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It's That Weird Electric Daisy Carnival Time Again

Submitted by Adam Candee, 8 News NOW

Monday, June 17th, 2013, 12:58pm

It's That Weird Electric Daisy Carnival Time Again

Now in its third year in Las Vegas, the Electric Daisy Carnival appears to have found a home for its eclectic crowd.

Step into your fuzzy pink boots and slide on your glittery thongs. The Electric Daisy Carnival will be back in town this week.

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Legal Street Racing Returns to Speedway

Submitted by Adam Candee, 8 News NOW

Tuesday, June 11th, 2013, 12:22pm

An annual effort to reduce street racing danger hits The Strip at Las Vegas Motor Speedway at the end of the month.

MOPAR Midnight Mayhem will take place for a 12th year from 9 p.m.-1 a.m. June 28. It is open to any street-legal vehicle and any licensed driver.

Entry fee is $15 to race or ride along, and $5 admission for spectators. Restricted-area passes also are available for $15.

For more information, call 632-8213 or visit www.LVMS.com.

Friday, June 28 – Mopar Midnight Mayhem

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Electric Daisy Carnival Announces Week of Events Before Festival

Submitted by Natalie Cullen, Online Editor

Thursday, June 6th, 2013, 3:10pm

Electric Daisy Carnival Announces Week of Events Before Festival

The organizers of the upcoming Electric Daisy Carnival music festival have announced plans for the week-long series of events leading up to the three-day fete.

EDC Week 2013 will feature dozens of club shows, pool parties, and after hours events at some of the top nightclubs, dayclubs and pools on the Las Vegas Strip.

There is also a massive electronic dance music show at the Orleans Arena and a music business conference at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas.

All of the events are part of the sold out EDC festival being held at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway June 21, 22 and 23.

For a list of events and advance tickets, go to electricdaisycarnival.com.

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EDC Access Still Available -- For a Price

Submitted by Adam Candee, 8 News NOW

Thursday, May 16th, 2013, 1:06pm

EDC Access Still Available -- For a Price

Although tickets for next month’s Electric Daisy Carnival are sold out, a handful of high-dollar experiences are still available to get fans into the music festival.

Festival organizers say purchasing a VIP table experience from Marquee Nightclub is the last chance for fans to gain access to the festival, which will be held June 21-23 at Las Vegas Motor Speedway.

Attendees 21 and older can take part in Marquee VIP viewing decks overlooking the main stages, known as Circuit Grounds and Kinetic Field. The VIP area is billed as an upscale nightlife escape complete with a private bar and lounge area.

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Emerging Talent Sought for EDC

Submitted by Adam Candee, 8 News NOW

Monday, May 13th, 2013, 1:26pm

The sold-out Electric Daisy Carnival is looking to add to its lineup of talent for next month’s event.

Insomniac, which organizes the EDC, is promoting the development of emerging dance music talent through what it calls the Discovery Project for the June 21-23 festival at Las Vegas Motor Speedway.

Beginning in 2012 in conjunction with the Electric Daisy Carnival, Las Vegas, the Discovery Project has provided emerging electronic dance music talent with the opportunity to gain exposure by playing at one of Insomniac’s festivals. Winners for the EDC, Vegas competition will perform on June 21 and 22.

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Lights of Las Vegas Beckon with Holiday Glow

Submitted by Adam Candee, 8 News NOW

Thursday, November 15th, 2012, 2:03pm

Lights of Las Vegas Beckon with Holiday Glow

A good recap of where to find holiday light displays this year

The Ethel M Chocolates' Cactus Garden, the Las Vegas Motor Speedway's Glittering Lights and more holiday events will attract Las Vegas Valley residents and guests celebrating the holidays.

Read more at the Las Vegas Review-Journal

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Electric Daisy Carnival 2013 Due for Las Vegas

Submitted by Adam Candee, 8 News NOW

Thursday, November 1st, 2012, 1:02pm

Electric Daisy Carnival 2013 Due for Las Vegas

The third year of the electric music festival is booked.

A cannonade of flowers, flesh, fuzzy boots and chest-caving beats will blast Vegas again next year, as the Electric Daisy Carnival today announced it will return to the Las Vegas Motor Speedway on June 21-23.

Read more at the Las Vegas Review-Journal

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