April 1 to 4 – open
April 5 – New Orleans, LA: 125th Anniversary of the Monteleon Hotel Luncheon
Vince Vance stars as a panelist in the La Nouvelle Orleans East Ballroom – hosted by WGSO
morning talk show host of Ringside Politics, Jeff Crouere – 11:30 AM until 3:00 PM – This event
will focus on the incredible musical history of New Orleans and some of the major stars who have
performed at the hotel – for reservations contact Jeff Crouere jeff@ringsidepolitics.com or call 504-669-6076 – (open to the public)
The Panel:
Mike Shepherd, executive director of the Louisiana Music Hall of Fame
John Blancher, owner of The Rock n' Bowl
Laura Cottingham, New Orleans Jazz Fest
Jan Ramsey, Editor/Contributor Offbeat Magazine
Keith Spera of the Times-Picayune
And starring… Vince Vance, composer, entertainer, pianist and bandleader
enjoying his 40th Year of Vince Vance & the Valiants
Jeff Crouere is the Host of “Ringside Politics,” which airs at 7:30 p.m. Fri. and 10:00 p.m. Sun. on WLAE-TV 32, a PBS station, and 7 till 11:00 AM weekdays on WGSO 990 AM in New Orleans and the Northshore. He is the Political Analyst for WGNO-TV ABC26 and a Columnist for selected publications. For more information, visit his web site at RingsidePolitics.com.
April 6 to 14 – open
April 15 – Dallas, TX: The Crown & Harp (English/Irish Pub) – 1914 Greenville Ave (right next door to Daddy Jack’s Lobster Shack) – Doors Open: 5:30 PM – set up at 5:30 PM – Meet Vince at the cocktail party at 8:00 PM – Show times: 9:00 PM, 10:30 PM & Midnight! – Club Phone: 214.828.1914 Tickets: $10.00 – (open to the public)
We’re celebrating Lainy’s Birthday. YES, Valentine Valiantette will be 21.
“Best Fish ‘n Chips in Dallas!” –Vince Vance
April 16 – Wills Point, TX: Bluebird Festival
Downtown Main Stage (75169) – Contact: John Ross – setup: 2:00 PM – show times: 7:00 to 9:00 PM – (open to the public) NATURE PARTY ALERT! –
“Mr. Bluebird’s on my shoulder. It’s the truth! It’s actual!
Everything is satis-factual!” –Uncle Remus
April 17 to 30 – open
May 1 to 6 – open
May 7 – Slidell, LA: Sheriff Jack Strain Campaign Fundraiser – Northshore Harbor Center –100 Harbor Center (70461) – 985.781.3650 – Setup: 3:00 PM – Show Times: 9:00 to 10:30 PM – contact: Marlin Peachey 985.264.4598 cell / marlinpeachey@att.net – (open to the public)
May 8 to 13 – open
May 14 - Midland, TX: The Ragin’ Cajun benefiting Special Olympics Texas – Air Force Museum Hanger – Midland International Airport 432.560.2200 – 9506 La Force Blvd (79701) – Setup: 11:00 AM – Doors: 4:00 PM – Show Times: 7:00 – 11:00 PM – Contact: Jennifer Lance 432.213.4579 jlance@sotx.org – (open to the public)
May 15 to 20 – open
May 21 – Dallas, TX: Poor David’s Pub – 214.565.1295 1313 South Lamar Street (75215) – Doors open at 8:00 PM – Show Times: 9:00 PM to 1:00 AM – Tickets: $15.00 plus tax – (open to the public)
May 22 to 24 – open
May 25 – Denver, CO: Sulzer Chemtech USA National Petrochemical and Refining Convention (NPRA) – Contact: Terry Tyler (Ana Gonzales 281.441.5202 – Setup: 2:00 PM Show times: 8:30 PM to Midnight – (private)
May 26 to 31 – open
June 1 to 10 – open
June 11 – New Orleans, LA: LSU Medical School 50th Reunion ‘61 Cocktails: 6:00 PM – Dinner: 7:00 PM – show times: 8:00 PM to 11:00 PM – contact: Lynn Mary lbmary@mac.com – (private)
June 12 to 30 – open
July 1 & 2 – open
July 3 – New Orleans, LA: Rock ‘n Bowl possible Vince Vance Louisiana Legends Show
(STILL TENTATIVE)
July 4 – open Vince Vance Still open on Independence Day
July 5 to 31 – open
August 1 to 12 – open
August 13 – Lula, MS: Isle of Capri Casino 777 Isle of Capri Parkway (38644) – 662.363.4600 – contact: Jose Oakley GM (through
Baxter Lee 662.363.4306) – Player Reward Show – showtime: 8:00 to 9:30 PM (private)
August 14 to 31 – open
September 1 to 3 – open
September 4 -Lk Centralia, IL: RL Howard Memorial Centralia Lake Washer Tournament 3234 Gunnison Lane (on lake) – Setup Time: 2:00 PM – Show Times: 8:00 PM to Midnight – Contact: Roger Campbell, Host Roger@eastsidelumber.com – (*Vince’s Highest Rockin’ Party Rating) – (open to the public) ULTIMATE PARTY ALERT! DO NOT MISS THIS ONE!
