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Hank Williams Jr., winner of five Country Music Entertainer of the Year awards, will appear in concert at the Laughlin Event Center Saturday, Sept. 22 at 8 p.m. Tickets start at $45.

The country music star and multi-instrumentalist came into the world famous being the son of country music singer Hank Williams. He made his Grand Ole Opry debut at the age of 11, and at 14 made his first record, a rendition of his father's “Long Gone Lonesome Blues.” In 1970, he signed the biggest recording contract in the history of MGM Records. Eventually, Williams Jr. evolved with his personal style securing a permanent spot in country music's history with his own voice, a blend of country, rock, and blues.

Williams low point came in his 20s when he had a near-fatal fall off the side of Ajax Peak in Montana in 1975. His recovery from the fall is when he began to reshape his career and change his music style, which included making hits “Texas Women,” “Dixie On My Mind” and “All My Rowdy Friends (have Settled Down).” In October 1982, Williams Jr. had nine albums on the Billboard music charts at the same time, a feat unequaled by any other living artist. Nowadays, after working within the confines of the major label system for more than 70 albums, Williams Jr. is now free of all restraints with his own company Bocephus Records.

PETER FRAMPTON HEADLINES RIO VISTA OUTDOOR AMPHITHEATER

Grammy Award winning guitarist Peter Frampton will appear in concert on Saturday, Sept. 1 at 9 p.m. at the Rio Vista Outdoor Amphitheater at Harrah's. Ticket range is $36 to $77.

The British rock musician and singer was in his first band The Little Ravens when he was 12 years old. His group played on the same bill at school as David Bowie's band. In 1966, Frampton became a member of The Herd scoring several British pop hits. Two years later when he was 18 years old, he joined forces with Steve Marriott to form Humble Pie. He left the band in 1971 after making five albums, four studio and one live.

Frampton's international solo breakthrough album was his live release “Frampton Comes Alive!,” which sold more than 8 million copies in the United States and spawned several hit singles. Frampton's latest album, “Acoustic Classics,” has him playing fluently throughout the musical journey, while his newest song last year, “I Saved A Bird Today,” is a true story about him helping a bird, which crashed into his window.

Frampton is still one of the most celebrated artists and guitarists in rock history.

RIVERSIDE HOSTS END OF SUMMER COMEDY FESTIVAL

The End of Summer Comedy Festival with five comedy acts will be held at the Riverside at 8 p.m. Aug. 30-Sept. 2. The show will be hosted by Gabe Lopez, who has been performing stand-up since 2002. Tickets are $25.

Check out the show's lineup. Identical twins Cory and Chad are The Smash Brothers who were born and raised outside of Los Angeles. Their act covers their “not so perfect upbringing” and being a twin. DJ Cooch lights up the room while presenting high energy and outrageous comedic faces. Greg Wilson possesses uber-keen observation skills, quick thinking and a loud mouth. All a great combination for lighting up stage and screen like he did on Showtime's, “Comics Unleashed with Byron Allen” and “Comedy.T.” Kabir “Kabeezy” Singh adds diversity as he cleverly delivers his life experiences with the culture clashes of being an Indian in America and an American in India. He's a crowd-pleased with an in-your-face attitude and razor-sharp wit.

CREEDENCE CLEARWATER REVISITED KEEPS THE MUSIC ALIVE

Creedence Clearwater Revisited will headline the E Center at the Edgewater on Saturday, Aug. 18 at 8 p.m. Tickets start at $35.

Creedence Clearwater Revisited is an American rock band formed in 1995 by bassist Stu Cook and drummer Doug “Cosmo” Clifford, former members of Creedence Clearwater Revival. Following induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, the two musicians launched their Creedence Clearwater Revisited project in 1995 to be able to once again perform the group's hit songs live in concert. After assembling the new band, they made world tours and a platinum selling album “Recollection.”

