Comedian Bill Engvall Brings Comedy To Las Vegas For NASCAR Week-End

Celebrating his fifth year as a comedic headliner at Treasure Island, Bill Engvall brings his trademark comedy back to the Treasure Island Theatre March 6 at 9 p.m. during NASCAR Weekend in Las Vegas.

Engvall was one of the finalists on the popular fan-voted ABC show “Dancing With the Stars” with partner Emma Slater in 2013. He formerly hosted “Country Fried Home Videos” on CMT and “Lingo” on the Game Show Network; starred in and served as executive producer for “The Bill Engvall Show” on TBS; and provided the voice to one of the four main characters on CMT’s first-ever animated project, “Bounty Hunters.”

He was a member of the “Blue Collar Comedy” troupe and has starred in “Blue Collar TV,” “Blue Collar Comedy Tour: The Movie,” “Blue Collar Comedy Tour Rides Again” and “Blue Collar Comedy Tour: One for the Road” alongside fellow comedians Jeff Foxworthy, Larry the Cable Guy and Ron White.

Engvall and fellow comedian Gary Brightwell are daily hosts of “Off the Cuff with Bill Engvall” on Sirius/XM’s Blue Collar Radio. In 2014 he released his eleventh comedy album, “Ultimate Laughs,” and completed filming of the television movie “Do It Yourself.”

Engvall earned a career break-through when he earned the title of Best Male Stand-up Comedian at the 1992 American Comedy Awards. His first album, “Here’s Your Sign,” reached No. 5 on the U.S. Billboard Top Country Albums list in 1997.

Tickets are available starting at $59.95, plus taxes and service charges, and can be purchased by calling 866-712-9308 or 702-894-7722, or visiting www.treasureisland.com.

Viewing Parties To Take Place At World Famous Crazy Horse III For NASCAR

Racers, start your engines! World-famous gentlemen’s club Crazy Horse III will host sexy NASCAR viewing parties from Friday, March 6 through Sunday, March 8.

Race enthusiasts may enjoy specials including buckets of four Bud Light bottles, priced at $20, from noon to 8 p.m. NASCAR aficionados will be able to view the fast-paced action on more than one dozen high-definition screens alongside the venue’s stunning entertainers.

Motorsports fans with a need for speed may arrive via the club’s complimentary limo service, pending availability, by calling 702-673-1700.

Photo Credit - Jenna Dosch

About Crazy Horse III

Guests may take advantage of the mega-club’s complimentary transportation, pending availability, by calling 702-673-1700. To learn more about Crazy Horse III, visit www.crazyhorse3.com, follow Crazy Horse III on Twitter and Instagram@CrazyHorse3LV and become a fan on Facebook at www.Facebook.com/CrazyHorse3LV. The 40,000-square-foot+ venue is located minutes away from the Las Vegas Strip, just a few blocks west of I-15 on Russell Rd.

Miley Cyrus Wrecking Ball Wax Likeness To Be Unveiled At Madame Tussauds

This Monday, March 9, Madame Tussauds Las Vegas will debut its wildest wax figure yet: Miley Cyrus on a wrecking ball, suspended from a 130-foot-high, 90-ton crane in front of The Venetian® Las Vegas. At 9 a.m., the attraction’s newest figure will make its world debut on the Doge’s Palace canal bridge, in front of the hotel property.

Miley Cyrus' figure was a unique creation for Madame Tussauds' studio team as this project included not only her figure, but also the wrecking ball itself. Together, the figure and the ball weigh more than 200 pounds. Along with a 30 foot long chain, the top of Miley's head to the bottom of the wrecking ball will stand at more than 10 feet. The figure and the ball took more than six months to create with a team of 20 dedicated artists. Based on more than 300 precise body measurements, the figure was first sculpted in clay by hand then covered in a plaster cast. Once the clay was removed from the cast, the wax was poured in and allowed to cool. Finally, the figure was fitted with acrylic eyes and teeth; hairs on the head were inserted individually by hand and countless layers of paints and tints were applied to build up skin tones – all to achieve an astonishingly lifelike figure.