September 5 to 9 – open
September 10 – Laurel, MS: Beasley/Gonzales Wedding
Jennifer Beasley & Daniel Gonzales have their “Dream Wedding” – Laurel Country Club – 2011
Highway 84 West (39440) – Country Club: 601.649.7132 – Doors: 5:30 PM – Show Times: 7:00
to 11:00 PM – contact James Beasley jamesbeasley49@yahoo.com – (private)
September 11 to 14 – open
September 15 – Atlanta, GA: Fox Theatre presents Vince Vance & Valiants Appreciation Party sponsored by Regional Medical Client – Fox Theatre – 404.881.2100 660 Peachtree Street NE – Atlanta GA 30308 – Show Times: 7:00 to 11:00 PM – contact – Dr. Mark Schwaiger (Suzanne Catterton) 678.777.2229 (private)
September 16 – open
September 17 – New Orleans, LA: The 40th Anniversary of Vince Vance & the Valiants Rock ‘n Bowl – 3016 Carrollton Ave (70118) – 9:00 PM to 1:00 AM – Contact: John Blancher 504.861.1700 – Guest Stars! – Laughter! – Bowling – Fun! – Tickets: $10.00 each –Come Party with some of the stars from way back when – (open to the public) – Silent Auction benefiting… To Be Announced
September 18 – Port Allen, LA: Oldies But Goodies Fest – West Baton Rouge Tourist Information and Conference Center 2750 North Westport Drive (70767) – setup: 11:00 AM – show times: 2:00 to 3:10 PM, 3:30 to 4:40 PM & 5:00 to 6:00 PM – contact: Mike David labestmusic@yahoo.com – (open to the public)
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Two full days of activities and music, the Oldies But Goodies Fest is held on the grounds of the West Baton Rouge Tourist Information & Conference Center, FREE to the public, Noon to 6:00 PM on Saturday & Sunday. Take 1-10 West at Exit #151. Dance to the great music of the 50’s, 60’s & 70’s. Antique cars, oldies food, costume, Jitterbug, Hula Hoop & Twist contests. Elvis & Marilyn Monroe look-alike contest, childrens’ activities, vendors and more. Highlight on stage Sunday, VINCE VANCE & THE VALIANTS. Sunday at 10:00 AM a Poker Fun Run with proceeds to benefit the St. Jude Dream Foundation & St. Jude Children’s Hospital. For more details, call 225.344.2920.
