events in October | October 1 events

13th Annual West Coast Monster Truck Nationals - Red Bluff ~ 10-1-2010 13th Annual West Coast Monster Truck Nationals - Red Bluff ~ 10/1/2010 - 10/3/2010 530-527-6220 This event consists of thirteen monster trucks competing in three events to take home the championship. This exciting weekend includes a freestyle competition and race. Proceeds are donated to breast cancer research. Come support a good cause. 
Red Bluff Events

Groove Kings Band ~ 10-1-2010 Groove Kings Band ~ As the name suggests, THE GROOVE KINGS are the accomplished masters of danceable, popular, groove-oriented party music. From first note to last, their show is designed to thoroughly entertain you and your guests. THE GROOVE KINGS musical repertoire ranges from popular rock n’ roll to classic R&B all designed to keep the dance party going. Whether it’s a popular Motown medley featuring “I Can' t Help Myself (Sugar Pie Honey Bunch)”, Van Morrison’s ode to his “Brown Eyed Girl”, “Pick Up the Pieces” by the Average White Band, or the “Smooth” sounds of Santana, all the music is arranged and performed with the purpose of getting everyone on the dance floor, singing along and clapping their hands. Featuring soaring multi-part harmonies, virtuoso instrumental performances and taut arrangements, THE GROOVE KINGS never fail to satisfy wherever they play. Experience the magic of THE GROOVE KINGS who create a night of memories and just plain good fun!!
Redwood City Events

Haunted Vegas Tour ~ 10-1-2010 Haunted Vegas Tour ~ Las Vegas is known for its lively nightlife, but there is one tour devoted to showing people the exact opposite. The Haunted Vegas Tour and Séance explores the mysterious side of Sin City by visiting different sites where there have been recurring ghost sightings. Don’t worry if you are a skeptic, this tour is anything but cheesy. “Good evening, you’ve had your last chance to run,” says Jac, the guide on the night the tour was attended. He explains that this tour features “the best ghost stories from around town,” but it is not a hokey Halloween-type tour. Show Dates: Ongoing Reservations: Reservations Suggested Age restriction: Must be 13 years of age or older Additional information: The tour group meets in the lobby 15 minutes prior to the tour time. There is no box office for this tour. Guests should bring their tickets and/or confirmation letter and present them to the tour guide. This show contains: A tour of Las Vegas' haunted locations. Kid friendly: Guests must be 13 years of age or older. Nudity factor: None. Show Length: 2.5-hour experience. Prices: $66.25 General Admission Price Note: *Admission includes tour and a set of "Ghost Finder" dowsing rods. Anyone under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. 
Las Vegas Events

Viva ELVIS Cirque du Soleil ~ 10-1-2010 Viva ELVIS Cirque du Soleil ~ Welcome to Las Vegas, where Elvis has definitely not left the building. Tribute artists pay homage to him in shows around town. There is an Elvis museum featuring some of his belongings. Couples can tie the knot with an Elvis impersonator officiating over the ceremony and stores are filled with Elvis souvenirs. Everywhere you look, from a rusted sign in the Neon graveyard that proclaims "Elvis slept here" to the $9.99 gold-rimmed sunglasses and sideburns at "The World's Largest Gift Shop" on the corner of Sahara Avenue and the Strip, Elvis lives on. Show Dates: Ongoing Not Showing: Sunday and Monday. Also:Nov. 16 - 20 Reservations: Reservations Suggested Phone Number: (866) 80-SHOWS (702) 492-3960 Age restriction: Must be 5 years of age or older Prices: $116.40 Category 4 $145.00 Category 3 $172.50 Category 2 
Las Vegas Events

Reno Film Festival presents the Manhattan Shorts ~ 10-1-2010 Reno Film Festival presents the Manhattan Shorts ~ The Reno Film Festival will again host the only Nevada screenings of this year’s Manhattan Short Film Competition. Two screenings are planned on Friday and Saturday, October 1 & 2, both at 7:30 pm in the theater of the Joe Crowley Student Union at UNR. Reno is one of more than 200 screenings to held across Asia, Australia, Europe, North and South America. There are venues in all 50 states and several African cities have been added this year. Attendees everywhere will “view & vote” on the films, with the Reno votes to be tallied with all others and the international winner being announced the following week in New York City. Admission is $8, general, and $4, student, and tickets will be available at the door or on-line at www.renofilmfestival.com. This website also contains complete information on the various finalists. 
Reno Events

Brian Culbertson ~ 10-1-2010 Brian Culbertson ~ *** Tickets On Sale July 16th, 2010 *** Fri, October 1st, 2010 7:30 PM (Doors open at: 6:30 PM) Brian Culbertson Pioneer Center for the Performing Arts 100 South Virginia St., Reno, NV 89501 (775 686-6600) All Ages. $29.00 Advance. $32.00 Day Of Show. Tickets available from Pioneer Center Box Office Tickets Ranger From $29, $39 in advance, all seats increase $3.00 Day of show! 
Reno Events

Nevada Repertory Company presents "Stop Kiss" ~ 10-1-2010 Nevada Repertory Company presents "Stop Kiss" ~ by Diana Son directed by Dave Anderson Oct. 1, 2, 6, 7, 8, and 9 at 7:30 p.m., Oct. 10 at 1:30 p.m. Redfield Studio Theatre, Church Fine Arts Building A poignant and funny play about the ways, both sudden and slow, that lives can change irrevocably. After Callie meets Sara, the two unexpectedly fall in love. Their first kiss provokes a violent attack that transforms their lives in a way they could never anticipate. “Stop Kiss” is presented by special arrangement with Dramatists Play Service, Inc., New York. $15 for adults; $12 for senior citizens and students. Season tickets for Nevada Rep available: $50 general adult; $42 senior citizens
Reno Events

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