PHOTOS: Vegas Happenings 2018

X107.5’s Holiday Havoc 2018 returned to The Pearl at Palms hotel-casino on Dec. 6. Photo by: Edison G Productions

X107.5’s Holiday Havoc 2018 returned to The Pearl at Palms hotel-casino on Dec. 6.
Photo by: Edison G Productions

X107.5’s Holiday Havoc 2018 returned to The Pearl at Palms hotel-casino on Dec. 6. Photo by: Edison G Productions

Celebrities walked the Soul Train Awards 2018 red carpet at the Orleans hotel-casino on Nov. 17.
Photo by: Joe Buglewicz/Las Vegas News Bureau

Legendary drummer Travis Barker took over Hyde Bellagio in Las Vegas for an outrageous 43rd birthday bash alongside Blink-182 singer Matt Skiba on Nov. 16. Photo by: Hyde Bellagio

Las Vegas hometown heroes Imagine Dragons surprised fans with a secret concert at The Chelsea inside The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas on Nov. 7. They celebrated the release of their latest album, Origins. Photo by: Kabik Photo Group/Paul Citone and Jeff Ragazzo

Imagine Dragons surprised fans at a private event hosted to celebrate the band’s upcoming album release of “Origins” at 107 SkyLounge inside the Stratosphere hotel-casino on Nov. 7. Photo by: Imagine Dragons

Ribbon cutting ceremony on Nov. 1 at Crossroads of Southern Nevada included Mayor Carolyn Goodman, Sheriff Joe Lombardo, County Commissioner Steve Sisolak, and Assistant Attorney General J. Brin Gibson. All of whom have supported Jeffrey Iverson, CrossRoads parent company’s CEO. Photo by: CrossRoads of Southern Nevada

Boxing icon Mike Tyson was spotted in the audience at Salt-N-Pepa's I Love The '90s - Vegas Show at the Paris Las Vegas on Oct. 26.Photo by: Salt-N-Pepa's I Love The '90s - Vegas Show

Celebrities and VIPs came to the premiere of Salt-N-Pepa's I Love The '90s Vegas Show on Oct. 25 inside the Paris Theater at the Paris Las Vegas.Photo by: Denise Truscello

Celebrities and VIPs came to the premiere of Salt-N-Pepa's I Love The '90s Vegas Show on Oct. 25 inside the Paris Theater at the Paris Las Vegas.
Photo by: Denise Truscello

Reality TV personality and world-famous Gold & Silver Pawn Shop co-owner Rick Harrison was spotted attending the new show Opium at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas on Oct. 20. Photo by: Marcus Skrinak/Spiegelworld

Vegas Golden Knights forward Jonathan Marchessault attending Absinthe at Caesars Palace hotel-casino in Las Vegas on Oct. 19. Photo by: Fabian Pino/Spiegelworld

Chef Nobu Matsuhisa and Robert De Niro host an event celebrating Nobu Hotel Caesars Palace’s fifth anniversary on Oct. 19. Photo by: Glenn Pinkerton/Las Vegas News Bureau

The Las Vegas Fashion Council's fourth annual artLIVE! event on Oct. 19 raised more than $15,000 to benefit the LVFC's scholarship fund in an effort to support emerging student artists and designers.Photo by: Joel Cada

Actress Bella Thorne celebrated her 21st birthday in the sweetest way possible at Sugar Factory American Brasserie Las Vegas on Oct. 8. After years of enjoying the restaurant's virgin signature candy goblets, Thorne could not wait to have her first adult goblet. Photo by: Denise Truscello/WireImage

Adult film actress and model, Bridgette B. celebrated her birthday with a late-night bash at Crazy Horse 3 gentlemen’s club in Las Vegas on Oct. 13.Photo by: Joe Fury

The ladies of FANTASY, the sexy adult revue at the Luxor hotel-casino, celebrated the debut of the show’s 2019 calendar, “The Golden Goddesses of FANTASY” and honored FANTASY’s 19th anniversary on Oct. 11. Photo by: Bryan Steffy, WireImage

The LINQ hotel-casino officially opened its new race and sports book called The Book with NFL Hall of Famer Terrell Owens on Oct. 11. Owens joined Caesars Entertainment CEO and President Mark Frissora for a celebratory pass and spike of the football to commemorate the occasion.Photo by: Patrick Gray/KabikPhotoGroup.com

