As if Vegas doesn’t have enough to do on a normal day, here is a listing of November’s fun events that you can take part in:
October 29-November 01 - Las Vegas NHRA Nationals
It’s another fast-paced weekend at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway as it plays host to the NHRA Nationals. Individual day passes range from $34 to $65/adult. General admission weekend passes are $125/adult and VIP weekend passes are $145/adult. They can be purchased via the LVMS box office or via Ticketmaster. There are also several free NHRA events happening around town.
October 30-November 8 - 2009 Professional Bull Riders Finals
For eight days, the Pro Bull Riders come to Las Vegas where the best will compete for top honors in this annual event, along with more than $3 million in prize money. Ticket range from $30 to $250 per event, which takes place at the Thomas & Mack Center at UNLV.
November 5 - Latin Grammy Awards
The Latin music community honors its best and brightest at the 10th annual Latin Grammy Awards. The event takes place at the Mandalay Bay Events Center starting at 8pm (PT) and will be broadcast live via the Univision television network. Tickets are $50 to $600 and are available at the Mandalay Bay box office or via Ticketmaster.
November 6 - Boxing: Road to Redemption
The Pearl at The Palms will host the Road to Redemption boxing event featuring a double main event. Fighters Zab Judah, Joel Casamayor and Ron Johnson will be competing. Tickets are $75 to $200 and are available at The Pearl box office.
November 7 - Chihuly Signing
Blown-glass artist Dale Chihuly will be appearing at his store at the Bellagio to sign copies of the first three books in a collectable series of ten - Chihuly Putti, Chihuly Chandeliers & Towers and Chihuly Baskets. Books are available for separate purchase as well as included with any glass purchase. Purchases must be made prior to signing, but then the autographs are free. Chihuly will be there from 1pm-2pm.
November 13-14 - Cigar Aficionado Big Smoke Weekend
Indulge in complimentary wine/liquor, food and, of course, a large selection of premium cigars at this annual event. The location is The Venetian and tickets are $240 for each night. Purchase them at the Cigar Aficionado website.
November 13-15 - Duckhorn Epicurean Weekend at Bellagio
Duckhorn winemaker Bill Nancarrow hosts various dinners and events throughout the weekend featuring vintages from his line. Friday “cabernet vs. merlot” wine dinner is $125 per person. Saturday food & wine pairing challenge lunch is $95 per person. Sunday “ducks and birdies” golf event is $115 per person.Reservations for any of the events can be made by calling 702-693-7076.
November 14 - Boxing: Manny Pacquiao vs. Miguel Cotto
Top Rank Boxing presents Pacquiao vs. Cotto at the MGM Grand Garden Arena. Tickets are $150 - $1000 and are available at the MGM Grand box office or via Ticketmaster.
November 18-19 - WEC: Brown vs. Aldo
World Extreme Cagefighting (WEC) rolls into The Pearl at The Palms featuring the headlining match of Brown vs Aldo. Tickets are $54 to $179 and are available at The Pearl box office.
November 19 - Vineyards of Style
The Shoppes at The Palazzo hosts Vineyards of Style, the second wine event of the year. Enjoy 28 fine wines, exquisite food, and live jazz while you stroll the shoppes and support a good cause. All proceeds go to Three Square. Spend $250 and enjoy complimentary admission and line passes to TAO or LAVO. Spend $500 and enjoy two tickets to Phantom – the Las Vegas Spectacular, Jersey Boys, Blue Man Group, or Wayne Brady. Spend $1,000 and enjoy a one-night stay at The Venetian® or The Palazzo. All shoppers enjoy an after party at LAVO with open bar from 9pm - 10pm. Tickets are $20 in advance / $25 day of and may be purchased at The Venetian box office.
November 21 - Afternoon Cooking Class with Chef Geno
Nove Italiano at The Palms is the setting for Chef Geno Bernardo’s cooking class. He will be presenting “My Nana’s Thankgiving Menu” featuring stuffed turkey breasts and pumpkin cheesecake. Class starts at noon and is $110/person. Call 702-942-6800 for reservations.
November 21 - Maxxis Endurocross Finals
The Orleans Arena plays host to this extreme motorcycle racing competition. Tickets are $39 to $49 and may be purchased at The Orleans box office.
November 21 - UFC 106: Ortiz vs. Griffin
Ultimate Fighting Championship presents former light heavyweight champion Tito Ortiz vs. Forest Griffin at the Mandalay Bay Events Center. Tickets for this battle are $100 - $1,000 and are available at the Mandalay Bay box office or via Ticketmaster.
November 22-23 - “Live! With Regis & Kelly” Tapings
Syndicated morning talk show “Live! With Regis & Kelly” will be filming four shows at the Encore Theater at the Wynn Las Vegas. The tapings will be at 11:30am and 1:30pm each day, but no guest list has been given yet for the shows. Tickets are free, but first come, first serve via the “Live!” website.
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Every effort is made to keep this list current and up-to-date, but information can change after this article goes to press. Please confirm all details with the venues.
If we are missing an event or festival, please email us the details and I’ll try to get it added as soon as possible. Thanks!
We also maintain a separate calendar for November 2009 concerts, club and comedy listings.
