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Between resort fees and F1 construction, Las Vegas can be a scary place. That’s especially true as we head towards Halloween. Here’s how to celebrate the spooky holiday to the fullest.

 at Downtown Summerlin is free on Friday and Saturday nights at 6 p.m. throughout October.

We’re still waiting on confirmation, but 

 traditionally throws a big holiday celebration on Oct. 31, featuring carnival games, entertainment, and the community’s famous Halloween golf cart parade at 6 p.m.

Ok, this isn’t a parade — but it’s a walk. (Close enough, right?) The Nevada Preservation Foundation is leading a 

 for a combination of history and mystery on Oct. 3 at 9 a.m. Tickets are $30 and support the NPF’s mission to preserve our city’s architecture and landmarks.

 at AREA15 is scary year-round, but especially fun during Halloween season with four haunted houses under one roof (including a seasonal popup featuring the 

A haunted house in a strip mall? Why not? You’ll find the 

 on the corner of Desert Inn and Durango with new costumes and storylines this year — and if the frights are a little much, you can opt for a less scary “No Boo” pass.

The creator of Bonnie Screams (R.I.P) brings 

 presents Hotel Fear (where there’s no vacancy and no peace) and Asylum, a twisted take on a mental institution at Meadows Mall.

 in the Downtown Arts District, mixing goth and monster themes with a menu of specialty holiday cocktails.

 featuring Bettie Page rum and live punk rock by a Misfits tribute band on Oct. 13.

If a Murder Burger and Cupcake Massacre sound tasty, head to the Palms and check into 

, a spooky interactive pop-up with a sinister take on food, drinks, and fun.

 mixes cocktails and views from the rooftop of Circa on Fremont Street during 

 with themed drinks and a costume contest on Oct. 31, 8 p.m.

Trilogy of Spirits: A Halloween Pop-Up Experience comes to the 

 (and its sister speakeasy, The Lock) with spooky, seasonally-inspired cocktails and 

 takes over Oddyssey Manor at AREA51, offering a theatrical spin on the stories of Edgar Allan Poe with Halloween-inspired cocktails.

 is an annual tradition for Opportunity Village. The holiday theme park has mini-golf, carnival games, and other fun stuff — plus a beer garden for adults on weekends.

 on Halloween night, featuring a “Strange Circus” dance party throughout the Wall, Portal, and A-Lot with DJ Valentino Khan.

 (formerly the Fetish & Fantasy Halloween Ball) definitely has a saucy side and is known for skimpy costumes. It’s back at Virgin Hotels on Nov. 1. Come by a day earlier and pregame during 

, a Halloween night party in 24 Oxford with Digital Underground.

 comes alive (or at least will be “undead”) for a 

 on Halloween, with costumes, themed tribute bands, and more.

 is screening scary movies all month long. It’s called 

, featuring 50 classics in 31 days, from Hollywood blockbusters to cult favorites. Each one is individually priced, but you can enjoy unlimited viewing with a $100 Slash Pass 🔪 🩸

 in Las Vegas. It runs three nights a week at 1923 Prohibition Bar.

The Majestic Repertory Theatre is advertising a “final encore” of 

 with dates scheduled between Oct. 1 and Nov. 21. (But is anything truly “final” in the horror genre, parody or not?) You can also hear audience ghost stories during 

Haunted houses? Shows? Spooky pop-up bars? We've got all that, plus anything else to make Halloween complete in Las Vegas. 

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From dining to entertainment and more, City Cast Las Vegas has some ideas for making the most of June. 

🍽️ The Best Excuse to Eat Out This Month

 runs June 1 through 12 and it is one of the tastiest times of year in Las Vegas. Dining spots throughout the valley are offering special prix fixe menus, with proceeds supporting Three Square Food Bank's mission to fight hunger in Southern Nevada. It’s a great opportunity to check out what’s new at a neighborhood restaurant like Bar Boheme or get a deal at pricer Strip destinations like Cote. Make your reservations now before the good ones fill up.

, but June is still Pride Month and the city knows how to show up. The Las Vegas Aviators are hosting 

 on Thursday, June 4, with a pregame party starting at 6 p.m., $2 beer specials, and first pitch at 7:05 p.m. against the Reno Aces. Five dollars from every ticket sold benefits Las Vegas Pride.

🖼️ Three Museums Worth Leaving the House For

Las Vegas museums are having a moment. The Mob Museum kicks off its 

 on June 1, blending craft brews with organized crime history. The 

 takes over the Punk Rock Museum June 20 and 21 with ink, live music, and chaos. And on June 27, the 

 opens in the Arts District with immersive exhibits and rare memorabilia celebrating America's most legendary daredevil.

