VIC’S LAS VEGAS CELEBRATES MOTHER’S DAY, MEMORIAL DAY, MUSIC, AND MORE THIS MAY
WHAT: Vic’s Las Vegas features live music from world-class jazz artists, specials for Mother’s Day, Memorial Day, and much more in May. Vic’s is also excited to introduce $1 Wine Wednesdays where guests can enjoy a glass of premium white or red wine for just $1 from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. every Wednesday. This month, the featured selections are Meiomi Pinot Noir and Mezzacorona Pinot Grigio, Delle Venezie Italy.
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:
May 2 & 3 JOE LANO QUARTET – 7:15 p.m.
May 3 KENTUCKY DERBY VIEWING PARTY in the Bar/Lounge featuring Mint Juleps with Woodford Reserve Oaked Bourbon ($14)
May 5 CINCO DE MAYO with Margaritas ($12), Coronitas ($14), or add flavors including Strawberry, Raspberry, Peach, Mango, Prickly Pear, Black Cherry, and Blackberry for $1 more
May 9 & 10 KEN PEPLOWSKI – 7:15 p.m.
May 9 & 10 JAZZ AFTER DARK WITH SARAH HANAHAN – 9 p.m.
May 11 MOTHER’S DAY WITH KEN PEPLOWSKI (1 – 3 p.m.) and LVA JAZZ (3 – 7 p.m.)
May 16 & 17 TAMIR HENDELMAN TRIO – 7:15 p.m.
May 21 DINNER & A SHOW WITH THE JAZZ VEGAS ORCHESTRA – 7 – 9 p.m.
May 23 – 26 MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND F&B SPECIALS
May 25 RAISE A GLASS FOR NATIONAL WINE DAY featuring a Red: Renatti Ratti Barbera D Asti Italy and a White: La Crema Chardonnay Sonoma Coast, CA for $15/glass
WHERE: Vic’s Las Vegas
355 Promenade Place in Symphony Park
No cover and no minimums. Reservations are strongly encouraged.
ABOUT JOE LANO
Joe Lano is one of the Jazz world’s best-kept secrets. As a world class guitarist, arranger and composer, Joe has been a mainstay of the Las Vegas and West Coast music scene for 50 years. Say the name Joe Lano in this part of the world and everyone immediately renders the highest accolades as to his expertise and unique qualities as a player. He has performed with nearly every major act in show business since moving to Las Vegas in 1964 including Frank Sinatra, Lena Horne, and Steve Lawrence, and has worked with a multitude of jazz greats, having performed for years at Alan Grant’s “Jazz at the Four Queens.” He was a student of guitarist and educator Dennis Sandole, who is noted for having been John Coltrane’s teacher.
Born and raised in Philadelphia, Joe discovered his passion for music at a young age. He began playing the guitar when he was just 10 years old and quickly showed immense talent and dedication to his craft. He began working with bands in Philadelphia before he turned 13 years old.
In every performance, Joe showcases his abilities as both a soloist and arranger. The music is both old school and modern at the same time and features interesting arrangements of familiar and more obscure standard tunes. The group’s repertoire features not just great solos but also reharmonizations of these classic standards that are eminently listenable and swinging. One of the more enjoyable aspects of Joe’s writing that has become a band trademark is the challenging guitar/bass ensemble passages which are featured in several of the tunes. Also featured are several beautiful ballad arrangements in which Joe displays his unique interpretations of these timeless compositions.
ABOUT KEN PEPLOWSKI
Ken Peplowski is a Buffet-Crampon artist, and plays the R-13 clarinet, with a Portnoy mouthpiece and Van Doren German-cut reeds. He also plays Conn tenor sax with a Berg Larsen mouthpiece.
Ken’s new CD is called “Sunrise,” and it is a big band record of new arrangements written exclusively for him, plus some reworking of classic arrangements. His upcoming CD is a duo record with Brazilian guitarist Diego Figuereido entitled “Amizade.”
