November is almost upon us, which means Southern California casinos have already started announcing their holiday shows, including one this month with Mariah Carey. Other events include rock performances, stand-up comedy and a live game show seen on TV.
Be sure to check casinos’ official websites for the latest event information.
Everclear
Portland, Oregon-based band Everclear is on tour celebrating 30 years of music. Frontman Art Alexakis spoke to Southern California News Group in October 2022 about their 12-track demo debut, “World of Noise,” which led to the group’s formation. 8 pm Friday, Nov. 1, at Agua Caliente Casino Cathedral City, 32-250 Bob Hope Drive, Rancho Mirage. $50. 68960 E. Palm Canyon Drive, Cathedral City. 888-999-1995, aguacalientecasinos.com.
Marlon Wayans
The actor, comedian, writer and producer is known for his slapstick humor in sitcoms “The Wayans Brothers” and “In Living Color.” He’s also done comedy films like “Scary Movie,” “Scary Movie 2” and “White Chicks.” The stand up took a more serious tone for his latest comedy special. “Good Grief,” released on Amazon Prime Video in June, which used humor to cope with the loss of the (almost 60) loved ones he lost in the span of three years, including his parents. Although the subject matter is heavy, Wayans is able to pull himself up with laughter and jokes. 8 pm Friday, Nov. 1, at Spotlight 29 Casino, 46-200 Harrison Place, Coachella. Tickets start at $42.50-$124.75. 760-775-5566. spotlight29.com.
El Fantasma
El Fantasma, who had an underground following for his catchy corridos, is now enjoying the rising popularity of Mexican regional music on the Billboard charts. The singer’s “El Exitoso” placed number one on the Regional Mexican Airplay chart in March, and “Sabor a Michelada” hit number one in June on the Latin Airplay chart. 8 pm Sunday, Nov. 3, at Fantasy Springs Resort Casino, 84-245 Indio Springs Parkway, Indio. $62-$103. 800-827-2946. fantasyspringsresort.com.
Mariah Carey
In 1994, singer Mariah Carey released the album “Merry Christmas,” which included “All I Want for Christmas Is You,” unleashing a slew of holiday-related shows that have become a yearly tradition for the star. If you haven’t caught one of Carey’s holiday performances, give yourself that present this year. You can expect a majority of holiday songs, but also one or two of her other hits from her multi-decade career. 8 pm Wednesday, Nov. 6, at Yaamava Resort & Casino, 777 San Manuel Blvd., Highland. Tickets start at $411; 21-and-older only. 909-864-5050. yaamava.com.
Lewis Black
Stand-up comedian, actor and longest-running correspondent for Comedy Central’s “The Daily Show,” Lewis Black, is on his Goodbye Yeller Brick Road tour, bidding farewell to his stand-up days. Black’s comedy style has long been characterized by his angry rants about politics, religion and cultural trends. Although the 76-year-old comedian said he’ll still do limited performances, this will be the last which includes an extensive multi-city tour. 8 pm Friday, Nov. 8, at Agua Caliente Resort Casino Spa Rancho Mirage, 32-250 Bob Hope Drive, Rancho Mirage. $40-$100. 888-999-1995. aguacalientecasinos.com.
Cruz Show’s Funny Fiesta with Los Toxicos
Join Power 106’s J Cruz for a night of laughs with special guests Concrete, Jerry Garcia, Oscar Miranda and Christian Zaragoza. 8 pm Saturday, Nov. 8 at Morongo Casino Resort & Spa, 49500 Seminole Drive, Cabazon. Tickets are $61.50. 951-849-3080. morongocasinoresort.com.
Frankie Quiñones
Frankie Quiñones is an actor and comedian who rose to notoriety after his Cholofit videos, where he satirizes cholo culture, went viral on social media. The videos led Quiñones to book more stand-up shows and landed him a gig on the Hulu series “This Fool.” 8 pm Saturday, Nov. 9, at at Soboba Casino Resort, 22777 Soboba Road, San Jacinto. $60-$90. 951-665-1000. soboba.com.
The Price is Right Live
If you’ve ever wanted to try your luck on the iconic daytime television show “The Price is Right,” you can compete in Temecula. A select few audience members will battle the game show’s staples, such as Punch-a-Bunch, Cliff Hangers, Clock Game, Plinko and Showcase Showdown. 8 pm Saturday, Nov. 30, at Pechanga Resort Casino, 45000 Pechanga Parkway, Temecula. 877-711-2946. $46-$200. pechanga.com.
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