Kelce fashions making Vegas statement
THE city famous for Elvis tribute artists might be welcoming another. Keep an eye out for Travis Presley.
Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce invoked The King on Wednesday when asked about his choice of attire for the Super Bowl. The topic came up when Kelce was a guest on ESPN’S “The Pat Mcafee Show.”
The conversation turned to fashion. Asked if he had his ‘fit ready for the Super Bowl, Kelce said, “I’ve got a few things I’ve got in the closet. But you know, we’re in Vegas, baby, the life of wrong, man,” Kelce said. “You might see me in Sinatra. You might see me in Presley. I might have to bring out all the bells and whistles for this one.”
“Man, I can’t wait to see the glasses!” Mcafee called out.
Kelce is known for his fashion flare, listed by GQ among the best-dressed NFL players of 2023-24. He wore an allblack suit and silver choker for Sunday’s AFC Championship Game in Baltimore.
The chain was reminiscent of Taylor Swift’s “Reputation.” The all-black was suggested by Chiefs’ defensive tackle Chris Jones. The look is a joking nod to the Chiefsaholic” serial bank robber from 2022-23.
“Chris Jones made sure to tell everybody, ‘Make sure you’re wearing all black this week.’ We’re going to go in there, we’re gonna hit the bank like Chiefsaholic baby!” Kelce said.
The tight end also said he would not be at Sunday’s Grammy Awards show at Krypto.com Arena in L.A.
“I wish I can go and support Taylor at the Grammys and watch her win every award that she is nominated for,” Kelce said, noting that he’ll be at practice on Saturday and that “unfortunately, Sunday is a travel day.”
Kelce added, for background, “I got to get ready for this big old Super Bowl that we got in a week … Football is my main focus right now.”
We love the nightlife
A hint into the roster of Strip nightclub events during Super Bowl weekend. We have a former NBA superstar, one multiple-super Bowl champ (hello, Gronk), a onetime reality show cast member.
And also, headlining DJS. Scads of them.
The list of noteworthy club performers and parties during Super Bowl Weekend follows. Hit the CO2 cannons:
H.wood Group on the Strip
David Guetta and Future are the star headliners of The H.wood Group, Uncommon Entertainment and AG Production Services’ “H.wood Homecoming” on Feb.9-10. The event takes over a pop-up venue at Fashion Show mall on the corner of Spring Mountain and the Strip, across from the Wynn. This is the same spot where Oak View Group held its party during F1 Las Vegas Grand Prix.
Two shows are scheduled in this partnership with fashion retailer Revolve. H.wood operates Delilah supper club at the Wynn. Guetta and Future perform at the event from 9 p.m.-1 a.m. Feb. 9. “Talent to be announced” is 9 p.m.-1 a.m. But plan “two epic nights” of immersive, experiential nightlife entertainment (homecoming@hwoodgroup.com for table reservations and info).
Wynn Nightlife
■ XS Nightclub at Wynn Las Vegas will present a packed lineup, featuring The Chainsmokers and Kygo with special guests Bebe Rexha on Feb. 10, and “Marshmello and Friends” on Feb. 11.
■ “Gronk Beach,” hosted of course by four-time Super Bowl champion Rob Gronkowski and headlined by Dutch DJ and producer Afrojack, takes over Encore Beach Club from noon-6 p.m. Feb. 10.
■ “Shaq’s Fun House,” is set for XS Nightclub on Feb. 9. The event features performances by Lil Wayne, Diplo and DJ Diesel (Shaquille O’neal’s stage persona) alongside a carnival experience.
■ The iconic Flipper’s Roller Boogie Palace sets up at Encore Beach Club, with an after-party that celebrates the release of Usher’s “Coming Home” album. Sadly, invite only. But the event honors the 30th anniversary of “Gin and Juice” with Dr. Dre and Snoop Dogg. Wynn Nightlife headliner Diplo is also on the scene.
Go to wynnlasvegas.com/experiences/big-game-2024-watch-party for all Wynn Nightlife intel.
Tao Group Hospitality
■ Omnia Nightclub at Caesars Palace will present a weekend of top-tier talent, with Zedd making his debut at the club on Feb. 10. Strip icons Steve Aoki (Feb. 8) and Alesso (Feb. 9) lead into the weekend.
■ Tao Nightclub at The Venetian showcases Fat Joe on Feb. 8, Mustard on Feb. 10.
■ Marquee at the Cosmopolitan has Lil Jon on Feb. 9, Nelly on Feb. 10.
■ Hakkasan Nightclub at MGM Grand hosts Tyga on Feb. 9.
■ Jewel Nightclub at Aria is home to “Jersey Shore” phenomenon DJ Pauly D on Feb. 10.
Go to taogroup.com/promo/the-big-game-weekend.
Drai’s at the Cromwell
Drai’s Beachclub and Nightclub has lined up Rick Ross (Feb. 8), Chris Brown (Feb. 9), Meek Mill (Feb. 10) and Lil Baby (Feb. 11). Go draisgroup. com/las-vegas.
Zouk Nightclub
The Resorts World’s ultra-club has T-pain (Feb. 8), 2 Chainz and Saweetie (Feb. 9), and Illenium and Kaskade (Feb. 10), and Ludacris (Feb. 11).
Cool Hang Alert
Dave Tull stars in “Texting and Driving, Jazz and Humor” on Friday and Saturday at Vic’s Las Vegas in Symphony Park. Show times are 7 p.m. and 8:30 p.m., both nights. This is Tull on drums (and mirth), with terrific backing musicians Dave Loeb on keys and John Belzaguy on bass. No cover. No minimum. Enjoy it to the max. Go to vicslasvegas.com for intel.