Bartenders Battle 3

Sunday, Feb. 28, 6-11 p.m.

The Crystal Ballroom, Ramada Plaza & Suites, 1635 42nd St. S.

With High Plains Reader’s Cocktail Showdown wrapping up, it’s time for the Bartenders Battle. The top eight bartenders will go head to head mixing a craft cocktail in front of their peers within a set time limit. The bartenders will be supplied with a full bar to mix drinks for the three judges. The theme this year is Vegas and will feature craps, roulette and a few card games. While you can’t win money, there will be prizes to give away. Blue Belle’s Burlesque will provide entertainment when they dress up as Vegas showgirls and guests are strongly encouraged to dress up for the event (think Rat Pack or even hitting up the newest club on the strip), and there will even be an Elvis Presley costume contest. Tickets can be purchased at tickets.bartendersbattle.com, where you can find more information about the event.