Vegas Happenings March 5th-March March 11th, 2017

Are you traveling to Las Vegas next week? If you are tired of the casinos and are looking for something a little different to do, here is your chance to experience Las Vegas like a local! 

Check out this list hidden treasures and unusual events every Wednesday. 

March 5th, 2017

Las Vegas Track Club Weekly Run

The Las Vegas Track Club's weekly training runs are open to all skill levels: brand new runners, walkers and experienced racers alike. The group is open to newcomers and meets at Cornerstone Park in Henderson every Sunday at 6:30 a.m., rain or shine. The group covers distances from 1 mile to 20 miles; you decide how far you want to go, and the group will support and encourage you. 

Contact timothyhkelly@aol.com if you have any questions. 

6:30am-9:30 am
Cornerstone Park, 1600 Wigwam Parkway, Henderson, NV 89074

Ride the Southern Nevada Railway

This one is about 30-40 minutes from the Strip, recommend you take a rental car for this.

The Southern Nevada Railway train runs each Saturday and Sunday from the Nevada State Railroad Museum, 600 Yucca Street, Boulder City, NV. Trains depart at 10 a.m., 11:30 p.m., 1 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. For more information, call 486-5933 or go to www.NevadaSouthern.com

March 6, 2017

Open Blues Jam at Boomer's

Start your week off with a little bit of blues as Boomers hosts the Open Blues Jam with the band Four Until Late. 
3200 West Sirius Avenue, Las Vegas NV 
http://www.boomerslv.com/

.March 7th, 2017

Unique Massive at Double Down Saloon

Known the world over as the Happiest Place On Earth, the Double Down Saloon has been bringing a much needed sophistication to Las Vegas since 1992. Interplanetary abstract. Urban decay. The anti-Vegas. Double Down is indeed a clubhouse for the lunatic fringe.

LIVE MUSIC • POOL • PINBALL

Always expect the unexpected as vivid chaotic murals cover every inch of walls and ceiling while disturbing videos come at you from all directions.

HOME OF THE FABLED ASS JUICE

BIRTHPLACE OF THE ORIGINAL BACON MARTINI

Want to know more? Don’t bust our balls. All you need to know is that we are at 4640 Paradise Road, one block south of the Hard Rock Hotel.

Every Tuesday night at midnight, Unique Massive puts on a performance filled with creative freestyle music formations that come from both heart and soul. 

http://doubledownsaloon.com/

March 8th, 2017

Live music at Tivoli Village

Tivoli Village invites you to enjoy live music at View Wine Bar & Kitchen Sunday-Tuesday from 6-8 p.m., Wednesday-Saturday from 6-10 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday from 1-3 p.m. Live music can also be enjoyed at La Casa Cigars & Lounge Thursday-Saturday beginning at 7 p.m. 

440 S. Rampart Blvd. Las Vegas, NV

http://www.tivolivillagelv.com/

March 9th, 2017

Downtown Podcast

• Be on tv as a guest for the filming of this Las Vegas late night talk show, every Thursday - 9 p.m. to 11 p.m.
• 107 S. Las Vegas Blvd., Las Vegas, NV
• http://www.vegastalk.show/

March 10, 2017

NASCAR Weekend

Las Vegas Motor Speedway

7000 Las Vegas Blvd. North, Las Vegas, NV

Purchase your tickets to see all of your favorite drivers in fabulous Las Vegas for the March 10–12, 2017, NASCAR Weekend. Fans can also experience the one-of-a-kind Neon Garage featuring live music and entertainment all weekend long. It's your up-close view of the garages from behind the glass and a great view of Victory Lane. Driver Introduction and Lucky 7 Preferred Parking Passes also are available. The event weekend includes the Kobalt 400 Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series race, the Boyd Gaming 300 NASCAR Xfinity Series race and Stratosphere Pole Day.

http://www.lvms.com/tickets/2017_nascar_weekend/

The Beatles Love Open Rehearsal

Cirque du Soleil welcomes Las Vegas visitors and locals to get an inside look at its production The Beatles LOVE as it reveals the astounding athleticism behind some of the world’s best acrobatic performers. Fans will have the rare opportunity to observe cast members from the show as they rehearse.

The complimentary open viewings will take place at the LOVE Theatre inside Mirage. Guests of all ages are welcome to attend.

• Every Sunday - 3 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
• Every Friday - 4:15 p.m. to 4:45 p.m.

St. Patrick's Day Parade & Festival

Friday through Sunday: Three days of  carnival, festival and entertainment! 
Saturday: Parade from 10am-noon, Car show from noon-5pm

Henderson Events Plaza
200 S. Water Street, Henderson, NV


http://www.cityofhenderson.com/henderson-happenings/events/special-events/st-patricks-day-parade-and-festival

March 11, 2017

Run Away with Cirque du Soleil 

Spend the day taking photos with Cirque du Soleil performers, listening to live music and enjoying complimentary refreshments from Whole Foods and Starbucks at this annual 5K run and one-mile fun walk. This year, participants are encouraged to dress up in Cirque-inspired outfits. 

