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     He's starred in a Vegas commercial, and has an upcoming monthlong residency at Planet Hollywood later this summer, but this Friday night at The Mirage's 1 OAK, catch The Voice star Cee Lo Green performing live. For more live music, catch Fantasy lead vocalist Lorena Peril performing at LAX on Saturday. There are plenty of top-make music producers in town this weekend as well, including Tiesto, Sander van Doorn, Avicii, Hardwell, Lil Jon, DJ Vice and Kaskade. The complete rundown:

Friday, April 27

• Keidy at Marquee Dayclub (Cosmopolitan)
• Cee-Lo Green at 1 OAK (Mirage)
• Sander van Doorn at TAO (Venetian)
• Avicii at XS (Encore at Wynn Las Vegas)
• ATB at Marquee (Cosmopolitan)
• Chad Hugo & Daniel Biltmore at Hyde (Bellagio)
• Alie Layus at Rain (Palms)

Saturday, April 28

• Hardwell at Marquee Dayclub (Cosmopolitan)
• Scooter & Lavelle at Liquid (ARIA)
• DJLC at 1 OAK (Mirage)
• Lil Jon at Tryst (Wynn Las Vegas)
• DJ Scooter guest DJ set at Haze (ARIA)
• Rita Ora Stereo at LAVO (Palazzo)
• Tiesto at XS (Encore at Wynn Las Vegas)
• Ben Flajnik & Courtney Robinson at Pure (Caesars)
• Kaskade at Marquee (Cosmopolitan)
• DJ Vice at TAO (Venetian)
• DJ Melo D at Vanity (Hard Rock)
• Femme Fatale at Lily (Bellagio)
• Lorena Peril at LAX (Luxor)
• The Disco Fries at Rain (Palms)
• Mega Man and Josh Abrams at Artisan Hotel Boutique
• Bad Boy Bill & Joey Lawrence at Chateau (Paris Las Vegas)

Sunday, April 29

• Kaskade at Marquee Dayclub (Cosmopolitan)
• Wynter Gordon at Vanity (Hard Rock)

Downtown Las Vegas always has a rockin' weekend schedule. Free shows occur on the First and Third Street stages on Fremont Street, in addition to the overhead VivaVision shows. And the new Fremont East Entertainment district offers a variety of unique bars and clubs, including piano bars, bands, arts, arcades and more! For the latest in Vegas nightlife, go to VisitLasVegas.com.

In case you missed Cee-Lo's Escape:

Head down to the Las Vegas Strip on Cinco de Mayo for the best margaritas and tequila this side of the border!

Diego at MGM Grand boasts an unsurpassed selection of tequilas, with 125 different 100 percent Agave Tequila labels, while Tacos & Tequila at Luxor incorporates traditional elements of Mexican style and Las Vegas flair. Mix it up with a new concept from Chef Jose Andres at Cosmopolitan's China Poblano for a Chinese and Mexican melting pot dish, or, relax in the vibrant Border Grill at Mandalay Bay for a great view of the Lazy River just off Mandalay Bay Beach.

Grab a mid-afternoon drink at Sammy Hagar's Cabo Wabo Cantina at the Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood or Taqueria Canonita at The Venetian, also close by, for a true "south of the border" taste. The restaurant's centerpiece boasts a lively exhibition kitchen, featuring sculpted steel and wrought-iron gates, colorful Mexican tiles and authentic Mexican folk art.

Spin the Wheel o' Sin at Monte Carlo's Diablo's Cantina for great deals on shots, beers and margaritas during happy hour, then grab a seat on their outdoor patio to enjoy the sights. Settle in at El Segundo Sol outside of the Fashion Show Mall for made-to-order margaritas with funky flavors like cucumber-mint and prickly pear.

Hussong's Cantina and Taqueria at Mandalay Place claims one of their bartenders, Don Carlos Orozco, from the original location, created the first margarita in 1941.  By mixing equal parts tequila, Damiana and lime, he served the concoction over ice in a salt-rimmed glass for Margarita Henkel, daughter of the German Ambassador to Mexico. Order one of Hussong's specially crafted tequilas or, if you have a sweet tooth, a Bloodtini or a Mexican Lemon Drop margarita.

If you want to head off the Strip, the hip Pink Taco at the Hard Rock Hotel features authentic Mexican craftwork and drinks and the Coasta Cantina at The Orleans on Tropicana Avenue will have your mouth watering with tequila shrimp and 99-cent margaritas during happy hour. Just a few stops on the Monorail, Vince Neil's Tres Rios at the LVH - Las Vegas Hotel features 18-month aged barreled tequilas; and downtown at Casa Don Juan's, homemade tortilla chips, fresh salsa and an expansive tequila collection add to the unique Arts District vibe. Happy hour specials are great, but why not treat your friends to 24 hour $.99 margaritas at any bar at the historic downtown Fremont Hotel! 5 friends - 5 drinks - 5 dollars!