Mandalay Bay and Delano Las Vegas kicked off a fun-filled epicurean weekend, The Chef’s Table: an EPICurean Experience, with a lavish dinner at Rivea , Alain Ducasse’s French-Italian restaurant. A high-energy vibe mixed with world-renowned culinary talent, the Dine Under the (Michelin) Stars dinner featured a tasting menu created by the resorts’ award-winning chefs: Alain Ducasse, Michael Mina, Charlie Palmer, Shawn McClain, Hubert Keller, Susan Feniger and Akira Back. Photo by: Brenton Ho for Mandalay Bay and Delano Las Vegas

Mandalay Bay and Delano Las Vegas kicked off a fun-filled epicurean weekend, The Chef’s Table: an EPICurean Experience, with a lavish dinner at Rivea, Alain Ducasse’s French-Italian restaurant. A high-energy vibe mixed with world-renowned culinary talent, the Dine Under the (Michelin) Stars dinner featured a tasting menu created by the resorts’ award-winning chefs: Alain Ducasse, Michael Mina, Charlie Palmer, Shawn McClain, Hubert Keller, Susan Feniger and Akira Back. Photo by: Brenton Ho for Mandalay Bay and Delano Las Vegas

Mandalay Bay and Delano Las Vegas kicked off a fun-filled epicurean weekend, The Chef’s Table: an EPICurean Experience, with a lavish dinner at Rivea , Alain Ducasse’s French-Italian restaurant. A high-energy vibe mixed with world-renowned culinary talent, the Dine Under the (Michelin) Stars dinner featured a tasting menu created by the resorts’ award-winning chefs: Alain Ducasse, Michael Mina, Charlie Palmer, Shawn McClain, Hubert Keller, Susan Feniger and Akira Back. Photo by: Brenton Ho for Mandalay Bay and Delano Las Vegas

Cormier arrived at Chateau Nightclub & Rooftop following his heavyweight victory on July 7 to host a knockout afterparty, lifting his championship belts as confetti rained down in celebration of his win and Chateau presented VIP bottle service and “GOAT” signs. The fighter partied late into the evening, sipping Veuve Clicquot as fans cheered him on and took photos.Photo by: Courtesy of Chateau Nightclub & Rooftop

Football player Marshawn "Beast Mode" Lynch arrived at the rooftop nightclub July 6 with a crew of friends and fans. The running back greeted the crowd from his lavish VIP booth as he partied alongside DJ Shadow ReD. At the party, Chateau made a donation to the Fam1st Family Foundation, created by Lynch and Joshua Johnson, which provides mentors for underprivileged youth, focusing on the topics of education, literacy and self-esteem.Photo by: Courtesy of Chateau Nightclub & Rooftop

Retired NBA star, Shaquille O’Neal, hosted a pop-up DJ set at Chateau Nightclub & Rooftop at Paris Las Vegas on June 23.Photo by: Courtesy of Chateau Nightclub & Rooftop

Comedian, author and host of “The Daily Show,” Trevor Noah, met with members of WNBA team, the Las Vegas Aces, who were in attendance of his stand-up comedy show at Park Theater at Park MGM in Las Vegas.Photo by: Al Powers for Park Theater

Drai’s Nightclub atop The Cromwell in Las Vegas hosted several big names on Saturday night, June 9, during a full-length concert performance by Tip “T.I.” Harris, including champion boxer Terence Crawford, who defeated Jeff Horn for the WBO welterweight title at MGM Grand Garden Arena earlier in the night; “Black Panther” star Chadwick Boseman, who enjoyed the show from a stageside VIP booth; actor Omar Gooding; and Arizona Cardinals cornerback Patrick Peterson.Photo by: Andrew Dang/Tony Tran Photography

Drummer Travis Barker (L) and singer/bassist Mark Hoppus of Blink-182 perform as the band kicks of its 16-show "Kings of the Weekend" residency at The Pearl concert theater at Palms Casino Resort on May 26, 2018 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by David Becker)Photo by: David Becker

Singer/bassist Mark Hoppus of Blink-182 performs as the band kicks of its 16-show "Kings of the Weekend" residency at The Pearl concert theater at Palms Casino Resort on May 26, 2018 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by David Becker)Photo by: David Becker

Drummer Travis Barker of Blink-182 perform as the band kicks of its 16-show "Kings of the Weekend" residency at The Pearl concert theater at Palms Casino Resort on May 26, 2018 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by David Becker)Photo by: David Becker

Guitarist Matt Skiba of Blink-182 perform as the band kicks of its 16-show "Kings of the Weekend" residency at The Pearl concert theater at Palms Casino Resort on May 26, 2018 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by David Becker)Photo by: David Becker