SUGAR RAY WILL LIVEN BEACH PARTY AT HARRAH'S

The Beach Party Concert Series at Harrah's will come to an end with Sugar Ray appearing on Friday, Aug. 10 at 10 p.m. The group will perform smash hits including: “Fly,” “Every Morning,” “When It's Over,” “Someday,” and “Into Yesterday,” etc.

Southern California-native Mark McGrath is the group's lead singer/songwriter. He can claim a stunning string of top 10 hits, multiple multi-platinum albums including the RIAA 3x platinum certified “14:59,” and countless sold out tours. McGrath has also proven to be an effervescent and ever-present pop culture personality, with a host of TV, film, and other extracurricular endeavors.

LAUGHLIN WELCOMES RACE GATHERING

The Spartan Laughlin Weekend presented by the Laughlin Tourism Commission will feature two days of obstacle-filled races Nov. 17-18 at Laughlin Events Park.

The Sprint is the Spartan's shortest distance race, but it's a favorite with new and returning racers. The manageable distance covering three to five miles will deliver 20 to 23 obstacles, which keeps the adventure interesting and different each time. There's no dress code, but participants may be running in mud and water, climbing hills and mountains, crawling under barbed wire, and jumping fire.

Racers will be broken into groups beginning at 7:30 a.m. for Elite Men and 7:45 a.m. for Elite Women. Waves of 250-plus racers will be released every 15 minutes. A spectator's pass is $20 but requires less strenuous involvement. Paying as you enter, parking is $10 per car, $20 per van, and $50 per bus or RV and cash only.

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Every Friday-Sunday at the Edgewater, two different comedians are paired at “Comedy on the Edge.” Shows begin at 7 p.m. and cost $15 and on Sundays, U.S. veterans are eligible for a $2 discount.

Here's a future lineup: Aug. 3-5 Todd Johnson and Daniel Storrow; Aug. 10-12 Danny Martinez and Courtney Black; Aug. 17-19 Sam Adams and Connor McSpadden; Aug. 24-26 Earl David Reed and Curt Fletcher; Sept. 7-9 Dougie Almeida and Davey Wester; Sept. 14-16 Eric Hunter and Nola J.; Sept. 21-23 Justin Berkman and Darrin Chase: and Sept. 28-30 Leif Skyving and Akeem Woods.

Todd Johnson is paired with Rancho Santa Fe native and comedy club regular Daniel Storrow, Aug. 3-5. Idaho native Johnson, who has been performing stand-up for more than 17 years, jokes about things familiar such as family stuff that happens and crazy situations he gets into. In addition to performing all around the United States and Canada, Johnson was a finalist in the 29th International Seattle Comedy Competition in 2008 and runner up in the Big Sky Comedy Competition in 2012. In 2011, he participated in the Aspen Comedy Festival and was asked back to host the Best of the Fest the same year in Aspen, Colo. Johnson was also featured on Mad TV Network's “Man Up Stand Up” in 2009.

Danny Martinez will share the stage, Aug. 10-12 with Washington, D.C., native Courtney Black, who last year began co-hosting “The J. Anthony Brown Radio Show.”

Martinez is different because he's not only a comic, he's been a comedy club owner for more than 30 years with The Comedy Showcase in Houston until 2013. He's worked with many comedy greats such as Paul Rodriguez, George Lopez, the Smothers Brothers and Rodney Carrington and headlined comedy clubs all over. Martinez' comedy is all about his family -- wife, kids, mom -- plus everyday things that happen, TV material, technology, and self-deprecation. He's not a wise-guy, off-color, or negative comic. Martinez has appeared on several TV and cable networks including NBC's “Funny is Funny,” BET, Disney's “Coming On,” and Galavision's “Que Loco.”

The pairing Aug. 17-19 is Sam Adams with Connor McSpadden, who hosts the scripted comedy podcast “Mean Boys” on the Starburns Audio network and stars in the street roasting web series “Burn Booth” with millions of views on Facebook. Adams' material is clean with keen, clever and hilarious observations about everyday life encounters—family, music, relationships, social media. He's been engaging audiences since 2001 and shared stages with national- touring comedians and music recording artists. Adams is also a motivational keynote speaker with a “Laughter Is Good Business” presentation, master of ceremonies for high-profile events, book author of “If You Don't Believe Me: Lessons Learned From Listening To The Greats,” and 25-year veteran newspaper sports journalist.

