Bar – Toto Zara performs Latin dance and soul music from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Guests must be 21 years or older.

Saturday, Dec. 31

- Onyx Bar – Kick off New Year’s Eve with Latin dance and soul music of Toto Zara from 8 p.m. to 12:30 p.m. Guests must be 21 years or older.

- Rocks Lounge – Celebrate New Year’s Eve with the alternative sounds of Franky Perez. Doors open at 10:30 p.m. Guests must be 21 years or older.

- Lucky Bar – Welcome the New Year with DJ DKNY, as he spins from 9:30 p.m. to 3:30 a.m. Guests must be 21 years or older.

Sunset Station

Every Monday:

- Club Madrid – Guests can enjoy Monday Night Football with doors at 5 p.m. The schedule for December includes: San Diego at Jacksonville on Dec. 5; St. Louis at Seattle on Dec. 12; Pittsburgh at San Francisco on Dec. 19 and Atlanta at New Orleans on Dec. 26. Guests must be 21 years or older.

Every Friday:

- Club Madrid – Enjoy original tracks and hard rock covers of Sin City Sinners from 10 p.m. to 1 a.m. Guests must be 21 years or older.

- Gaudi Bar – Busker Kings, an acoustic power duo with a Foo Fighters meets Simon & Garfunkel sound, performs from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Guests must be 21 years or older.

Friday, Dec. 30:

- Club Madrid – UFC 141 viewing party for the Brock Lesnar and Alistair Overeem fight. Doors open at 5 p.m. and guests must be 21 years or older.

Every Saturday:

- Club Madrid – Guests can enjoy the acoustic sounds of Strung Out Sessions. Doors open at 10 p.m. The show is dark on Dec. 3 and 24. Guests must be 21 years or older.

- Gaudi Bar – Busker Kings, an acoustic power duo with a Foo Fighters meets Simon & Garfunkel sound, performs from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Busker Kings perform from 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Dec. 31. Guests must be 21 years or older.

Saturday, Dec. 31

- Club Madrid – Strung Out Sessions will celebrate New Year’s Eve with their acoustic hits. Doors open at 10 p.m. and tickets are $15 plus tax and applicable fees. Guests must be 21 years or older.

Texas Station

Every Wednesday:

- Martini Ranch – Sideshow performs classics and the latest hits from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Guests must be 21 years or older.

Every Thursday:

- South Padre – La Nueva Live Mix featuring La Nueva’s Oscar “El Coyote” Ruiz along with DJ Lee and DJ Paco mixing the top Latin hits from inside the South Padre with doors at 9 p.m. Cover is $5 for ladies after 11 p.m. and $10 for men at the door. Guests must be 21 years or older.

- Garage Bar – Test your knowledge at pub trivia from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Guests must be 21 years or older.

Every Friday:

- South Padre – Guests can enjoy Strung Out Sessions, featuring an acoustic jam of guitars and much more. The set features covers from various genres and time periods and changes weekly based on audience requests. Doors open at 8 p.m. Guests must be 21 years or older.

- A-Bar – Darrin Michaels plays jazz from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. Guests must be 21 years or older.

- Martini Ranch – Sideshow performs classics and the latest hits from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. Guests must be 21 years or older.

Every Saturday:

- South Padre – Guests can sing their hearts out during Karaoke with Coco and Kathleen from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. The show is dark on Dec. 24 and 31. Guests must be 21 years or older.

- A-Bar – Darrin Michaels plays jazz from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. The show is dark on Dec. 24. Guests must be 21 years or older.

- Martini Ranch – Patrick Seiben performs guitar and keyboards to both contemporary Top 40 and classic rock hits from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. The show is dark on Dec. 24 and 31. Guests must be 21 years or older.

Saturday, Dec. 31:

- South Padre – Kick off New Year’s Eve with the swing sounds of Jerry Tiffe. Doors open at 1:30 p.m. and cover is $10. Guests must be 21 years or older.

South Padre – True-2-Crue will continue the party at South Padre with their distinctive rock sounds. Doors open at 8 p.m. and tickets are $15 plus tax and applicable fees. Entry includes a champagne toast at midnight. Guests must be 21 years or older.

- Garage Bar – Guests can continue their New Year’s Eve celebration with the diverse sounds of Betsy Holm from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. Guests must be 21 years or older.

- Martini Ranch – Ring in the New Year with the classic hits of Sideshow from 9 p.m. to 12:30 p.m. Guests must be 21 years or older.