He is currently the artistic director of the Sarasota Jazz Festival, the Newport Beach Jazz Party, and the Oregon Coast Jazz Party in Newport, Oregon. Peplowski has also been bestowed this year’s “Creative Arts Prize in Recognition of Outstanding Contribution in the Field of the Creative Arts” by the Polish American Historical Association.
ABOUT SARAH HANAHAN
Rising jazz saxophonist Sarah Hanahan is dynamic force in the New York jazz scene. Sarah has performed with legends like Jeff “Tain” Watts, Dee Dee Bridgewater, and the Grammy-winning Mingus Big Band. Named one of NPR Jazz Night in America’s Youngbloods, she brings a bold, expressive style that captivates audiences. Don’t miss this chance to hear selections from her debut album, Among Giants, live in an intimate jazz club setting.
MOTHER’S DAY
Treat Mom to an elegant Mother’s Day celebration with Brunch and Dinner specials, live jazz by Ken Peplowski from 1 – 3 p.m. and LVA Jazz from 3 – 7 p.m.
BRUNCH SPECIALS (served from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.) – and a free mimosa for Mom:
- Crab Benedict – with roasted potatoes, baby carrots, and asparagus ($30)
- Waffles with Berries – with two eggs and two slices of bacon ($18)
- Quiche – choice of Ham & Cheese or Florentine ($25)
- Lobster & Cheese Ravioli – heart-shaped and topped with pecorino Romano ($21)
- Swordfish – with chimichurri sauce and seasonal vegetables ($45)
- Kids special: Waffle with Berries – half a waffle, one egg, and one slice of bacon ($9)
DINNER SPECIAL (served from 4 to 10 p.m.)
- Prime Rib – and bottomless bubbly for Mom ($47)
ABOUT TAMIR HENDELMAN
Award-winning pianist and composer Tamir Hendelman brings his signature blend of dynamic artistry, swing, and deep musical storytelling to the heart of Las Vegas. Known for his brilliant work with the Jeff Hamilton Trio and the Clayton-Hamilton Jazz Orchestra, Hendelman has performed alongside legends like Natalie Cole, Barbra Streisand, and Roberta Gambarini. His imaginative arrangements and expressive touch have captivated audiences worldwide, from symphony orchestras to intimate jazz clubs.
Hendelman is joined by an exceptional rhythm section featuring Alex Frank on bass and Ryan Shaw on drums. Alex Frank has recorded with Michael Bublé, Fiona Apple, and Miley Cyrus, performed at Glastonbury and Royal Albert Hall, and written for The Late Late Show with James Corden. Ryan Shaw, an in-demand drummer, has worked with Michael Bublé, Laufey, Seth MacFarlane, and Jeff Goldblum, with credits spanning TV, film, and major live performances.
ABOUT DINNER & A SHOW FEATURING THE JAZZ VEGAS ORCHESTRA
Every third Wednesday of the month is ‘An Evening of Jazz & Giving’ with an unforgettable “Dinner & A Show” featuring the incredible Jazz Vegas Orchestra, playing in support of the Jazz Outreach Initiative (JOI). This event is proudly sponsored by Signature Cruise Experiences (formerly Jazz Cruises), with proceeds benefiting the JOI Orchestra to support jazz education and outreach programs. The price is $65 per person and includes a special dinner menu.
MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND SPECIALS
Specials include:
- ½ Rack of Ribs ($20)
- Full Rack of Ribs ($36)
- Pulled Pork Sandwich w/ shoestring or sweet potato fries ($22)
- 10% off all pastas for military with valid ID
Beer Specials:
- Trumer Pils – $5
- Peroni – $8
Cocktail: Red, White and Blue Lemon Drop Martini $16
ABOUT VIC’S LAS VEGAS
Created by Porchlight Hospitality in 2023, the award-winning Vic’s Las Vegas is located in Symphony Park at 355 Promenade Place. Open seven days a week from 10 a.m. – 1 a.m., Vic’s features Italian American cuisine, a full-service bar with Happy Hour from 2 – 5 p.m., a reverse Happy Hour between Midnight – 1 a.m., gaming, and live entertainment nightly. Reservations can be made by calling 725-755-5299 or visit vicslasvegas.com. Follow on Instagram @vicslasvegas.