🎭 And Three Shows Worth Dressing Up For

 brings Leoncavallo's “I Pagliacci” to the Judy Bayley Theatre at UNLV on June 5, sung in Italian with English supertitles. 

, a world premiere musical set in 1920s Paris, has seven performances at Notoriety Live Downtown, June 23-27. And 

 hits the Plaza's timeless showroom for one night only on Saturday, June 20 at 7:30 p.m.

🎉 Juneteenth Celebrations Around the Valley

Michelle Johnson Presents “Freedom - A Juneteenth Celebration”

Two new shows are ready to get inside your brain this month. 

, the husband-and-wife mentalist duo from “America's Got Talent,” kicks off a residency at Fontainebleau's Azul Lounge on June 4, and 

 opens at MGM Grand's Underground Theater on June 18.

🏒 A Great Month to Be a Vegas Sports Fan

The Golden Knights are competing for the Stanley Cup after a stunning sweep of the Avalanche, their third trip to the finals in franchise history. 

 against the Carolina Hurricanes is tonight! Meanwhile, Backstreet Boys' Nick Carter will sing the national anthem and join the Knights at the 

 charity baseball game on June 27 at the Las Vegas Ballpark.

Need more suggestions? City Cast Las Vegas 

, including our top Restaurant Week picks. [City Cast Las Vegas 🎧]

What To Do in Las Vegas in June 2026

Las Vegas is known for great entertainment — and more than a few shows are taking place outdoors this year. Whether it’s by a pool or on a mountain, the following places know how to mix music and scenery together in one perfect package.

On any given night, you’ll see cover bands performing on multiple stages at the Fremont Street Experience. The biggest acts, however, are reserved for the 

 concert series, which is always free with performances among the bright lights of Fremont Street casinos. This year’s lineup includes names like Crossfade with Trapt (May 30), Fuel (June 13), Finger Eleven (June 27), George Birge (July 4), Sleeping With Sirens (July 11), Mayday Parade (Aug. 8), Story of the Year (Aug. 22), Protoje (Sept. 12), Lauren Alaina and Carly Pearce (Sept. 26), and The Used with Maggie Lindemann (Oct. 10). Fremont Street Experience also hosts 

 concerts with Madden Metcalf up next on May 28.

 ski and snowboard resort continues to host free outdoor festivals and concerts this summer on Mt. Charleston. Bring a blanket to enjoy Carlos Guerrero & Friends (May 23), Bike Fest (June 13), Mountain Fest (June 27), a Fourth of July Celebration (July 4), and Music on the Mountain (July 11).

 pool deck at Durango is hosting an outdoor concert series for the first time this summer. See acts like Thievery Corporation (May 31), Connor Price & Nic D (June 28), One Night of Queen (July 24), Pepper and The Movement (Aug. 20), Sevendust & Theory of a Deadman (Sept. 18), and Switchfoot with Anberlin (Oct. 17).

 is celebrating 36 years in Las Vegas with nighttime performances at the Clark County Government Center Amphitheater by Jazz Funk Soul (May 23), Kayla Waters (May 30), and Al Di Meola (June 6) rounding out the season. The series has reintroduced a ticketless free format this year, but demand is high, so showing up early is a good idea.

, a new concert series by The Pool, transforming the property’s outdoor pool deck into an open-air live music venue. Confirmed shows currently include Yachtley Crew (May 23), Gin Blossoms (May 30), Billy Bob Thornton & The Boxmasters (June 13), Sugar Ray (June 20), Smash Mouth (July 4), and the Totally Tubular Festival featuring Thomas Dolby and other ‘80s acts (July 25).

 open-air entertainment? Get familiar with all the 

Las Vegas is known for great entertainment — and shows are taking place by the pool, on a mountain, and other outdoor venues this year. 

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Las Vegas is entering those months when outdoor fun is better — and more tolerable — after dark. So it’s no surprise that the valley has a wide variety of outdoor movie experiences during spring and summer. Some are by the pool. A few are free. And no matter which flicks float your boat, it’s better than doomscrolling on the couch.

