I went to my first vlv in 2016 and I haven't missed a si for yet since ! Well except his year, but…read moreit was cancelled, so technically I didn't This event has become my most important event of the year. I take my vacation to go 2 weeks in the US, I visit LA, I do some road trip visits and I attend Viva. Probably the best event of its kind. Well I'll need to attend all of them to make sure but I'm pretty sure it will win the first prize. During 4 days, it's all about the rockabilly scene. Music, fashion, old cars, tattoos, burlesque and ton of pinups everywhere. I have so much fun every time, I never get to do all the cool stuffs that's happening and I meet new friend every year. There's also a bunch of competition that are fun to enter like the pin-up competition or the vintage swimsuit competition. For the perfect Viva expérience don't forget to do some shopping, to attend the car show on Saturday, to enjoy the pool during one of the pool parties, to see some burlesque shows and get a tattoo ! The best souvenir ever I honestly have absolutely nothing wrong to say about this event. It's always perfectly organized. And I just can't wait to attend the next one in 2021 Who cares to join ? Viva Las Vegas !

We go to as many car shows in Vegas as possible including not in Vegas (Hot August Nights in Reno)…read more We enjoy them all but nothing really compares to this. Although our car isn't old enough to qualify to get in (64 or old and ours is a 67') we still manage to go to the Orleans and park in the normal area with our car and a lot of others that either can't get in or didn't want to pay the extra fee. Once you get in though it is people and car watching GALORE! They have amazing rat rods, classics, bikes and live music. The Orleans casino does a great job of this show. I've been attending for many years and remember the old days when this was at the Gold Coast. Orleans is a much bigger and nicer venue and can accommodate the masses of people coming to check everything out. If your a car enthusiast and like to see good looking men and women with awesome tattoos then this is your thing.

10/2 2 am Gregg and I are safe. Music:…read moreThis has been an amazing year for both the Main Stage and the Next from Nashville Stage. Friday's highlights were High Valley, Midland, Walker McGuire, Brothers Osborne (amazing musicians), Lee Brice, and Eric Church. Lee Brice did a cool tribute to police, fire, and military where the lights were off and the crowd lit up their phone to I Drive Your Truck. Eric Church did black and white in the screens, interacted amazingly with the audience and played way over the allotted time. He said that it was his last show of the year and he was having a good time so he just kept playing. It was almost midnight when he was finished. It was a great night. Saturday was a completely different vibe with Brett Young, Lauren Alaina (amazing stage presence), Maren Morris, and Sam Hunt. Sam Hunt was great. I had no idea how many songs he had written. He also really interacted with the audience which was great. One weird thing was after his first encore they didn't even let him say goodnight to us and started music. It was another great night. I am looking forward to tonight's lineup of Muscadine Bloodline, Big and Rich, Jake Owen, and Jason Aldean! Seating: The fourth year of this country music festival is every bit as fabulous as the first three. Each year they have tried things a little differently trying to improve the festival while maintaining the original flavor. The first year there weren't nearly the 33,000 sold out crowd members and you could bring chairs and sit close to the stage. That brought with it hazards that necessitated a chair corral separated from the standing room where chairs are organized in rows. The VIP tickets were either a sky box that came with bottle service for over $1000 or a raise platform for $149 that was behind the speaker areas so you couldn't really see the stage. However the short line to the bathroom and the private bar was worth the $50 upgrade I'm. Org years 1 and 2. The second year there were more people but you could bring in blankets in the GA area. The blankets made it so you couldn't leave the area and come back without stepping on someone. The first level VIP area had more restrooms and private bars and it was a lot bigger than the first year again making the upgrade worth it. This year they added open seating in a second level VIP and again the sky box. The third year you couldn't bring blankets and there were assigned seating in the 2nd level VIP area. We tried that and it was amazing. Great view of the stage because the of the amazing four story screens, cocktail service at your seat, and they added that you could connect your wrist band to your credit card so you didn't need your wallet. A bonus was that you could bring your chair home with you. They even thought about the size of them because they were comfortable to sit in and still fit in your suitcase to take home. This year there was only $100 difference between the assigned seating VIP and the sky box so we picked that. It has been really great. You are above the crowd and they didn't over rent them so that there are about 15 people per level so that you aren't packed like sardines on the balconies. There is AC so that you can get out of the heat of the day for a few minutes, water, charging cords, and wonderful small amenities such as band aids, hair ties, and wet wipes. The servers are top notch. This is definitely the best way to go for seating.

