Just like that, the year is coming to a close, and if you have yet to catch a show at one of Southern California’s casinos, you’re in luck. Guests can catch classic heavy metal acts, stand-up comedy and a couple of holiday performances.
Be sure to check casinos’ official websites for the latest event information.
John Legend
John Legend is kicking off a holiday tour featuring a play-through of his 2018 album, “A Legendary Christmas.” The show will include storytelling and a four-piece band performing holiday classics like those in his Christmas album. 8 p.m. Monday, Dec. 1, at Yaamava Resort & Casino, 777 San Manuel Blvd., Highland. Tickets start at $173; 21-and-older only. 909-864-5050. yaamava.com.
Stephen Percy of RATT and Quiet Riot
Catch a night of heavy metal trailblazers with Steph Percy of RATT and Quiet Riot. Percy was the frontman of the ’80s group RATT, whose hits included “Round and Round” and “Lay It Down.” Quiet Riot was the first heavy metal band to top the Billboard pop chart at No. 1 with their album “Metal Health.” Among the tracks was a cover of Slade’s “Cum On Feel the Noize,” which helped catapult their album’s success. 8 p.m. Friday, Dec. 6, at Agua Caliente Resort Casino Spa Rancho Mirage, 32-250 Bob Hope Drive, Rancho Mirage. $34.50-$64.50. 888-999-1995. aguacalientecasinos.com.
Kenny G
Saxophonist Kenny G is out on his Miracles Holiday and Hits Tour, which includes hits from his Christmas record “Miracles,” featuring the song “Going Home,” which has become the official end-of-work-day anthem for the people of China. The musician has made a name for himself in jazz, selling millions of albums worldwide. He recently released his memoir “Life in the Key of G,” which explores the tension between his perfectionist tendencies and accepting his best efforts. 8 p.m. Friday, Dec. 6, at Spotlight 29 Casino, 46-200 Harrison Place, Coachella. Tickets start at $43.95-$85.20. 760-775-5566. spotlight29.com.
Jeremy Piven
Jeremy Piven got his first big break starring in the HBO series, “Entourage,” for his portrayal of acerbic Hollywood agent Ari Gold, which earned him two Golden Globes and three Emmy Awards. He’s also acted in several films, including “Old School,” “Very Bad Things” and “Black Hawk Down.” When he’s not acting, he takes his comedy routine on the road, often poking fun at the current social and political climate. 8 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 7, at Agua Caliente Casino Palm Springs, 401 E Amado Road, Palm Springs. $39.50-$74.50. 888-999-1995. aguacalientecasinos.com.
Bell Biv DeVoe and Rev Run of RUN DMC
Ricky Bell, Michael Bivins and Ronnie DeVoe were previously part of the group New Edition, but after being on hiatus, they decided to form their group, Bell Biv DeVoe. The group’s debut album, “Poison,” helped usher in the new jack-swing movement of the ’90s, which combined elements of traditional soul and R&B with hip-hop. The group will be joined by Rev Run, a member of the iconic Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees RUN DMC. 8 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 14 at Fantasy Springs Resort Casino, 84-245 Indio Springs Parkway, Indio. $72-$153. 800-827-2946. fantasyspringsresort.com.
Bianca Del Rio
The New York Times dubbed Bianca Del Rio “The Joan Rivers of the Drag World” for her larger-than-life outrageous comedy and drag presence. She was the winner of the sixth season of “RuPaul’s Drag Race,” and also had a recurring role as a judge on the Hulu series “Drag Me to Dinner,” where teams of celebrity drag queens competed to see who could throw the most fabulous dinner party. 8 p.m. Friday, Dec. 13, at Morongo Casino Resort & Spa, 49500 Seminole Drive, Cabazon. Tickets start at $56.50-$48.75. 951-849-3080. morongocasinoresort.com.
Chiquis
Janney Marín, better known as Chiquis, is the daughter of the late iconic singer Jenni Rivera. Chiquis has had her own success in the Mexican Regional genre with her debut album, “Ahora,” and her second, “Entre Botellas,” which reached number one on the Billboard Regional Mexican Albums chart. She’s currently on tour supporting her latest release, “Diamantes.” 8 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 8, at Pala Casino, Spa & Resort, 11154 Highway 76, Pala. $69-$89. 877-946-7252. palacasino.com.
En Vogue
Another iconic ’90s group coming to a casino in Southern California is En Vogue, driven by the harmonizing voices of Cindy Herron, Terry Ellis, Dawn Robinson and Maxine Jones. The group has since had some line-up changes, with Herron and Ellis standing by new member Rhona Bennett. En Vogue is on tour celebrating 30 years and released “Born To Sing,” a remastered digital version of a 21-track collection featuring a selection of rare mixes, many of which are only now available digitally. 8 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 29 at Pechanga Resort Casino, 45000 Pechanga Parkway, Temecula. 877-711-2946. $60-$94. pechanga.com.
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