It's Fight Night At The D! Commey Vs/ "Baha"

Richard, Derek & Bahodir

A huge crowd of Las Vegas fight fans and local media were in attendance on Wednesday, May 20 for the final press conference for “Knockout Night at the D” held at the Third Street Stage on  Fremont Street Experience between the D Las Vegas Casino Hotel and the Four Queens.

Among the participants were DEREK STEVENS, CEO and Co-Owner of the D Las Vegas, main event fighters RICHARD COMMEY and BAHODIR “Baha” MAMADJONOV, undefeated light heavyweight and TV commentator MIKE LEE, five-time world champion ZAB JUDAH and undercard fighters, JESUS “El Huracan” GUTIERREZ and KEITH BARR.                                   

Advance tickets for “Knockout Night at the D”, a seven bout evening of world class professional boxing priced at $59, $39 and $26.50 are available through the D Las Vegas box office (phone 702-388-2111) and Ticketmaster (tickemaster.com). A limited number of VIP seats are also available for $199.

Headlining “Knockout Night at the D, Downtown Las Vegas Events Center (DLVEC) is a 10-round lightweight world title clash between hard-hitting and undefeated RICHARD COMMEY, 21-0-0 (19KO’s) of Accra, Ghana and highly skilled southpaw BAHODIR “Baha” MAMADJONOV, 17-1-0 (11KO’s) of Houston. The bout will be contested for the vacant International Boxing Federation Inter-Continental Lightweight Title.

In the action-packed, eight-round lightweight co-main event, undefeated Las Vegas fan favorite, JESUS “El Huracan” GUTIERREZ, 13-0-0 (4KO’s) will face off against ANGEL HERNANDEZ, 9-4-0 (5KO’s)of McAllen, Texas.

Five additional bouts will take place starting at 7:30 p.m. PT with doors opening at 6:30 p.m. PT.

Presented by Square Ring Promotions and Championship Title Boxing, “Knockout Night at the D” will be telecast on CBS Sports Network (1:30 a.m. ET/10:30 p.m. PT, re-air on May 23, 10:00 p.m. ET/ 7:00 p.m. PT).

The DLVEC is located in the beautifully renovated Downtown Las Vegas area at 200 S 3rd Street, Las Vegas, NV 89101. For further information, visit its website at www.dlvec.com.

For more information on Championship Title Boxing, visit its website at ChampionshipTitleBoxing.com.

Photos Courtesy/the D Las Vegas

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New Tribute Artist Added To "Legends In Concert" $9.95 Tix Special!

 

Jourdan As Barry White

The stars will align for Legends in Concert at Flamingo Las Vegas with the addition of two new tribute artists to join the current cast of performers.

Audience members can “Let the Music Play” as Jourdan Carroll pays tribute to Barry White.  The baritone-bass singer debuted Monday, May 11, singing hits such as “Can’t Get Enough,” “Love Theme” and “My First, My Last.” Winner of the 2013 Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist competition, Dean Z will bring his “Jailhouse Rock” to the Legends in Concert stage beginning Monday, June 8, with other classics including “Blue Suede Shoes,” “If I Can Dream” and “Don’t Be Cruel.” The incoming legends will join current cast members Jason Jarrett as Michael Jackson, Chris VanDahl as Steven Tyler and Elisa Furr as Celine Dion.

The longest-running tribute show in Las Vegas is currently offering significantly reduced tickets to anyone with valid Nevada ID through Tuesday, June 30. Based on the introductory ticket price from 1983, up to six tickets per ID can be purchased for $9.95 each, plus tax and service fees.

For more than three decades, Legends in Concert has proudly entertained more than 6.6 million Las Vegas visitors and residents, produced over 18,500 performances on the Las Vegas Strip and performed to more than 30 million fans worldwide. Tickets for the 11 show times per week are on sale at all Caesars Entertainment box offices or by calling 702-777-7776. More information is available at www.flamingolasvegas.com or www.legendsinconcert.com.

Slideboarding Comes To Wet‘n’Wild Las Vegas

Slideboarding, which has been implemented on the Zipp Zapp Zoom ride, integrates gaming and competitive sports into a waterslide experience that will change the waterpark industry forever. The technology employs a smart gaming system that tracks each player’s progress/scores as he or she heads down the slide. It then posts the scores on affiliated scoreboards. The system creates tailored experiences for each rider in varying degrees of difficulty based upon prior games.