Boulder Station

Every Sunday:

- The Railhead – Latin Night with Noche Nortena featuring El Moreno Carrillo Y Su Banda Tierra Sagrada, delivering the best in regional Mexican music at 9:30 p.m. The music flows, leading up to the show and between sets with a DJ spinning the best Latin tunes from 9 p.m. to 3:30 a.m. Cover is $5 for women and $10 for men. Guests must be 21 years or older.

Every Thursday:

- The Railhead – Boulder Blues features local blues bands opening for some of the country’s best blues musicians. The December schedule features: The Joey Vitale Trio opening for Guitar Shorty on Dec. 1 and The Mike Vaughan Band opening for Walter Trout on Dec. 15 The show is dark on Dec. 8, 22 and 29. All shows begin at 7 p.m. There is a $5 cover and guests must be 21 years or older.

Every Friday:

- The Railhead – Guests can enjoy La Nueva Live Mix. Doors open at 10 p.m. There is a $10 cover for men. Cover is $5 for women, after midnight. Guests must be 21 years or older.

Every Saturday:

- The Railhead – Yellow Brick Road (YBR) performs with doors at 10 p.m. This Las Vegas-based classic rock tribute band takes on the entire classic rock/pop spectrum with an emphasis on details and inflections. The show is dark on Dec. 24. Guests must be 21 years or older.

Saturday, Dec. 31:

The Railhead – Yellow Brick Road performs with doors at 10 p.m. This Las Vegas-based classic rock tribute band takes on the entire classic rock/pop spectrum with an emphasis on details and inflections. Tickets are $24.95 plus tax and applicable fees in advance and $35.95 plus tax and applicable fees the day of the show. Tickets include a champagne toast at midnight. Guests must be 21 years or older.

- KIXX Lounge – Ring in the New Year with the sounds of DJ Ania. Doors open at 9 p.m. Guests must be 21 years or older.

Aliante Station

Every Monday:

- Access Showroom – Guests can enjoy Monday Night Football with doors at 4:30 p.m. The schedule for December includes: San Diego at Jacksonville on Dec. 5; St. Louis at Seattle on Dec. 12 and Pittsburgh at San Francisco on Dec. 19. Guests must be 21 years or older.

Every Thursday:

- MRKT Sea & Land – Guitarist and pianist Dave Ritz performs Top 40 hits from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Every Friday:

- ETA Lounge –DJ Alpyne spins the night away from 9 p.m. to 2 a.m., with Go-Go dancers shaking things up. Guests must be 21 years or older.

- MRKT Sea & Land – Guitarist and pianist Dave Ritz performs Top 40 hits from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Every Saturday:

- Access Showroom – Caliente Noche Latina with Volume 1 performs a wide variety of music from cha-cha, ranchera and salsa to pop, disco and funk. Doors open at 9 p.m. Cover is $5. The show is dark on Dec. 24 and 31. Guests must be 21 years or older.

- ETA Lounge – DJ Silence spins the night away from 9 p.m. to 2 a.m., with Go-Go dancers shaking things up. Guests must be 21 years or older.

- MRKT Sea & Land – Guitarist and singer Dave Ritz performs Top 40 hits from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. The Dec. 31 performance ends at 9:30 p.m.

Saturday, Dec. 31:

- ETA Lounge – DJ Silence spins the night away from 9 p.m. to 3 a.m., with Go-Go dancers shaking things up. Guests must be 21 years or older.

- Access Showroom – Guests can enjoy the classic Journey sounds with DSB. Doors open at 10 p.m. Tickets are $15 plus tax and applicable fees in advance and $25 plus tax and applicable fees the day of the event.

- MRKT Sea & Land – Guitarist and pianist Dave Ritz performs Top 40 hits from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

Palace Station

Every Monday

- Louie Anderson Theater – Guests can enjoy open night mic with Las Vegas’ best local artists, during the Gibson Artist Showcase from 9 p.m. – 11:30 p.m. The show is dark on Dec. 26. Guests must be 21 years or older.

Every Tuesday through Saturday:

- Louie Anderson Theater – Bonkerz Comedy Productions presents Louie LOL at the Louie Anderson Theater. All shows are at 8:30 p.m. Ticket prices begin at $49.95 plus tax and applicable fees. VIP packages are available at $99.95 plus tax and applicable fees and include signed memorabilia, priority seating and a meet-and-greet with Anderson. Locals and Palace Station hotel guests receive a $15 discount. The show is dark on Dec 2, 3, 6, 10, 13, the week of Dec. 19 and Dec. 30-31. Guests under 21 must be accompanied by an adult.