Drummer Travis Barker of Blink-182 perform as the band kicks of its 16-show "Kings of the Weekend" residency at The Pearl concert theater at Palms Casino Resort on May 26, 2018 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by David Becker)Photo by: David Becker

(L-R) Singer/bassist Mark Hoppus, drummer Travis Barker and guitarist Matt Skiba of Blink-182 perform as the band kicks of its 16-show "Kings of the Weekend" residency at The Pearl concert theater at Palms Casino Resort on May 26, 2018 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by David Becker)Photo by: David Becker

Sibel Altun, left, of Sydney Australia, is greeted by "Elvis," Steve Connolly, as she learns she is the Las Vegas Monorail's 80 Millionth Rider at the LINQ Hotel & Casino/Harrah's Monorail Station in Las Vegas on Wednesday, May 16, 2018. Part of Altun's prize is a swag bag worth over $3,000 in Las Vegas experiences.Photo by: Mark Damon/Las Vegas News Bureau

LAS VEGAS, NV - MAY 20: Gelila Puck, Wolfgang Puck and Jennifer Lopez arrive at Spago at Bellagio on May 20, 2018 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Denise Truscello/Getty Images for MGM Resorts International)Photo by: Denise Truscello

LAS VEGAS, NV - MAY 20: Wolfgang Puck and Gelila Puck attend Spago at Bellagio on May 20, 2018 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Denise Truscello/Getty Images for MGM Resorts International)Photo by: Denise Truscello

LAS VEGAS, NV - MAY 20: Alexander Puck, Wolfgang Puck, Jennifer Lopez, Gelila Puck and French Montana attend Spago at Bellagio on May 20, 2018 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Denise Truscello/Getty Images for MGM Resorts International)Photo by: Denise Truscello

Golf 4 The Kids raised $70,000 for the nonprofit organization that provides medical treatment to children affected by cancer and many other life-threatening conditions. This year, golfers had the opportunity to take part in the “marshmallow smash” on one of the holes, using a marshmallow instead of a golf ball. The tournament was played April 30 on Red Rock Country Club’s private Mountain Course. Photo by: Courtesy

On May 7, ABSINTHE celebrated its seventh anniversary in Las Vegas with a history-making day that began with the Las Vegas Strip being renamed in honor of the show’s outlandish host, and ended with The Gazillionaire’s Gala of Gluttony, a one-night-only dinner theatre gala at

On Friday night (May 4, 2018), Wynn Las Vegas resident entertainer John Fogerty donned a custom Vegas Golden Knights jersey during the performance of his signature hit “Centerfield.” In support of the hometown team’s playoff game that evening, Fogerty sported the jersey which featured his name on the back. Please find images from the performance below. Fogerty will return to the Encore Theater stage at Wynn Las Vegas May 9, May 11 and May 12. For tickets or more information, visit

Fifth-place finisher Guilherme Marchi holds on during the Professional Bull Rider's "Last Man Standing" event Saturday, May 5, 2018, at the Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas. Photo by: Sam Morris / Las Vegas News Bureau

Jose Vitor Leme rides Budakon during the Professional Bull Rider's "Last Man Standing" event Saturday, May 5, 2018, at the Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas. Photo by: Sam Morris / Las Vegas News Bureau

Silvano Alves gets tossed off After Midnight during the Professional Bull Rider's "Last Man Standing" event Saturday, May 5, 2018, at the Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas. Photo by: Sam Morris / Las Vegas News Bureau

Taboo from the hip-hop group The Black Eyed Peas celebrated Cinco de Mayo with a performance at Flamingo Las Vegas' GO Pool Dayclub on May 5, 2018.Photo by: Bryan Steffy

On May 5, 2018, the cast and crew of "Le Rêve - The Dream" celebrated their 6,000th performance at Wynn Las Vegas. The show got its start in 2005 and has been experienced by more than 6 million guests.Photo by: Wynn Las Vegas

Spring Jamboree in Boulder City. Saturday, May 5, 2018. Photo by: Glenn Pinkerton/Las Vegas News Bureau

A wandering musician sits on a park bench and serenades all the passers-by at the Spring Jamboree in Boulder City. Saturday, May 5, 2018. Photo by: Glenn Pinkerton/Las Vegas News Bureau

Comedians Tape Face and Murray Hill were spotted attending the new show "OPIUM" at the Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas on May 4. They took time after the show to meet with the crew and express their enjoyment.Photo by: OPIUM Las Vegas

