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Rita Deanin Abbey Art Museum Ekphrastic Poetry Workshop with Ms. AyeVee
2026-08-08 11:00 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Rita Deanin Abbey Art Museum, 5850 North Park Street, Las Vegas, NV, 89149, United States
Explore the vast collection of artwork by Rita Deanin Abbey and write poetry with Clark County Poet Laureate Ms. AyeVee!

Join Clark County poet laureate Ashley “Ms. AyeVee” Vargas for a free ekphrastic poetry workshop at the Rita Deanin Abbey Art Museum.
With its roots in Greek literary tradition, “ekphrasis” is a way of using poetic language to describe and evoke a work of visual art. Ekphrastic poetry may also respond imaginatively to the artwork while creating a separate (discreet) back and forth (dialogue, collaboration, interactions, etc) that expands the meaning of the artwork. Literal or metaphorical, this kind of poetry is meant to illuminate the intersectional connection between literary and visual artistic mediums.
This event is open to poets of all ages and skill levels.
Writing materials, mocktails & snacks, other goodies, and positive vibes are all provided so just bring your creativity with you!
When:
Saturday, August 8th from 11am-1pm
Where:
Rita Deanin Abbey Art Museum
5850 N Park St
Las Vegas, NV 89149

Weekend Brunch at 18bin | Bottomless Mimosas, Live DJs & the Best Brunch
2026-08-08 10:00 - 17:00 | 18Bin Bar & Restaurant, 107 East Charleston Boulevard, #Suite 150, Las Vegas, NV, 89104, United States
Weekend brunch at 18bin! Fri-Sun, 10AM-5PM with bottomless mimosas, live DJs & one of Las Vegas’ best brunches.

9pm: The Red Seduction/Jet Sonic/Man of the Oasis
2026-08-08 00:00 - 23:59

80's Things Live at the Copa Room
2026-08-07 22:15 - 23:59 | Copa Room, 255 East Flamingo Road, Las Vegas, NV, 89169, United States
80's Things brings the biggest hits of the decade to the Copa Room! No cover, all ages, free parking, and your favorite '80s anthems!

Break out the neon, tease up your hair, and get ready for an unforgettable night of the music that defined a generation!
80’s Things brings the biggest pop, rock, new wave, and dance hits of the 1980s to the Copa Room, delivering an energetic, feel-good show packed with the songs everyone knows and loves. From sing-along favorites to dance floor classics, it’s the perfect soundtrack for a Friday night out.
Best of all, there’s no cover, so grab your friends and enjoy an evening of live music celebrating one of the greatest decades in music history.
VIP Tables
Upgrade your night with a VIP table and enjoy the show in comfort.

2-Person VIP Table: $100 and includes a $100 bar credit.
4-Person VIP Table: $200 and includes a $200 bar credit.

VIP tables also include dedicated cocktail service and complimentary admission for guests at the table.
Enjoy $5 Modelo, tequila, and vodka specials, $25 buckets of six Modelos, and always free parking at Tuscany Suites & Casino.
The Copa Room is the Home of Vegas Rock—and on August 7, we’re throwing it back to the decade of big hair, iconic guitars, and unforgettable hits. Don’t miss this free night of live entertainment!

Mala Vida Latin Night Fridays at AZILO Ultra Lounge
2026-08-07 22:00 - 2026-08-08 03:00 | AZILO Ultra Lounge at SAHARA Las Vegas, 2535 South Las Vegas Boulevard, Las Vegas, NV, 89109, United States
Kick off your weekend with the hottest Latin night in Vegas!