So, grab a few amigos, head to your favorite Vegas Mexican restaurant, and have a drink (or two or three) to celebrate Cinco de Mayo in Vegas!

     It's officially pool season in Vegas, which means you can enjoy great concerts and DJs day and night. This weekend, check out Steve Angello at XS, Avicii at Marquee, Pitbull at Hard Rock and more:

Friday, April 20

• Dragonette at Paradise Beach (Hard Rock)
• Keidy at Marquee Dayclub (Cosmopolitan)
• Martin Solveig at TAO (Venetian)
• John Dahlback at XS (Encore at Wynn Las Vegas)
• Gareth Emery at Marquee (Cosmopolitan)
• DJ Fresh One at Vanity (Hard Rock)
• DJ 19SIXTY, DJ CAPTN20 & D4N13L at Hyde (Bellagio)
• Kelis at Rain (Palms)
• Shaynes Pamas and Menno De Jong at Chateau (Paris Las Vegas)

Saturday, April 21

• Nectar Music Festival at Paradise Beach (Hard Rock)
• California Love feat. Star Killers at Palms Pool & Bungalows (Palms)
• Avicii at Marquee Dayclub (Cosmopolitan)
• Dirt Nasty at Liquid (ARIA)
• Fitz and the Tantrums poolside stage (Hard Rock)
• Steve Angello at XS (Encore at Wynn Las Vegas)
• Black Cards at PURE (Caesars)
• Arty & Madeon at Marquee (Cosmopolitan)
• DJ Vice at TAO (Venetian)
• DJ Pauly D at Vanity (Hard Rock)
• Stereo Saturdays with Rye Rye at LAVO (Palazzo)
• Jace One & Frank Rempe at Hyde (Bellagio)
• Zen Freeman at Rain (Palms)
• Questlove at Moon (Palms)

Sunday, April 22

• Pitbull at Rehab pool (Hard Rock)
• EC Twins at Marquee (Cosmopolitan)
• Nectar Music Festival at Vanity (Hard Rock)
• Kevin Brown at Ghostbar (Palms)

Downtown Las Vegas always has a rockin' weekend schedule.  Free shows occur on the 1st and 3rd street stages on Fremont Street, in addition to the overhead VivaVision shows.  And the new Fremont East Entertainment district offers a variety of unique bars and clubs, including piano bars, bands, arts, arcades, and more!  For the latest in Vegas nightlife, go to VisitLasVegas.com.

       Get ready for another weekend of top music mixers and performers in Las Vegas! Robin Thicke performs live at 1 OAK in The Mirage and several top spin masters will provide the best beats all weekend, including Avicii, Sebastian Ingrosso, Erick Morillo and more! What's in store this weekend:

Friday, April 13

• Robin Thicke at 1 OAK (Mirage)
• Apl.De.Ap at TAO (Venetian)
• Avicii at XS (Encore at Wynn Las Vegas)
• Iyaz at Bank (Bellagio)
• Chromeo at Pure (Caesars Palace)
• Serge Devant at Marquee (Cosmopolitan)
• Graham Funke at Vanity (Hard Rock)
• Lee Kalt at Hyde (Bellagio)
• DJ Scene at Rain (Palms)

Saturday, April 14

• Sebastian Ingrosso at XS (Encore at Wynn Las Vegas)
• Erick Morillo at Marquee (Cosmopolitan)
• Jermaine Dupri at Tryst (Wynn Las Vegas)
• DJ Vice at TAO (Venetian)
• DJ sKratchy at Vanity (Hard Rock)
• Chiddy Bang at Lavo (Palazzo)
• Jace One, StoneRokk & Mike Remedy at Hyde (Bellagio)
• Edward Maya at Rain (Palms)

Sunday, April 15

• Thomas Gold at XS (Encore at Wynn Las Vegas)

For the latest in Vegas nightlife, go to VisitLasVegas.com.

     April Fools' Day is this Sunday, but the lineup of celebrities and top musicians in Las Vegas this weekend is nothing to joke about. From birthday celebrations for Fergie and Perez Hilton to performances by Tyga, Trey Songz and Tiesto, there's no shortage of nightclub excitement. Toss in some pool parties and Sunday's 47th Annual Academy of Country Music Awards at MGM Grand, and you've got a recipe for an amazing weekend in Vegas!