. Admission is $15 (or free for hotel guests). Doors open at 7 p.m. and movies start at 8 p.m. with the full lineup below:

“Finding Nemo” (May 24), “Luca” (May 31), “Jurassic World Rebirth” (June 7), “Frozen” (June 14), “Inside Out” (June 21), “How to Train Your Dragon” (2025) (June 28), “Captain America: The First Avenger” (July 3), “Finding Dory” (July 5), “The Secret Life of Pets” (July 12), “Lilo & Stitch” (2025) (July 19), “The Bad Guys 2” (July 26), “Zootopia 2” (Aug. 2), “Black Panther” (Aug. 9), “Frozen 2” (Sept. 6), and “Super Mario Galaxy” (Sept. 24).

 tradition on Monday nights at the rooftop Boulevard Pool with the Strip skyline in the background. Admission is $10 for locals, free for hotel guests, military, and first responders — and $15 for everyone else. Movies are shown on the hotel’s marquee at 8 p.m. with plenty of food and drink available. The schedule:

“A Minecraft Movie” (June 8), “The Mighty Ducks” (June 15), “Clueless” (June 22), “Rush Hour” (June 29), “Talladega Nights” (July 6), “Space Jam” (July 13), “How to Train Your Dragon” (live action) (July 20), “Superman” (2025) (July 27), “Super Mario Galaxy” (Aug. 3), “Ocean’s 11” (Aug. 10), and “Ferris Bueller’s Day Off” (Aug. 17).

🌳 Movies on The Green at Green Valley Ranch

 on The Green (next to Whole Foods) concurrently with Makers Hive Market. Bring a chair or blanket. Seating opens at 6:30 p.m., and is first come, first served. The season kicked off last weekend with “The Wizard of Oz” (the old one, not 

) and continues with “Jurassic Park” (May 23). Expect additional dates to be announced.

, every other Friday at the M Pool. Admission is $10 and movies are shown on a 800-square-foot LED screen at 7:30 p.m. See the following films under the stars:

“Luca” (May 22), “Inside Out 2” (June 5), “Big Hero 6” (June 19), “Captain America: The First Avenger” (July 3), and “Wonka” (July 17).

 movie theater has first-run feature films throughout the summer season in North Las Vegas. General admission begins at $9 for adults. Check out the opening dates for the following Hollywood releases:

“The Mandalorian and Grogu” (May 22), “Passenger” (May 22), “I Love Boosters” (May 22), “Backrooms” (May 29), “Pressure” (May 29), “The Breadwinner” (May 29), “The Amazing Digital Circus: The Last Act” (June 4), “Scary Movie” (June 5), “Power Ballad” (June 5), “Masters of the Universe” (June 5), “Disclosure Day” (June 12), “Toy Story 5” (June 19), “Jackass: Best and Last” (June 26), and “Supergirl” (June 26).

Where to See Outdoor Movies in Las Vegas

Mother’s Day is Sunday — and it’s not always easy to make plans or find the perfect gift.

My mom lives in North Carolina, so I shipped over some fancy ice cream before learning my parents took an impromptu vacation to the beach this week. My package arrived yesterday. I think it’s still on the porch 📦 (Good luck dry ice. We’re all counting on you.)

If your mom lives here in Vegas, we’ve got a few ideas for Mother’s Day fun 😁

 at UnCommons celebrates Mother’s Day weekend on May 9 with 

, featuring tea service, bites, and a free mini-bouquet.

 party on Mother’s Day with light bites, desserts, and an interactive game. It’s free, but secure your spot via RSVP.

🎭 Entertainment and the Performing Arts

 performance by R&B group Spectrum & Radiance. You can also bring mom a day earlier to Reynolds Hall for 

, the Las Vegas Philharmonic’s season finale with new musical director Rei Hotoda.

 throughout Mother’s Day weekend. The stage drama by Juliana Noble explores the relationship between a mother and daughter living under the same roof.

always knows how to have fun with a theme, inviting movie fans to see 

 on Saturday for some Mother’s Day “pregaming” on Saturday. Stroll and sip through 18 wine tasting stations.

Mother’s Day Weekend Sound Bath with Horses

 on Saturday evening for those 18 and over.

The Las Vegas Science & Natural History Museum

 that’s perfect for all ages on Mother’s Day.

 hosts a Mother’s Day afternoon crafting session to learn about dark skies and nocturnal animals while 

 in North Las Vegas is serving coffee and sweet bread during a 

Two of my favorite restaurants are debuting new brunches on Mother’s Day: 

If your mom lives here in Vegas, we’ve got a few ideas for Mother’s Day fun.

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. Hello May. It’s promising to be a busy and exciting month in Las Vegas.

When Cinco de Mayo and Taco Tuesday fall on the same day, you already know May is gonna be 

. Learn more about the history of Cinco de Mayo, plus specials and festivals in Las Vegas in our 

EDC isn’t the only parade in town. The 

 parade is back, marching through Downtown on May 9 in honor of our city’s Old West history. You can further celebrate the past with the 

 exhibit, which wraps up at the Clark County Museum in Henderson on May 25. The Mob Museum has two special events this month: Jack Sheehan presents 

Deadly Sources: A Las Vegas Journalist’s Close Encounters with Killers

 ​ (presented by Jack Sheehan) on May 6 and 

The Lives of the Showgirls: True Stories from Mob-Era Las Vegas

 on May 21. Both are free to attend with admission.