Pecos and the Rooftops
2026-08-07 22:00 - 2026-08-08 00:30
Pecos and the Rooftops in Las Vegas bring their Red Dirt country-rock to Stoney’s Rockin’ Country on August 7, 2026. Fronted by Pecos Hurley, the Texas band broke out with the viral favorite “This Damn Song” and has since built a following on rowdy, guitar-forward country. Stoney’s Rockin’ Country is a sprawling honky-tonk in the Town Square area near the south end of the Las Vegas Strip, with a massive dance floor made for line dancing and two-steppin’ — a fitting home for a night of Red Dirt sound. For country fans who want a dance floor as much as a concert, this is a natural Las Vegas pick. Get tickets and plan your Las Vegas visit.
FAQ
When do Pecos and the Rooftops play Las Vegas?
Pecos and the Rooftops perform at Stoney’s Rockin’ Country on August 7, 2026.
What song is the band known for?
The band broke out with the viral favorite “This Damn Song.”
What style of music is it?
Pecos and the Rooftops play Red Dirt country-rock, fronted by Pecos Hurley.

Steve Byrne
2026-08-07 21:30 - 2026-08-08 00:00
Friday night at Jimmy Kimmel’s Comedy Club, Steve Byrne takes the 9:30 PM late slot for a sharp, high-energy hour built around real stories and real laughs.
Byrne is a 20-plus-year stand-up veteran who draws on his Korean-Irish American upbringing and a knack for rapid-fire storytelling that feels like a conversation with the funniest person in the room. Las Vegas gets the late-night version of his brisk, crowd-friendly set — precision punchlines that keep the room moving from open to close, no filler anywhere in sight.

Comedy Cellar
2026-08-07 21:30 - 2026-08-08 00:00
Friday August 7 at 9:30 PM at Comedy Cellar Las Vegas: peak summer, late Friday, and the underground room at the Rio is running its showcase with five rotating headliner-level stand-ups feeding off a crowd that has chosen to spend their Friday in this particular seat. That energy exchange is real at the Comedy Cellar.
The rotating weekly lineup assembled for this week is announced close to showtime, five comics each doing 15 to 20 minutes in the intimate 300-seat room modeled on the original New York club. Adults-only 18-and-up format, no warm-up structure, 90 minutes of uninterrupted showcase stand-up. Late Friday August 7 in Las Vegas is the right night to be here.

Las Vegas Strip Club Crawl
2026-08-07 21:00 - 2026-08-08 01:00 | Caesars Palace, 3570 South Las Vegas Boulevard, Paradise, NV, 89109, United States
Free entry & VIP transportation to the best Strip Clubs in Vegas!

Las Vegas Club Crawl with Party Bus
2026-08-07 20:45 - 2026-08-08 00:30 | LA Epic Club Crawls, Please check our website for starting location, Las Vegas, NV, 89109, United States
Party like a VIP at the best clubs in Vegas: Free entry, and a party bus with free drinks!

Fremont Street Bar Crawl
2026-08-07 20:45 - 2026-08-08 00:30 | Meeting Venue TBA – Check website for details, Fremont St, Las Vegas, NV, 89101, United States
Fremont Street Bar Crawl gets you exclusive perks at the best bars in Old Vegas.

Dueling Pianos: Free Guest List & BOGO Drink Ticket When You Sign Up
2026-08-07 20:30 - 2026-08-08 01:00 | CASBAR Lounge, 2535 South Las Vegas Boulevard, Las Vegas, NV, 89109, United States
Discover CASBAR Lounge at SAHARA Las Vegas – where the night comes alive!

Vinnie Favorito Unfiltered
2026-08-07 20:30 - 23:59 | Notoriety, 450 Fremont Street, Suite 380, Las Vegas, NV, 89101, United States
Las Vegas comedian Vinnie Favorito is known as a celebrity roaster. He has roasted Magic Johnson, Pat O’Brien, Jerry Springer, Larry, Flynt, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Stan, Winston, and many others.
He is a blue-collar comedian known for his quick wit, politically incorrect, but does it with liability. Every show is like a celebrity roast and you could be the next celebrity….. no one is safe.
Buy Tickets
Ages: 18+
Doors at 8:00 PM
Show time at 8:30 PM
PARKING INFO: Parking is available underneath Neonopolis from 4th street and Fremont, the ramp is on the right side of the street just past Denny’s. Park on level P2. Once parked, take the parking elevator from the parking garage up to the 3rd floor. Notoriety’s doors are straight ahead once you come off of the elevator.

Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis
2026-08-07 20:00 - 22:30
Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis in Las Vegas bring their Nothing But Hits residency to Voltaire at The Venetian Resort for a run of August 2026 dates, playing August 7, 8, 9, 12, 14, 15, 16, 21, 22, and 23. Five-time Grammy winners and Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees, the legendary production duo wrote and produced landmark hits for Janet Jackson, Michael Jackson, Usher, New Edition, and many more, and their show pairs those songs with the stories behind them. The residency features an all-star band and special guest vocalists Ruben Studdard and Shanice. Voltaire is an intimate, ornate venue inside The Venetian on the Las Vegas Strip, an ideal room for a hits-driven celebration of four decades of R&B and pop. Get tickets and plan your Las Vegas visit.
FAQ
Which August dates do Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis play?
The Voltaire residency dates run August 7, 8, 9, 12, 14, 15, 16, 21, 22, and 23, 2026.
Are there special guests?
Yes. The residency features an all-star band and special guest vocalists Ruben Studdard and Shanice.
Is this a residency or a one-off show?
It is a Las Vegas residency at Voltaire at The Venetian, running across multiple August dates.

Hawaii's Finest
2026-08-07 20:00 - 22:30
Hawaii’s Finest in Las Vegas brings its island reggae and Pacific-rooted sound to 24 Oxford at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas, with dates on August 7 and September 11, 2026. Built around the Hawaii’s Finest brand and community, the shows spotlight the laid-back, feel-good reggae that has become a signature of the collective’s Las Vegas events. 24 Oxford is an intimate venue inside Virgin Hotels Las Vegas in the off-Strip Paradise area, a fitting room for a close-up island-music night. For fans of Hawaiian and reggae sounds, these dates offer a relaxed, welcoming alternative to the big Strip stages. Get tickets and plan your Las Vegas visit.
FAQ
When does Hawaii’s Finest play Las Vegas?
Hawaii’s Finest performs at 24 Oxford at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas on August 7 and September 11, 2026.
What kind of music is the show?
The events spotlight island reggae and Pacific-rooted sounds associated with the Hawaii’s Finest brand and community.

Sarah Colonna
2026-08-07 20:00 - 22:30
Friday, August 7 at 8:00 PM — Sarah Colonna steps into the weekend at Brad Garrett’s Comedy Club at MGM Grand, and a Friday crowd gives her comedy the room it deserves.
From online dating to jury duty to the full chaos of adult life in your 30s and beyond, Colonna finds the universal in the specific and delivers it with a directness that makes people feel like she’s speaking just to them. That’s a hard skill to fake, and she’s had it since the beginning.

Kelly Clarkson
2026-08-07 20:00 - 22:30 | The Colosseum at Caesars Palace, 3570 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, 89109, (866) 227-5938
Friday, August 7 at 8:00 PM opens the final stretch of Kelly Clarkson’s summer residency at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace — Studio Sessions still going strong.
Clarkson’s career arc from TV competition winner to Las Vegas headliner is one of pop’s genuinely great stories, and the Studio Sessions concept — career-spanning, band-backed, and built for conversation — shows you exactly why she earned it. The Colosseum amplifies every moment she brings to the stage, and she brings a lot. One of the most consistent live performers on the Strip right now.

Backstreet Boys: Into The Millennium
2026-08-07 20:00 - 22:30 | Sphere, 255 Sands Ave, Las Vegas, 89169, (725) 258-6724
The Into the Millennium residency lands on Friday, August 7 at Sphere — the second night of the fourth-week run and a show that brings the full Las Vegas weekend experience to the Venetian end of the Strip. The Backstreet Boys perform with the kind of polish that comes from having played these songs for stadium audiences since 1999, night after night across continents.
You get the hit catalog and the full technology of the most advanced concert venue currently operating anywhere in the world — Las Vegas on a Friday night doesn’t get much better than this.

First Friday: You Sing It Karaoke!
2026-08-07 19:00 - 22:00 | Millennium FANDOM BAR, 900 South Las Vegas Boulevard, #140, Las Vegas, NV, 89101, United States
Come sing with us every First Friday for our YOU SING IT KARAOKE! All songs welcome and it’s also OPEN COSPLAY!

