Locals only: Las Vegas Elvis Fest kicks off on Thursday

Elvis Fest brings Presley events

Are you lonesome tonight?

If so, get your Elvis-lovin’ self over to Westgate Las Vegas, formerly the LVH, formerly the Las Vegas Hilton, formerly The International, where The King held court during the 1970s.

On Thursday, Las Vegas Elvis Fest kicks off a four-day weekend of Presley-centric events, highlighted by the four-round Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist contest.

Other events and activities include celebrity forums, backstage tours, collectibles and memorabilia sales and a farewell “Blue Hawaii” party.

The weekend also will feature several concerts, including a Saturday night show with Shawn Klush, the first Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist, celebrating Elvis’ Las Vegas performances along with the Stamps Quartet, the Sweet Inspirations and Sammy Shore.

For tickets and complete schedule, see www.lasvegaselvisfestival.com or call 888-406-5885.

Valley Theatre Awards set

The Tony Awards have come and gone, but when it comes to home-grown theater, the suspense is building for Monday’s inaugural Valley Theatre Awards, which will recognize local productions in 11 categories. Cheer your favorites at the open-to-the-public awards ceremony, which begins at 8 p.m. Monday at the Art Square Theatre, 1025 First St. For tickets ($20), call 702-483-8844; for more information on the Valley Theatre Awards, click on www.lasvegasvalleys.com.

New cupcake flavors coming

The pastry shop at Red Rock Resort, 11011 W. Charleston Blvd., has introduced new cupcake flavors that will be available through August. They are sea-salt-banana-caramel, lemon-blueberry, s’mores and Black Forest. They’re $4 each at the pastry case in the Grand Cafe.

‘Clinton Club’ moves meeting

Countless locals already count themselves members of “The Clinton Club.” But versatile entertainer Kelly Clinton is moving Friday’s meeting to a new clubhouse, the Viva Las Vegas Event Center, 1201 Las Vegas Blvd. South, for an 8 p.m. show with guest star Michael Clark. Admission is $15-$25; call 702-384-0771.

Crazy Town tour arrives

What’s one of the few things that could make a stripper happier than a sale on clear-heeled pumps? A Crazy Town reunion tour! That’s right, the band that gave us “Butterfly,” a gentleman’s club staple for years, is back. Grab some dollars from your G-string, ladies, and buy a ticket for the band’s show at 8 p.m. Saturday at LVCS, 425 Fremont St. Tickets are $7 advance, $10 day of show; call 382-3849.