Top 10 things to do in Las Vegas this week
MUSIC
Kacey Musgraves
It’s kind of like a daydream you don’t want to be stirred from: “Deeper Well,” the latest record from country folk chanteuse Kacey Musgraves, possesses a pleasantly ethereal air, a gorgeous, homespun collection of songs that ranks among her best. See Musgraves bring them to life at 7:30 p.m. Saturday at T-Mobile Arena. Tickets start at $25; axs.com.
Jason Bracelin
MUSIC
Nicki Minaj
It’s only appropriate that for her “Pink Friday 2” World Tour, Nicki Minaj is making her second trip to Las Vegas. After playing T-Mobile Arena in March, Minaj returns to the Strip at 9 p.m. Saturday in the MGM Grand Garden. Tickets start at $59.50; axs.com.
Christopher Lawrence
FOOD & DRINK
Yuppiest Brunch
Beginning 11 a.m. Saturday, The Lexi Las Vegas, 1501 W. Sahara Ave., is presenting The Yuppiest Brunch on Earth, a bottomless brunch with seafood, booze and Guilty Pleasures, a yacht rock band, providing easy-listening jams. Attendees must be at least 21. Tickets start at $35; eventbrite.com.
Johnathan L. Wright
MOVIES
‘The Wake 2024’
The Beverly Theater is cramming 50 scary movies into October’s 31 days as part of “The Wake 2024: Open Casket Viewing of Haunted Cinema.” First up are screenings of “Phantom of the Paradise” (5 p.m. Tuesday and 9:30 p.m. Thursday), “Young Frankenstein” (7 p.m. Tuesday), “The Texas Chain Saw Massacre” (9:15 p.m. Tuesday and 7:10 p.m. Wednesday), “The Lost Boys” (5 p.m. Wednesday), “The Craft” (9 p.m. Wednesday and 5 p.m. Thursday) and “Us” (7:05 p.m. Thursday). Tickets are $13 per screening, and the $100 Slash Pass allows unlimited viewings during October; thebeverlytheater.com.
Christopher Lawrence
FOOD & DRINK
Brunch Bash & Tailgate Party
On Sunday, Mabel’s Bar & Q at the Palms presents The Ultimate Brunch Bash & Tailgate Party hosted by chef Michael Symon. The Raiders host the Cleveland Browns on Sunday at Allegiant Stadium. The tailgate features all-you-can-enjoy buffet and bottomless Modelos and bloody marys. Early seating is 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., game seating is 1 to 4 p.m., all-day seating is 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Cost: $49 for early or game seating, $89 for all day. Reservations: palms.com.
Johnathan L. Wright
MUSIC
Life is … Festival
Though the Life is Beautiful fest is taking the year off, Vegas’ indie rock alternative, Life is …, refuses to follow suit, returning for its 12th go-round with a wide-ranging roster of punk and alternative acts, including Las Nalgonas, Switterbeet, Kings/Kings, Trash Animals, Style Cramps and Same Sex Mary. The DIY event doubles as a fundraiser for local charity Girls Rock Vegas and has added a Friday kickoff show featuring country/blues artists Zach Wilson, Dedd Horsemen and Dry Heat with karaoke afterward. This one’s a guaranteed rager starting at 8 p.m. Friday and 4:20 p.m. Saturday at The Dive Bar, 4110 S. Maryland Parkway. Free.
Jason Bracelin
MUSIC
Tom Jones
It wasn’t unusual to see Tom Jones on the Strip. The tight-pantsed Welshman was a regular performer here, going back to his debut at the Flamingo in 1967. Then he took a 12-year break from Las Vegas that ended with shows at Wynn Las Vegas in 2022. See “The Voice UK” coach when he returns at 8 p.m. Saturday and Sunday in the Encore Theater. Tickets are available on resale sites.
Christopher Lawrence
FILM
‘Piecing It Together Podcast’
Vegas’ premiere podcast for diehard cinefiles, hosted by one of the city’s most diehard cinefiles, goes in-the-flesh when David Rosen’s “Piecing It Together Podcast” tapes a live episode right after a showing of one of the most anticipated films of the year — “Joker: Folie a Deux.” Rosen will be joined by filmmaker Joe Black, comedian Jason Harris and actress Tyler Tutt at 6 p.m. Thursday at Maya Cinemas, 2195 Las Vegas Blvd. North. The podcast is free with a paid ticket to the movie.
Jason Bracelin
MUSIC
‘Frozen in Concert’
Fall just got here, but it’s already starting to feel like winter in Henderson. Under the direction of conductor Alexandra Arrieche, the Henderson Symphony Orchestra will present “Frozen in Concert,” performing the score while the movie plays. Experience it at 8 p.m. Friday on Water Street Plaza. Admission is free.
Christopher Lawrence
WINE
Wine Walk Wish
The District at Green Valley Ranch is hosting its Wine Walk Wish, benefiting the Make-A-Wish Foundation of Southern Nevada, from 6 to 9 p.m. Saturday on Main Street. The event features tasting at wine tents, dishes from District restaurants, a silent auction, wine-themed games, dancing to live music by The Sonic Shakers and more. Tickets/details: shopthedistrictgvr.com.
Johnathan L. Wright