Shinedown with Coheed and Cambria, From Ashes to New
2026-08-07 19:00 - 21:30
Shinedown in Las Vegas headlines the Michelob ULTRA Arena at Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino on August 7, 2026, with Coheed and Cambria and From Ashes to New on the bill as part of the Dance, Kid, Dance Act II Tour. One of modern rock’s most consistent arena acts, Shinedown pairs anthemic hooks with a big-stage production, and this run follows their eighth studio album, EI8HT. The stacked support lineup — the ambitious prog-leaning Coheed and Cambria plus rap-rock outfit From Ashes to New — makes for a heavy, high-energy night. The Michelob ULTRA Arena sits inside Mandalay Bay at the south end of the Las Vegas Strip, a mid-size arena that keeps the crowd close to the action. Get tickets and plan your Las Vegas visit.
FAQ
When does Shinedown play Las Vegas?
Shinedown headline the Michelob ULTRA Arena at Mandalay Bay on August 7, 2026.
Who else is on the bill?
Coheed and Cambria and From Ashes to New join Shinedown for the Las Vegas date.
What tour is this part of?
The show is part of the Dance, Kid, Dance Act II Tour, following Shinedown’s eighth album, EI8HT.

Sebastian Maniscalco
2026-08-07 19:00 - 21:30 | Encore Theater at Wynn Las Vegas, 3655 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, 89109, (888) 727-4758
Sebastian Maniscalco in Las Vegas returns to the Encore Theater at Wynn Las Vegas for a set of 2026 dates on August 7, August 8, October 9, and October 10. One of stand-up’s biggest touring names, Maniscalco has become a fixture on the Strip, building an ongoing Encore Theater engagement around his animated, observational take on everyday absurdities. The Encore Theater is an elegant, mid-size room inside the Wynn and Encore complex on the north end of the Las Vegas Strip, prized for its plush setting and strong sightlines. For fans of his high-energy delivery, these dates offer several chances to catch him in a premier Strip showroom. Get tickets and plan your Las Vegas visit.
FAQ
Which 2026 dates does Sebastian Maniscalco play in Las Vegas?
He performs at the Encore Theater on August 7, August 8, October 9, and October 10, 2026.
Is this a Las Vegas residency?
The dates are part of Maniscalco’s ongoing Encore Theater engagement at Wynn Las Vegas.

Karol G
2026-08-07 19:00 - 21:30 | Allegiant Stadium, 3333 Al Davis Way, Las Vegas, 89118, (725) 780-2000
Karol G in Las Vegas brings the Colombian superstar to Allegiant Stadium on August 7, 2026, for her Viajando Por El Mundo Tropitour. Riding one of the biggest runs in Latin music — including a history-making Coachella headline set as the first Latina to top that bill — Karol G arrives in Las Vegas as a genuine stadium headliner. Allegiant Stadium, the 65,000-seat venue just off the south end of the Strip, is built for exactly this scale of production. Las Vegas has long been one of her most-played cities, and this date lands as one of the summer’s marquee Latin concerts. For fans of reggaeton and Latin pop, it is a can’t-miss stadium night steps from the resort corridor. Get tickets and plan your Las Vegas visit.
FAQ
When does Karol G play Las Vegas?
Karol G performs at Allegiant Stadium on August 7, 2026.
What tour is the Las Vegas show part of?
The date is part of her Viajando Por El Mundo Tropitour.
Why is this tour notable?
It follows Karol G’s history-making Coachella 2026 set as the first Latina artist to headline the festival.

Mind2Mind - Mentalist Duo
2026-08-07 19:00 - 21:30 | Fontainebleau Las Vegas, 2777 South Las Vegas Blvd., Las Vegas, 89015
Friday, August 7 at 7:00 PM, Mind2Mind takes the stage at Azul in Fontainebleau Las Vegas — the early show on a Friday night, and a sharp way to begin the weekend.
James and Marina are the FISM Gold Medal-winning mentalist duo who’ve appeared on America’s Got Talent, Britain’s Got Talent, and Masters of Illusion. Deep into their Las Vegas residency, their 75-minute show has a well-worn confidence — Marina goes blindfolded to the far end of Azul after the opening ritual, and what she reveals from there keeps the room completely still. The early slot is out by 8:30 PM with the whole Strip night ahead.