Following the figure's unveiling, Miley's figure will be permanently installed into the attraction's Music Room.

Madame Tussauds London will be revealing its own unique wax likeness of Miley Cyrus the week following the Las Vegas launch. For additional information, visit  madametussauds.com/London or @MadameTussauds on Twitter.

To purchase tickets to be the first to see Miley and Madame Tussauds' collection of more than 100 figures including the brand new Hangover Experience, go to www.MadameTussauds.com/LasVegas.

The Venetian Las Vegas' Doge’s Palace canal bridge3355 S Las Vegas Blvd.

Las Vegas, NV 89109

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ABOUT MADAME TUSSAUDS LAS VEGAS

Madame Tussauds Las Vegas is the world-famous interactive wax attraction on the Las Vegas Strip in front of the Venetian and features eight unique rooms. Relive “The Hangover” with Alan and Phil in “The Hangover Experience,” pose for the paparazzi with Lady Gaga, get on the red carpet with Sandra Bullock, and fight crime alongside Spider-Man in the amazing Marvel Super Heroes 4D Experience. With more than 100 wax figures, Madame Tussauds Las Vegas allows guests to take pictures, touch and get up close in a themed setting. Madame Tussauds Las Vegas opens 365 days of the year at 10 a.m. For general admission, adults (ages 13 and up) are $29.95; children (ages 4 through 12) are $19.95; children under 3 are free. For more information, go to www.MadameTussauds.com/LasVegas, like on Facebook at Facebook.com/madametussaudslasvegas or follow on Twitter and Instagram: @TussaudsVegas.

Titanic's Rare Cherub Display Extended At The Luxor

The rare cherub statue at Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition inside Luxor Hotel and Casino will be on display for an extended period of time and will be available to view through March 31. This is the Cherub’s first Las Vegas appearance and was installed for a limited engagement. The special display is available to view for guests who purchase general admission tickets. The statue is the latest artifact to be installed at the Exhibition in almost two years. 

While the “Ship of Dreams” featured numerous cherub statues, which were primarily used as ornamentation on the Grand Staircase, this is the only statue of its kind ever recovered from the wreckage site. The bronze figure spent decades 2.5 miles below the ocean’s surface before it was recovered by the Director of Underwater Research Program, PH Nargeolet, and team during RMS Titanic’s 1987 expedition. Though it’s missing its torch, artifact specialists believe that this particular cherub, being smaller in size, was a light fixture from a side post newel on the aft staircase that connected the C Deck to the Promenade Deck.

Titanic was first discovered on Sept. 1, 1985, 2.5 miles below the ocean’s surface off the coast of Newfoundland. Dedicated to preserving Titanic’s legacy, Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition takes guests on an emotional journey through the life of the legendary ship. Along the way, visitors learn countless stories of heroism and humanity, paying tribute to the indomitable force of the human spirit in the face of tragedy.

Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition is open daily from 10 a.m. – 10 p.m. with the last admission at 9 p.m. For more information and ticket prices, please visit www.premierexhibitions.com.

About RMS Titanic, Inc. – a wholly owned subsidiary of Premier Exhibitions, Inc.

RMS Titanic, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Premier Exhibitions, Inc., is the only company permitted by law to recover objects from the wreck of Titanic. The Company was granted salvor-in-possession rights to the wreck of Titanic by a United States Federal Court in 1994 and has conducted eight research and recovery expeditions to Titanic recovering more than 5,500 artifacts. In the summer of 2010, RMS Titanic, Inc., conducted a ground-breaking expedition to Titanic 25 years after its discovery, to undertake innovative 3D video recording, data gathering and other technical measures so as to virtually raise Titanic, preserving the legacy of the Ship for all time. Please visit RMS Titanic, Inc. website at www.rmstitanic.net.

NASCAR & Boyd Gaming! Driver Appearances & MORE!