Magician Murray Sawchuck was spotted attending the new show "OPIUM" at the Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas on May 4. He was treated to a VIP meet-and-greet with the cast and crew after the show.Photo by: OPIUM Las Vegas

Cardi B surprised guests at Drai's Nightclub with a special performance alongside Migos on March 27, 2018. Denver Broncos defensive end Von Miller and Sacramento Kings center Willie Cauley-Stein were also seen joining Migos on stage.Photo by: Tony Tran Photography

ZZ TOP kicked off their limited engagement to two sold-out audiences Friday, April 20, and Saturday, April 21, at The Venetian Theatre inside The Venetian Las Vegas. The rock icons received a standing ovation as soon as they took the stage each night, and treated their fans to some of their most iconic hits, including “Waitin’ for the Bus” “Jesus Just Left Chicago.” “La Grange” “Tush” “Legs” and “Sharp Dressed Man."Photo by: Steve Rose

Recording artist Vance Joy performs at The Pearl concert theater at the Palms Casino Resort Friday, April 20, 2018 in Las Vegas. Photo by: David Becker

Kelly Clarkson and her husband, Brandon Blackstock, were spotted at the Hyde Lounge at T-Mobile Arena during Justin Timberlake's concert on April 14. Photo by: Hyde Lounge at T-Mobile Arena

The world's largest Steak 'n Shake opened up at Hooters Casino Hotel on April 5. Clark County Commissioner Jim Gibson joined executives from Steak 'n Shake and Hooters Casino Hotel in a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the opening.Photo by: Las Vegas Photo and Video

"Vanderpump Rules" star Tom Sandoval attended "Sex Tips for Straight Women from a Gay Man" on March 27 at Paris Las Vegas. He met up with the show's stars, Scheana Shay and Chester Lockhart, after the performance during a VIP meet-and-greet.Photo by: SPI Entertainment

Actress Christy Carlson Romano celebrated her birthday weekend in Las Vegas and was spotted at Michael Morton's MB Steak at the Hard Rock hotel-casino on March 25. She and her husband, Brendan Rooney, shared a shellfish platter featuring Maine lobster tail, Alaskan King crab, jumbo shrimp, and east and west oysters. They also had an 18-ounce rib-eye, lobster mac and cheese, and carrot cake for dessert.Photo by: MB Steak

Blogger, columnist, and television personality Perez Hilton celebrated his 40th birthday by going to see "BAZ - A Musical Mash-Up" at The Palazzo Las Vegas on March 23. He joined the cast after the show for a meet-and-greet to commemorate the evening's guest of honor.Photo by: The Venetian Las Vegas

Celebrity chef Giada De Laurentiis was spotted attending "Mat Franco - Magic Reinvented Nightly" at the LINQ hotel-casino on March 24. After the show, Giada and her family were treated to a meet-and-greet with Mat Franco.Photo by: Mat Franco - Magic Reinvented Nightly

The 4th Annual PurpleStride Las Vegas 5k and 1 mile family friendly run/walk to end pancreatic cance was held Saturday, March 24 at the Green at Town Square. The Pancreatic Cancer Network raised approximately $135,000 and had 2,000 attendees. Photo by: Courtesy

Former New York City Mayor Rudy Giuliani attended "BAZ - A Musical Mash-Up" at the Palazzo Las Vegas on March 8. After the show, he joined cast members Patrick Ortiz and Timyra-Joi on stage for a meet-and-greet. Photo by: The Venetian Las Vegas

Artist Kitos Lucero, known as Childhood Cancer Is The Real Boogieman, took over Marvel Avengers S.T.A.T.I.O.N. in Treasure Island and created pieces of art with Marlee and Nic, two childhood cancer warriors, on March 4. As each kid narrated their journey and answered questions from Lucero, he represented their answers through paint colors. When the stories were done, the paint was applied to the canvas to create a new story. The kids and their family then spent time having fun in the attraction, escorted by Agent 11 and Spiderman.Photo by: Courtesy

Nickelback and AEG Presents partnered with Lotus Broadcasting to host an exclusive blackjack tournament for radio winners at the Hard Rock hotel-casino on Feb. 27, 2018. Lucky fans mixed and mingled with the band members, took selfies, asked for autographs, and the winner got an electric guitar signed by the band. Photo by: Brenton Ho/Kabik Photo Group

