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🎸Las Vegas Guitar Trade Show - Special Events🎸
Welcome to the first-ever Las Vegas Guitar Trade Show, a three-day celebration of music, craftsmanship, and talent. Explore our exciting lineup of contests, clinics, concerts, raffles, and special guest appearances!
THIS SPRING – DON’T MISS OUT!!
This isn’t just a trade show—it’s a weekend-long experience for musicians, collectors, and music lovers alike!
Here’s what’s waiting for YOU:
FREE guitar & gear raffles ALL weekend
EPIC live music performances
Clinics from legendary musicians
Best String Player Contests: Under 18 years old (Friday) & 19 years old and over (Saturday)
Tickets as low as $25!Plus:
Students = 15% OFF!
Military and First Responders = 15% OFF!
Kids under 5 = FREE!
Don’t Miss This: Whether you’re here to shop, play, learn, or just enjoy the vibe, this is the place to be. Bring your friends, your family, and your passion for music—it’s going to be legendary!Best Stringed Instrument Player Contests at LVGTS 2025! 
📅 Sign-Up Deadline: May 28th
Are you the next guitar legend?
We’re hosting TWO epic contests at this year’s Las Vegas Guitar Trade Show!
🎶🔥Don’t miss this chance to show the world your talent and take your place among the legends. 🎶🔥
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Best Stringed Instrument Player 18 and under
Best Stringed Instrument Player 19 and older
Best Stringed Instrument Player Contest Rules & Eligibility
Eligibility:
- Age Requirement: Please select appropriate contest by age group.
- Instrument: The contest is open to all stringed instrument players, including guitar, bass, violin, cello, etc.
- Categories: There will be two separate contests:
- Best Stringed Instrument Player 18 or under
- Best Stringed Instrument Player 19 or over
- Contestant Limit: A maximum of 12 contestants per category will be accepted. Sign-up is on a first-come, first-served basis.
- Submission Deadline: All contestants must sign up by May 28th, 2025. No late entries will be accepted.
Performance: Each contestant must perform a solo piece no longer than 5 minutes
Additional Information:
- Contestants must arrive at least 30 minutes prior to their performance time for sound check and equipment setup.
- Contestants must agree to be photographed or filmed for promotional purposes by the Las Vegas Guitar Trade Show.
For any questions or further information, please contact lasvegasguitartradeshow@gmail.com or call 781-426-6586.
Contest Rules:
- Instrument Setup: Contestants are responsible for bringing their own instruments and any necessary accessories (e.g., pedals, picks, strings). Amplifiers will be provided.
- Song Choice: Contestants may perform an original song or a cover. However, all songs must be family-friendly and appropriate for all ages.
- Performance Time: Each performance must not exceed 5 minutes. Contestants will be penalized for exceeding this time limit.
- Judging Criteria: Performances will be judged on the following:
- Technique (25%): Mastery of the instrument.
- Creativity (25%): Originality and musical innovation.
- Stage Presence (25%): Confidence and audience engagement.
- Overall Performance (25%):
- Judges’ Decision: All decisions made by the panel of judges are final.
- Tiebreaker: In the event of a tie, the contestant with the highest “Technique” score will be declared the winner. If still tied, judges will discuss and make a final decision.
- Prizes: The winner of each category will receive:
- Best String Player Award
- Additional prizes to be announced during the event.
- Disqualification: Contestants will be disqualified for:
- Failure to follow the contest rules.
- Offensive or inappropriate behavior during the event.
- Misrepresentation of identity or performance material.
Clinics & Workshops
Join top musicians and experts for hands-on clinics designed to inspire and educate.
- David Pastorius Clinic (Valkenburg Booth)
Learn advanced playing techniques from renowned bassist David Pastorius, as he demonstrates his approach and talks about his new signature Proto Bass. - Rowan Robertson showing off his chops and new music playing his signature guitar the Valkneburg USA R2R Artist Series
- Daniel Margasa Maintenance Clinic (Valkenburg Booth)
Daniel Margasa shares essential guitar maintenance tips to keep your instrument in peak condition.
Raffles
Exciting raffles will be held throughout the event, featuring incredible prizes from Kahler, Sixx Gun Music, and other exhibitors. Tune in for further details!
Special charity raffle: Win an autographed guitar signed by renowned musicians in attendance. Proceeds will support the HEARTS ALIVE VILLAGE.
RockGodz Hall of Fame Induction
Celebrate rock history as we induct legendary musicians into the RockGodz Hall of Fame, including Scott Snyder, Burt Herrin, & Jeff Duncan, among others.
Exhibitors’ Events
Stay tuned for additional events and exclusive product demos from our exhibitors.