Wet‘n’Wild Las Vegas is Nevada’s premier water park with more than 25 slides and attractions covering more than 20 acres, and a place for both thrill seekers and families.  As Las Vegas’ Summer Playground, the park features the Tornado, a premier slide that catapults riders to a zero gravity experience; Rattler, the first slide of its kind in North America; and Constrictor, an extreme water slide featuring some of the tightest turns. Families and those desiring a more relaxing experience can enjoy Paradise Falls, the interactive children’s area with kid friendly slides and a giant dumping bucket; Colorado Cooler lazy river; and Red Rock Bay wave pool. Open for its third season, one of its most popular slides, Zipp Zapp Zoom, will feature a new and exciting addition, Slideboarding, the world’s first waterslide gaming experience. Slideboarding integrates gaming, skill, and competitive sports with the thrills of a water park. The property is a partnership between Village Roadshow Theme Parks, the majority owner and overseer of day-to-day operations, and Las Vegas investors through SPB Partners, one of Nevada’s first private equity funds. For information, visit www.wetnwildlasvegas.com.

Wet‘n’Wild Las Vegas

7055 S. Fort Apache Road

Las Vegas, NV 89148

Take A Look At Real PBR Cowboys & Bull Percolator!

Bolton & Triplett 

Percolator

Before facing his Lightweight opponent Makdessi on Saturday night, UFC fighter and ABBI stock contractor Donald "Cowboy" Cerrone, joined by the number two bull rider in the world Matt Triplett and rider Bonner Bolton, stopped by the MGM Resorts Village on Wednesday to weigh in against Percolator -a bucking bull competing in the PBR’s Last Cowboy Standing. PBR and UFC teams, alongside Andrew Sedlock and Adam Anderson from Patti, Sgro, Lewis & Roger looked on as Cowboy went face to face with the animal athlete.

The Professional Bull Riders (PBR), will make its first of two stops in Las Vegas during the 2015 Built Ford Tough Series season on Friday, May 22, and Saturday, May 23, when the MGM Resorts Village hosts Last Cowboy Standing, part of the PBR’s Built Ford Tough Series.

Ticket information - www.pbr.com/en/news/press-releases/2014/10/2015-world-finals-tickets-on-sale.aspx

UFC Viewing Parties Coming Up At Cabo Wabo Cantina!

Cabo Wabo Cantina inside Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood will host action-packed viewing parties for upcoming Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) fights.

The Strip-side party destination will serve as an ultimate fighting headquarters for UFC 187 on Saturday, May 23 and UFC 188 on Saturday, June 13. The championship bouts will be shown in Cabo Wabo’s exclusive upstairs lounge, The LOFT, on numerous flat-panel big-screen TVs, including a 184-inch video grid, a 180-inch projection screen and two 80-inch high-definition TVs. For an admission fee of $30 per person for UFC 187 and $25 per person for UFC 188, guests will take in the Pay-Per-View fights while enjoying panoramic views of the Strip, beer bucket specials, signature cocktails and a full list of menu items available for purchase.

UFC 187 – Light Heavyweight Title Fight

Daniel “DC” Cormier vs. Anthony “Rumble” Johnson

Date: Saturday, May 23

Time: Doors open at 6 p.m.

Location: Las Vegas

UFC 188 – Heavyweight Title Fight

Cain Velasquez vs. Fabricio “Vai Cavalo” Werdum

Date: Saturday, June 13

Time: Doors open at 6 p.m.

Location: Mexico City

Cabo Wabo will also feature complimentary admission and drink specials during every UFC Fight Night event shown on FOX. Fans will enjoy $21 Dos Equis beer buckets along with an array of specialty cocktails made with Sammy’s Beach Bar Rum while watching the fight on 20 high-definition TVs throughout the cantina. Upcoming UFC Fight Night matches on FOX or FOX Sports 1 include:

Condit vs. Alves

Date: Saturday, May 30

Time: Doors open at 6 p.m.

Cormier vs. Bader

Date: Saturday, June 6

Time: Doors open at 6 p.m.

Gustafsson vs. Teixeira

Date: Saturday, June 20

Time: Doors open at 6 p.m.

