Las Vegas isn't just for adults.If you're looking for things to do in Las Vegas with your family, you'll find plenty of spectacular options. The Las Vegas Strip is packed with family shows, so grab some popcorn, get the kids ready, and get set to be amazed.
Cirque du Soleil Productions
The Cirque du Soleil portfolio of shows have been entertaining families in Las Vegas for years. While some of the costumes, scenes, and special effects are intended for children of 5 years and older, there are performances that younger kids can enjoy. Want to learn more? Check out the trailers for our shows.
Mystère
The story of Mystère follows Baby Francois, as he explores the universe around him and encounters fantastical creatures and characters in a spellbinding world of music and dance. As the story unfolds, Baby Francois discovers that, no matter how hard we try, we can never truly expect to control the universe around us.
- Location: Treasure Island on the Las Vegas Strip
- Runtime: 90 minutes without intermission.
- Best Time to Go: During the week or off-peak seasons.
- Cost: Tickets start at $90 USD
- Age requirement: Appropriate for all ages.
KÀ
Thrills abound as KÀ unfolds on the MGM Grand stage in this epic love story riddled with constant action and conflict. Two twins fight wicked spearmen and archers relentlessly pursuing their shared destiny. Although they follow separate paths, they're bound by a fate they can't escape.
In KÀ, performers push the limits of possibility with a 360-degree stage and unbelievable vertical battles. Throughout the show, special effects, such as pyrotechnics and interactive video projections, add to the suspension of disbelief and storytelling.
- Location: MGM Grand Hotel & Casino
- Runtime: 90 minutes without intermission.
- Best Time to Go: Spring or fall to avoid scorching Vegas temperatures!
- Cost: Tickets start at $69 USD
- Age requirement: Recommended for children aged 3 and older; must be accompanied by an adult.
“O”
“O” showcases the true limitlessness of its performers on one of the world’s most technically advanced stage sets. The story of “O” is a love song to theater and the mystique it inspires, with vibrant costumes and special effects that inspire feelings of sheer awe.
Whether they are swimming through the water, soaring through the air, or playing with fire, the artistry of every performer defies reality, blending classic circus acts with conformity defying aquatic and aerial stunts.
- Location: Bellagio Hotel, Las Vegas Strip
- Runtime: 90 minutes without intermission.
- Best Time to Go: 7:30 PM performance for younger ones.
- Cost: Tickets start at around $100 per person.
- Age requirement: Children aged 5 and under are not permitted due to subject matter.
Michael Jackson ONE
Michael Jackson ONE Cirque’s celebration of the King of Pop, is as unforgettable as the music that mesmerized the world. While Jackson’s most famous hits – “Thriller,” “Billie Jean,” “Black or White” and more – are recreated and fairly true to their original versions, they’ve been enhanced with the choreography and cinematic flair that Cirque audiences have come to love.
- Location: Bellagio Hotel, Las Vegas Strip
- Runtime: 90 minutes without intermission.
- Best Time to Go: Aim for the 7PM performance if you have little ones in tow.
- Cost: Tickets start at around $88 USD
- Age requirement: Children under 5 are not permitted entry.
Comedy and Magic Shows
If you need a good laugh or want to have your mind blown by seemingly impossible feats, these are some family-friendly comedy and magic shows worth checking out in Las Vegas.
Blue Man Group
Exploring themes of science and technology, the Blue Man Group show features its mute performers gesturing and acting out their thoughts and discoveries on stage.
Blue Man Group is famous for its use of paint effects – all nontoxic and washable, but you may want to choose your seats carefully if you want to avoid the splatter.
- Location: Luxor Hotel & Casino
- Runtime: 90-105 minutes
- Cost: Tickets start at $49
- Age requirement: 3 or older, but anyone 16 or under must be accompanied by an adult.
Terry Fator: One Man, a Hundred Voices, a Thousand Laughs!
Terry Fator's ever-growing cast of puppets, the ventriloquist now performs his “One Man, a Hundred Voices, a Thousand Laughs” show at The Strat.
Be prepared to laugh so much it brings tears to your eyes, and feel free to bring the kids along for a show they're not likely to forget.
- Location: The STRAT Theater
- Runtime: 65 minutes
- Cost: Tickets start at $40
- Age requirement: Appropriate for children aged 5 and up.
