Tonight in L.V.: Pitbull, Alejandro Fernandez, Crystal Gayle, Joe Weider’s Olympia, Double Helix, Las Vegas Food & Wine

Mexican Independence celebrations begin with mariachi bands and folkloric dancers ringing in El Grito at The Forum Shops at Caesars Palace at 7:30 p.m.

Pitbull, aka “Mr. Worldwide” who is enjoying the time of his life, returns with his residency at Axis at Planet Hollywood.

Alejandro Fernandez presents his “Confidencias World Tour” at MGM Grand Garden Arena.

Emmanuel & Muares headline The Colosseum at Caesars.

Country star Crystal Gayle begins her weekend headlining concerts at South Point appearing on the Dennis Bono live broadcast in the main showroom.

Joe Weider’s Olympia Fitness & Performance Weekend starts its 11th consecutive year with athletes competing for Mr. Olympia and Miss Olympia at The Orleans Arena through Saturday.

Stunt artists Ryan Stock and AmberLynn of burning arrow disaster fame on NBC’s AMERICA’S GOT TALENT thrill with the opening of their show COMEDY DAREDEVIL with chainsaws, axes and lawnmower at Hooters Casino.

Magician Murray Sawchuck and AGT winner singer Michael Grimm partner for the one-night-only Angel Paws charity showcase at Ron DeCar’s Event Center.

TV host J.D. Scott (HGTV’s BROTHER VS. BROTHER) hosts the unveiling of the revitalized Boys & Girls Club Downtown that his brothers Jonathan Scott and Drew Scott contributed $106,000 to for renovations from Season 4 of the hit reality-TV series.

Dumpstaphunk throws everything into it at Brooklyn Bowl Las Vegas in The Linq Promenade.

DJ Neva has playtime at Daylight Beach Club at Mandalay Bay.

The Stoney Curtis Band is at Lounge at The Palms.

The Scotty Alexander Band headlines Gilley’s at T.I.

Zowie Bowie with Chris Phillips dazzles on Third Street Stage on Fremont Street in Downtown Las Vegas, Yellow Brick Road is on nearby First Street Stage, and Blue String Theory rocks Main Street Stage.

The Double Helix wine and whiskey lounge celebrates its fifth anniversary at Town Square.

The Las Vegas Food & Wine Festival opens its four-day run at SLS Las Vegas.

Chefs show how to cook traditional Mexican favorites at Divine Cafe in Springs Preserve.

The Greek Food Festival at St. John the Baptist Greek Orthodox Church runs through Sunday.

Chef Jose Andres, rancher Bill Niman and butcher Adam Danforth join forces for a special whole ox feast at Bazaar Meat by Jose Andres at SLS.

Landmark Italian neighborhood gem Nora’s Italian Cuisine opens its new, expanded restaurant just a block from its former location on West Flamingo to continue its 25-year tradition.

TOMORROW IN L.V.

Our stories in Friday Neon of the Las Vegas Review-Journal turn the spotlight on Travis Cloer’s reflections as his nearly nine-year run as Frankie Valli comes to an end Sunday when the curtain closes on JERSEY BOYS at Paris Las Vegas. Check out our Red Carpet Report later today for what just might be taking its place!

Plus, singer Jimmy Osmond reveals how he’s keeping Andy Williams’ legacy alive, and our weekly Celebrities in L.V. includes Enrique Iglesias, Goo Goo Dolls, Paul Anka, The Rev. Horton Heat, Black Sabbath, Marc Anthony and more.