Drivers, start your engines! Boyd Gaming – sponsor of the NASCAR Xfinity Series Boyd Gaming 300 race – is the place to be during Las Vegas’ NASCAR Weekend 2015. Boyd Gaming properties throughout the Las Vegas Valley will be hosting special events and promotions for the race, including NASCAR driver appearances, live entertainment and a charity auction benefiting Speedway Children's Charities. Events include:

NASCAR Driver Appearances

Thursday, March 5

The Speedway Children’s Charities Drivers Auction will take place on Thursday, March 5 at Sam’s Town Live! inside Sam’s Town Hotel and Gambling Hall (5111 Boulder Highway, Las Vegas, NV 89122). The silent auction, benefiting the Las Vegas Chapter of the Speedway Children’s Charities, will feature an array of racing memorabilia and other items. During the live auction, attendees will have the chance to bid on the ride of a lifetime -- a chance to ride around the speedway with your favorite NASCAR Sprint Cup Series or NASCAR Xfinity Series hero during the parade lap for the Kobalt 400 or Boyd Gaming 300.

Clint Bowyer, Driver of the No. 15 5-Hour Energy Toyota, will participate in an interview session with Fox Sports personality Jeff Hammond. Doors open at 5 p.m. and bidding will begin at 6 p.m. Admission is free.

Friday, March 6

The legendary Jeff Gordon, Driver of the No. 24 Pepsi Chevrolet SS, presented by Pepsi, will make a live appearance at The Orleans Hotel and Casino (4500 West Tropicana Avenue). Chris Myers of Fox Sports will host the event. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and admission is free.

Carl Edwards, Driver of the No. 19 ARRIS Toyota, will make a live appearance at the Fremont Hotel and Casino (200 Fremont Street). Jeff Hammond of Fox Sports will host the event. The doors open at 6:30 p.m. and admission is free.

Xfinity Series Boyd Gaming 300

Prepare to experience the rush of an action-packed race. The second running of the Boyd Gaming 300 (previously known as the Sam’s Town 300) will take place at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway on Saturday, March 7.

Friday, March 6

1:30 p.m. - NASCAR Xfinity Series Boyd Gaming 300 practice

3 p.m. - NASCAR Xfinity Series Boyd Gaming 300 final practice

Saturday, March 7

9:45 a.m. - NASCAR Xfinity Series Boyd Gaming 300 qualifying

1 p.m. - NASCAR Xfinity Series Boyd Gaming 300 (200 laps, 300 miles)

Live Entertainment

The Marshall Tucker Band, March 6-7

After the race, head to The Orleans Showroom for the official Boyd Gaming 300 After-Party, featuring The Marshall Tucker Band.

For more than 30 years, The Marshall Tucker Band has influenced country music greats Alabama, The Kentucky Headhunters, Confederate Railroad and Travis Tritt with its definitive blend of rock, rhythm & blues, jazz, country and gospel. With hit singles "Heard It In a Love Song," "Fire On The Mountain," "Can't You See" and "Take The Highway," The Marshall Tucker Band has produced seven gold and three platinum albums. They also scored four hit singles on Billboard's country chart and one on Billboard's gospel chart.

Showtimes are 8 p.m. on Friday, March 6 and Saturday, March 7. Tickets start at $29.95 plus taxes and fees and are available for purchase at www.orleanscasino.com.

Speedway Superstar Contest

In advance of NASCAR weekend, on Friday, February 20, more than 20 contestants will face off in The Orleans Showroom, located within Orleans Hotel and Casino, for the title of “Speedway Superstar.” The winner will get the chance to perform the National Anthem before tens of thousands of NASCAR fans at the Boyd Gaming 300 race at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and finals begin at 7 p.m., admission is free.

Promotions

NASCAR Viewing Parties

Leading up to the race in March, Boyd Gaming properties including The Orleans Hotel and Casino, Gold Coast Hotel and Casino, Suncoast Hotel and Casino and Sam’s Town Hotel and Gambling Hall will be hosting NASCAR viewing parties – kicking off with the Daytona 500 on Saturday, February 22. Guests in attendance will have the chance to win NASCAR weekend tickets, Neon Garage passes and hats during the viewing parties at each property.

