Fast Paced Military Tattoo

The largest military music show in Vegas � the Las Vegas International Tattoo � is a fun packed, fast-paced  patriotic show featuring some of the world�s best armed forces bands in a tribute to the American armed forces and allies.

The Tattoo, with a spectacular line-up of 500 musicians and dancers, will be hosted at the Thomas and Mack Center, on Friday April 15 and on Saturday April 16, both at 7.30pm. The United States Army, Marine Corps, Navy and Air Force will join forces with military and police units from Scotland and Canada.

The Tattoo is the signature event of the Las Vegas International Celtic Festival. The festival events include the Las Vegas Celtic Gathering and Highland Games, which is organized by the Las Vegas Celtic Society. Visiting Las Vegas at this time is a great opportunity to experience two fantastic events. There will be two performances daily by the American rock band The Young Dubliners (sometimes shortened to the Young Dubs).

The original meaning of military 'tattoo' was a drum performance dating back from the 17th Century when the British Army was stationed in Belgium and the Netherlands. Drummers from the garrison would be sent out to towns to signal to soldiers, 'last orders', get back to barracks! The duty was known as doe den tap toe ("turn off the tap"), as an instruction in old-dutch for innkeepers to stop serving beer. Over time this ceremony has become a much bigger spectacle involving military and civilian assets, choreographed into complete theatrical presentations. This event will uniquely blend music ceremony, entertainment and theatre.

For more information about top events in Nevada take a look at the Top Events USA selection of the annual main festivals and events in Nevada. 

For more information on the Las Vegas International Tattoo visit www.lasvegasinternationaltattoo.com

The Great Eldorado BBQ Brews and Blues Festival

As the snow melts and the lazy days of summer draw near, one thing comes to mind in Downtown Reno, Nevada � fun in the sun!  The Eldorado Hotel Casino in Downtown Reno, Nevada is already busy preparing for the first of many seasonal street festivals, the 16^th Annual Great Eldorado BBQ, Brews and Blues Festival, kicking off Friday, June 24 and Saturday, June 25, 2011.  

Each year this Festival grows bigger and better than the year before. Start summer the right way by sampling some of the best food and drink in the city. Grill booths will line Virginia Street serving savory dishes, including everything from American favorites to tacos and Asian-inspired Barbecue.  

Wash it all down with a wide variety of microbrews from around the country, such as last year�s stands from Alaskan Brewing Company in Juneau, Alaska, the organic Eel River Brewing Company in Fortuna, California and Leinenkugel�s Brewing Company in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin. Also featured are some local favorites, including the Eldorado�s custom beers made fresh on property at The Brew Brothers.

Don�t forget about the great entertainment. Two full stages will be packed with rich blues acts to help festival-goers relax and enjoy the afternoons. Past guests have included the Delta Wires, Chris Cain, Lee Rocker, the JC Smith Band and many more!

Mark your calendars and book your rooms for Friday, June 24 and Saturday, June 26 � nobody wants to miss the 15^th Annual Great Eldorado BBQ, Brews and Blues Festival!  

For more information about top events in Nevada take a look at the Top Events USA selection of the annual main festivals and events in Nevada. 

For more information on the Great Eldorado BBQ, Brews and Blues Festival visit www.eldoradoreno.com