THE BIG SMOKE Las Vegas Weekend by Cigar Aficionado WHAT: Presented by Cigar Aficionado magazine, the Big Smoke returns to Las Vegas. This weekend-long celebration of cigars includes exciting daytime seminars and two classic Big Smoke Evening events. Guests will be able to sample a selection of high-end spirits, whiskies and beer in the company of other cigar lovers, as well as collect more than 30 premium cigars–which guests are able to smoke inside the cigar-friendly venue. WHO: The Cigar Aficionado editorial team welcomes world-renowned cigarmakers and guests for a fun-filled weekend of exceptional cigars. WHERE: Paris Las Vegas, 3655 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89109 WHEN: Big Smoke Evening sessions take place on Friday, November 1st and Saturday, November 2nd, with seminars being held during the day on Saturday, November 2nd. VIP Admission: 5:30 pm – 9:30 pm General Admission: 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm TICKETS: Tickets to the evening tastings are currently available online. All seminar packages are sold out–in record time this year, but interested parties may join the waitlist. General Admission Evening Tastings: $350 (Friday or Saturday) VIP Admission Evening Tastings: $450 (Friday or Saturday)