Energy Transfer

Tyler Joseph and Joshua Dun make flame-licked devastation feel affectionate. Opening a recent Tampa show with Grammy-nominated hit “Jumpsuit,” the masked alt-poppers rose from the stage on a burned-out car and filled the arena with driving, haunting rock. Straight out of the song’s cinematic video, the performance exemplified Twenty One Pilots’ way of weaving dark whimsy and tender humanity into something that welcomes fans to the tribe.

Built around the dystopian yet hopeful narrative of massive LP Trench, the Bandito Tour has seemed like a gift to that globe-spanning Clique of TOP devoted. The album followed a long hiatus from the band, and the tour—which kicked off last October—was described by frontman Joseph as exceptionally special to him, along with anyone who made it to a show.

“This odd theatrical convention we have landed on as a species, a concert, is somehow healing and protecting, boosting the immune system of the psyche,” he continued in a post to Instagram in December. “Maybe it’s the ethereal sensation of hearing you all singing in unison, or it’s the natural warmth of the collective body heat from the pit billowing toward me.”

Camped at the front of the pit or taking in the spectacle from the top row, attendees of the MGM Grand Garden Arena show Oct. 30 can expect a dynamic blend of Trench material (including standouts “Levitate,” “My Blood” and “Chlorine”) and favorite TOP tracks like “Ride,” “Heathens,” “Fall Away” and the Grammy-winning “Stressed Out.”

Dun’s acrobatic drumming (and actual acrobatics off the top of Joseph’s piano) is the finely crafted foundation of a sound that goes where it wants, like the subject of quick-spitting “Lane Boy.” Joseph sings beautifully, raps ferociously and plays everything from ukulele to bass. The Ohio duo rages and serenades with equal heart, always inviting the crowd to be part of the creation, whether physically crouching-then-firecrackering along with the musicians or shouting their words back to them. It’s an experience that leaves both sides restored. –Erin Ryan

MGM Grand, 7 p.m. Oct. 30, starts at $39.95 plus tax & fee. 800.745.3000 Ticketmaster

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A Feast Fest

Wine and cheese lovers unite! On Nov. 1, Eataly at Park MGM throws a Wine and Cheese Fest. From 5-9 p.m., enjoy unlimited sips of Italian wines and bites of cheese-centric dishes at more than 10 stations throughout the huge venue. Guests can learn the stories behind each cheese and wine that’s tasted. Tickets start at $65; VIP wristbands are also available and include additional perks. –Kiko Miyasato

For tickets visit Eataly.com/LasVegasEvents

A Spooky Sail

Take a short drive out to Lake Las Vegas Oct. 31 for a real fun way to party. Dress to scare—there will be a costume contest—and step aboard the La Contessa yacht for a two-hour cruise around the man-made lake. Enjoy the pirate-themed party with a variety of drinks specials and appetizers. Tickets are $50 per person and you must be 21 years of age or older to cruise. –KM

To purchase tickets visit lakelasvegasevents.com

Beer Here

Head to Fergusons Downtown on Oct. 27 for the monthly Pour in the Alley, where different spirits and beverages get spotlighted (this month, craft beer). The Alley, across from Fergusons proper, features vender booths, fairy lights, music, food options (from chef Mike Minor this month!), lounge areas and lots of friendly folks. –Nina King

Fergusons Downtown, 1031 Fremont St., 3-6 p.m. Oct. 27, $45 plus fee, fergusonsdowntown.com