USC Marching Band to Perform Exclusive FREE Pep Rally

USC Marching Band to Perform Exclusive FREE Pep Rally at Sammy’s Island at Palms Pool on Saturday, August 31, 2024 in Celebration of the Vegas Kickoff Classic

Free Game Day Viewing Party: Sunday, September 1, 2024

USC Fan Weekend


Las Vegas, NV – August 22, 2024 –With the USC Trojans and the LSU Tigers getting set to face-off at the Vegas Kickoff Classic  Palms Casino Resort is thrilled to announce an exclusive one-time-only free Pep Rally with an afternoon performance by the USC Marching Band at Sammy’s Island at Palms Pool on Saturday, August 31, 2024 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

As USC fans gather in Las Vegas for the highly anticipated football clash between USC and LSU, Palms invites all Trojans supporters to join the celebration and rally behind their team. For a VIP experience and the best viewing, fans can also book their very own Cabana or Bungalow!

The festivities kickoff on Saturday afternoon with the electrifying sounds of the USC Marching Band, renowned as one of the most spirited and iconic collegiate bands in the country. Fans will experience a full-throttle pep rally filled with USC fight songs, interactive games, and a dynamic atmosphere that embodies the true Trojan spirit.

Saturday Event Details:

  • Date: Saturday, August 31, 2024
  • Time: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM (USC Marching Band Performance in the afternoon)
    10:00 a.m. pool open
    12:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m. DJ Rick Gee
    1:00 p.m. Dancers
    2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. USC Pep Rally/USC Marching Band Performance at Sammy’s Island 
    6:00 p.m. pool close
  • Location: Sammy’s Island at Palms Pool, Palms Casino Resort, Las Vegas
  • Admission: Free: All ages welcome
  • Additional Perks: Free parking | Free valet | Signature Sammy Cocktails & more
  • Cabanas/Dining: Cabanas and Bungalows Available | Full-bar and Kitchen |

For those who didn’t score tickets for the game on Sunday, September 1, 2024, Palms is excited to present the ultimate poolside Game Viewing Party with doors opening at 10:00 a.m. and featuring the game airing on the giant video wall:

  • Cabana specials and DJ
  • DJ Liam

Camera Alert: Media are encouraged to cover on Saturday, August 31 in the afternoon for the USC Marching Band’s performance.

For more information or to arrange media access, please contact:
Michelle Loosbrock: [email protected]
Celena Haas-Stacey – [email protected]
Jeff Wagner – [email protected]


About Palms Casino Resort: 
Palms Casino Resort is a trailblazer as the first Las Vegas resort fully owned and operated by a Native American tribe. With 766 hotel rooms and suites across two towers, Palms offers a dynamic mix of bars and restaurants including the acclaimed steakhouse Scotch 80 Prime, the popular A.Y.C.E Buffet, and celebrity chef-driven eateries including Mabel’s by Chef Micheal Symon and sky-high dining at Vetri Cucina from Chef Marc Vetri. Home to live entertainment venues, and unique lifestyle experiences within a redesigned 95,000-square-foot casino, amenities include free valet and self-parking, The Pearl (a 2,500-seat concert theater), Ghostbar Rooftop Lounge, The Spa & Salon, the Brenden Theatre 14-screen cinema, over 190,000 square feet of meeting space, and nearly 600 units at Palms Place condominiums. Sammy’s Island at Palms Pool, named after rock legend Sammy Hagar, offers island fun and laid-back vibes.
Palms features innovative suites like the Hardwood Suite for basketball fans, the Kingpin Suite for bowling enthusiasts, and many more theme suites. The Sky Villa suites, with masterful artwork and private pools & terraces, with breathtaking views of the Strip provide unmatched luxury for unforgettable experiences.
Located just west of the Las Vegas Strip off I-15 on Flamingo Road, Palms Casino Resort is owned by The San Manuel Gaming and Hospitality Authority (SMGHA), an affiliate of the San Manuel Band of Mission Indians. For more details, visit palms.com or the Palms Press Room.

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