Enter to Win a 2016 VIP Race Experience

The prize package includes a 5-day/4-night stay at a Las Vegas Boyd Gaming hotel, two NASCAR weekend terrace tickets, $500 in slot dollars, a $250 dining credit and $250 in airfare credits. Contestants can enter online or on-site during the driver appearance events.

Room and Ticket Packages

To provide guests with the ultimate convenience and racing enjoyment, room and ticket packages are available March 5 - 9, at The Orleans Hotel and Casino, Gold Coast Hotel and Casino, Suncoast Hotel and Casino, Sam’s Town Hotel and Gambling Hall, California Hotel and Casino, Fremont Hotel and Casino, and Main Street Station Casino Brewery Hotel.

For further information and a complete list of all Boyd Gaming 300 events and promotions, visit www.boydgaming300.com . All acts, times, prices and information related to these events are subject to change.

Discuss Boyd Gaming 300 events on social media using the hash tag #BoydGaming300.

About Boyd Gaming

Headquartered in Las Vegas, Boyd Gaming is a leading diversified owner and operator of 22 gaming entertainment properties located in Nevada, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Louisiana, Mississippi and New Jersey. Additional news and information on Boyd Gaming can be found at www.boydgaming.com

PARTY Time! #FollowMe Fridays with DJ Konflict

#FollowMe Fridays with DJ Konflict

Friday, March 6 @ 10:30 pm - 4:00 am

Vegas’ flagship nightclub presents a night not to be missed, Friday nights with resident DJ Que at The Bank…After all, you earned it!

THE BANK NIGHTCLUB

3600 Las Vegas Blvd South, Las Vegas, NV 89109

(702) 693-8300

Shave Your Locks & Get FREE Juice For St. Baldrick's Day

To celebrate the one year anniversary of its grand opening, The Juice Standard, located at 4555 S. Fort Apache Rd., is giving complimentary juice to those who shave their luscious locks to support the St. Baldrick’s Foundation during the month of March.

Participants must tag The Juice Standard in their social media photos during the head-shaving event and show the photos to the cashier to receive a complimentary Bee Pure or Bee Vibrant, both twists on a classic lemonade blend. Bee Pure, a mixture of filtered water, lemon, apple and dandelion is known for its liver cleansing properties, while Bee Vibrant, a spicy combination of filtered water, agave, lemon and cayenne pepper is an ideal choice to boost immunity.

In addition to gifting a juice to St. Baldrick’s participants, the juicery has a jar set up at the front counter for those looking to make a cash contribution to the foundation by donating the dollar they would normally get back from recycling their glass bottles.

The St. Baldrick’s Foundation hosted its first head-shaving event in 2000 and has since grown to over 1,300 events nationwide, collecting thousands of dollars for childhood cancer research. Much like a walk-a-thon, “shavees” pledge their locks to the foundation and collect money from friends and family who would like to support them and their decision to stand side-by-side with a child who has lost their hair due to various cancer-fighting treatments.

Stay up-to-date with news from The Juice Standard on Instagram at @thejuicestandard and on Twitter at @juicestandard.

About The Juice Standard

The Juice Standard is located at 4555 S. Fort Apache Rd. and is open Monday through Saturday from 7 a.m. - 8 p.m. and Sunday from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. The stylish juicery opened in March 2014, offering a variety of cold-pressed juices in 16-ounce glass Singletons, as well as a juice cleanse, super-food smoothies, espresso and acai bowls. A second shop will be opening in Spring 2015 in the Green Valley area, off St. Rose Pkwy. More information is available by calling 702.476.9800, on The Juice Standard’s website at www.gratijuice.com, on Facebook at www.facebook.com/TheJuiceStandard, on Instagram at instagram.com/thejuicestandard, and on Twitter at twitter.com/JuiceStandard.

Party Old School Style At Ravella Lounge At The M Resort

National Meatball Day Coming Up! Celebrate At TREVI Italian Restaurant

Meatballs

Spaghetti 

TREVI Italian Restaurant inside The Forum Shops at Caesars will honor National Meatball Day by offering several specially-priced menu favorites exclusively on Monday, March 9.