Every Wednesday:

- Jack’s – Sing the night away at karaoke from 8 p.m. to 12:30 p.m. with DJ Tara King spinning into the night. Guests must be 21 years or older.

Every Thursday:

- Jack’s – Guests can enjoy alternative rock hits with Radio Flyers from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Guests must be 21 years or older.

Every Friday:

- Jack’s – Guests can enjoy Elegant Vagabonds from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. The show is dark on Dec. 2 and 16. Guests must be 21 years or older.

- Jack’s – Guests can enjoy alternative rock hits with Radio Flyers from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Guests must be 21 years or older.

Every Saturday:

- Jack’s – Guests can enjoy the classic rock sounds of Nuff Said from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Guests must be 21 years or older.

Saturday, Dec. 10:

Louie Anderson Theater – UFC 140 viewing party for the Lyoto Machida and Phil Davis fight. Doors open at 5 p.m. and guests must be 21 years or older.

Saturday, Dec. 10 and Sunday, Dec. 11:

- Louie Anderson Theater – Legendary comedian Marty Allen headlines while Louie Anderson is on the road. Allen got his start in the comedy world performing at nightclubs while going to college during the day. It became so lucrative for him, that he eventually quit college to pursue comedy fulltime. It was shortly thereafter that he became part of the popular ‘50s comedy duo Allen and Rossi with fellow comedian Steve Rossi. Together, the two toured the country, released several hit comedy albums, performed more than 40 times on the ”Ed Sullivan Show” and starred in the comedic film ”The Last of the Secret Agents.” All shows begin at 4 p.m. Ticket prices begin at $49.95 plus tax and applicable fees. VIP packages are available at $99.95 plus tax and applicable fees and include signed memorabilia, priority seating and a meet-and-greet with Allen. Locals and Palace Station hotel guests receive a $15 discount. Guests under 21 must be accompanied by an adult.

Saturday, Dec. 31:

- Louie Anderson Theater – Guests can celebrate New Year’s Eve with a video DJ from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Admission is free and guests must be 21 years or older.

- Jack’s – Guests can welcome the New Year with the classic rock sounds of the classic rock sounds of Nuff Said from 9 p.m. to 3 a.m. Guests must be 21 years or older.

Fiesta Rancho

Every Sunday:

- Club Tequila – Guests can enjoy a La Kalle Live Mix with Noche Celestial de los Domingos. Doors open at 10 p.m. Cover is $10 for men. Guests must be 21 years or older.

Every Thursday:

- Club Tequila – Sing the night away at karaoke from 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. with DJ Tara King spinning into the night. Guests must be 21 years or older.

Every Friday:

- Cabo Lounge – Noches Sabrosas featuring Volume 1 performs a wide variety of music from cha-cha, ranchera and salsa to pop, disco and funk from 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. Guests must be 21 years or older.

- Club Tequila – Guests can enjoy current contemporary Latin music during Latin Night with Grupo D7.  Doors open at 10 p.m. KISF’s DJ Paco continues the party from 2 a.m. – 3 a.m. Cover is $10 for men. Guests must be 21 years or older.

Every Saturday:

- Club Tequila – El Moreno Carrillo Y Su Banda Tierra Sagrada delivers the best in regional Mexican music with doors at 10 p.m. Cover is $10. The show is dark on Dec. 31. Guests must be 21 years or older.

- Cabo Lounge – Guests can enjoy an Old School Dance Party from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. with rotating bands each week. The December schedule features: Too Sharp on Dec. 3 and 24, Phil Flowers on Dec. 10 and Andre & Friends on Dec. 17. The show is dark on Dec. 31. Guests must be 21 years or older.

Saturday, Dec. 31:

- Club Tequila – Celebrate New Year’s Eve with La Nueva Live Mix featuring La Nueva’s Oscar “El Coyote” Ruiz along with DJ Lee and DJ Paco mixing the top Latin hits from inside Club Tequila from 8 p.m. to midnight. Cover is $20 before 11 p.m.

