See a Concert in Las Vegas
The big news this month: Metallica! The iconic metal act comes to the Sphere for the first time with dates throughout October. The band is promising to limit setlist repetition, which is only driving up the resale price of tickets. Fortunately, Lavish Vegas has your hookup to see the show.
Hard rock fans will also want to check out the Scorpions at Planet Hollywood (Oct. 1-3), Breaking Benjamin and Chevelle at the Michelob Ultra Arena (Oct. 2), Lynyrd Skynyrd at the Palms (Oct. 3), Rise Against at the Palms (Oct. 17), and W.A.S.P. with KK's Priest (featuring a former Judas Priest guitarist, K. K. Downing) at the House of Blues (Oct. 30).
Other big shows this month include Wu-Tang Clan at T-Mobile Arena (Oct. 3), Charli XCX at the MGM Grand Garden Arena (Oct. 23) and residencies by Josh Groban at Caesars Palace (Oct. 2-10) and New Kids On The Block at the Park MGM (Oct. 2-17).
The Fontainebleau is smoking hot with appearances by Jack White (Oct. 2), TLC (Oct. 9), and Keith Urban (Oct. 16-17).
Weezer brings the Shins and Silversun Pickups to the T-Mobile Arena on Oct. 23 for a night of alt-rock favorites.
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Show Your Pride in Las Vegas
Las Vegas saves its biggest LGBTQ+ celebration for October, when the weather has recovered from the brutal summer heat. Show your Las Vegas Pride with a colorful parade through Downtown the evening of October 9 and a festival on October 17 at Desert Breeze Park.
See a Comic Perform in Las Vegas
Check out Sebastian Maniscalco at the Wynn (Oct. 3-4) and Jeff Dunham at Planet Hollywood (Oct. 5). See more comedy clubs and shows in Vegas.
Cheer From the Stands in Las Vegas
Sports fans will have the time of their lives in Vegas. Cheer on the Raiders during an NFL showdown at Allegiant Stadium and see the best in NASCAR rev their engines at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway (Oct. 3-4). The Vegas Golden Knights are back too with games at the T-Mobile Arena throughout the month.
Spend Time Outdoors in Las Vegas
October provides fantastic weather for visiting the Downtown Container Park, an outdoor attraction built from cargo shipping containers. Enjoy brunch on the rooftop deck of Downtown Terrace or grab a cocktail at Oak & Ivy.
If exploring the desert is more your speed, take a ride with Las Vegas ATV Tours. Enjoy the adrenaline of riding among sand dunes and navigating canyon trails without the overbearing heat from summer.
Recommended October Attractions
Stroll the Strip: If your luck runs out at the tables or you need to burn off calories from the buffet, one of the best ways to enjoy Vegas for free is walking up and down the Strip. The mild weather is perfect in October. Be sure to use our interactive
Las Vegas Strip Map to find walk times, restaurants, bars and activities. Try starting at the Aria and explore the CityCenter complex, which also includes the Waldorf Astoria, Vdara and Shops at Crystals. From there, wander across Harmon Blvd. to see the exciting Cosmopolitan where you can try a pick-up game of pool on the third floor. Finally, get a good spot in front of the Bellagio and soak in a spectacular fountain show before heading inside to see the seasonal floral display at the Conservatory and Botanical Gardens.
Downtown Arts District: Fremont Street gets the most attention Downtown, but make sure to also visit the up-and-coming Arts District. Enjoy dinner at Esther's Kitchen, order Jamaican-themed cocktails in the courtyard of Jammyland or sip on wine at Garagiste. The neighborhood is also a hub for coffeehouses and breweries.
More Things to Do in Las Vegas
Free Drinks in Las Vegas
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