Centennial builds excitement for its Salute to Helldorado Days with four free community barbeques

WHAT: Mayor Oscar Goodman and the Centennial are gearing up to honor Las Vegas' Western roots and pay tribute to Helldorado Days, the city's most celebrated community event, with a series of barbeques held in various locations throughout the Las Vegas Valley. Mayor Goodman will kick off the festivities by attending the first barbeque.

Sponsored by the City of Las Vegas and Clark County, the barbeques will feature free food while supplies last, music, games and live entertainment for the entire family. Some highlights include educational exhibits, interactive games and pony rides for children.

WHEN: Saturday, April 9 at Estelle Neal Park, 12 p.m. to 2 p.m.
655 W. Azure Drive near Rebecca Road and Tropical Parkway
Mayor Goodman to arrive at 12 p.m.

Sunday, April 17 at Mountain Crest Park, 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
4701 N. Durango, between Riley Street and Red Coach Ave.

Saturday, April 30 at Jaycee Park, 12 p.m. to 2 p.m.
2100 E. St. Louis Ave. near Eastern Avenue

Sunday, May 1 at the Clark County Heritage Museum, 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
1830 S. Boulder Highway near Equestrian Drive in Henderson

ABOUT HELLDORADO
What began as a tool to bring tourists to town following the completion of construction on Hoover Dam evolved into a celebrated event that united locals with community spirit and raised money for local charities. In its heyday, Helldorado was centered on Western themed events such as the Kangaroo Court, Old Timers Parade, Rodeo, Whiskerino Contest, Beauty Parade and Children's Parade and it remained the biggest community event each year throughout the mid-1960s. As Las Vegas commemorates its 100th birthday this year, the Centennial will salute Helldorado Days by resurrecting some of the highlights of the event that long united the community with pride and nostalgia

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