July will bring prominent entertainment acts to Southern California casinos, including stand-up comedians, country stars, reggae acts and more.
Be sure to check casinos’ official websites for the latest event information.
New Kids on The Block
Boy band New Kids on the Block are heading back to Highland in support of their eighth studio album, “Still Kids, ” released on May 17. It is their first studio album since 2013 and features collaborations with DJ Jazzy Jeff and Taylor Dayne. 8 p.m. Monday, July 1 at Yaamava’ Resort & Casino, 777 San Manuel Blvd., Highland. Tickets start at $140; 21-and-older only. 909-864-5050. yaamava.com.
Tom Papa
Stand-up comedian Tom Papa has released several different comedy specials on Netflix, including his most recent, “What A Day!” where he delves into post-marriage intimacy, his pet pug and why men ruin everything. 8 p.m. Saturday, July 6, at Agua Caliente Resort Casino Spa Rancho Mirage, 32-250 Bob Hope Drive, Rancho Mirage. $35-85. 800-514-3849. aguacalientecasinos.com.
Patti Labelle
Legendary Grammy award-winning soul singer Patti Labelle will be singing hits such as “Lady Marmalade,” “On My Own,” and “If Only You Knew” at a special performance in Indio. 8 p.m. Saturday, July 6 at Fantasy Springs Resort Casino, 84-245 Indio Springs Parkway, Indio. $69-$99. 800-827-2946. fantasyspringsresort.com.
IL Divo
The iconic quartet, consisting of Urs Bühler, Sébastien Izambard, David Miller and new member Steven LaBrie, are on tour, supporting their new 10-track album, “XX.” The new release features original compositions and Brenda Lee and Elvis Presley’s “Always on My Mind,” sung in English and Italian, and a Spanish version of Whitney Houston’s “I Have Nothing” (“No Tengo Nada”). 8 p.m. Saturday, July 13 at Fantasy Springs Resort Casino, 84-245 Indio Springs Parkway, Indio. $79-$99. 800-827-2946. fantasyspringsresort.com.
Howie Mandel
Comedian and television personality Howie Mandel might be better known as the host of “Deal or No Deal” and “America’s Got Talent,” but he also loves some good old-fashioned hijinks. He is known for pulling pranks before his shows, so watch out. 8 p.m. Saturday, July 13, at Soboba Casino Resort, 22777 Soboba Road, San Jacinto. $45-$60. 951-665-1000, soboba.com.
Anuhea
Come out and enjoy some reggae pop-infused R&B by Hawai’i’s star, Anuhea, for a poolside show at The Dive. 8 p.m. Friday, July 19 at Harrah’s Resort Southern California, Harrah’s Rincon Way, Valley Center. Tickets start at $53. 760-751-3100. harrahssocal.com.
Ziggy Marley
Grammy- and Emmy-winning musician Ziggy Marley is bringing his Circle of Peace Tour to the casino, where one dollar of every ticket sale will be donated to building new schools, operating health clinics, and supporting children’s education in Jamaica and Ethiopia. 8 p.m. Friday, July 19 at Agua Caliente Resort Casino Spa Rancho Mirage, 32-250 Bob Hope Drive, Rancho Mirage. $75-$150. 800-514-3849. aguacalientecasinos.com.
Flo Rida
Hip-hop artist Flo Rida hasn’t released anything new in over a decade, but his feel-good party anthems like “Low,” “Whistle” and “Good Feeling” continue to be timeless staples heard in clubs and at festivals that surely pump up the crowd. 8 p.m. Friday, June 19, at Spotlight 29 Casino, 46-200 Harrison Place, Coachella. Tickets start at $50. 760-775-5566. spotlight29.com.
Miranda Lambert
Fresh off of her fiery Stagecoach Country Music Festival headlining performance that included surprise appearances from country superstars Reba McEntire and Elle King, Miranda Lambert is just turning up the heat with her new single “Wranglers.” The singer-songwriter has teased on social media and in interviews that her next album, which was produced in Texas, will be “very country.” 8 p.m. Sunday, June 21 at Yaamava’ Resort & Casino, 777 San Manuel Blvd., Highland. Tickets start at $169; 21-and-older only. 909-864-5050. yaamava.com.
Dwight Yoakam and The Mavericks
Catch the bluegrass beats of Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter Dwight Yoakam alongside the Miami-based and Latin-inspired country jams of The Mavericks. Friday, July 26, at Harrah’s Resort Southern California, Harrah’s Rincon Way, Valley Center. Tickets start at $69. 760-751-3100. harrahssocal.com.
Omarion
Omarion, former lead singer of the boy band B2K, which found success in the early 2000s with hits “Gots ta Be, “Uh Huh,” “Girlfriend,” and “Bump, Bump, Bump,” is back with another solo EP “Sexsonics.” 8 p.m. Saturday, July 27 at Morongo Casino Resort & Spa, 49500 Seminole Drive, Cabazon. $69-$119. 951-849-3080. morongocasinoresort.com.
Related Articles
Things to do in the San Fernando Valley, LA area, June 27-July 4
Seth Binzer, lead singer of Crazy Town, dies at 49
Tyler, The Creator announces Camp Flog Gnaw’s return to Dodger Stadium
Rolling Stones fans: Tell us your Southern California concert memories
The Varnish is closing its doors after 15 years in Los Angeles