150 Things to Do in Las Vegas With Kids

Water parks, Red Rock hikes, museums, mini golf, and immersive art — a giant, family-friendly list to keep everyone entertained all season.

Water Fun

1. Cowabunga Canyon (formerly Wet’n’Wild): thrilling water rides in the west valley.
2. Cowabunga Bay: wave pools, lazy rivers, and slides in Henderson.
3. Mandalay Bay Beach: a tropical wave pool and lazy river.
4. Desert Breeze Aquatic Facility: public pool with slides and a kids’ area.
5. Centennial Hills Water Park: spray zones, water cannons, and slides.
6. Lorenzi Park: splash pad and playgrounds, ideal for picnics.
7. City of Las Vegas Pools: public pools including Municipal and Pavilion Center.
8. Sunset Park: water play area and fishing ponds.
9. Whitney Ranch Rec Center: pool, water slide, and splash pad.
10. Aliante Nature Discovery Park: water play with geysers and cannons.

Outdoor Adventures

1. Red Rock Canyon: family-friendly hikes and stunning rock formations.
2. Mount Charleston: a scenic hike in cool mountain air.
3. Springs Preserve: exhibits, gardens, and trails.
4. Lake Mead: rent a boat or kayak on the reservoir.
5. Valley of Fire State Park: vibrant red rock and desert trails.
6. Exploration Peak Park: playgrounds and trails in Mountain’s Edge.
7. Clark County Wetlands Park: bird-watching, biking trails, and programs.
8. Floyd Lamb Park: greenery, ponds, and picnic areas at Tule Springs.
9. Cowboy Trail Rides: guided horseback rides in the Red Rock foothills.
10. Las Vegas Mini Gran Prix: go-karts and amusement rides.

Museums & Exhibits

1. DISCOVERY Children’s Museum: hands-on exhibits that spark learning.
2. Shark Reef Aquarium: sharks and sea turtles at Mandalay Bay.
3. National Atomic Testing Museum: nuclear history through interactive displays.
4. Las Vegas Natural History Museum: dinosaurs, wildlife, and geology.
5. The Mob Museum: the story of organized crime, downtown.
6. The Neon Museum: a dazzling collection of iconic Vegas signs.
7. The Auto Collections at The LINQ: classic and vintage cars.
8. Pinball Hall of Fame: vintage machines for a nostalgic afternoon.
9. Marjorie Barrick Museum of Art (UNLV): free exhibits and family workshops.
10. Gilcrease Orchard: seasonal U-pick and farm fun.

Entertainment

1. Cirque du Soleil: acrobatics in shows like “Mystère” or “O.”
2. Tournament of Kings at Excalibur: a medieval feast with knights and jousting.
3. Adventuredome (Circus Circus): indoor rides and roller coasters.
4. Magic Shows: illusions from David Copperfield or Penn & Teller.
5. Meow Wolf’s Omega Mart at AREA15: surreal immersive art (replaces the closed Marvel Avengers S.T.A.T.I.O.N.).
6. Hypnosis Shows: family-friendly fun with audience volunteers.
7. CSI: The Experience: solve a crime using forensic science.
8. Blue Man Group: music, comedy, and visual effects.
9. Monster Mini Golf: glow-in-the-dark indoor mini golf.
10. Sprayground at Container Park: an interactive splash pad downtown.

Active Adventure

1. Rock Climbing: Origin Climbing & Fitness or Nevada Climbing Centers.
2. Trampoline Parks: Sky Zone or Get Air, with dodgeball and foam pits.
3. Swimming: public and hotel pools or lessons valley-wide.
4. Skating & Rollerblading: Crystal Palace or outdoor skate parks.
5. Yoga for Kids: gentle movement and mindfulness at local studios.
6. Biking & Scooters: River Mountains Loop Trail or Wetlands Park.
7. Ninja Warrior Courses: kid-friendly challenges at Rockin’ Jump.
8. Sports Leagues & Camps: soccer, basketball, tennis, or martial arts.
9. Family Fitness Challenges: relay races and hikes in local parks.
10. Healthy Cooking Workshops: nutrition classes at community centers.

Indoor Activities

1. Natural History Museum: exhibits including ancient Egypt.
2. Pinot’s Palette: step-by-step painting for all ages.
3. SeaQuest Las Vegas: stingrays, reptiles, and birds at Boulevard Mall.
4. Sky Zone: trampolines, dodgeball, and a ninja course.
5. Get Air: wall-to-wall trampolines and foam pits.
6. AREA15: immersive art, VR, and attractions (replaces the closed GameWorks).
7. Pole Position Raceway: indoor go-kart racing.
8. Escapology: themed escape rooms for teamwork.
9. Kids Empire: multi-level play with slides and ball pits.
10. Pinball Hall of Fame: hundreds of classic machines.

Wildlife Encounters

1. Lion Habitat Ranch (Henderson): meet rescued lions and learn about their care.
2. Traveling animal programs: pop-up encounters around the valley.
3. Shark Reef Aquarium: sharks, stingrays, and sea turtles at Mandalay Bay.
4. Flamingo Wildlife Habitat: a free stroll among flamingos, swans, and koi.
5. Gilcrease Nature Sanctuary: rescued birds, reptiles, and small mammals.
6. Spring Mountain Ranch State Park: historic ranch near the former Bonnie Springs (closed 2019).
7. Cowboy Trail Rides: horseback encounters in the foothills.
8. Seasonal farms & petting zoos: Gilcrease Orchard and pumpkin patches.
9. Butterfly & bird gardens: seasonal exhibits at Springs Preserve.
10. Note: the Mirage Dolphin Habitat closed in 2024 — see the options above instead.