Classic Shotz – Friday, August 7th
2026-08-07 19:00 - 21:00 | Vegas Valley Winery, 7360 Eastgate Rd Ste 123, Henderson, NV, 89011, United States
Classic Shotz is an acoustic rock duo specializing in timeless soft rock hits from artists like Fleetwood Mac, Oasis, Bad Co., Heart, Peter Frampton, The Rolling Stones, Pat Benatar, and many more
With a mix of strong vocals, acoustic guitar, bass and a touch of personality, we focus on delivering music that feels both familiar and fresh, even some fun mashups. Our goal is to enhance the ambiance—never compete with it, creating an atmosphere where guests can relax, sip, wine, connect, and enjoy the experience.

Chase Brown’s Vegas Country
2026-08-07 18:30 - 23:59
“Chase has it all. The Texas-born performer has the good looks, the tremendous talent,the awesome voice, the entertaining moves, and that indefinable something that ties it all together. No orchestra, no keyboard – just one hot sexy talented man showing what he’s got. There is nothing like a Chase Brown show!” – Dianne Davis, Splash Magazines
“Chase down Chase Brown! The biggest and best little country music show in Vegas.” – Carson Kressley
“Serving top notch country entertainment, Chase Brown is Las Vegas at its Best.” – Shangela, HBO’s “We’re Here” and “Ru Paul’s Drag Race”
“The Chase is ON!!!”- Andy Cohen, Bravo
Buy Tickets
Ages 18+
Doors at 6:00 pm.
Show time at 6:30 pm.
PARKING INFO: Parking is available underneath Neonopolis from 4th street, the ramp is on the right side of the street just past Denny’s. Park on level P2. Once parked, take the parking elevator from the parking garage up to the 3rd floor. Notoriety’s doors are straight ahead once you come off of the elevator.

Chase Brown's Vegas Country
2026-08-07 18:30 - 20:00 | 450 Fremont St #380, 450 Fremont Street, #380, Las Vegas, NV, 89101, United States
The Singing Cowboy performs hits from every decade to get you out on the floor.

LIVING LA VITA LADIES - THE POSSIBILITY PROJECT
2026-08-07 18:00 - 20:00 | Muze Office | Meeting Rooms | Coworking Space | Virtual Office | Private Office, 6860 Bermuda Road, #200, Las Vegas, NV, 89119, United States
Designing a Life You're Excited to Live!

Dream it. Draw it. Live it.
Join Living La Vita Ladies for two hours where the only agenda is yours!

First Friday
2026-08-07 17:00 - 23:00 | First Friday Las Vegas, 1025 South 1st Street, Las Vegas, NV, 89101, United States
Join us in the arts district on Main Street for the next First Friday, July 4th 2025 supporting local artists on the Art Walk!

July 4th at 1025 South 1st St. 5pm-11pm

Special note: PLAN to spend YOUR 4th of July with us next month! 5pm-11pm You can see the fireworks from the First Friday event in the arts district that will come from the top of the Plaza Hotel! The First Friday artwalk event is FREE! Support your local artists and small businesses and eat great food from local food trucks! NO FIREWORKS, SPARKLERS, FIRECRACKERS, POP ITS, GLASS BOTTLES, OR OUTSIDE ALCOHOL ALLOWED. THANK YOU

Featured Artist: July’s Featured artist is LaRon Emcee

See live painting with local artists throughout the event curated by ISI Group & Recycled Propaganda

Visit our residency art gallery inside Art Square Suite 170 resident artists Nancy Good and Andrea Knox

Special Note Preview Thursday July 3rd Andrea Knox Art Exhibit in the resident artist space inside Arts Square

Music: Visit local artists on the Church of Bass Stage and visit DJ Eric Roulette. All entertainment starts at 5pm featuring local talent till 11pm.