Friday, March 30:

• Fergie birthday celebration at 1 OAK (Mirage)
• Perez Hilton birthday bash at TAO (Venetian)
• Cazzette at XS (Encore at Wynn Las Vegas)
• Bob Sinclar Disco Crash at Haze (ARIA)
• Manuel de la Mare at Vanity (Hard Rock)
• DJ Politik at Lavo (Palazzo)
• Skylar Grey at Rain (Palms)
• Ghostbar Day Club party with Sex Panther and Mark Stylz at Palms Pool

Saturday, March 31

• Ryan Sheckler at Wet Republic pool (MGM Grand)
• Tiesto at XS (Encore at Wynn Las Vegas)
• Tyga at Lavo (Palazzo)
• Trey Songz at TAO (Venetian)
• Mix Master Mike at LAX (Luxor)
• Dev album release party at Pure (Caesars Palace)
• Simon Patterson at Rain (Palms)
• Paul Oakenfold at Marquee (Cosmopolitan)
• Bazaar with Serge Devant at Chateau (Paris Las Vegas)
• Sex Panther at Moon (Palms)
• J.Cole at Haze (ARIA)

Sunday, April 1

• Bob Sinclar at Wet Republic pool (MGM Grand)
• Danny Coker at Ghostbar (Palms)

For the latest in Vegas nightlife, go to VisitLasVegas.com.

     NASCAR Weekend is here, and the stars are out to celebrate. Driver Denny Hamlin makes a pit stop at 1OAK; Kreayshawn hosts at TAO; you can blow out the birthday candles with Chelsea and That '70s Show star Laura Prepon at Pure; enjoy a bash with former Desperate Housewives star Jesse Metcalfe at Gallery, and more!

     A look at who's where and when this weekend in Vegas:

Friday, March 9

• Kreayshawn at TAO (Venetian)
• Laura Prepon of Chelsea at Pure (Caesars)
• Denny Hamlin and Butter NC host Race Weekend Kickoff at 1OAK (Mirage)
• Laidback Luke at Haze (ARIA)
• Taboo of the Black Eyed Peas at Rain (Palms)
• Dash Berlin & EDX at Marquee (Cosmopolitan)
• Gza with Prodigal Sun at Chateau Nightclub & Gardens (Paris Las Vegas)
• Morgan Page at XS (Encore at Wynn Las Vegas)
• DJ Ruckus at Vanity (Hard Rock Hotel)

Saturday, March 10

• Jesse Metcalfe at Gallery (Planet Hollywood)
• Alie Layus at Ghostbar Day Club (Palms)
• Junior Sanchez and Choo Choo at Butterfly (Paris Las Vegas)
• Ian Carey at Rain (Palms)
• DJ Homicide at Haze (ARIA)
• Alesso at XS (Encore at Wynn Las Vegas)
• DJ Pauly D at Vanity (Hard Rock Hotel)

Sunday, March 11

• Richard Beynon at Vanity (Hard Rock Hotel)

     Las Vegas is always home to the best mix of celebrities, producers, DJs, and more creating the hottest nightlife scene on the planet. As we March into a new month, here's a look at what's happening in Vegas this weekend:

Friday, March 2:

• James and Oliver Phelps of "Harry Potter" at Chateau Nightclub & Gardens (Paris Las Vegas)
• DJ set by Jonathan Davis of Korn at Rain (Palms)
• Cosmic Gate and Glenn Morrison at Marquee (Cosmopolitan)
• Fernando Garibay at Haze (ARIA)
• DJ Politik at TAO (Venetian)
• Bad Boy Bill at XS (Encore at Wynn Las Vegas)
• Larry Tee at Vanity (Hard Rock Hotel)

Saturday, March 3

Audrina Patridge at Chateau Nightclub & Gardens (Paris Las Vegas)

• UFC Octagon Girl Brittney Palmer at Gallery (Planet Hollywood)
• Erick Morillo at Marquee (Cosmopolitan)
• Robbie Rivera at XS (Encore at Wynn Las Vegas)
• Bad Decisions at The Bank (Bellagio)

Sunday, March 4

• Nathan Scott at XS (Encore at Wynn Las Vegas)

For the latest in Vegas nightlife, go to VisitLasVegas.com.

     As always, there's plenty of sizzling nightlife in Las Vegas over the weekend. Some of the world's top producers, DJs, celebrities and more can be found in Las Vegas. A look at what's happening this weekend:

Friday, Feb. 24:

• Kelis at Rain (Palms)
• Ferry Corsten at Marquee (Cosmopolitan)
• Swanky Tunes at Haze (ARIA)
• Travis Barker and Mix Master Mike at 1OAK (Mirage)
• Dirty South at TAO (Venetian)
• The Ladies of Spartacus at Chateau Nightclub & Gardens (Paris Las Vegas)
• Chris Lake at XS (Encore at Wynn Las Vegas)
• DJ Spider at Tryst (Wynn Las Vegas)

Saturday, Feb. 25

• Jermaine Dupri at Tryst (Wynn Las Vegas)
• John Dahlbäck at XS (Encore at Wynn Las Vegas)
• Sex Panther at Moon (Palms)
• Theophilus London at The Bank (Bellagio)

Sunday, Feb. 19

• Mike Remedy at Ghostbar (Palms)
  

For the latest in Vegas nightlife, go to VisitLasVegas.com.