Educational Experiences

1. Springs Preserve programs: science, sustainability, and nature camps.
2. DISCOVERY Museum workshops: art, science, and engineering.
3. Natural History Museum workshops: fossil digs and experiments.
4. National Atomic Testing Museum: talks and presentations.
5. Clark County Wetlands Park: guided nature walks.
6. Library District: storytelling and summer reading programs.
7. Botanical Garden Tours: native plants and sustainable gardening.
8. Children’s Park at Town Square: interactive play and learning.
9. Dinosaur Dig: uncover fossil replicas at the museum.
10. UNLV youth programs: seasonal STEM and arts on campus.

Movies & Theaters

1. Regal, AMC & Cinemark: family movies across the valley.
2. Drive-In Movies: nostalgia at West Wind Las Vegas Drive-In.
3. Springs Preserve Outdoor Movie Nights: family films under the stars.
4. Super Summer Theatre: outdoor shows at Spring Mountain Ranch.
5. Rainbow Company Youth Theatre: performances by and for young people.
6. The Smith Center: Broadway and family performances.
7. Majestic Repertory Theatre: immersive productions downtown.
8. Planetarium at CSN: space shows for all ages.
9. Marjorie Barrick films & talks: free cultural programming.
10. Library film series: free screenings valley-wide.

Sports & Recreation

1. Mini Golf: King Putt and Monster Mini Golf.
2. Roller Skating: Crystal Palace Skating Center.
3. Ice Skating: Las Vegas Ice Center or City National Arena.
4. Bowling: South Point Bowling Plaza or Santa Fe Station.
5. Parks & Playgrounds: Sunset Park, Desert Breeze, and more.
6. Indoor Rock Climbing: Nevada Climbing Centers or Origin.
7. Sports Courts: basketball, tennis, and volleyball at public parks.
8. Skateboarding: Craig Ranch or Anthem Skate Park.
9. Golf Driving Ranges: TaylorMade Golf Experience or LV Golf Center.
10. Family Fitness Classes: kid-friendly options at local studios.

Food & Culinary

1. Kids Cooking at Sur La Table: hands-on classes for young chefs.
2. Ethel M Chocolate Factory: watch chocolate being made in Henderson.
3. Sprinkles Cupcakes: a sweet treat in many flavors.
4. Farmers’ Markets: Downtown 3rd or Fresh52 for local food.
5. Foodie Tours: Lip Smacking Foodie Tours and guided tastings.
6. Themed Dining: Rainforest Cafe and other family spots.
7. Ghirardelli: sundaes and chocolates on the Strip.
8. Local bakeries: Ronald’s Donuts and neighborhood favorites.
9. Cooking workshops: seasonal kids’ classes at rec centers.
10. Pinkbox Doughnuts: a locally loved sweet stop.

Gaming & Arcades

1. HyperX Esports Arena at Luxor: tournaments and casual play.
2. Level Up at MGM Grand: arcade and social gaming (check evening age rules).
3. Virtual Reality at AREA15: immersive VR experiences.
4. Escape Rooms: Escapology or Lockdown.
5. Board Game Cafés: Meepleville and game nights.
6. Tabletop Gaming Shops: war-gaming and events valley-wide.
7. Card Game Stores: Magic and Pokémon organized play.
8. Laser Tag: Battle Blast and similar arenas.
9. Puzzle Rooms: The Basement live escape experience.
10. Arcade Bars: Emporium Arcade Bar (family hours).

Indoor Playgrounds

1. Kids Quest (Station Casinos): supervised play and arcade games.
2. Fidgets Indoor Playground: slides, ball pits, and obstacle courses.
3. Kids Empire: multi-level play with toddler zones.
4. Kangamoo: trampolines, slides, and a toddler area.
5. Wanna Play Playcare: age-appropriate play and crafts.
6. Rockin’ Jump: trampolines, foam pits, and a ninja course.
7. Get Air: interconnected trampolines and slam-dunk zones.
8. Cheerful Kids: toddler zone and pretend play.
9. Kids Club Las Vegas: play structures and bouncers.
10. Community rec centers: indoor play and summer programs.

Science & Technology

1. DISCOVERY Children’s Museum: interactive STEAM exhibits.
2. Natural History Museum: dinosaurs, fossils, and geology.
3. Springs Preserve science programs: hands-on experiments.
4. Library tech workshops: coding, robotics, and maker skills.
5. Mad Science of Las Vegas: fun experiments and demos.
6. Planetarium at CSN: astronomy and space education.
7. Wetlands Park nature programs: ecosystems and conservation.
8. UNLV STEM events: seasonal science activities.
9. Maker spaces: youth workshops at select libraries.
10. Robotics clubs: community and school-year programs.

Arts & Crafts

1. Canvas Painting at Pinot’s Palette: guided painting in the Arts District.
2. Pottery Painting: decorate ceramics at a paint-your-own studio.
3. Clay Arts Vegas: clay sculpting and kids’ classes.
4. Jewelry Making: bracelets and necklaces at a local bead shop.
5. Tie-Dye at Home: design custom shirts together.
6. Nature Collage at Springs Preserve: art from natural materials.
7. Recycled Art: sculptures inspired by the Neon Museum.
8. Sand Art at Container Park: layered keepsake bottles.
9. Puppet Making at the Library: free craft workshops.
10. Origami at Home: fold animals and shapes with tutorials.

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