Nathan Burton Magic Show
The Nathan Burton Magic Show is a performance by yet another Las Vegas performer familiar for his America’s Got Talent appearances. Nathan Burton’s 4p.m. daily performance includes comedy and magic.
He’s even got a whole theater named after him: The Nathan Burton Theater, located inside of Fly Over next to Hard Rock Cafe on the Las Vegas Strip.
Burton engages and impress his fans with tricks, but he'll never let you know how he manages to achieve the impossible.
- Location: Flyover, Las Vegas
- Runtime: 70 minutes
- Cost: Tickets start at $22
- Age requirement: Appropriate for all ages.
Penn & Teller
Penn & Teller know how to put on a magic show. After all, they’ve been doing it better than most, longer than most. Expect Penn to do all the speaking, while Teller communicates non-verbally and performs his tricks.
Some of their content may go right over younger children's heads, but it's still a must-see for those with children 8 and older.
- Location: Penn & Teller Theater, Rio Hotel & Casino
- Runtime: 90 minutes
- Cost: Tickets start at $109
- Age requirement: Children must be aged 5 and older to attend.
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Only In Vegas Spectacle
Some shows stand out in their own right in Las Vegas — a difficult feat when glamor and flashy show-biz are the name of the game. If you're looking for something different, check out these unique and interactive Las Vegas shows.
Jabbawockeez
The Jabbawockeez at MGM Grand wear surreal masks and costumes. These phenomenal dancers perform hip-hop and urban dance moves.
Choreography is set to captivating rhythmic music as performers dance alongside stunning special effects.
With their eerie masks frozen in blank apathy, the Jabbawockeez may seem intimidating at first, but their performances are suitable for viewers of all ages.
- Location: MGM Grand Las Vegas
- Runtime: 75 minutes without intermission.
- Cost: Tickets start at $44
- Age requirement: Recommended for children aged 4 and older.
Popovich Comedy Pet Theatre
Reflecting its circus-like origins, longtime Las Vegas performer Gregory Popvich brings comedy and magic to life with a cast of household pets performing stunts normally reserved for leaping tigers and trained elephants.
That's right — more than 30 house pets, including dogs, cats, parrots, and even a miniature horse, put on a show your family isn't likely to forget any time soon. The animals were all rescued from local shelters, too!
- Location: Miracle Mile Shops inside the Planet Hollywood Hotel & Casino
- Runtime: 60 minutes
- Cost: Tickets start at $44
- Age requirement: Appropriate for all ages.
V - The Ultimate Variety Show
If your family can't decide what kind of show to see, V - The Ultimate Variety Show offers the perfect solution.
Sorcery and comedy, interspersed with specialty acts such as acrobatics and daredevil stunts, combine to create a show unlike anything you've seen before.
- Location: Planet Hollywood Hotel & Casino
- Runtime: 75 to 90 minutes
- Cost: Tickets start at $47
- Age requirement: This performance is suitable for audiences of all ages.
iLuminate
The performers of iLuminate at The Strat accompany you on an unforgettable journey to what feels like a whole new dimension. The visuals created with light suits on a dark stage result in displays that look impossible at first glance.
Each performer wears a customized LED suit equipped with wireless lighting. By coordinating the dancers' choreography with the software controlling the lights, a brand-new performance style is born.
- Location: The STRAT Theater, Strat Hotel & Casino
- Runtime: 75 minutes
- Cost: Tickets start at $112
- Age requirement: Suitable for kids of all ages, but is recommended for little ones aged 5 and older.
Enjoy All-Ages Activities in Las Vegas!
Whether Las Vegas is your home or you're just passing through, these family-friendly shows are a phenomenal way to squeeze in some quality time with your loved ones.
Keep in mind, many of these performances have age limits of 5 or older. Still, some Las Vegas shows are suitable for kids aged 4 and under. Be sure to check out the age requirements before booking tickets so you don’t wind up disappointed.
While you're here, we hope you'll check out one of our family friendly shows in Las Vegas where you’ll be captivated by tales of intrigue and fantastical feats. Children of most ages can appreciate the artistry that goes into these incredible stunts.
In Las Vegas, Cirque shows go on all year round. Join us on a dreamy journey into our stories, and experience the authentic passion each and every one of our performers possesses.