Earl David Reed will appear Aug. 24-26 with Curt Fletcher, who knew in 1984 at age 4 that he wanted to be a comedian. Reed is a 25-year standup veteran skilled at talking about everyday situations and working off his audience adlibbing as his show develops. He's appeared on the “Tonight Show with Jay Leno,” HBO, Showtime, Fox's “Comic Strip Live,” A&E's “Comedy on the Road,” NBC's “Friday Night Videos,” and on the DVD “Bill Engvall's All Stars of Country Comedy.” Reed is currently working on a reality-based TV pilot of his stage show called “The Secret of My Unsuccess.”

Performing a full range of Bruno Mar's chart-topping hits, established tribute act Uptown Funk specializes in the complete high-energy Mar's concert experience. Comprised of the industry's top working musicians, the replica group will headline at the Avi on Friday, Aug. 31 at 8 p.m. Tickets start at $20.

Uptown Funk has been touring since 2016 both nationally and internationally and bringing audiences to their feet. The group features Evan Saucedo as the amazing Bruno Mars impersonator who can sing every note live and dance.

Yachty by Nature is a six-piece Southern California yacht rock band delivering the groovy soft yacht rock music of the late 70s and early 80s. They will be leading the fun at The Pavilion Theater at the Tropicana on Saturday, Aug. 18 at 8 p.m. Tickets are $20.

Yachty By Nature is described as a Yachtical Tribute to your favorite artists including Michael McDonald, Hall and Oates, Boz Scaggs, Steely Dan, Toto, Christopher Cross, the Eagles, and so much more.

Upcoming tribute acts in Don's Celebrity Theater at the Riverside Resort will provide audiences authentic recreations of Santana, Elvis Presley and Neill Diamond.

Shows are at 8 p.m. and tickets are $30.

Santanaways is a Santana Tribute Band headlining Aug. 8-12. “Benito” Meschoulam, who was born in Mexico City, replicates Carlos Santana's appearance, guitar playing style and sound. The similarities are what prompted starting the group Santanaways in October 2012. The caliber of musicians Benito assembled, and the precise interpretation of his music makes them the No. 1 Santana Tribute Show.

Elvis Presley, Jr. featuring Bill Haley's Original Comet Joey Kay and his Comet Band will be center stage Aug. 15-19. Joey Kay, Bill Haley's youngest drummer, and his Comet Band will open this show.

Neil Diamond - The Tribute starring Rob Garrett will happen Aug. 22-26. Garrett, like his idol counterpart, was born in New York City; however, his parents relocated in 1974 to Las Vegas where he still resides. Garrett began singing and playing guitar when he was 13 years old. Today, Garrett is one of the world's most popular and requested Neil Diamond tribute artists, earning the title “King of Diamonds.”

The Laughlin River Regatta will be held Saturday, Aug. 11. The 13-mile inner tube float is on the Colorado river between Laughlin, Nev., and neighboring Bullhead City, Ariz. Tickets are $70 per person.

In September, Saturday headliners at the Edgewater's E Centre will include: Lou Gramm Sept. 8; Felipe Esparza Sept. 15; and Ramon Ayala Y Sus Bravos Del Norte Sept. 29.

At the Riverside in Don's Celebrity Theater, September's lineup includes: The Platters Sept. 5-9; Taylor Hicks Sept. 14-16; CSN Express - A Crosby, Stills & Nash Tribute Sept. 19-23; and California Classics – A Beach Boys Tribute Show Sept. 26-30.

The WFC 96 (World Fighting Championships) fights will be held at the Avi Grand Ballroom on Saturday, Sept. 8 at 8 p.m. The best combat sports athletes will be showcasing their talents. Tickets start at $30.

The Avi will light up the sky over Labor Day weekend on Sunday, Sept. 2 at the Beach Overlook.