Awarded “Best Tequila Selection” in the 2015 Best of Las Vegas awards, Sammy Hagar’s hard rockin’ dining and live music venue combines the laid-back beach-town vibe of Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, with the excitement of the Las Vegas Strip. Blending coastal Mexican and Tex Mex cuisine, the menu offers a tantalizing mix of flavorful food, killer margaritas and an awesome venue where it is never uncommon to catch the Red Rocker himself jamming out with a live set on stage. Cabo Wabo Cantina opens daily at 8 a.m. More information about Cabo Wabo Cantina is available at www.cabowabocantina.com by calling 702.385.2226, by following Cabo Wabo on Twitter and liking Cabo Wabo on Facebook.  For more information about Hagar and his famous Cabo Wabo Tequila, guests may visit www.redrocker.com and www.cabowabo.com.

Three Special Locations To Celebrate MDW 2015 In Downtown Vegas!

Party in the USA! Corner Bar Management Group, the dynamic team behind Commonwealth, Park on Fremont and The Bunkhouse Saloon, will heat up Downtown Las Vegas with a Memorial Day block party from Friday, May 22 through Monday, May 25.

Drink specials at all three venues will include Ketel One, Bulleit Frontier whiskey and Don Julio cocktails, priced at $8 each.  Signature cocktails and menu items will also be available for purchase at each venue.

 

Commonwealth Rooftop 

COMMONWEALTH

Recently named “Best Las Vegas Cocktail Bar of the Year” in the 2014 Nightlife & Bar Awards and one of the “7 New Reasons to Hit Las Vegas,” by the New York Post, Commonwealth brings a stylish new social scene to the burgeoning bar district in Downtown Las Vegas. The swanky 6,000-square-foot cocktail bar is a collision of art and architectural influences inspired by pre-Prohibition era design and libations. Crystal chandeliers bring a touch of elegance to the overall design, which evokes a worn, industrial ambiance. The cocktail menu combines classic and progressive methods and ingredients to offer drinks like, “Men in Tights” and “Little Hot Mess,” that make an indelible impression. Commonwealth is complete with its very own backroom speakeasy, The Laundry Room, which was recently included in Playboy’s “Best Bars 2014” list in addition to being named ‘Best Cocktail Bar of the Year’ by Nightclub & Bar Media Group. This discrete room provides an intimate setting featuring a boozeologist and drink menu independent of the main bar with a very exclusive admission process providing a focus on the guests and a great attention to detail on their cocktails. A rooftop bar offers an experiential setting with an urban brick feel and 360 degree views of downtown.

Located at 525 E. Fremont St., Commonwealth is open Wednesday through Friday from 6 p.m. to close and 7 p.m. to close on Saturday and Sunday. More information is available by calling 702.798.7000, at www.CommonwealthLV.com, on Facebook and on Twitter.

 

Park On Fremont Patio 

PARK ON FREMONT

Park on Fremont spruces up Downtown Las Vegas with innovative bar fare and an eclectic art collection set in a laid-back area for dining indoors and antique tables in a lush garden outdoors. The rustic 2,500-square-foot interior boasts dark woods, a reclaimed herringbone floor and a 1960s-era jukebox. Out back, plants and flowers overtake the landscape of the patio, creating objects d’art from eroded items such as a footed bathtub overlooking the outdoor bar and a Cinderella-style carriage situated on the rooftop. The gastropub offers a flavorful menu including Fried Chicken and Waffle Sandwiches, Cali Mex Burgers and Philly Mac and Cheese Steaks. The drink menu offers a wide variety of beer selections from around the world, distinctive gin and vodka selections, specialty bloody marys and cocktails served in mason jars.

Park on Fremont is open Tuesday to Sunday from 11 a.m. to 3 a.m. Brunch is available on Friday and Saturday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m and on Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. More information is available at www.parkonfremont.com, on Facebook, Twitter and  www.OpenTable.com.

 

The Bunkhouse

THE BUNKHOUSE SALOON

Named “Best Local/Alternative Music Venue” in the Review-Journal’s 2015 Best of Las Vegas awards, The Bunkhouse Saloon is a collaboration between the creative minds of Downtown Project and Corner Bar Management Group. A live music venue, bar and restaurant, The Bunkhouse is located at 124 South 11th Street. The Bunkhouse is open from 5 p.m. to midnight Sunday through Thursday and from 5 p.m. to 2 a.m. Friday and Saturday. More information is available on the website at www.bunkhousedowntown.com, Facebook at facebook.com/bunkhouselv, Instagram @bunkhouselv and Twitter @bunkhouselv.

