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Reggae in the Desert is Las Vegas’ longest-running roots reggae festival, held each spring at the Clark County Government Center Amphitheater. Here’s the honest current status, the 2026 lineup, and where to find island vibes in Vegas year-round.
Step behind the bookcase at the 1923 Prohibition Bar inside the Shoppes at Mandalay Place — a 1920s-style Las Vegas speakeasy with handcrafted cocktails, bourbon, live burlesque, and a hidden magic room.
Jammyland is a Jamaican-inspired reggae cocktail bar and kitchen in the Las Vegas Arts District, with rum-forward drinks, island flavors, and cozy fire-lit patios just off downtown.
HeadzUp Vegas, the 3D trick art museum at the Boulevard, has permanently closed. Here are the best still-open illusion and interactive art museums in Las Vegas to visit instead.
The Mac King Comedy Magic Show is a beloved, family-friendly comedy and magic show on the Las Vegas Strip, now at Excalibur. Here’s what to know before you go.
A local’s guide to fun things to do in Las Vegas — from glow-in-the-dark mini golf and escape rooms to helicopter tours, a chocolate factory, and getting around by monorail. Updated for 2026.