Club Tequila – The celebration continues with Latin Night with Noche Nortena featuring El Moreno Carrillo Y Su Banda Tierra Sagrada, delivering the best in regional Mexican music from midnight to 5:30 a.m. Cover is $25 at the door, beginning 11 p.m. Guests must be 21 years or older.

- Cabo Lounge – John Earl & The Boogieman Band will perform from 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. Guests must be 21 years or older.

- Blue Agave – features lounge music and Top 40 hits, as JARR performs from 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. Guests must be 21 years or older.

- Festival Buffet – Kick off New Year’s Eve with John Earl & The Boogieman Band from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Doors open at 9 p.m. Guests under 21 must be accompanied by an adult.

Fiesta Henderson

Every Friday:

- Cerveza Cantina –Guests can enjoy live music from Threedom Rock from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Guests must be 21 years or older.

Every Saturday:

- Cerveza Cantina – Guests can enjoy the live music from The Brian Lee Duo from 9 p.m. – 1 a.m. Show is dark on Dec. 10 and Dec. 17, as The Bilhman Brothers will perform in their place. Guests must be 21 years or older.

About Station Casinos entertainment

Station Casinos’ concert and entertainment lounge venues include: The Railhead at Boulder Station, a 650-seat venue; Ovation, a 500-seat venue, Grand Events Center, a 2,000-seat venue, and The Backyard, a poolside venue accommodating up to 4,000 guests, at Green Valley Ranch; Club Tequila at Fiesta Rancho, a 380-seat venue; Louie Anderson Theater at Palace Station, a 200-seat venue; Rocks Lounge, a 350-seat venue, The Sandbar, a poolside venue accommodating 4,000 guests, and the Amphitheatre at Red Rock accommodating up to 8,800 guests, at Red Rock Resort; Chrome Showroom at Santa Fe Station, a 550-seat venue; Club Madrid, a 500-seat venue, and Sunset Amphitheater, an outdoor venue accommodating up to 5,000 guests, at Sunset Station; Dallas Events Center, a 1,800-seat venue and South Padre, a 300-seat venue, at Texas Station and Access Showroom, a 600-plus seat venue at Aliante Station

First Friday Las Vegas continues to grow with more artwork, galleries, entertainment and events at the popular outdoor festival, which brings thousands of locals and visitors to Downtown Las Vegas. The next First Friday Las Vegas takes place Friday, Dec. 2 from 6 p.m. until midnight.

All interview and photo inquiries can be directed to Alissa Kelly alissa@prpluslv.com or Laura Herlovich laura@prpluslv.com. If you plan to send a camera, you must contact Alissa Kelly at 702-612-7870 for clearance and parking instructions.

FIRST FRIDAY LAS VEGAS HIGHLIGHTS:
CASINO CENTER HUB (underline)
Location: Casino Center and Colorado Ave.
Art Style: Emerging artists, arts, crafts
Activities:
6 p.m. – The Kids Zone will feature a visit by Santa Claus from 6 p.m. until 9 p.m., as well as games and interactive activities throughout the night.

This area will also house a toy drive for Toys for Tots to help those less fortunate this holiday season. Attendees are asked to bring a new, unwrapped toy for donation. Any attendee that donates toys between 6 p.m. and 9 p.m. will receive two raffle tickets. The onsite raffle will take place at 9 p.m. where First Friday staff will raffle off five beautiful, fresh Christmas trees to get everyone in the holiday spirit. An additional raffle will be held at the conclusion of the Toys for Tots campaign, featuring a spectacular prize.

A Christmas Tree Lot will also be set up where families can purchase their fresh Christmas tree for the holidays.  A gift wrapping station will also be set up compliments of Yelp, helping make holiday shopping at First Friday more fun and convenient.

7 p.m. – Outdoor Cinema @theatre7
A mix of film, music videos and trailers put together specially for First Friday Las Vegas as the event expands to include 3rd Street from Colorado south to Utah.

theatre7 (1406 S. 3rd)
Also starting at theatre7 and showcased along 3rd Street, a Classic Car Show, art and food vendors.

Entertainment:
Two stages with live music and DJ performances programmed from 6 p.m. until midnight.

The Lyon’s Den Stage (Casino Center & Colorado)
Live music begins at 6 p.m. featuring:
Candy Warpop
DJ Mongo
Dinner Music For The Gods
Bustin Jieber
StoneZilla

The California Stage (Casino Center & California)
Live music and entertainment begins at 6 p.m. featuring:
Red Duo
Kalsey Kulyk Band
Interactive comedy with Matt Donnelly
DJ Joey D
Sons of Insanity
Pat DiNizio

FREMONT STREET EAST
Location: Fremont Street and 6th
Art Style: Urban and street art
Activities: Live painting throughout the evening on the Downtown Project bus by artist Gums. Street art fair with food trucks and bar service.

