Three cheers for events at Lake Las Vegas Resort! I highly recommend making the drive for pretty much any event that is happening here, even if it is water aerobics (um... or something you find boring.) It is a true escape from Las Vegas, and despite its economic trials and tribulations, there are some cute shops to browse and some spots to nibble. Being next to the water in Vegas is a true treat and strolling the Village is relaxing even if you don't pop into a business.
Plus, it is just far enough that generally their events are not super crazy packed, which is a good thing for events like beer festivals when you want to be able to go through the lines time after time after time, right? My advice, keep your eyes peeled for events, and then make a date of it!