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Musician Heartthrob Joe Jonas Will DJ At Hyde Bellagio 5/23/15

GRAMMY nominated musician Joe Jonas will take over the DJ booth at Hyde Bellagio® for an unforgettable Memorial Day Weekend celebration, Saturday, May 23.

Best known as a member of the musical group Jonas Brothers, the now-solo American musician and actor, Joe Jonas, has made a name for himself by creating a signature blend of urban genres and incorporating electronic house and R&B into his set. Jonas’ most recent studio album “Fastlife,” debuted at No. 15 on the Billboard 200 and featured a remix of “Just in Love” with rap legend Lil Wayne. This June, Jonas will star in NBC’s highly anticipated summer variety series, “I Can Do That,” hosted by Marlon Wayans and also starring Cheryle Burke, Nicole Scherzinger, Ciara, Jeff Dye and Alan Ritchson.

                      

Hyde Bellagio

Bellagio Resort & Casino

3600 Las Vegas Blvd. South

Las Vegas, NV 89109

sbe.com/nightlife/locations/hyde-bellagio/

Vegas's MiX Restaurant & Lounge To Close June 1st! Get There Before

Delano Las Vegas

miX Restaurant and miX Lounge to Close June 1

miX Restaurant and miX Lounge at Delano Las Vegas will close effective Monday, June 1. The spaces will become Rivea, a Mediterranean-inspired restaurant by internationally celebrated chef Alain Ducasse, and a sophisticated new lounge experience. Further details on both concepts will be announced in the coming weeks.

3940 Las Vegas Blvd., S.

Las Vegas, NV 89119

(702) 632-9444

(877) 632-5400

www.delanolasvegas.com

Wine-Inspired Mixology Contest Coming Up! Enter To Win!

Ste. Michelle Wine Estates and BACK BAR USA have announced the debut of “Shake The Vine,” a wine-inspired mixology contest to take place at “Tales Of The Cocktail” in New Orleans at 4 p.m. on Wednesday, July 15.

The nation’s best and brightest mixologists are invited to submit their original recipes to create unique cocktails using brands from Ste. Michelle Wine Estates’ portfolio, including Anew Riesling, Michelle Sparkling Brut, Red Diamond Temperamental Red Blend and Torres Orange Liqueur. “Full of flavor on their own, these brands by Ste. Michelle Wine Estates mix incredibly well in cocktails,” says Tim Haughinberry, the owner of BACK BAR USA. “We are basically providing mixologists with the perfect collection of colors to paint a gorgeous canvas, and we look forward to tasting some very inventive cocktails.”

Recipes from the top eight finalists will be chosen and mixologists will be invited to compete at “Tales of the Cocktail.” Finalists will be awarded $1,000 to cover travel and accommodations and will have the opportunity to compete for a grand prize of $5,000. All entries will be reviewed by a team of celebrity mixologists, as well as by representatives from Ste. Michelle Wine Estates and BACK BAR USA.

Mixologists may enter the contest by filling out an entry form on shakethevine.com. Each entrant is permitted four entries online, one for each Ste. Michelle Wine Estates brand. Contestants may also enter by sending a letter with their first name, last name, valid email address and a photo and recipe of the cocktail along with a self-addressed and stamped envelope to: Shake The Vine Prize Package at 4224 W. Reno Ave., Las Vegas, Nev. 89118. Submissions are being accepted now through Monday, June 25.

Additional information about the contest, including rules, entry and eligibility, is available on www.shakethevine.com.

Fun New Concept Restaurant Public School 702 Coming To Downtown Summerlin

Stuffed Pepper

Shrimp and Grits

As school lets out for the year, sessions begin at Public School 702 in the Dining Arroyo area of Downtown Summerlin this June. Locals and visitors will soon be able to eat, drink and play at the restaurant’s first Las Vegas location.

“We are so excited to provide Las Vegas locals with a new go-to place off The Strip where they can enjoy delicious food and beer all while having a great time,” said Restaurateur Bob Spivak.

The gastropub will feature lunch, dinner, weekend brunch and “Recess”, also known as happy hour. The menu, from Executive Phil Kastel, includes an array of eclectic American favorites with signature items such as Bacon Cheddar Tots, Crispy Buffalo Cauliflower, Colorado Lamb Burger, Crispy Ahi Tuna Tacos, Shrimp and White Cheddar Grits, Roasted Poblano with Quinoa and for dessert a Nutella Cookie Sandwich and Lemon Meringue.