Entertainment:
Main Stage (Fremont & 6th)
Main stage with live music and DJ performances programmed from 6 p.m. until midnight featuring acts including:
IDSFA
Action Town
Last Night in Mexico
Where the Fallen Lie
DJ Matt Lucio

HOURS OF OPERATION:
6 p.m. until midnight

PARKING/SHUTTLE:
Shuttle service will run from 5:30 p.m. until 12:30 a.m.
There will be ample free parking as well as $5 parking lots.*
*If you park in unauthorized parking areas, you may be subject to towing.

FREE PARKING:
The Stratosphere parking garage; shuttle runs to the Casino Center Hub
City Hall Garage (Stewart and Las Vegas Blvd.); shuttle runs to the Casino Center Hub
Clark County Government Center; shuttle loops to the Casino Center Hub as well as Fremont Street East.

GENERAL INFORMATION:
For more information on First Friday Las Vegas, please check back on the website www.firstfridaylasvegas.com or on the facebook page www.facebook.com/firstfridaylasvegas.

ABOUT FIRST FRIDAY LAS VEGAS
First Friday Las Vegas has been a mainstay of arts and culture in downtown Las Vegas for nine years. In 2011, just shy of the October nine year anniversary, the arts and culture festival welcomed a new ownership group, First Friday Las Vegas, LLC, comprised of  Zappos.com executives Tony Hsieh, Fred Mossler and Steve Hill, as well as downtown developer Andrew Donner and Joey Vanas. The outdoor event features several areas throughout Downtown Las Vegas that showcase artists of all calibers and genres, supplementing with live music, food and other celebratory events.

WHAT: On Friday, Nov. 25, The Venetian invites guests and shoppers to join world-renowned chef Mario Batali for a complimentary event as he performs a live cooking demonstration from 1 to 3 p.m. at the exterior of The Venetian by the outdoor gondolas. Guests will have the opportunity to interact with Batali and enjoy a slice of his signature pizza on the Las Vegas Strip, while taking in the sights and sounds of the first-ever Winter in Venice.

Starting today through Jan. 8, The Venetian and The Palazzo Las Vegas are introducing Winter in Venice, the first true celebration of the winter season on the Las Vegas Strip. With 49 days of holiday festivities throughout both resorts, Winter in Venice will be the ultimate destination for an unforgettable holiday experience.

WHEN: Friday, Nov. 25, 2011

WHERE: The Venetian Las Vegas
Exterior of The Venetian by Outdoor Gondolas
3355 Las Vegas Boulevard South, Las Vegas, NV 89109

Book Now and Save: The Venetian Hotel

Book Now and Save: The Palazzo Hotel

Rockhouse Bar & Nightclub will redefine ‘Make Your Own Head Day’ by celebrating the frothy tops of drafts with dollar beer specials on Monday, Nov. 28.

Sin City enthusiasts will celebrate at one of the best party bars on the Strip and make its own version of ‘Make Your Own Head Day’ a day for cheap and delicious brewskis. The party-spot will feature an emphasis on a bubbly carbon dioxide, that is all too important for any beer drinker, and make it just one-dollar for each draft. Only a Vegas ultra-dive bar would celebrate frothy foam that completes the draft beverage and Rockhouse is doing it all day.

Day or night, it’s always the right time to party at Rockhouse. Whether people watching on the rowdy Strip-side patio by day, or dancing on the bar with an 80-ounce guitar by night, the ultra-dive bar is one of Vegas’ best-kept secrets. Rockhouse gives partygoers the ultimate nightlife experience – minus the ‘VIP’ attitude. With a knockout lineup of gorgeous bartenders, bottle service that won’t break the bank, a Strip-view daiquiri bar and casual dress code, Rockhouse is a must-visit hotspot for locals and tourists alike.

