CIRQUE DU SOLEIL
Cirque du Soleil presents several Las Vegas productions, each with a different theme and venue. Productions and performance calendars can change; check the official schedule.
"O" by Cirque du Soleil
Performed in a purpose-built aquatic theater, “O” combines acrobatics, synchronized swimming, aerial acts, and stage effects. Check the official calendar for current dates, prices, and availability.
Mystère by Cirque du Soleil
Mystère combines aerial acts, large-scale puppetry, and live percussion. Compare current schedules and ticket prices directly with other productions.
Michael Jackson ONE by Cirque du Soleil
A Michael Jackson tribute built around Cirque acrobatics, large video surfaces, and surround sound. It is a stronger fit for visitors who already enjoy the music than for travelers choosing their first Cirque production on staging alone.
MAGIC & ILLUSION
Las Vegas has a long association with resident magic and illusion productions. Confirm current performers and dates before planning around a show.
Penn & Teller
Penn & Teller combine comedy, audience participation, and illusions that sometimes reveal the mechanics of a trick before introducing another deception. Check the venue’s calendar for current performances.
David Copperfield
David Copperfield presents large-scale illusions in his MGM Grand theater. Performance frequency and availability change; use the official calendar for current dates.
Criss Angel MINDFREAK
Criss Angel's long-running residency at Luxor combines extreme stunts, escapology, and modern magic production values. The show is part live performance, part spectacle — expect audience participation and serious illusions.
COMEDY CLUBS
Las Vegas has a thriving stand-up comedy scene, with dedicated clubs and rotating headliners year-round.
Brad Garrett's Comedy Club
Brad Garrett’s Comedy Club hosts a rotating lineup, with Garrett appearing on selected dates. Schedules, age requirements, and purchase minimums can change; check the venue before booking.
The Laugh Factory
The Laugh Factory hosts touring and developing comics on a rotating schedule. Check the current lineup, showtimes, age rules, and ticket prices directly.
VARIETY & SPECTACLE
Absinthe
Performed in a small round tent outside Caesars Palace, Absinthe is unapologetically adult — raunchy, outrageous, and absolutely brilliant. A host called The Gazillionaire presides over acrobats, aerialists, and performers who push every boundary. Sells out regularly — book well ahead.
Blue Man Group
Three blue-painted performers create a multimedia sensory experience combining music, comedy, and art. Audience members in the first few rows get ponchos — there's a reason. An accessible, family-friendly show that somehow always feels fresh.
Tournament of Kings
A dinner show set in a medieval arena where guests eat while staged knights joust on horseback. Check the current menu, schedule, age guidance, and ticket terms before booking.
MAJOR RESIDENCIES & CONCERTS
Las Vegas is the home of the long-running concert residency. The Dolby Live at Park MGM, Michelob Ultra Arena at Mandalay Bay, and the Colosseum at Caesars Palace regularly host the world's biggest music acts for multi-week runs. Check venue schedules for current listings — the lineup changes constantly.
- Dolby Live at Park MGM — 5,200-seat state-of-the-art arena. Recent acts include Adele, Bruno Mars, J Balvin.
- The Colosseum at Caesars Palace — 4,298 seats in an intimate classical setting. Home to Celine Dion, Mariah Carey, Rod Stewart residencies historically.
- Michelob Ultra Arena at Mandalay Bay — 12,000-seat venue for major tours and boxing events.
- T-Mobile Arena — 20,000-seat arena between Park MGM and New York-New York. Home of the Vegas Golden Knights NHL team and major boxing cards.
TIPS FOR BUYING SHOW TICKETS
- Book directly through the hotel box office or official show website to avoid service fees from third-party resellers.
- Same-day discount tickets are available at Tix4Tonight kiosks throughout the Strip — great for spontaneous plans but limited availability.
- Use live availability — demand varies by production and date, so check the official ticket calendar early.
- Check ages — age policies differ by production and can change; verify the rule for your performance.
- Hotel concierges often have access to discounted tickets or preferred seating — ask when you check in.