     You'll feel like a commander in chief all weekend long with the celebrities and spinmasters parading through Las Vegas this weekend. Here's a look at what's happening around town:

Friday, Feb. 17:

• B.O.B. performs live at 1OAK (Mirage)
• Alie Layus at Rain (Palms)
• Garth Emery at Marquee (Cosmopolitan)
• Samantha Ronson and Nick Cannon at Chateau Nightclub & Gardens (Paris Las Vegas)
• Felix da Housecat at Vanity (Hard Rock Hotel)
• DJ Spider at Tryst (Wynn Las Vegas)
• Dash Berlin at TAO (Venetian)
• Tommy Trash at Haze (ARIA)
• '80s night at Gold Lounge (ARIA)
• Rony Seikaly at XS (Encore at Wynn Las Vegas)

Saturday, Feb. 18

• Chord Overstreet of "Glee" birthday bash at LAVO (Palazzo)
• Jayde Nicole birthday celebration at Gallery (Planet Hollywood)
• Audrina Patridge hosts at PURE (Caesars Palace)
• Laura Croft hosts at LAX (Luxor)
• Lil Jon at Tryst (Wynn Las Vegas)
• Afrojack at XS (Encore at Wynn Las Vegas)
• Benny Benassi at Marquee (Cosmopolitan)
• Pauly D at Vanity (Hard Rock Hotel)
• Aly & Fila at Moon (Palms)
• Zen Freeman at Ghostbar Dayclub (Palms)
• Alie Layus at Playboy Club (Palms)
• The Anticipation 2our at Rain (Palms)

Sunday, Feb. 19

• Industry Sunday at The Bank (Bellagio)
• Industry After Hours - Mardi Gras Edition at Artisan Hotel
• Kevin Brown at Ghostbar (Palms)
• Light Up Las Vegas at 1OAK (Mirage)

Monday, Feb. 20

• Steve Aoki at XS (Encore at Wynn Las Vegas)
• DJ Vice at Marquee (Cosmopolitan)
• Sam Young at STK Steakhouse (Cosmopolitan)

 

For the latest in Vegas nightlife, go to VisitLasVegas.com.

     This weekend is traditionally one of the busiest of the year, thanks to a certain pro football championship game that people love to watch in Vegas. This year, however, there's also a live UFC event, so there's a full slate of "kickoff parties" to choose from all weekend long!

     It starts on Friday, Feb. 3, with pre-fight parties. Forest Griffin hosts at Lavo inside the Palazzo and RYU premium performance apparel is hosting a bash at Wynn Las Vegas' Tryst. OTM Fight Shops is holding its pre-fight event at Luxor's LAX.

     There are plenty of football-related pre-game events, too, including the Super Party at Rain inside the Palms, the Big Game Weekend Kick-Off with Sports Illustrated Swimsuit models at 1OAK at The Mirage, the Big Game's Biggest Party at Planet Hollywood's Gallery Nightclub and the Big Game Weekend Celebration at Chateau inside Paris Las Vegas.

     Other huge Friday night events include Apl.De.Ap performing at TAO inside The Venetian, Alesso spinning at Encore at Wynn Las Vegas' XS Nightclub and Gabriel & Dresden at Marquee at the Cosmopolitan.

     On Saturday night, the UFC 143 After Party with Georges St. Pierre is at Tryst and RPM Nightclub hosts its Fight After Party with DJ Benji and Joel Madden. LL Cool J and Z-Trip host the closing party for Studio 54 at the MGM Grand.

     The 4^th Annual Cheer Bowl takes place at The Bank at Bellagio, while Kelly Rowland performs at PURE inside Caesars Palace and Vanilla Ice takes the stage at LAX.

     Tiesto spins at XS Nightclub, Zen Freeman and Mark Stylz provide the beats at the Palms' Ghostbar, Richard Durand spins at Rain and Kaskade is on the 1s and 2s at Marquee.

     Close out the weekend on Sunday with the continuation of the Cheer Bowl at The Bank and Ghostbar Sundays with PJ Produkt.

     Knockdowns, touchdowns and nightlife you won't find anywhere else - only in Vegas!