Las Vegas March 2023

See a Concert in Las Vegas

The most significant act this month is Taylor Swift who plays two shows at Allegiant Stadium March 24-25. Both dates are officially sold out, but tickets are popping up on the resale market.

Keith Urban kicks off a new residency at Zappos Theater inside Planet Hollywood on March 3-18. Miranda Lambert continues her "Velvet Rodeo" run inside the same venue March 24-30. The Resorts World Theatre has residencies by Katy Perry (March 3-4) and Luke Bryan March 22-31. Heartland rocker John Mellencamp plays a pair of shows at the intimate Encore Theater at the Wynn. Crooner Michael Bolton plays the Pearl at the Palms on March 9. Electronic pop icons Depeche Mode return for a show inside the T-Mobile Arena on March 30. March also marks your last chance to see Weekends with Adele at the Colosseum inside Caesars Palace.

Win Big During March Madness in Las Vegas

Ready to place a bet? Thousands flock to Las Vegas for the NCAA college basketball tournament, with games beginning on March 14. Some of the best bars and strip clubs for watching March Madness will have food and drink specials, on-site wagering, viewing parties, and other big events. Sportsbooks will enjoy one of their busiest periods of the year. Hotel rooms traditionally approach peak capacity during the first weekend of March Madness, so use our hotel deals page to make a reservation early and save a few dollars.

Don't miss the "Road to the Final Four" when Las Vegas hosts the NCAA Division I Men's Basketball West Regional March 23-25.

Celebrate the Legacy of Punk Rock in Las Vegas

The Punk Rock Museum is ready to open its doors on March 10 in Las Vegas. The 12,000-square-foot building will have just the right atmosphere, located in a gritty area between the Strip and Downtown. Exhibits feature handwritten lyrics, instruments, clothing, flyers and other memorabilia. The immersive space will also have a bar, tattoo parlor, wedding chapel (that doubles as a wake chapel), gift shop and stage for live music.

In an intriguing twist, members of punk bands like The Offspring, NOFX, Sick of it All, The Vandals and more will be enlisted to give guided tours, bringing an added sense of authenticity to the attraction.

Enjoy the Thrill of NASCAR in Las Vegas

The top race car drivers in the country come to the Las Vegas Motor Speedway March 3-5 for Spring NASCAR Weekend. The action starts Friday with the Victoria’s Voice Foundation 200. Events continue Saturday with the Alsco Uniforms 300 NASCAR Xfinity Series Race and conclude Sunday with the highly anticipated Pennzoil 400.

Enjoy the Beauty of Water Lanterns in the Park

The Las Vegas Water Lantern Festival is on March 18 at Sunset Park (east of the Strip). The price of admission includes materials to create your lantern illuminated with an LED candle. At 7 p.m., everyone will launch their lanterns in the water, producing an image to remember for years to come. Doors open for the festival at 4 p.m. with music, activities and bites available from local food trucks.

See a Heavyweight Showdown in Las Vegas

One of the biggest MMA fights in years takes place at UFC 285 this month. Former lightweight champ Jon Jones returns after a three-year absence, moving up a division to battle for the vacant heavyweight championship against Ciryl Gane. The MMA stars square off March 5 at the T-Mobile Arena.

See a Comedian in Las Vegas

The Aces of Comedy series will be busy this month with performances by Tim Allen (March 3-4), Bob Marley (March 18) and Daniel Tosh (March 24-25). Iliza Shlesinger makes her debut at the Wynn's Encore Theater March 10-11. However, the biggest comedy show of the month is Tom Segura at the Chelsea inside the Cosmopolitan March 17-18.

Recommended March Attractions

Vegas offers plenty for those who aren’t necessarily fans of basketball.

Pool Parties: With the weather warming, spring breakers head to Vegas for sun and relaxation at the pools. Like last year, any  dayclubs will likely require cabana, daybed, or table reservations. Check the Pool Party Calendar.

Local Culture: For a taste of the local counterculture, check out First Friday on March 1, when local artists and musicians get together in the Downtown Arts District for booze, food, conversation, and music.

More Things to Do in Las Vegas

Las Vegas loves a party, and St. Patrick's Day is a good excuse for a pub crawl up and down the Strip or throughout Downtown. The Irish holiday falls on a Friday this year.

Best Irish Bar for St. Patrick’s Day Fun
For those looking for a memorable Vegas experience, we recommend heading to O’Sheas at The LINQ. Between live music, gaming tables, cornhole, and beer pong, you’ll never get bored.

Best Bar to See an Irish Band
Nine Fine Irishmen at the New York New York is the Strip’s most accessible, most lively Irish pub. Even on non-Irish holidays, the place features live music, dancing, and a nice lineup of authentic Irish grub.

Best Place for a Perfect Pint of Guinness 
Ri Ra Irish Pub provides a unique and authentic Irish experience inside the Shoppes at Mandalay Place. The bartenders have mastered the "perfect pour" of Guinness stout, which you can master yourself next door at one of the few officially-licensed Guinness retail shops in the world.