Cinco de Mayo falls on a Saturday this year, which means a weekend of partying! There are two next Mexican places that are celebrating their grand opening with big festive parties. One of the places is Carlos ‘n Charlies and the other is Señor Frogs.

The grand opening fiesta at Señor Frogs will be at their fourth location, which is at Treasure Island. They are serious about Cinco de Mayo, as they will attempt to break the world record for the largest tequila toast at 9 p.m. Show your support and come raise your glass, and who knows, maybe you’ll help make history. During the daytime, guests can enjoy bikini contests, conga lines and karaoke at Señor Frogs. Oh, and of course drinking and eating delicious Mexican fare.

If Mexican fare isn’t what you’re looking for, but drinks to cool off are, then look no further than Mandalay Bay’s Minus5 Ice Bar. From 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., guests who wear their Minus5 t-shirts will receive $5 off any entry package. Drinks include concoctions like the Blue Ice Margaritas, made with Espolon, Tequila and Hpnotic Liqueur for $8. There will also be tequila shots for $5 and $10.

Margaritas, sombreros, tacos and tequila! These are the essentials for any Cinco de Mayo, so make sure you get your fill this weekend! The only problem you should have this weekend is deciding on the venues, especially with so many options! Cheers!

Horse racing is one of those sporting events that often gets overlooked in Las Vegas. With so many other sporting events going on throughout the year, it’s understandable. This weekend though, horse racing will be front and center, with the 138th running of the Kentucky Derby from Churchill Downs happens. This will be a prime attraction for many casinos this Saturday afternoon.

Dan Shapiro, who oversees racing for Lucky’s Race and Sports Books commented on Derby week, saying “Derby week is always going to be a big one here,” adding on “The handle is great. Saturday will be our biggest (racing) day of the year, but it carries over all week.”

Shapiro also reported that action during Derby week has gone up in the past few years. One of the many reasons as to why the Derby has gained popularity is that there is an increase in the interest of the horses. It probably does not hurt that this is a different kind of attraction.

Lucky’s Race runs books at The D Las Vegas, the Riviera, the Plaza and Terrible’s. They are one of the first shops in Las Vegas to put out future odds on the Kentucky Derby as well. Even though the Derby is this weekend, numbers were posted on the odds of prospective horses 6 months ago.

Place your bets this weekend at the Kentucky Derby!

Last week, there was news that MGM Resorts International was very interested in setting up shop in Toronto. There was so much interest from MGM Resorts International that they hired a local firm to represent them in lobbying support for their proposal.

Currently, MGM Resorts International owns quite a number of the most popular casinos in Las Vegas, including the Bellagio, Luxor, Mandalay Bay and The Mirage, and they also own casinos in Detroit as well as Dubai.

The latest development is that now, Nevada’s infamous top high class brothel, Moonlite Bunny Ranch also wants to set up shop in Toronto as well.

Both companies are known for being leading entertainment providers, and it’s not much of a surprise that they have come knocking on Toronto’s door. Chances are, these two companies will not be the only ones that come around to Toronto to try and set up shop.

Toronto could soon offer up a slice of Las Vegas if these proposals do get approved. MGM Resorts International is prepared to invest billions to develop a casino resort like one that can be found in Las Vegas, which would include hotels, casino, shops, and restaurants. Essentially, they would be looking to create an entertainment hub in Toronto, which the Ontario government wants.

No matter what, even with a piece of Las Vegas in Toronto, Las Vegas will always be Las Vegas.