Great Upcoming Events
By Melissa Gill
Universal Horror Unleashed
Weekly, AREA15
Welcome to your worst nightmare. Universal Horror Unleashed, a year-round horror experience, turns up the fear factor in Las Vegas. Explore immersive scare zones and chilling entertainment throughout the horror hub, including four sinister haunted houses: Universal Monsters, Blumhouse’s “The Exorcist: Believer,” “Texas Chainsaw Massacre” and “Scarecrow: The Reaping.” For a frightful feast, grab shareable bites and themed drinks from horror-inspired dining outlets and bars. General admission starts at $69 plus fees. universalhorrorunleashed.com
Steve Oliver: Contemporary Jazz Guitarist
September 14, Summerlin Library
Contemporary jazz guitarist and singer-songwriter Steve Oliver performs at the Summerlin Library Theater this September. Oliver has reached No. 1 on the Billboard charts several times with tracks including “High Noon,” “Fun in the Sun” and “Global Kiss.” He will play songs from his latest album, “A New Light,” featuring smooth singles “Freedom Drive” and “My Secret.” Listeners can also tune in to SiriusXM Watercolors and other jazz stations to hear his uplifting melodies. Admission is free. thelibrarydistrict.org
“Bugs Bunny at the Symphony”
September 27, The Smith Center
In celebration of Bugs Bunny’s 85th anniversary, the Looney Tunes icon returns to The Smith Center in Bugs Bunny at the Symphony, presented by Warner Bros. Discovery. Conductor George Daughtry, who has led the program since 1989, synchronizes live music to classic cartoons. The Las Vegas Philharmonic will perform original scores while 16 Looney Tunes shorts play on the big screen. Favorites include “Baton Bunny,” “The Rabbit of Seville” and “What’s Opera, Doc?” along with new additions. Tickets range from $34.50 to $150.70 plus fees. thesmithcenter.com
Summerlin Festival of Arts
October 10-12, Downtown Summerlin
The 29th annual Summerlin Festival of Arts returns to The Lawn at Downtown Summerlin. The three-day event features more than 100 original works selected by art experts. A favorite among Southern Nevada’s yearly traditions, the festival offers a chance to expand art collections of all ilks collection while enjoying family-friendly entertainment and activities. Admission is free. summerlin.com
Night of the Witches
October 22, Grape Street Café
Mystic Mona, a tarot consultant, will host the ninth annual Night of the Witches benefiting HELP of Southern Nevada. Each ticket includes a Witch’s Brew specialty drink, a raffle ticket and entry to the costume contest. The first 50 guests receive a collectible Night of the Witches cup. Admission starts at $40. nightofthewitches.com
Downtown Brew Festival
October 25, Clark County Amphitheatre
Bottoms up! The 13th annual Downtown Brew Festival, produced by Motley Brews, is coming to Clark County Amphitheater on October 25 from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., with early access starting at 4 p.m. The festival includes over 200 craft brews from more than 60 breweries, acclaimed local culinary artists serving the best bites, live musical performances and more. Discover your new favorite beer while catching up with your friends. General admission starts at $59.93 plus fees. downtownbrewfestival.com
WISE Las Vegas Women of Inspiration Awards
October 30, T-Mobile Arena
WISE Las Vegas (Women in Sports and Events) hosts its annual awards honoring female sports and events leaders making a significant impact. The honorees embody WISE’s mission as role models, trailblazers and mentors shaping the industry’s future. VIP tickets include early entry, a cocktail reception, premium table seating and a special gift. Tickets range from $185 to $275 plus fees. lasvegas.wiseworks.org