“I love music. My life has largely been preserving the great songs of the past. My original sound always has the feeling of the great classics of Rock ‘n Roll. Here’s an opportunity to hear the purest music ever created! Don’t miss a note of my 2nd Annual Appearance Concert of Oldie But Goodie Fest nor a moment of this fun-filled family feast of music, food and good times!” –Vince Vance
September 19 to 30 – open
October 1 to 27 – open
October 28 – Westlake, LA: Isle of Capri Casino Halloween Extravaganza – 100 Westlake Avenue (70669) Setup Time: 1:00 PM – Show Times: 7:00 PM to 11:00 PM – For particulars & special deals contact: Justin Morris 337.430.2455 <Justin.morris@islecorp.com> – Ultimate Halloween Casino Alert – (open to the public)
October 28 – Westlake, LA: Isle of Capri Casino Halloween Extravaganza – 100 Westlake Avenue (70669) Setup Time: 1:00 PM – Show Times: 7:00 PM to 11:00 PM – For particulars & special deals contact: Justin Morris 337.430.2455 <Justin.morris@islecorp.com> – Ultimate Halloween Casino Alert – (open to the public)
October 30 – Slidell, LA: Heritage Park Bayou Jam Halloween Bash – 5:00 to 7:00 PM – Don't miss this amazing FREE show! – It's at the main stage band shell of Heritage Park (behind Train Depot) – Mayor Freddy Drennan invites one and all to a major concert treat! – Sponsored by Slidell’s City Fathers, this party is great for the whole family – Tons of Trick or Treat Games and Booths presented by local civic-minded businesses – Don't miss Vince as the Count Fun-ula doing The Monster Mash – Get there early and bring lawn chairs and/or blankets – contact: Kim Bergeron 985.640.6113 cell & 985.646.4375 work – (*Vince’s Highest Family Show Rating) – (open to public)
“I highly recommend and personally endorse this show for families.” –Vince Vance
October 31 – Halloween open
November 1 to 24 – open
November 25 – Baton Rouge, LA: Baton Rouge Assembly Debutante Ball
Venue: TBA – Show times: 8:00 PM to Midnight with appropriate breaks – Contact: Liz McKowen 225.202.3059 liztommckowen@gmail.com – contact: Tom McKowen 225.505.5216 (private)
November 26 to 30 – open
December 1 & 2 – open
December 3 – Daleville, AL: Army Aviation Cntr Federal Credit Union Christmas Party
Venue: Daleville VFW 334.598.6211 – Doors Open: 6:00 PM – Dinner: 7:00 PM – Show Time:
8:00 PM to Midnight – contact: Monique Jefferson 334.598.4411 Ext 1309 – (private)
December 4 to 15 – open
December 16 – Westlake, LA: Isle of Capri Casino All I Want for Christmas Is You Extravaganza – 100 Westlake Ave (70669)
Setup Time: 1:00 PM – Show Times: 7:00 PM to 11:00 PM – For particulars/special deals contact: Justin Morris 337.430.2455 <Justin.morris@islecorp.com> – (open to the
public) Ultimate Christmas Casino Alert
December 17 – Westlake, LA: Isle of Capri Casino All I Want for Christmas Is You Extravaganza – 100 Westlake Ave (70669)
Setup Time: 1:00 PM – Show Times: 7:00 PM to 11:00 PM – For particulars/special deals contact: Justin Morris 337.430.2455 <Justin.morris@islecorp.com> – (open to the
public) Ultimate Christmas Casino Alert
December 18 to 30 – open
December 31 – New Year’s Eve Open
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January 1 to 27 – open
January 28 – New Orleans, LA:
Crazy Caribbean Birthday Cruise VIII Bon Voyage Party
For $20.00 tickets please call Jay Ceravulo at 504.615.4046 – Rock ‘n Bowl – 3016 Carrollton Ave (70118) – Party Time: 6:30 to 9:00 PM – Contact: Jay Ceravulo 504.615.4046 – Vince will recite “I Am New Orleans.” (open to public)
“Hey, even if you’re not coming on my Crazy Cruise, come wish me a Happy Birfday.” –Vince Vance
January 28-New Orleans, LA: Vince Vance’s Annual 39th Birthday Bash – Rock ‘n Bowl – 3016 Carrollton Ave (70118) – 9:00 PM to 1:00 AM – Contact: John Blancher 504.861.1700 – Guest Stars! – Birthday Cake! – Laughter! – Fun! – Tickets: $10.00 each – (open to the public) Come Party with the Birthday Boy:
He’s not getting any younger, but he’ll try to tell you otherwise!
January 29 to February 4 –
Vince Vance’s Crazy Caribbean Cruise 2011
3 GREAT PORTS: Jamaica –, Grand Cayman – Cozumel
January 29: Embarks 4 PM & Vinnie’s Meet & Greet Party* & Debbie Adame’s Casino Hang January 30: Vince Vance & the Valiants Concert------------------------------------------------------------January 31: Vince Vance’s Actual Birthday features Komedy Klub featuring Cap’n Bob----- February 1: The Triple V Slots Tournament held in the casino-------------------------------------------February 2: An Intimate Evening with Vince Vance--------------------------------------------------------- February 3: The All-New Tea for Two or more----------------------------------------------------------------February 4: Vince Vance’s Birthday Sock Hop - Arrive in New Orleans for Tearful Good-byes
*Note: The above events are scheduled on speculation days based on last year’s schedule and are subject to change. Come to Vinnie’s Meet & Greet to get all details & firm schedule
For bookings, please contact Vince's manager,
