These days, it seems like Kevin Hart is everywhere. On TV, making his debut in 2001’s Undeclared; in tons of movies, including a starring role in the Jumanji remake film franchise; on the radio with self-help audio books; on social media, where he shares his personal life with more than 170 million followers; and onstage doing stand-up with his latest comedy special, 2020’s Zero F**ks Given. So, it only makes sense for the comedy giant to take over a whole hotel. That hotel is Resorts World Las Vegas, and Hart’s taking it over July 6-9.
Dubbed Hartbeat Weekend, it’s a nonstop celebration of comedy, music, poker and parties. The property is sure to be crawling with celebrities from across different mediums, beginning with musical juggernaut Ludacris taking over Zouk Nightclub on July 6 to perform and host a birthday party for Hart. Zouk is the nighttime spot for other special performances throughout Hartbeat Weekend, with J. Cole on tap for July 7 and then “First Class” singer Jack Harlow onstage at Zouk the following night on July 8.
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If daytime dalliances are more your speed, or you want to party both night and day, Hartbeat has you covered with shindigs going off at Resorts World’s pool paradise, Ayu Dayclub. Famed company Rock the Bells, created by hip-hop star LL Cool J in 2018 to celebrate all things hip-hop culture, takes over the pool club beginning July 7 with special surprise performances for hip-hop heads. Leading the charge is a special set by RL Grime on July 7, world-renowned EDM DJ Kaskade taking over the decks on July 8 and a special performance by PartyNextDoor on July 9.
Throughout Hartbeat Weekend, guests can catch the comedy arm of the celebration every evening at Jalisco Underground. Beginning later in the evening, this is the after-hours hot spot for catching one-of-a-kind comedy performances and world-class comedians onstage (you never know who might pop in to do a bit!) The venue, which truly is located underground, is an upscale, dimly lit bar serving a wide variety of tequilas—and is so intimate that you’ll surely be rubbing shoulders with celebrities.
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Stick around the entrance to Alle Lounge on 66 to see a sea of celebrities, 50 hand-selected competitors from the worlds of sports, movies, music, comedy and more, as they go card-to-card during the Hartbeat Poker Invitational, which begins July 8. The no-limit hold ’em game has a $100,000 buy-in and a $5 million pot. Kevin Hart himself is facing off against longtime poker rival Antonio Esfandiari. Together, not only will they put each other all-in, but their friendly rivalry will provide color commentary, poker insights and comedic banter during a live broadcast throughout the two-day game.
Hart doesn’t leave fans without a taste of his comedy, though—Time even honored his comedy prowess when the magazine named him as one of the 100 most-influential people in 2015—when he takes the Resorts World Theatre stage July 7-8 to perform his final, record-breaking Reality Check Tour shows.
So if you’re hungry for those celeb-filled social media posts, like to party with the stars, or are just down for some memorable comedy and music, then make sure to get over to Resorts World Las Vegas this week for the heavy-hitting Hartbeat Weekend. The fun will never stop.
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