Activities

Explore things to do throughout the Las Vegas Valley, from family-friendly attractions and neighborhood parks to unique local experiences and day trips beyond the city. Everyday.Vegas highlights off-Strip activities created for locals who want to discover more of Las Vegas and the surrounding region.

Vivaldi Park in Henderson

Parks & Outdoors

Henderson

Vivaldi Park Might Have One of Henderson’s Best Lunch Views

7 minute read

Discover Vivaldi Park in Henderson, featuring airport and Strip views, walking trails, a playground, baseball field, picnic areas, and public restrooms.

shaded playground at South Tower Park in Summerlin.

Parks & Outdoors

Summerlin

South Tower Park Is the Kind of Park That Makes Summerlin Parents Keep Coming Back

7 minute read

South Tower Park is one of Summerlin’s best family-friendly parks, featuring a large splash pad, separate playgrounds for toddlers and older kids, swings, picnic areas,

Children's playground at North Tower Park with slides, climbing structures, and shade coverings.

Parks & Outdoors

Summerlin

North Tower Park: A Summerlin Park That Has it All

8 minute read

North Tower Park is one of Summerlin’s best family parks, offering shaded playgrounds, a giant sandbox, open grassy space, plenty of swings, picnic areas, and

Main Street Toodley Town in Las Vegas

Family Fun

Spring Valley

Toodley Town: Indoor Summer Escape for Every Parent

8 minute read

Looking for a fun indoor activity in Las Vegas this summer? Toodley Town is a magical child-sized pretend town where kids can become chefs, veterinarians,

The colorful playground at Gardens Park offers separate play areas for toddlers and older kids, making it a perfect destination for families of all ages.

Parks & Outdoors

Summerlin

Gardens Park: Summerlin’s Backyard Party Spot for Families

6 minute read

Gardens Park in Summerlin offers everything Las Vegas families need for a fun day outdoors. With playgrounds for all ages, massive grassy fields, sports courts,

playground area at Spotted Leaf Park featuring play structures and safety surfaces for children

Parks & Outdoors

Summerlin

Spotted Leaf Park in Summerlin

5 minute read

Spotted Leaf Park in Summerlin is a peaceful neighborhood park with a playground, tennis courts, basketball areas, open grass fields, shaded picnic tables, walking paths,

entrance and open park view at grand park in summerlin west las vegas

Parks & Outdoors

Summerlin

Grand Park in Summerlin West: A New Family Destination

5 minute read

Grand Park in Summerlin West is quickly becoming a favorite outdoor destination for local families. With sports courts, playgrounds, shaded picnic areas, walking trails, and

open grass fields at Paseos Park

Parks & Outdoors

Summerlin

Paseos Park: Playground, Splash Pad, and Open Space

5 minute read

Paseos Park in Summerlin is a go-to spot for families, featuring a large splash pad, playground, open fields, and walking trails—perfect for a relaxing day

children’s playground with slides and climbing structures at Centennial Hills Park

Parks & Outdoors

Centennial Hills

Centennial Hills Park: A Great Day Outdoors

6 minute read

Centennial Hills Park is one of the best family-friendly parks in northwest Las Vegas, featuring cute playgrounds, a splash pad, sand volleyball courts, walking trails,

alpaca at the farm in hurricane utah

Trips

The Farm in Hurricane, Utah: A Family Day Trip from Las Vegas

6 minute read

Looking for a fun family day trip from Las Vegas? The Farm in Hurricane, Utah offers a petting zoo, zip lines, bounce areas, and seasonal

West-Wind-Las-Vegas-Drive-In

Family Fun

North Las Vegas

A Night at West Wind Las Vegas Drive-In

6 minute read

West Wind Las Vegas Drive-In is a classic Vegas movie spot where you watch films from your car, grab snacks, and enjoy a laid-back night

a well-maintained turf soccer field at Kellogg Zaher Soccer Complex during a game

Parks & Outdoors

Summerlin

Kellogg Zaher Soccer Complex: More Than Just Soccer Fields

6 minute read

Known by locals as KZ Park, Kellogg Zaher Soccer Complex is a go-to spot for soccer families in Las Vegas. With tournaments year-round, playgrounds, dog

rows of books on shelves inside Sahara West Library in Summerlin with a wide variety of titles

Family Fun

Summerlin

Inside Sahara West Library in Summerlin

6 minute read

Sahara West Library in Summerlin is a spacious two-story library offering children’s programs, study areas, art exhibits, and community events.

The Pub Lake Las Vegas

Trips

Henderson

The Pub at Lake Las Vegas Is Easy to Fall Into

6 minute read

Escape to Lake Las Vegas for a tranquil day trip and discover the inviting atmosphere of The Pub, a perfect spot to unwind.

