Thursday, August 20 SPOTLIGHT EVENT: THE RACING ZONE Beat the heat this August at the Racing Zone with our hottest deal yet: $30/hour exclusively on eSports racing simulators all month long. Experience 22 immersive racing simulators featuring more than 100 cars and over 100 world-renowned tracks, plus enjoy a full-service bar and an atmosphere that’s just as exciting to watch as it is to race. Then, mark your calendar for Porsche Race Night on August 27, where you’ll have the chance to drive legendary Porsche race cars on the Las Vegas Grand Prix Circuit and other iconic tracks from around the world. Whether you’re a seasoned sim racer or trying it for the first time, there’s no better time to hit the track. theracingzone.com. SPORTS: LAS VEGAS ACES VS. CONNECTICUT SUN 7 p.m., Michelob Ultra Arena, axs.com. COMEDY: CRAIG ROBINSON Thru 8/22, 7 p.m. (& 8/21-8/22, 9:30 p.m.), Wiseguys, wiseguyscomedy.com. MUSIC: BARRY MANILOW 7 p.m., & 8/22 (& 8/21, 8 p.m.), Westgate International Theater, ticketmaster.com. MUSIC: LAS VEGAS SONGWRITERS FESTIVAL Thru 8/22, times vary, Mandalay Bay, vegassongwriters.com. MUSIC: PEPPER With The Movement, Joe Samba, 7 p.m., Bel-Aire Backyard, axs.com. Friday, August 21 SPOTLIGHT EVENT: AZÚCAR BANDA & LATIN NIGHTS Las Vegas finally has its Latin party and it’s happening every Friday and Saturday on the Strip. Azúcar brings together a live banda performance, Latin DJ and an open bar with breathtaking rooftop views of the Las Vegas Boulevard at Sugar Factory. From reggaeton to cumbia, bachata to salsa, Azúcar is the most electric Latin night in the city. Whether you’re celebrating a birthday, bachelorette or just an unforgettable weekend, this is the party you’ve been waiting for. Ages 21+. azucarvegas.com MUSIC: ASHLEY WALLS 10 p.m., Stoney’s Rockin’ Country, tixr.com. MUSIC: BOYZ II MEN 8 p.m., & 8/22, the Chelsea, ticketmaster.com.