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Olympia Weekend, the most prestigious event in the world of bodybuilding, returns to the Orleans Arena, September 25 through 28, 2008.
Mr. Olympia is a bodybuilding competition held annually by the International Federation of BodyBuilders (IFBB). Winning this event is considered to be the highest accolade in the professional bodybuilding field.
The local Las Vegas resident, Jay Cutler, is competing to defend his Mr. Olympia title for the third consecutive year. Eight-time champion Ronnie Coleman from Texas will attempt to regain the title of Mr. Olympia for the ninth and record-breaking time. Other national and international competitors include Victor Martinez, Gustavo Badell and Melvin Anthony.
Fitness enthusiasts from around the world will take part in Mr. Olympia, Ms. Olympia, and Fitness and Figure Olympia Championships. The parallel contest, Ms. Olympia, is specifically for female bodybuilders. In addition, Fitness Olympia and Figure Olympia are held for fitness and figure competitors, respectively. This event draws avid fans from all over the world to watch these amazing powerhouse bodybuilders battle for the coveted titles. Ms. Olympia Iris Kyle, Fitness Olympia Champion Adela Garcia, and Figure Olympia Champion Jenny Lynn will all return to defend their titles in their respective events.
The schedule of Olympia Weekend events being held are listed below.
Thursday, September 25
1 p.m.
Olympia Press Conference (Mr. Olympia Only)
Orleans Hotel - Showroom
Open to the Public
8 p.m.
Meet the Olympians
Orleans Hotel - Mardi Gras Ballroom
Free Admission/Open to Public
Friday, September 26
10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Olympia Expo
Las Vegas Convention Center, South Hall
Ticket prices: $15.00
7 p.m.
Fitness Olympia Finals, Ms. Olympia Finals and Mr. Olympia Judging Orleans Arena Ticket prices: $54.50-$159.50
Saturday, September 27
10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Olympia Expo
Las Vegas Convention Center, South Hall
Ticket prices: $15.00
7 p.m.
Figure Olympia Finals and Mr. Olympia Finals
Orleans Arena
Ticket prices: $54.50-$212.50
11 p.m.
Olympia Victory Gala
Orleans Hotel - Mardi Gras Ballroom
Gold and Silver VIP Ticket Holders Only
Sunday, September 28
11 a.m.
Olympia Superstar Seminar
Orleans Hotel - Mardi Gras Ballroom
Free to VIP Ticket Holders & Platinum Members or $15.75 General Admission
Tickets and VIP Packages are on sale now and range in price from $54.50 to $212.50 and include tax and facility fees. They can be purchased at www.orleansarena.com or by calling the Orleans Arena Box Office at 702-284-7777.
Orleans Hotel and Casino
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