Cat’s Meow karaoke stage and bar inside Neonopolis in Downtown Las Vegas

Experiences & Attractions

Downtown

Cat’s Meow: Big-Stage Karaoke in Downtown Las Vegas

5 minute read

Cat’s Meow is downtown karaoke as the main event—big stage, big crowd energy, and the kind of room that turns strangers into headliners.

the entrance sign for Ridgebrook Park in Summerlin, Las Vegas

Parks & Outdoors

Summerlin

Ridgebrook Park: A Cozy Community Spot

6 minute read

Tucked inside a quiet Summerlin neighborhood, Ridgebrook Park offers a shaded playground, small splash pad, open field, and peaceful walking path — a comfortable local

Raised By Wolves bar entrance sign near the red door on the second floor of Neonopolis.

Experiences & Attractions

Downtown

Raised By Wolves: The Red-Door Bar Inside Neonopolis That Runs on Pack Energy

7 minute read

Behind a red door inside Neonopolis, Raised By Wolves delivers howling bartenders, a $30 open bar, and nonstop downtown Las Vegas party energy.

Entrance to Suncoast Lanes located inside Suncoast Casino in Las Vegas.

Family Fun

Summerlin

Suncoast Lanes: Bowling, Bites & Family Fun

6 minute read

Located inside Suncoast Casino, Suncoast Lanes offers 64 Brunswick bowling lanes, an arcade, cocktail lounge, pro shop, and snack bar.

Zion National Park

Trips

Zion National Park: An Unforgettable Full Day Trip from Las Vegas

12 minute read

Day trip from Las Vegas to Zion National Park featuring Emerald Pools, Angels Landing views, The Narrows, Scenic Drive, and Zion Canyon Brew Pub.

Exterior view of The Neon Museum in downtown Las Vegas

Family Fun

Downtown

The Neon Museum – A Walk Through Las Vegas History

7 minute read

A long-overdue visit to The Neon Museum turned into one of our favorite downtown experiences — a nostalgic walk through Las Vegas history that works

A Sweet Evening at Ethel M Chocolate Factory

Experiences & Attractions

Henderson

A Sweet Evening at Ethel M Chocolates

5 minute read

Experience enchantment at Ethel M Chocolates’ Valentine’s Lights of Love—an illuminated garden, handcrafted confections, and romantic ambiance that transform a simple outing into a sweet

Plush toys inside a claw machine at Cosmic Cat Claw Arcade in Las Vegas.

Family Fun

Southwest

Cosmic Cat Claw Arcade – A Kid-Approved Stop in Southwest

4 minute read

Cosmic Cat Claw Arcade is one of those low-effort, high-reward stops parents appreciate — an easy win for kids, friendly staff, and a perfect add-on

Death Valley Marketplace

Trips

Death Valley Marketplace Is a Perfect Stop Before the Road Gets Quiet

8 minute read

A fun roadside stop in Pahrump, Death Valley Marketplace is perfect for snacks, coffee, quirky souvenirs, and feeding donkeys before heading into Death Valley.

A seating area with benches at Sagemont Park in the Summerlin neighborhood of Las Vegas.

Parks & Outdoors

Summerlin

Sagemont Park in Summerlin

6 minute read

Located in a peaceful Summerlin neighborhood, Sagemont Park features shaded play structures, sports courts, walking paths, and open green space for families and dog owners.

Exterior of Boulder Bowl showing the outside entrance of the historic bowling alley.

Family Fun

Boulder City

Boulder Bowl: The Quiet, Retro Bowling Alley Worth the Drive from Las Vegas

6 minute read

Looking for a calm, family-friendly activity just outside Las Vegas? Boulder Bowl in Boulder City is a charming, retro bowling alley that offers affordable fun,

Walking paths surrounded by green grass and trees at The Trails Park & Pool in Summerlin, Las Vegas.

Parks & Outdoors

Summerlin

The Trails Park & Pool: A Neighborhood Park

4 minute read

The Trails Park & Pool is a laid-back Summerlin neighborhood park perfect for families and kids. With a playground, splash pad, basketball courts, baseball field,

Regal Cinebarre at Palace Station

Family Fun

Spring Valley

Cinebarre Is How Movie Night Should Feel

6 minute read

Regal Cinebarre at Palace Station offers a relaxed movie night with recliner seating, in-theater dining, and a lobby that feels more like a lounge than

Virginia City A Trip To Nevada's Oldest & Haunted Mining Town

Trips

Virginia City: A Trip To Nevada’s Oldest & Haunted Mining Town

7 minute read

Virginia City, Nevada feels like stepping into a story that still lives and breathes today. The wooden boardwalks creak, history feels close, and time moves

Lake Tahoe Getaway Home To Lakeside Strolls & Lookout

Trips

Lake Tahoe Getaway: Home To Lakeside Strolls & Lookouts

7 minute read

Lake Tahoe shows its beauty early, with ridgelines, tall pines, and clear skies stretching above everything. On a weekend getaway, we decided to fly in

Catching Ducks Claw Arcade

Family Fun

Summerlin

Catching Ducks Claw Arcade: Grab, Play, Win!

4 minute read

Catching Ducks Claw Arcade is Las Vegas’ charming family-friendly spot for fun, fair claw machines, adorable prizes, playful challenges, and easygoing vibes. Perfect for kids,