Friday, May 30th, 2025
Friday Night Lineup – Doors Open at 7 PM
7:30 PM – 8:05 PM
8:15 PM – 8:55 PM
The Bones Featuring Vocals/Guitar-Patrick Vitagliano, Guitar-Jeff Duncan , Bass- Sean Koos and Drums-Daniel Margasa (RockGodz Inductee).
9:00 PM
KLUTCHLOK
Saturday, May 31st, 2025
Saturday Night Lineup – Doors Open at 7 PM
7:30 PM – 8:30 PM
(To Be Announced on Friday 5/30/2025 at the LVGTS!)
8:45 PM – 10 PM
Rock Godz Hall of Fame Inductees Award Show
Be a part of this remarkable event and witness history in the making as we pay tribute to the RockGodz. Don’t miss this chance to experience the electrifying synergy between groundbreaking performances and the timeless legacy of these extraordinary artists. 
Celebrate and witness a LIVE performance featuring new inductees and RockGodz Hall of Fame alumni members.
VIP Access Pass
$
120
- Includes: All-access 3-day pass to the trade show floor, reserved seating for concerts, meet-and-greet with featured artists, an exclusive LVGTS T-shirt, and entry to all concert performances and Dealer Breakfast Awards
All prices exclude applicable taxes and fees
Friday General Admission - EARLY BIRD SPECIAL
$
20
- Includes: Access to the trade show floor for one day, including exhibits, booths, and general activities.
All prices exclude applicable taxes and fees. CONCERT TICKETS $15 Additional
Friday Night Concert Tickets
$
30
- Five Star Loser, The Bones & Klutchlok
All prices exclude applicable taxes and fees Concert tickets are sold separately and are not included with the 1-day or 3-day entry passes.
3 Day Pass
$
55
- Includes: Access to the trade show floor for all three days of the event, including exhibits, booths, and general activities.
- This pass provides a discounted rate compared to purchasing individual 1-day passes.
All prices exclude applicable taxes and fees
Saturday General Admission - EARLY BIRD SPECIAL
$
20
- Includes: Access to the trade show floor for one day, including exhibits, booths, and general activities.
All prices exclude applicable taxes and fees. CONCERT TICKETS $15 Additional
Saturday Night Concert Tickets
$
30
- Voted Best Band in Las Vegas (TBA) & Rockgodz Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony with LIVE performance by the RockGodz Hall of Fame All-Star Band.
All prices exclude applicable taxes and fees Concert tickets are sold separately and are not included with the 1-day or 3-day entry passes.
Family Rates & Student Rates
- Family Discount Bringing a family of 4 or more? Buy your tickets at the door and enjoy a 15% discount on the day of the show!
- Students, save 15% when you purchase your tickets in person at the door on the event day. Just remember to bring a valid school ID!
All prices exclude applicable taxes and fees
Sunday General Admission - EARLY BIRD SPECIAL
$
20
- Includes: Access to the trade show floor for one day, including exhibits, booths, and general activities.
All prices exclude applicable taxes and fees. CONCERT TICKETS $15 Additional
Friday Early Bird Special - Trade Show Only -
$
20
- Early Bird Special General Admission Guitar Trade Show ONLY. This ticket does not include the nightly concert featuring Pat Travers
All prices exclude applicable taxes and fees
Saturday Night Concert Tickets
$
30
- Klutchlok, & Rockgodz Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony with LIVE performance by the RockGodz Hall of Fame All-Star Band.
All prices exclude applicable taxes and fees Concert tickets are sold separately and are not included with the 1-day or 3-day entry passes.
Saturday Early Bird Special - Trade Show Only
$
20
- Early Bird Special General Admission for Trade Show Only - No Concert - Concert Ticket Sold Separately
All prices exclude applicable taxes and fees
Las Vegas Guitar Trade Show 3-Day Pass - Early Bird Special
$
57.20
- Unlock the full experience of the Las Vegas Guitar Trade Show with our 3-Day All-Access Pass. From November 8-10, 2024, immerse yourself in a world where guitar magic happens at every turn. This exclusive pass gives you unlimited access to all three days of the event, ensuring you don’t miss a single moment of the action. Concerts not included.
All prices exclude applicable taxes and fees Concert tickets are sold separately and are not included with the 1-day or 3-day entry passes.
Sunday Trade Show - Early Bird Special
$
20
- Early Bird Special - General Admission for Trade Show Only. Concert Ticket Sold Separately
All prices exclude applicable taxes and fees
Group Rates & Student Rates
- Group Discount Bringing a group of 10 or more? Buy your tickets at the door and enjoy a 15% discount on the day of the show!
- Students, save 50% when you purchase your tickets in person at the door on the event day. Just remember to bring a valid school ID!
All prices exclude applicable taxes and fees