Aitor Narvaiza is among a group of Basque strongmen who compete at festivals across the American West and help keep an ancient tradition alive.

The Las Vegas Basque festival is known for its wonderful food — paella, barbecued lamb and a delicious salad are always on the menu. Their chorizos are to die for, and their homemade sangria or picon punch are a great addition to the afternoon. This year’s festival on Sunday, Oct. 7 was held outside the Club Fortune Casino in Henderson, [...]

The Lagun Onak Basque Club was founded by pilotaris who came to Vegas years ago to play jai-alai

View 2011 Basque Summer Festivals in the U.S. in a larger map Basque festival season moves to Nevada this weekend when the Lagun Onak Las Vegas Basque Club holds its 31st annual picnic. The festival well be held at the picturesque Spring Mountain Ranch State Park, about 20 miles from Las Vegas. The event begins with mass at 11 a.m. [...]