Shows, Attractions and Events in Las Vegas for Kids

1. Get your thrills on The Big Apple Coaster

The only outdoor roller coaster on the Strip is The Big Apple Coaster at New York-New York featuring a 180-degree twist that loops by replicas of the Statue of Liberty and the Empire State Building. Also, try the coaster with virtual realty that combines thrill-seekers’ need for speed with advanced, immersive graphics, resulting in a 4D experience that’s out of this world. Afterwards,take a walk around the resort's cobblestone streets, where you can pick up a classic slice of pizza at New York Pizzeria.

2. Float down the lazy river at the MGM Grand

Sometimes on vacation, you just want to take it easy. At MGM Resorts, we understand that. And that’s why we’ve got two lazy rivers right on the Las Vegas strip! The MGM Grand Pool Complex features a lush oasis of swimming pools, waterfalls, palm trees, jacuzzis and the main attraction, a 1,000-foot lazy river open spring through fall. Join your kids as they grab inner tubes and float and splash the day away. Or watch as you sip a cool drink from the comfort of your well-appointed cabana; we'll leave that choice up to you.

Almost across the street the Mandalay Bay Beach has 11 acres of sand & pools with a number of adult activities, but also has the family-friendly wave pool and lazy river. Rent rafts and tubes, or get a cabana to watch the rest of the family float on by. With so much to do, no wonder it has won Las Vegas Review Journal’s Readers’ “Best Pool of Las Vegas” for multiple years!

3. Las Vegas Shows For Kids

At Excalibur there’s plenty of fun, family-friendly activities that parents and children will enjoy. Newly opened, is the Ultimate 4-D Experience where you can join your favorite characters go on 15-minute adventures in high-definition 3-D projection and experience thrilling special effects that will place you right in the middle of the action. Also at the Excalibur is the Tournament of Kings where knights battle it out on the field, riding real horses, to earn the honor of their countries. Immerse your whole family in what it was like to be in the times of King Arthur. Guests eat – with their hands, of course – and drink while cheering on their favorite knight of the round table.

Another all-ages attraction is the awe-inspiring dance crew Jabbawockeez at MGM Grand who pop and lock their way through spellbinding routines wearing their trademark white masks. Not only are they the first season winners of America’s Best Dance Crew they are also the first dance crew to headline a show in Las Vegas. Bring the family to see their third show “JREAMZ” at the MGM Grand.

4. Get primal with The Blue Man Group at Luxor

The international phenomenon The Blue Man Group updated show at the Luxor is perfect family fare: witty enough for adults, silly enough for kids. (What kid doesn't like splatter paint and flying Twinkies?) Their performance is unique to their theater at the Luxor, so even if you’ve seen the Blue Man Group before, you’ve never seen them as close as this! Experience the talented, blue-painted trio's energetic drumming and wild shenanigans in one of the most creative shows ever to hit the Strip.

With so many things for families to do in Las Vegas, your biggest challenge as a parent may be deciding when to plan a follow-up trip—because trust us, your kids will want to.