“Star Wars” fans are so passionate, May the 4th (as in “May the force be with you…”) has almost become a de facto holiday. See the best movie in the series, “The Empire Strikes Back” the way it was intended — on the big screen — at the Beverly Theatre with two May 4 showings. It’s also a great excuse to cosplay with fellow geeks at 

, win a game of Empire Trivia at House of Blues, and get more familiar with 

, which has crafts, movies, and other ways to celebrate.

Have some words to share? Enter the Henderson Libraries 

. Submissions are accepted May 4-30 with “pathways” as the theme. The piece can be a short story, creative nonfiction piece, or poem.

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International Food Fest: A World of Flavors

, which welcomes hotel guests for the first time on May 29. The casino floor and Giada restaurant continued to do business as usual during the transition and the rooftop pool has changed its name from Drai’s to Soleia. Expect the influence of restaurateur, designer, and reality TV star Lisa Vanderpump to expand beyond remodeled rooms and suites in the months ahead.

A big congratulations to French Laundry alumni Tyler Vorce who just locked down a lease in Chinatown for a brick and mortar version of Lilli, which 

 at Durango Social Club. Book a reservation for a multicourse meal or just walk in and sit at the bar to check out a menu of small bites. We’re equally excited for the May 1 arrival of 

 at the Sahara. The Caribbean steakhouse by Kwame Onwuachi is unlike anything else in Vegas. Even the chef’s cucumber salad at a 

 about Maroon, May the Fourth, and other fun this month in the latest 

 episode. I joined host Jesse Merrick and guest Melinda Sheckells to run down our favorite 

events, eats, and activities throughout Las Vegas in May

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David Copperfield’s show at the MGM Grand 

 after 25 years. By all accounts, it’s one of the most successful residencies in Strip history, capitalizing on a famous run of CBS television specials in the ‘80s and ‘90s that featured stunts like walking through the Great Wall of China and making the Statue of Liberty disappear.

Before the MGM Grand came calling, Copperfield had a Vegas presence at Caesars Palace, where he performed for 15 years inside the Circus Maximus ballroom. He also hosted a 

 on property that saw the magician escape a straitjacket while hanging from burning ropes 

Much like his stunts, nothing is ever too big for David Copperfield. He 

 in 2016 for $17.55 million, then a record for a Las Vegas home. (Based on his annual 

, he could’ve purchased three of ‘em with change to spare.) Before that, he lived off Tomiyasu Lane in a house (that 

 in 2023) between Sunset Park and Wayne Newton’s Casa de Shenandoah.

Off stage, Copperfield kept a low profile for a local celebrity, stepping out on occasion to represent Vegas at awards shows, 

, claims to help those with “physical, psychological, and social disabilities,” but is almost nonexistent. The nonprofit 

, collectively worth $30,000, to three recipients over the five most recent years of data. Revenue peaked at just over $8,000 in 2020. Last year, 

Copperfield made a greater investment in founding and financing the International Museum and Library of the Conjuring Arts, a Vegas warehouse that honors magic with more than 

More artifacts were stored in Copperfield’s four-story New York penthouse, which was 

. The performer also spends time at his own tropical resort, 

, an archipelago of 11 islands in the Bahamas that welcomes private groups of up to 12 guests, 

It’s another Caribbean location — Little Saint James or “Epstein Island” — that could ultimately define how we remember David Copperfield. According to federal evidence, the magician 

 with convicted sex trafficker Jeffrey Epstein and was infamously 

 with co-conspirator Ghislaine Maxwell. Add in 

 by at least 16 women, and you may understand why MGM Resorts is now ending its relationship with the headliner sans fanfare. (Copperfield’s lawyers have denied any wrongdoing, and denied he had any knowledge of Epstein’s crimes).

I crossed paths with David Copperfield exactly one time in Las Vegas — backstage at the MGM Grand before a show. He was very nice. I got a press discount for a front-row table that was actually too close to the stage to soak everything in. (When Copperfield addressed the audience, I could see directly up his nostrils. Not a booger or stray hair in sight. His grooming was impeccable.) The show was fine. There was no Statue of Liberty to make disappear, but his grand finale involved something with a small plane.

You can see it for yourself. Tickets remain for the final three performances tomorrow. Just don’t expect any money you spend to make its way to the Project Magic Fund.

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, but what else is there to do in April — besides taxes, of course? 💸 We have a few ideas.

Forget Coachella. (It’s sold out anyway.) The Beverly Theater has 

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