In true Public School fashion, the bar will carry 24 beers on tap, 11 of which will rotate seasonally in addition to a selection of bottled craft beers. Exclusive to the Las Vegas location, the bar will include local brewery Tenaya Creek Brewing. Also available are 16 “on tap” wines and an array of artisan cocktails.

The 14,000-square-foot venue is reminiscent of the classic school house with touches of contemporary design. Communal tables and traditional booths fill both the dining room and large patio which looks directly out to The Strip. With a walkup bar, beer pong tables, shuffle board, over-sized Jenga and Connect Four, the restaurant’s outdoor area provides fun activities for all age groups.

Adding to the entertainment, Public School 702 will feature weekly programming that includes an industry night every Monday, lounge style karaoke on Wednesdays and a vinyl-spinning DJ each Saturday.

“We’ve anticipated the opening of Public School 702 for months, and have no doubt it will be an enormous success,” said Andrew Ciarrocchi, Senior General Manager for Downtown Summerlin. “As we look to provide a great dining and entertainment destination in the valley, off of the Las Vegas Strip, Public School’s fun and inventive menu was worth the wait.”

Public School 702 is located at 1850 Festival Plaza Drive. The restaurant will be open Monday – Friday at 11 a.m. with the kitchen closing at 11 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday at 10 a.m. with the kitchen closing at midnight. Recess will be available Monday – Friday from 4 p.m. – 7 p.m. and brunch will be served Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. For more information please visit PSonTap.com.

Historic Barrel-Aged Negroni Drinks To Go On Sale At Caesar's Properties

Renowned mixologists Eddie Perales, Francesco Lafranconi and “The Modern Mixologist” Tony Abou-Ganim, made history on Thursday, March 14th in creating the world’s largest barrel-aged Negroni. Aged for two weeks, the Negroni will be available at numerous Caesars Entertainment outlets for $7 between June 1st and June 7th. $1 from every Negroni purchase will go to Three Square Food Bank.

Greeted with top hats and fake moustaches in honor of the famed Count Camilo Negroni, creator of the Negroni, guests were treated to Negronis.  Tony Abou-Ganim gave an introduction and a brief history of the drink before turning the microphone over to Francesco Lafranconi who explained the significance of the Negroni and the event. “This is the most classic cocktail we have in Italy,” stated Lafranconi to guests. After a toast to the Negroni, guests were invited up to begin pouring ingredients into the barrel.

The world’s largest barrel-aged Negroni is composed of 96 bottles of Campari, 96 bottles of Bulldog Gin and 96 bottles of Cinzano 1757 aged in a 53-gallon Wild Turkey barrel. The barrel will be on display until June 1st at Le Central, when it will be cracked open and distributed in smaller barrels at bars throughout the Caesars Entertainment Las Vegas properties.

Participating outlets include: Voodoo Steak, iBar and Martorano’s at Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino; Signature Bar, Piano Bar, Carnaval Court and Bill’s Bar at Harrah’s Las Vegas; TAG Sports Bar, Guy Fieri’s Vegas Kitchen & Bar, O’Sheas, 3535 and Catalyst Bar at The LINQ Hotel & Casino; Lobby Bar and Rao’s at Caesars Palace; Center Cut at Flamingo Las Vegas; Sully’s and BLT Steak at Bally’s Las Vegas; Le Central and Gustav’s at Paris Las Vegas and Heart Bar at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino.

About Paris Las Vegas

Paris Las Vegas brings the passion and sophistication of the City of Light to the heart of the Las Vegas Strip, transporting guests to Europe's most romantic city.  Distinctive for its dramatic 50-story replica Eiffel Tower and authentic architectural reproductions, Paris Las Vegas features more than 2,900 hotel rooms and suites, an 85,000 square-foot casino, the two-acre Soliel Pool, Paris Spa by Mandara, two wedding chapels, unique French retail shopping located along the resort’s Le Boulevard District, and the opulent nightlife venue Chateau Nightclub & Rooftop. Eleven restaurants include a distinctive array of fine cuisine such as Chef Joho's acclaimed Eiffel Tower Restaurant, French-bistro Mon Ami Gabi, Steve Martorano’s signature Italian-American dishes at Martorano’s and internationally-renowned Gordon Ramsay Steak. Performing in the 1,477-seat Paris Théâtre is the award-winning musical Jersey Boys. For more information, please visit www.parislasvegas.com.