Executive Chef Peter Scaturro’s classic spaghetti and meatballs entrée is made with a heaping serving of pasta served with two homemade meatballs in a zesty marinara sauce and will be priced at $15 to celebrate the holiday. Additional specials will include a wood oven-fired meatball pizza for $10, a chicken meatball, vegetable and rice soup for $8.95, an appetizer featuring two jumbo five-ounce meatballs for $5 and a meatball sub sandwich on focaccia bread served with french fries, priced at $15.

Celebrate the holiday with dessert and indulge in chocolate gelato “meatballs” at part of TREVI’s signature spaghetti ice dessert, priced at $9.00. The unique spaghetti, made with vanilla gelato, is accompanied by the chocolate meatballs and topped with a sweet strawberry sauce to mimic the classic dish.

ABOUT TREVI:

TREVI is located at the heart of The Forum Shops at Caesars next to the ‘Fountain of the Gods.’ TREVI has been voted “Best of Las Vegas” for Italian cuisine by the Las Vegas Review-Journal. The restaurant offers classic and contemporary Italian fare, a gelato bar featuring fresh gelato made daily and a dynamic atmosphere. Through a recent acquisition by Landry’s Inc., TREVI has introduced an entirely new menu by executive chef, Peter Scaturro, new cocktails and more to showcase the stunning restaurant. The laid-back restaurant and bar is open daily for lunch and dinner from 11 a.m. until 11 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and 11 a.m. until midnight on Friday and Saturday. More information and reservations are available on TREVI’s website or by calling 702.735.4663. Follow TREVI on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @TREVILV.

Drai's Rooftop Party Beach Club Returns On 3/6/15

Las Vegas’ only rooftop pool party, Drai’s Beach Club, returns to The Cromwell in Las Vegas on March 6.  In addition to the 360 degree panoramic views of Las Vegas and the stunning setting of VIP luxury cabanas, bungalows and pools, this season, the one-of-a-kind pool party will feature live concerts and DJ sets from a diverse range of talent, new menu items, a renovated pool deck and the return of the Strip’s top nighttime pool party Yacht Club.

Already named among America’s Coolest Rooftop Bars by Travel & Leisure, Drai’s inaugural season of Beach Club made quite a splash and elevated Las Vegas’ reputation as the global party leader.  As the club’s one-year anniversary approaches, Drai’s seeks to further lead the daylife/nightlife trend with a slew of upgrades and surprises this coming season. 

“We’re feeding off the love we received last season as we get ready to launch Beach Club on March 6,” said Drai’s managing partner Ryan Michael Craig.  “Last year we learned that locals and tourists had a hunger for the kind of experience only Drai’s Beach Club can offer.  This year, we’re taking everything our guests loved and amplifying those details in every way imaginable.  We can’t wait to see the response to Beach Club’s returning elements, the enhancements we’re making, plus a couple major surprises we have in store.”  

                       

Among the highlights for Beach Club this season will be a series of live concerts from some of today’s most notable influencers in EDM, hip-hop and mainstream music performing in an unmatched outdoor, poolside venue towering 11 stories above one of the most famous intersections in the world.  With a formal live concert lineup forthcoming, DJs already slated to play at Beach Club this season include Adventure Club, Chromeo, 3LAU, Quintino, Borgeous, MakJ, D-wayne, Dannic, Dyro, HELENA, Sidney Samson, Feenixpawl, Mike Hawkins and Merk + Kremont. 

Drai’s Beach Club revelers will party in the most picturesque setting perfectly perched above the center of the famous Las Vegas Strip.  The 30,000 square foot pool deck is equipped with mounds of amenities including:

A newly resurfaced and redesigned slip-proof pool deck

2 main pools

15 luxury mezzanine level cabanas with their own mezzanine level pools

15 VIP booths

Bungalows with private showers and restrooms

More than 40 daybeds

7 DJ booth tables

4 full service bars

A gourmet kitchen, which will showcase a revamped menu this year including breakfast, appetizers, salads, entrees, pizzas and new party platters

Natural palm trees providing ample amounts of shade, and much more.        

