As summer comes to an end and the transition to fall begins, there are still plenty of live events happening throughout Southern California before the last quarter of the year is dominated by holidays.

But how many of those events are happening at venues that also house slot machines, card tables, fine dining experiences, premium bars and lavish pools? Southern California casinos offer all of that and feature a wide variety of entertainment, from country and rock concerts to comedy shows and theatrical performances.

We’ve compiled a selection of events coming to the casinos in September and included a little trivia. Can you guess the answers before reading on? Good luck.

Q: Which female rockstar was the first to have a video played on MTV?

A: Pat Benatar. She was the second artist and first female artist featured on MTV with her video for “You Better Run.” The very first video was The Buggles’s “Video Killed The Radio Star.” Benatar is known for iconic songs such as “Heartbreaker,” “Love is a Battlefield” and “We Belong.”

The singer will be joined on stage by her long-time guitarist and husband, Neil Giraldo, at Agua Caliente Resort Casino Spa Rancho Mirage, 32-250 Bob Hope Drive, Rancho Mirage. 8 p.m. Friday, Sep. 2. Tickets are $55-$85. 800-514-3849. aguacalientecasinos.com.

Q: Which popular rock band originally went by the moniker White Clover? 

A: Kansas. Today’s Kansas lineup consists of only two original members: Phil Ehart on drums and Rich Williams on rhythm and lead guitar. Despite the lineup changes, the band continues to tour and sell out venues across the country.

Kansas is known for hits like “Dust in the Wind,” “Carry On My Wayward Son” and “Play the Game Tonight.” The band will perform at Fantasy Springs Resort Casino, 84-245 Indio Springs Parkway Indio. 8 p.m. Friday, Sept. 9. Tickets are $39-$69. 800-827-2946. fantasyspringsresort.com.

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Q: Which American-funk band changed the name of their single “Johanna” from the initial title, “Dear Mom?”

A: Kool & The Gang. Guitarist Claydes Charles Smith brought the 1983 single “Johanna” to the group, but had originally named it “Dear Mom.” The group’s bassist and founding member Robert Bell suggested changing the title to “Johanna” to follow the trend of naming songs after women at the time that included tracks like Toto’s “Rosanna.”

The group is also known for other hits such as “Fresh,” “Celebration” and “Get Down On It.” The band will perform at Pala Casino Spa & Resort, 11154 Highway 76, Pala. 8 p.m. Friday, Sept. 9. Tickets are $35-$65; 21-and-older only. 877-946-7252. palacasino.com.

Q: Which country singer’s dad was a pitcher for the New York Mets and Philadelphia Phillies?

A: Tim McGraw. McGraw’s father, Tug McGraw was a famous Major League Baseball pitcher who closed out a game in 1980, winning the Phillies their first World Series title.

McGraw is known for hits such as “Live Like You Were Dying,” “Humble and Kind” and “Highway Don’t Care.” The Grammy award-winning country star will perform at Yaamava’ Resort & Casino, 777 San Manuel Blvd, Highland. 8 p.m. Friday, Sept. 9. Tickets start at $125; 21-and-older only. 909-864-5050. yaamava.com.

Q: Which performer built a career by parodying pop songs by Madonna, Michael Jackson, Lady Gaga and Miley Cyrus? 

A: “Weird Al” Yankovic. His very first parody song was titled “My Bologna,” a spoof of The Knack’s “My Sharona.” After it was played on Yankovic’s childhood hero’s radio show, the “Dr. Demento Show,” Yankovic met The Knack’s Doug Fieger who helped him get signed to Capitol Records.

He’s also known for songs like “Smells Like Nirvana,” “White & Nerdy” and “Party In The CIA.” Yankovic will perform at Pechanga Resort Casino, 45000 Pechanga Parkway, Temecula. 8 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 16. Tickets are sold out but available through third-party vendors. 888-810-9971. pechanga.com.

Q: Which British-American rock band’s guitarist shares the exact same name with a well-known English punk rock star?

A: Mick Jones. The last founding member of the band Foreigner shares his name with the guitarist from The Clash. The two bands are obviously vastly different, but each found success with different audiences. Foreigner’s hits include “I Want To Know What Love Is,” “Waiting For A Girl Like You” and “Juke Box Hero.”

The band will perform at Harrah’s Resort Southern California, Harrah’s Rincon Way, Valley Center. 8 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 25. Tickets start at $129.50. 760-751-3100. harrahssocal.com.