More than 100 local philanthropists and supporters of Olive Crest in Nevada attended Sips, Sweets and Jewels on Feb. 11. The event featured a special shopping experience at Kendra Scott in Fashion Show Mall, champagne and a Valentine’s Day-themed dessert bar. Jewelry designers at Kendra Scott created custom color palettes for guests at the store’s color bar. Over $1,100 was raised for Olive Crest in Nevada.Photo by: Courtesy

Tivoli Village hosted a Community Painting Day on Feb. 24. With a $2 donation to Create a Change Now, guests received a paintbrush, palette, and the opportunity to leave their mark on a whimsical painting installation led by artist Geoffrey Gersten.Photo by: Tivoli Village

(l-r) Chad Kroeger, Ryan Peake, Mike Kroeger and Daniel Adair, together known as Nickelback is honored with an exclusive memorabilia case at the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino. Thursday, February 22, 2018.Photo by: Glenn Pinkerton/Las Vegas News Bureau

Nickelback is honored with an exclusive memorabilia case at the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino. In this photo (l-r) Chad Kroeger speaks with media and bandmates Ryan Peake, Mike Kroeger and Daniel Adair about some of the memorabilia in the case. Thursday, February 22, 2018.Photo by: Glenn Pinkerton/Las Vegas News Bureau

Nickelback is honored with an exclusive memorabilia case at the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino. Thursday, February 22, 2018. Photo by: Glenn Pinkerton/Las Vegas News B

China Tang celebrated its debut in the Western Hemisphere at MGM Grand Las Vegas on Feb. 16. The event included a lion dance, noodle pulling, a mask changing ceremony, dim sum demonstrations, a singer performing in Mandarin, executives smashing flaming chicken dishe, and food and drinks.Photo by: Courtesy

The sky-high hotspot was bumping again when Big Sean took the stage to assist the pre-game party on Saturday night. Met with huge cheers from a high-energy crown, Sean treated partygoers to anthems like “Bounce Back,” along with newer hits like “Pull Up N Wreck” and “Moves.” Photo by: Brandon Pearson

The three-night celebration began Friday, Feb. 2, with Ty Dolla $ign providing the soundtrack for the night in his highly-anticipated return to the Drai’s LIVE stage. Revelers packed into the rooftop oasis to bask in the beats and smooth vocals of hits like “It’s A Vibe,” “Love U Better” and “Ex.” Dolla $ign provided the perfect kickoff to the weekendPhoto by: Brandon Pearson

The Golden Gate Hotel and Casino celebrates the property's 112th Birthday. The property opening in 1906 at One Fremont Street, it's legacy spans the birth of Las Vegas, the Roaring 20's, the Rat Pack and now the 21st century. Saturday, January 13, 2017. Photo by: Glenn Pinkerton/Las Vegas News Bureau

The Golden Gate Hotel and Casino celebrates the property's 112th Birthday. The property opening in 1906 at One Fremont Street, it's legacy spans the birth of Las Vegas, the Roaring 20's, the Rat Pack and now the 21st century. In this photo, Derek Stevens CEO of the Golden Gate Hotel and Casino toasts the property’s 112th birthday with bartender Alysha Mares. Saturday, January 13, 2017. Photo by: Glenn Pinkerton/Las Vegas News Bureau

The Golden Gate Hotel and Casino celebrates the property's 112th Birthday. The property opening in 1906 at One Fremont Street, it's legacy spans the birth of Las Vegas, the Roaring 20's, the Rat Pack and now the 21st century. Saturday, January 13, 2017.Photo by: Glenn Pinkerton/Las Vegas News Bureau

The Golden Gate Hotel and Casino celebrates the property's 112th Birthday. The property opening in 1906 at One Fremont Street, it's legacy spans the birth of Las Vegas, the Roaring 20's, the Rat Pack and now the 21st century. In this photo (left to right) Logan Lane, Kelsi Stephens and Lauren Freeman from Amarillo, Texas toast the properties 112th Birthday with the 99 cent Golden Gate Birthday Shots. Saturday, January 13, 2017.Photo by: Glenn Pinkerton/Las Vegas News Bureau

The Golden Gate Hotel and Casino celebrates the property's 112th Birthday. The property opening in 1906 at One Fremont Street, it's legacy spans the birth of Las Vegas, the Roaring 20's, the Rat Pack and now the 21st century. These Birthday Cake shots are offered for 99 cents - a nod to the original shrimp cocktail price. Saturday, January 13, 2017. Photo by: Glenn Pinkerton/Las Vegas News Bureau

PHOTOS: Vegas Happenings 2018

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