Hoisting the sails yet again this year, the Drai’s nautical-themed Tuesday night pool party Yacht Club is making a comeback that’s sure to rock the boat.  The originator of “going up on a Tuesday,” Yacht Club is scheduled to embark on April 21 and will feature even more prominent entertainers.

Whether relaxing in one of the bungalows, dancing poolside with a cocktail, or grabbing a bite to eat while overlooking Las Vegas Boulevard, all guests at Drai’s Beach Club will know what it feels like to be VIP – because that’s the base level of service the Drai’s staff is trained to provide.

Entry to Beach Club starting March 6 is $30 for men and $20 for women.  Guests of The Cromwell have complimentary VIP access to Beach Club.  For more information or to purchase entry to Beach Club in advance, visit www.draislv.com.

PBR Rock Bar Waves Green Flag To NASCAR Fans On 3/8! FREE OPEN BAR

PBR Rock Bar, located inside the Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood, and Rockhouse, inside the Grand Canal Shoppes at The Venetian/The Palazzo, are waving the green flag to racing fans on Las Vegas’ NASCAR Sunday, March 8. Fans that make it from the Las Vegas Motor Speedway to either bar, ticket stub in hand, within one hour of the race’s conclusion will receive a free open bar all night.

“Whether it’s by helicopter, race car or pick-up truck, if you make it over here in time we’ll give you a free open bar for your efforts,” said Jonathan Fine, owner of the two restaurants. “Speed like that takes skill.”

The deal applies to those that put the pedal to the metal – or wings to the sky – and race (safely) over to either Strip-side bar within one hour of the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Kobalt 400 on Sunday, March 8.

For those that would rather enjoy the entire race in comfort and convenience, both PBR Rock Bar & Grill and Rockhouse will be broadcasting the race, and all the day’s sporting action, from their 105 and 80 HDTVs respectively. PBR Rock Bar and Rockhouse broadcast all NASCAR events.

Visit www.pbrrockbar.com or www.therockhousebar.com for more information on all other events.

Wine Pairing Dinner With Castello Banfi Coming Up At Fiamma Trattoria

Fiamma Trattoria & Bar at MGM Grand Hotel & Casino will host a wine pairing dinner with Castello Banfi Wine Education Director William Whiting Thursday, March 26 at 7 p.m. Guests are invited to experience an epicurean adventure through traditional Italian cuisine all within the restaurant’s sleek and inviting environment.

Whiting will guide guests through the evening with wine selections artfully paired with dishes created by Fiamma Executive Chef Pawan Pinisetti. Guests will discover the tastes of Italy, from Sicily to Milan, through an extraordinary five-course menu:

Blue Cheese Mousse and Prosciutto San Danielle with figs; paired with Castello Banfi, Cuvée Aurora Rosé, Piemonte, Italy, 2009

Cauliflower Fritto Misto with romesco sauce and roasted king trumpet mushrooms; paired with Castello Banfi, San Angelo, Pinot Grigio, Tuscany, Italy, 2012

Short Rib Raviolini with black truffle cream, vegetable confetti and red wine demi-glace; paired with Castello Banfi, Poggio alle Mure. Rosso di Montalcino, Tuscany, Italy, 2012

Porcini Crusted Lamb Tenderloin with roasted fennel & romanesco, braised anacona lentils and lamb reduction; paired with Castello Banfi, Poggio alle Mure, Brunello di Montalcino, Tuscany, Italy, 2008

Buttermilk Vanilla Panna Cotta with “Castello Banfi Montalcino Florus” gelee and poached peach; paired with Castello Banfi, Florus, Moscadello di Montalcino, Late Harvest, Tuscany, Italy.

Tickets for this unforgettable evening are priced at $125 per person, all-inclusive, and are available for purchase online. Attendees must be 21 years of age or older to attend. For more information and high-resolution images of Fiamma, click here - reservations.mgmmirage.com/bookingengine.aspx?pid=001&host=ticketing&code=FI15BA