Rude Photo at Vanity Not only did 2012 bring new venues to the nightlife scene, but also new parties. The Hard Rock Hotel nightspot debuts its new Friday night fête this week, with a grand opening slated for next month. Felix da Housecat spins sounds for the inaugural event. January 13, doors at 10 p.m., $30 men, $20 women, local ladies free.
Z-Trip at Tao The mashup master, who formerly held his Revolution residency at Rain, was recently named second runner-up—behind Skrillex and Kaskade—in DJ Times’ America’s Best DJ poll. He returns to town to spin an evening at the Venetian nightspot. Tao resident DJ Five also brings the noise is. January 13, doors at 10 p.m., $30 men, $20 women, local ladies free.
Adam Levine at 1Oak The recording artist (and judge on NBC’s The Voice) currently has two tracks gracing Billboard’s Hot 100 chart—one a collaboration with Gym Class Heroes (“Stereo Hearts”) and the other a Maroon 5 collabo track with Christina Aguilera (“Moves Like Jagger”). He performs at the Mirage venue Friday night. Also: DJ Karma spins. January 13, doors at 10 p.m., $40 men, $20 women.
Calvin Harris at Surrender The British pop star-turned-DJ/producer returns to the Encore nightclub Saturday. He should be “Ready for the Weekend,” as he’s not only in town to spin a set, but also to celebrate his 28th birthday. January 14, doors at 10 p.m., $40 men, $30 women.
Jojo at Krave The young pop artist was climbing the charts with her singles “Leave (Get Out)” and “Too Little Too Late” while her peers were taking the SATs and going to prom. The 21-year old songstress performs at the Strip-side gay club Saturday night. January 14, doors at 10:30 p.m., $20, locals free before 12:30 a.m.
Karina Smirnoff at Gallery The Ukrainian beauty, known for her appearances on Dancing With the Stars, hosts her 34th birthday celebration at the Planet Hollywood nightclub Saturday night. With competitive ballroom titles under her belt, here’s hoping the professional dancer will ditch the usual bump-and-grind for an impromptu Paso Doble. Hey, it could happen ... January 14, doors at 10 p.m., $30 men, $20 women.
Fancy Sauce at Moon Yet another new nightlife concept debuting this week, the Palms nightclub starts up a new industry appreciation soiree Tuesday. Deadmau5 protege DJ Moguai serves up the weekly event’s initial sounds, along with Alie Layus and Palms resident Dave Fogg. January 17, doors at 11 p.m., $20, local ladies free, includes Playboy Club entry.
AVN Launch Party at Foundation Room AVN’s Adult Entertainment Expo begins on Wednesday, and adult film entertainers Benzo Blackwell, Tiffany Mynx, Franchezca Valentina and Goddess Sativa get the party started atop Mandalay Bay. Revelers can pose for pics in the evening’s photo booth, score giveaways and rage to sounds by DJs Hunter Moore, Jordan Stevens, Michael Toast and more. January 18, 9:30 p.m., $20, $15 with AVN or CES badge.
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