Blending a local dive bar with the glamour of Sin City’s party scene at a convenient center Strip location, Rockhouse is the top party destination on the Strip. Las Vegas’ only ultra-dive bar features top-notch lighting and sound with the best DJs in Las Vegas blending upbeat rock, hip-hop and dance. With beautiful bartenders pouring drinks from the bar tops, playing in the giant bird cage and dangling from tire swings suspended from the ceiling, Rockhouse is the spot where the party never stops.   Rockhouse is located on Las Vegas Blvd. in front of Imperial Palace, directly across from Caesars Palace in the middle of the Las Vegas Strip.  The daiquiri and main bar open daily at 10 a.m. and the adjacent nightclub is open from 9 p.m. to 5 a.m. nightly. For more information visit www.therockhousebar.com, and for bottle and table reservations call 702.731.968

National Finals Rodeo (click link to book) is back and so is Rockhouse Bar & Nightclub’s 10-day party. With the fans in town, the ultra-dive bar will rock the rodeo welcoming NFR fans from across the nation. From Thursday, Dec. 1, through Saturday, Dec. 10, a ticket stub will not only get the cowboy devotees some rowdy rodeo fun, but also complimentary entry and $5 shots.

This rodeo roundup will be the best place in town to catch all of the NFR action. Patrons will enjoy Bull Rider shots, a kick-in-the-pants concoction of Jack Daniels and Red Bull, available for $5 all week. Jack Daniels’ sexy ladies will be on hand throughout the days to serve-up potent shots. Also, a handful of viewing parties shown on 28 high-definition television screens throughout the bar and patio that guarantees every seat at Rockhouse will be the best in the house.

Day or night, it’s always the right time to party at Rockhouse. Whether people watching on the rowdy Strip-side patio by day, or dancing on the bar with an 80-ounce guitar by night, the ultra-dive bar is one of Vegas’ best-kept secrets. Rockhouse gives partygoers the ultimate nightlife experience – minus the ‘VIP’ attitude. With bottle service that won’t break the bank, a Strip-view daiquiri bar and casual dress code, Rockhouse is a must-visit hot spot for locals and tourists alike.

Blending a local dive bar with the glamour of Sin City’s party scene at a convenient center Strip location, Rockhouse is the top party destination on the Strip. Las Vegas’ only ultra-dive bar features top-notch lighting and sound with the best DJs in Las Vegas blending upbeat rock, hip-hop and dance. With beautiful bartenders pouring drinks from the bar tops, playing in the giant bird cage and dangling from tire swings suspended from the ceiling, Rockhouse is the spot where the party never stops. Rockhouse is located on Las Vegas Blvd. in front of Imperial Palace, directly across from Caesars Palace in the middle of the Las Vegas Strip. The daiquiri and main bar open daily at 10 a.m. and the adjacent nightclub is open from 9 p.m. to 5 a.m. nightly. For more information visit www.therockhousebar.com, and for bottle and table reservations call 702.731.9683

Book Now and Save: National Finals Rodeo

Rockhouse Bar & Nightclub

In appreciation of America’s armed forces and in celebration of Veteran’s Day, Caesars Entertainment Las Vegas resorts invite military personnel, including active members and retirees, to present their government issued military identification cards in exchange for a complimentary Buffet of Buffet passes for all active and past service members.  Enjoy 24-hour, unlimited access to dine in the following eight resort buffet restaurants:

- Caesars Palace, Lago Buffet                        

- Flamingo, Paradise Garden Buffet

- Harrah’s Las Vegas, Flavors

- Imperial Palace, Emperor’s Buffet

- Paris Las Vegas, Le Village Buffet

- Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino, Spice Market Buffet

- Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino, Carnival World Buffet

- Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino, Village Seafood Buffet ($15 discounted admission)

WHO: Vegas StrEATs is brought to the Las Vegas community by Slidin’ Thru in partnership with the El Cortez Hotel & Casino (click link to book) and Insert Coin(s). Food vendors including WTF Pizza, Sno Ono, Pops, Grouchy Johns and others will be on hand along with local artists and retailers.

WHAT: Vegas StrEATs began in March 2011 and has become a local hot spot with a number of different food trucks, art vendors, live music, DJs, drinks and fun. The goal of this event is to provide a platform and opportunity for local businesses to shine.

WHEN: Saturday, Nov. 12, 2011 and Saturday, Dec. 10, 2011
Vegas StrEATs runs from 6 p.m. until 2 a.m.

WHERE: In the Fremont Street East District
El Cortez Lot located directly across from El Cortez Hotel & Casino
Las Vegas, NV, 89101
(North of 6th and Fremont)

COST: Vegas StrEATs is free to attend and the food and activities are specially priced.

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