Support our key sponsors: Las Vegas Raiders, City of Las Vegas, Jardin, , Eric Roy Law Firm, Verizon, Don Julio, The English Hotel, KTNV 13 , and Park West Gallery.

We are ecstatic to host local culture and community and always consider all proper health and safety protocols each month.

Parking

Headed to First Friday? Don’t waste time driving around downtown Las Vegas trying to find a spot. Take advantage of one of our offerings.

Park & Ride

Park at the city of Las Vegas parking garage, 500 S. Main St., and take the FREE shuttle to and from First Friday. The shuttle runs from 3 p.m. to midnight. Additional parking at 902 Casino Center and 1025 South First Street, Arts Square parking lot. Additional parking at 1000 Commerce with a short walk into the event.

Reservable Parking Spots

We offer parking throughout downtown that you can reserve in advance. Reserve a spot.

Wherever you park, please make sure the spot is clearly signed for public or event parking; never park anywhere that is not.

The Wizard of Oz at Sphere
2026-08-07 14:00 - 16:30 | Sphere, 255 Sands Ave, Las Vegas, 89169, (725) 258-6724
Friday, August 7 at 2:00 PM, The Wizard of Oz at Sphere runs its afternoon show as this Las Vegas production approaches its one-year mark — a 4D immersive film that expanded what Sphere could be as a venue.
From the tornado wind effects to the Emerald City in 16K resolution to the haptic seats during the Wicked Witch’s sequences, every moment has a physical counterpart in the room. This is a Friday afternoon spent genuinely inside a story rather than watching one — a distinction that stays with you after you leave.

Around the Table: Stories of Nevada Foodways
2026-08-07 13:00 - 17:00 | Nevada Humanities Program Gallery, 1017 S. 1st Street, #190, Las Vegas, 89191, United States
Nevada Humanities presents Around the Table: Stories of Nevada Foodways, an exhibition celebrating the diverse food traditions and stories of the people of the Silver State. Around the Table: Stories of Nevada Foodways will be on display at the Nevada Humanities Program Gallery in Las Vegas from June 4 to Aug. 26, 2026.
Around the Table: Stories of Nevada Foodways features stories about the food traditions of Nevadans as told through handmade, descriptive, illustrated recipe cards and zines. A zine is a small, handmade, self-published booklet or magazine that provides a hands-on, do-it-yourself way to share stories, artwork, poetry, and ideas. Around the Table: Stories of Nevada Foodways will display food-oriented zines and recipe cards created by everyday Nevadans from across the state that represent the diversity and meaning of Nevada’s family food traditions.
Around the Table: Stories of Nevada Foodways is part of Nevada Humanities’ Around the Table initiative of free, public humanities-based programming in commemoration of the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Throughout 2026, Nevada Humanities invites Nevadans to share and celebrate their diverse food traditions through a series of public events and creative reflections that explore Nevada foodways, food traditions, and expressive culture across the Silver State. Nevada Humanities will document Nevadans’ food stories and traditions in a new zine and recipe card collection housed in the Nevada Humanities archives. For more information on making zines or contributing to the collection, visit Around the Table: Contribute Your Recipe Cards and Zines to learn more.
As part of Around the Table: Stories of Nevada Foodways, Nevada Humanities is hosting a series of zine making workshops during May, June, and July 2026. Event information will be available soon at nevadahumanities.org/calendar and in our upcoming email newsletters.
Around the Table: Stories of Nevada Foodways is supported by Nevada Humanities’ generous donors and is produced by Nevada Humanities as part of the national initiative By the People: Conversations Beyond 250, which is a series of community-driven programs created by humanities councils in collaboration with local partners. By the People was developed by the Federation of State Humanities Councils and the Smithsonian Center for Folklife and Cultural Heritage.
The Nevada Humanities Program Gallery is located at 1017 S. 1st Street, #190, Las Vegas, and is open for viewing Monday – Friday, 1-5 p.m., and on the first Friday of the month until 10 p.m. for First Friday events.
For more information, contact Bobbie Ann Howell via email at bahowell@nevadahumanities.org or by phone at 702-800-4670.