Great location. VIP is a let down because we're so far from the stage. You think they would get…read moreVIP closer for the price!

This is an annual event that supports the Animal foundation. Cost was 20 dollars well in advance…read moreand 25 dollars a few weeks out. All proceeds go toward the Animal foundation. We took a friend and had a blast here...so many local and a few non local breweries to enjoy unlimited samples. They had a 90 s band there and food for purchase at a low cost...located at the Tuscany casino. I wish they would do more of these....it was a blast!!!

If you want to see a very talented guy who happens to be very funny, go to the Cowboy Mashup Show…read moreat the Alexis Park Hotel on Harmon. Eric 'Travis' Wilson is the man who'll take you on a country music journey singing Shania Twain, Willie Nelson, Bob Marley, and Lady Gaga, et. al. Wait, Marley you say? Lady Gaga? What kind of country singer is that? Well, you see, when he was growing up in Jamaica, he learned Marley's music and sings in the reggae style. He also does other entertainers that he got to know when he was growing up in their area. You'll have to see the show to understand the growing up part. Wilson plays several instruments and he'll show you how to play a guitar with his teeth. The show will have you tapping your feet and smiling as he wanders through different styles of music with a country twist. I've seen his show twice and I liked it both times. The Alexis Park's showroom is an intimate venue and you are up close to the stage. It's a fun evening. The show is Sunday evening only at 8 PM.

I had a blast at the Las Vegas Wizard World Comic Con!! I don't collect comic books or action…read morefigures - I came for the cosplay, celebrity guests, and programming/panels. Livingsocial was selling tickets at a discount, but I actually won 2 VIP three-day passes through a contest which included a photo with Steven Yuen (aka Glen from The Walking Dead). I screamed and jumped for joy when I was notified. Seriously. My favorite part of Wizard World was attending a Q & A panel with headlining guest celebrity Robert Englund (Freddy Kreuger). Meeting Steven Yuen for a nanosecond was also VERY cool. Other awesome Q & A panels featured Tom Mison from Sleepy Hollow and Milo Anthony Ventimiglia from Heroes. Unfortunately, a lot of the panels happened at the same time so you were forced to choose which panel to attend. The Cosplay contest was another great event at Wizard World. I loved seeing everyone's mad costume skills. If only I had that much creativity! The programming events were fun to sit in on and were included with your ticket. Most were pretty empty (maybe they're too nerdy lol). I went to a Marvel vs. DC event, a How-to Cosplay event, and a Haunted Las Vegas panel, to name a few. Interesting stuff. Last, it was pretty awesome just to walk around the floor and ogle celebrities from afar. Michael Rooker (Walking Dead & Guardians of the Galaxy), James Marsters (Buffy & Angel), Lou Ferrigno (THE Hulk), Kevin Sorbo (Hercules), and SO many others were on the main floor talking to fans and signing autographs. Autographs ranged from $40-65 with similar prices for pictures. NO photography was allowed near the celebs, without payment of course. I would definitely attend next year! I cannot tell you how much better Wizard World is better than the Amazing Las Vegas Con. 3 days was kind of exhausting though. Maybe I'll just go on Saturday in 2016. :) YELP 100 CHALLENGE 2015: #82

