Glass Cactus Nightclub at Gaylord Texan Resort Presents "Summer Nights" Concert Series

GRAPEVINE, TX (May 20, 2008) - As part of its SummerFest 2008 event, taking place May 23rd though August 31st, 2008, Glass Cactus Nightclub at Gaylord Texan Resort will host a “Summer Nights” Concert Series on its 3,000-square-foot entertainment stage. The concert series will feature live performances by:

Smash Mouth – Friday, May 23rd
Rick Springfield – Friday, June 13th
The Tubes – Saturday, June 14th
Monte Montgomery – June 24th
Gin Blossoms with The Rembrandts – Friday, June 27th
Night Ranger – Saturday, July 12th
Missing Persons, The Romantics, and Tommy Tutone – July 25th
Loverboy – August 13th
The Smithereens – Wednesday, August 20th
The Spin Doctors – Friday, August 29th

Tickets for the Glass Cactus “Summer Nights” Concert Series events are on sale now at www.ticketmaster.com.

In addition to its entertainment stage and dance floor, Glass Cactus features four signature bars, an exclusive VIP level, and a 13,000-square-foot multi-tiered outdoor deck overlooking breathtaking sunsets on Lake Grapevine. To arouse the senses, live performances at the nightclub are synchronized with state-of-the-art sound, lighting, and video systems.

Guests of Glass Cactus are dazzled lavish interiors, seductive lighting effects, and multiple alluring rooms – all within its captivating canyon walls. The nightclub’s menu features a flavorful selection of upscale “club cuisine,” creative cocktails and tequilas from the largest selection in the state of Texas. Glass Cactus nightclub is open Tuesdays – Saturdays, from 5:00pm – 2:00am. For more information, visit www.glasscactusnightclub.com.

ABOUT SUMMERFEST 2008 AT GAYLORD TEXAN
This summer, Gaylord Texan is bringing the outdoors in… at a comfortable 72 degrees all summer long!  In addition to the Glass Cactus “Summer Nights” Concert Series, the annual event will feature Indoor Firework Shows, Junior Chefs Camp for Kids, Strolling Entertainment, “Taste of the Texan” Chef Stations, Murder Mystery Dinners, Wine & Cheese Pairings, Outdoor Pool Parties, and more!

CASH IN AT CHECK-IN! Guests of the Gaylord Texan who stay for more two or more consecutive nights with a SummerFest Room Package will receive $50 cash at check-in.  SummerFest packages start at $199 and include one night of luxury resort room accommodations, breakfast for two adults and two children in Riverwalk Café, resort fee, and self-parking.  Packages are subject to change and availability. Book online at www.gaylordtexan.com or call Resort Reservations at (817) 778-2000.

ABOUT GAYLORD TEXAN RESORT & CONVENTION CENTER
Already the premier convention destination of the American Southwest, Gaylord Texan Resort & Convention Center on Lake Grapevine offers world-class facilities, more than 400,000 square feet of convention space and four-and-a-half acres of Texas vistas under signature atriums. Ideally situated on the shores of beautiful Lake Grapevine, Gaylord Texan is only six minutes from Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport. Gaylord Texan is a Gaylord Hotels-branded property owned by Gaylord Entertainment (NYSE: GET), a Nashville-based hospitality and entertainment company that also owns and operates the Grand Ole Opry. For more information, visit www.gaylordhotels.com.

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Media Contact:
Martha Neibling
Public Relations Director
817-778-1145
mneibling@gaylordhotels.com