Las Vegas casino buffets have dwindled, but the affection for this dining experience lives on

Despite their high operating costs, buffets seemed to persevere, likely because of that natural correlation between gamblers and diners. But the pandemic changed that. [EVENTS]( & DRINK]( [CLICK HERE TO READ THE DIGITAL EDITION]( [FACT CHECK: CRIME DATA PAINTS A PICTURE DISPARATE FROM REPUBLICAN NARRATIVE]( National statistics show violent crime decreasing by 15% from January to March of 2024 in comparison to the previous year. [BURLESQUE QUEEN DITA VON TEESE MOVING TO VOLTAIRE AT VENETIAN]( Beginning September 19, Von Teese will take over the intimate art-deco theater space to delight audiences with glamorous acts and the haute couture costumes she’s known for. [LAS VEGAS COSTUME HISTORIAN AND AUTHOR KARAN FEDER ON OUR UNIQUE CABARET CULTURE AND 40 YEARS OF ICONIC BARBIE LOOKS]( Before moving to Las Vegas in 2004, the fashion historian served as a costume designer in Hollywood, working in television, film and theater, and with the flamboyant and fabulous Bob Mackie. [What to do in Las Vegas this week (August 15-21, 2024 edition)]( Dezzy Hollow stops at Backstage Bar & Billiards, Sondheim’s Company opens at Reynolds Hall and more in this week’s Superguide. [Comic Lewis Black winds down touring life with a Vegas stop]( Lewis Black takes the stage at Venetian’s Summit Showroom August 16-17.   CONTENT PRESENTED BY RESORTS WORLD [Escape the summer heat at these Resorts World pools]( With record-breaking temperatures at work in Las Vegas, new and enjoyable ways to cool off and escape the desert heat are a necessity. Look no further than Resorts World Las Vegas and its diverse array of pools.  [Simp City finds more ways to expand its robust R&B party]( Demand has grown for R&B-centric events in a similar way goth and emo nights have become such a hit. [Shanghai Taste’s southwest spot brings more xiao long bao and new menu items]( The kitchen at the new Rainbow and Windmill location is much larger than the Chinatown original. [2 of a Kind | Friday, August 23rd]( 2 of a Kind presents a competition where breaking duos from all over the country will gather to showcase their talent and compete for a $1,000 prize. Kids can join the fun too, showcasing the future of breaking with a $200 prize. Whether you’re a breakdancing enthusiast or simply appreciate the artistry of this dance form, the 2 vs 2 competition is an event not to be missed.  [GET TICKETS]( [Hyperpop Night]( [Saturday, August 17th]( Get ready for a hyperpop & other fun sh*t dance party like no other! From the creators of The Emo Night Tour, this night brings the same electrifying energy, chaos, and merriment to your new favorite music genre inside The Wall.  [GET TICKETS]( [Heembeezy | Thursday, August 22nd]( Heembeezy Live in Vegas! 20-year-old West Coast rising star hits The Wall at AREA15 with DrexTheJoint. From Hawthorne to Rolling Loud, Heembeezy’s got the city on lock. Get ready for “Face No Book,” “Floccer,” and new hit “Michael Phelps.” Don’t miss this future legend!  [GET TICKETS](   DON'T MISS THIS: [AFAN BLACK & WHITE PARTY 2024]( KAOS Nightclub at Palms Casino Resort Saturday, Sept. 14 VIP 7:00 pm - GA 8:00 pm   Las Vegas’s hottest event of the year, Aid for AIDS of Nevada’s (AFAN) returns for their 38th annual Black & White Party. Indulge in cuisine and cocktails by the pool, with tastings provided by some of the best restaurants in town, enjoy performances from VINCINT, “Beyond Brunch,” Chippendales, Harrison Barnes, Gipsy and Piranha Nightclub, and more!   PHOTO GALLERIES [FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL]( [HARRIS-WALZ RALLY AT THOMAS & MACK]( STAY CONNECTED: [Facebook](      [X](      [Instagram]( Greenspun Media Group | 2275 Corporate Circle Suite 300 | Henderson, NV 89074 US [Unsubscribe]( | [Update Profile]( | [Our Privacy Policy]( | [Constant Contact Data Notice](