Great showing for your first year here Wizard World! It's about time a big con gets to Sin City!…read more And the efforts were highly applauded. Wizard World Las Vegas had a huge showing of celebrity guests, but their biggest one, the one I was actually going to pay a hefty sum for a signature...Norman Reedus aka 'Daryl' of Walking Dead fame was a cancellation. That was probably one of the biggest draws of the entire con besides maybe the other Walking Dead cast members (Glenn, Merle, The Governor, Father Gabriel, Abraham, and even Beth was in attendance). But even Walking Dead actors Shane and Carl cancelled as well. So unfortunate! I would have almost paid an arm and a leg to get an entire cast photo! Don't get me wrong there were a ton of great celebrity names in attendance - Roman Reigns of WWE, Kevin Conroy of Batman fame, Robert Englund aka 'Freddy', and the uber popular Jason David Frank aka 'The Green Ranger' of Power Rangers fanfare was there! And just about every celebrity had a nice following at their booths. Wizard World was even funny enough to place Kevin Sorbo, 'Hercules', right next to Lou Ferrigno, 'Hulk'! And wow, the number of comic book artists at the con was numerous. Many of them Marvel & DC household names, and a lot of up and coming artists as well. Everyone I talked to or asked for a signature was friendly and gracious. Very nice folks! I got a ton of artists signatures as well! I did splurge the cash for one person's signature, yep, the Green Ranger of course Jason David Frank! Cost me a cool $40! Dang! I was watching the dude on the O.G. Mighty Morphin' Power Rangers when I was still in school! I had to stand in line and give the guy props for taking his career this far. He is the only actor to be in every iteration of the Power Rangers franchise. That's like, EPIC, right? The LVCC was a HUGE venue for the con, possibly too big, but it was nice because everything was spread out and there was a ton of walking space for everyone. The vendor floor was packed with people peddling their toy and comic wares, and even a few famous rides like the old Batmobile and Delorean from Back to the Future made an appearance! Those damn cars were charging moolah for a picture! Guess they would be considered celebrities too. I really enjoyed myself because a lot of the vendors were selling toys, which is mainly what I collect. I know some folks will probably complain about this because the vendors selling comics and novels were less in number. But what can you do, eh? This year Funko POPs and vinyl toys are all the rage. I'm more of an action figure fan. But if I had the money, I would definitely be into buying some golden or silver age graded comics for investment. Can you imagine, your very own copy of the first appearance of The Avengers? Sweet. The programming I attended was great as well. Lots of room for seating in nice AC temp rooms. The program I attended with David Morrissey aka 'The Governor' of Walking Dead as the special guest was fantastic! He was very friendly and excited to be with the audience, and was very engaging in his interview. Michael Rooker aka 'Merle' also made a prank appearance in the middle of the interview with a huge ladder to fix a broken light! It was hilarious. The biggest gripe I think anyone would have about Wizard World was the prices. It is pretty expensive! To get into the con depending on the day cost you $30 and up, for Saturday it was around $45. There were some Living Social deals on the web before the show, but even those were limited to Friday or Sunday. If you waited to buy tickets like I did, if you joined the Wizard World mailing list, they sent out a discount coupon code that gave users 20% off ticket purchases. I got a 3 day pass for around $64 after fees. That made it much friendlier on the wallet. But again prices skyrocket after that because every celebrity charges a premium for a signature or a picture. Getting a cast pic with the Walking Dead actors in attendance would have cost over $200! And that's WITHOUT Norman Reedus in the pic! Of course, that's how Wizard World makes a lot of their money from their 'cons'. LOL, I just noticed how funny that was. But they do attract a lot of marquee names and A-list talent for their shows across the US. As a bonus, every attendee to the con got an exclusive, limited edition 'Walking Dead' #1 reprint with the cover done by artist Gilbert 'Beto' Hernandez. VIPs got a black & white sketch version. I managed to find an extra copy in the trash (yes in the trash!), and got it signed by Beto while at the show, for free! I'm happy a big con like Wizard World finally came to Vegas to support the local nerdy community here. I overall had a great time at the con, and didn't feel rushed like I would at the super con of all cons, SDCC. I'm glad that Wizard World has already announced they will be back here in 2016! I'll be there. Hopefully Norman Reedus will be too.