7am-Noon

333 S. Valley View Blvd, Las Vegas, NV

https://www.cirquedusoleil.com/en/about/global-citizenship/promo/runaway.aspx

https://www.springspreserve.org/

Have you done any of these events? I'm going to try to make it to the Run Away With Cirque day at Springs Preserve. Share what you did this week in the comments below. :)

Vegas Happenings February 26th - March 4th, 2017

Are you traveling to Las Vegas next week? If you are tired of the casinos and are looking for something a little different to do, here is your chance to experience Las Vegas like a local! Check out this list hidden treasures and unusual events. 

February 26th

Scale the Strat - Stratopshere

Walk or run up all 1,455 steps to the 108th floor of the Stratosphere Tower with the goal of raising money for the American Lung Association. Each climber is required to fund raise a minimum of $150 for the organization in addition to the registration fee. Online advance registration closes February 23. Participants must be at least 18 years old. 

February 26, 7 a.m., $60-$75, Stratosphere, 2000 Las Vegas Blvd. S., 
ScaleTheStrat.com

February 27th

Improv Kingdom - Baobab Stage

Every Monday, 8 p.m. It’s ping pong with wit, tennis with words featuring both short- and long-form improv from some of the valley’s most experienced improv actors. Wine and concessions available. Come at 6p for drop-in class with Paul Mattingly. $10 show, $15 for both drop-in and show. Baobab Stage Theatre, 6587 Las Vegas Blvd. S., baobabstage.com

February 28th

Nickel Beer Night - Beauty Bar

Downtown Vegas' weekly party gets the party started every Tuesday with beers for a nickel (served two at a time). DJ and band schedule changes weekly. $5 to $10 cover charge for back patio.
517 Fremont St # A, Las Vegas, NV 89101
http://beautybarlv.com/

Photo by PocketVegasDeals.com

March 1st

Hype Wednesdays: Open Mic at Boomers

Live Performances by the hottest indie artists and bands in the area, including pop, hip-hop, R&B, reggae and top 40. All performances will be "Unplugged" with live band. Hosted by "The Voice Of Sin City" Mista Krimzon with music by DJ True Self. 
Free before 11p.
3200 West Sirius Avenue, Las Vegas NV 
http://www.boomerslv.com/

A Room Of One's Own: Left of Center Art Gallery

This all-female exhibit draws inspiration from Virginia Woolf’s 1929 feminist essay of the same name, with its central theme that women need space to create in a world traditionally dominated by men. Professional artists from LA and Las Vegas will showcase their work in a diverse range of mediums, from video to installation art. Prominent writers, including local poet Vogue Robinson and journalists published in the Los Angeles Times and Huffington Post, will display pieces relevant to feminism.

You can meet the more than 20 creators at a reception on January 28 from noon to 3 p.m. Select dates throughout the exhibition’s run will also feature art and writing workshops, motivational talks from Dr. Karmen Smith and Dr. Karen Laing and readings. Additionally, Left of Center’s first exhibition of 2017 kicks off its 20-year anniversary as a nonprofit.

2207 W. Gowan, Las Vegas NV
https://lasvegasweekly.com/events/ongoing/28935/

March 2nd

Puppetry of the P*nis - Erotic Heritage Museum 

Puppetry of the P*nis, "The Australian Art of Genital Origami," is a play performed internationally featuring the theatrical contortion of the male genitalia into various positions along with comedic narration. The act was first performed on the international stage at the 1998 Melbourne International Comedy Festival in Australia. The show involves two nude men who bend, twist, and fold their genitalia into various shapes. The show has appeared in Australia, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, Europe, Canada, the United States, South Africa and Argentina. 

The Las Vegas show's two hilarious stars awe and shock audiences by turning their manhood into "art," such as their signature creation, "The Hamburger." The show runs Thursday through Sunday at 8 p.m. inside the Jewel Box in the Erotic Heritage Museum.

3275 Sammy Davis Jr. Drive,  Las Vegas, NV
http://www.eroticmuseumvegas.com/museum/

Photo by Roadtrippers.com

March 3rd

First Friday - Downtown Arts Center

This Friday is yet again another night filled with unique artwork, food trucks, live music and street performers. Once a month, First Friday takes over Downtown Las Vegas and welcomes the attendance of local artists, musicians and art enthusiasts of all ages. 

1025 First Street, Las Vegas, NV

https://ffflv.org/

Photo by Everfest.com

March 4th

Artisan Craft Festival - Spring Fling - Springs Preserve

Springs Preserve FREE ADMISSION to Springs Preserve for the Artisan Craft Festival Spring Fling weekend. General Admission at Springs Preserve is FREE this weekend! Come enjoy a fantastic weekend of fun, great arts and crafts and delicious food! Bring the Spring in our Spring Fling at Springs Preserve on March 4th and 5th. This outdoor two-day show is a great opportunity to spend with the family. Free face-painting and kids crafts by several vendors 
More than 60 vendors will have on display a great variety of home decor, crafts and art.
Do not miss this opportunity to spend the day at Springs Preserve with the Artisan Craft Festival! 

333 S. Valley View Blvd, Las Vegas, NV

https://www.springspreserve.org/

http://www.artisancraftfestival.com/

Bark in the Park - Cornerstone Park

The annual Bark in the Park community pet event features demonstrations, music, contests, informational and vendor booths and plenty of adorable dogs available for adoption. Admission is free for you and your furry loved ones. 

Cornerstone Park, 1600 Wigwam Parkway, Las Vegas/Henderson, NV Bark in the Park

Check back next week for another list of local events!