I saw Louie for the 4th time last night and I really like his shows. I've seen Louie: LOL, Louie:…read moreLarger Than Life, and now his Big Baby Boomer. Over the last couple of years, Louie has changed his show and he has become a bit quieter. The showroom has removed a number of seats, so most of the seating is in the center only as opposed to being in three areas plus the booths. Attendance last night was not good. With an audience like that, Louie tried with his jokes. Some went over well while others didn't. He then started working some of the audience and he did this expertly. He also commented along the lines of when your jokes are failing, you might as well do this. It was great fun with mild kidding with the couple of audience members. Louie has a very pleasant demeanor and he is quite a funny man in his low key way. He's not a yeller nor screamer like some comics. He gets the job done with low key humor. The ending last night was a favorite facial gesture he gets to remember the one time his mother swore. I think I'll use it from now on.

Nope...don't do it!…read more Louie is a sweet guy and all and means well but at this point in time it is evident that this gig is just a paycheck. His show used to be at Excalibur and now Palace Station has taken him in and even named the dive comedy club after him. I am sure that was at his request and terms of contract in an effort to soften the blow of Excalibur dropping him. A bore of a show, I would have walked out however stayed only because I did not want to hurt his feelers! Would have been way to obvious walking out of this tiny comedy club venue. If you would get a kick out of watching an overweight man sweat while simply talking and rambling on in a normal chat banter than this is the show for you! I came for the funny! Is reviewed as a hysterical comedy routine, um not so much! Sorry Louie, I wanted to like you, but your time has run out on the funny clock :(

Attending the Holi Festival in India has ALWAYS been very high on my bucket-list! Until I get…read morethere, this event made an absolutely terrific stand in! Oh, and it's only $5 to register in advance online, and you can pay at the door. Kids under 12 are free! This event blew our minds! We had the most unbelievable time EVER!!! Everyone was in such and incredible mood, moving freely to the amazing dj's and dancing along with the traditional Indian dancers who were giving instructions. It was one of the best festivals I've ever attended and this hippie mama has been to her fair share. There was yoga and bounce houses for the kiddos, trees to picnic under, free hugs and smiles given generously. It was just an all around amazing, positive time and vibrations of love were super high. The festival take place every year in the spring in the wide open park not far from the airport in Vegas. Just a heads up, there's a 7-11 right across the street to the entrance if you forget anything, like tons of water you'll need! The park is well maintained and really nice itself. Ducks in a beautiful fountain, picnic areas and ample free parking. No need to bring food, the festival has a bunch of vegan food trucks and they're pretty delish! Come dressed in white and expect to pull color from places you thought you've never have to. Even those who didn't want color got some, so really don't come if you're not willing to participate. Make sure you cover your expensive cameras and phones too. Shaking off the excess color before leaving the grounds certainly helps. Color packets are sold at the event so no need to worry about finding them. They're $3 per bag or four bags of assorted colors pre packed for $10 which is definitely the way to go. Bring cash! Outside colors are actually not allowed in as the color used here are all organic made from corn starch, permissible food grade dyes, & fragrance only. They are environmentally friendly, beautiful vibrant colors, and nicely scented too! There are "color throws" every hour on the hour starting at noon. In between there's a ton to keep you occupied. We actually stayed ALL day and everyone was having so much fun they extended the festival by an hour or so. We were very lucky to find that this festival coincided with our trip to this region, but let me tell you, I would not hesitate to go out of my way to attend again! It was an insanely unreal time!! Not sure who had more fun, the kids or me!

Lots of fun to be had at this festival. Do you like to hug? Do you like to dance? Do you like to…read moredo hip hop? Do you like to shop? This festival is for the whole family.

Great venue with no obstructed view from any seat in the house, and, FREE self parking!! The…read moreshowroom was easy to find and easier to locate our seats. We saw the Pointer Sisters in concert!! The sound system was crisp and clear, the lighting was great and the seats were comfortable.

We have been to the Orleans Arena but not the Showroom. This review is for the showroom itself…read morealthough I do include an overview of the show we attended. The venue is older but still nice with comfortable seating, great stage view from all seats, there is plenty of aisle space between seating rows, lights and sound are good, and temperature is comfortable. The staff is also helpful and friendly, and parking of course is convenient and free. We saw Murray's Misfits which was an entertaining and amazing show with Murray the Magician performing his comedy and magic, singers, jugglers and other Magicians from the the Las Vegas area. Overall, we had a fun and great experience here at this venue.