These are this season’s can’t-miss festivals in Las Vegas, from one vibe to another.
It ’s been a cold and windy spring so far , but thing are about to heat up up in Las Vegas . We may not bein line for a full eclipse , but thisfestival seasonis debase with exciting Las Vegas festivals to advert to take advantage of the good in art , culture , intellectual nourishment , and amusement . Whether sip on beer , rocking out to System of a Down , or hang out by the water at Lake Mead , there ’s a big result calling your name . Spring has sprung – and you ’re invited to take advantage of it . You might just need to bring a sweater .
Las Vegas Music Festivals
We’re All Mad Here
April 6,Doors open at 8:30 pmOff the Strip , $ 59.95 and upAREA15 turns into one big nightclub with the arrival of We ’re All frantic Here , an all - Nox dancing political party with an Alice in Wonderland theme . The spectacle takes over the 300,000 - square - foot venue with top EDM stars performing on multiple stages , including the outside A - Lot . Charlotte de Witte headlines . You ’ll see photo - quick activations , neon interior decoration , and dancefloors worthy of any mad hatter . Dress your best , whether taking inspiration from the Queen , a Cheshire Cat , or Alice herself .
Reggae in the Desert
April 20,Doors open 11 amDowntown , $ 69.99 and upAs might be expected , Reggae in the Desert is about the vibration as much as the music . Despite the name , the festival assume place in the urban heart of Downtown at the Clark County Government Amphitheater , which offers an in - the - round stage format with lawn seating . So chill out , slacken , and relish the music of seven live acts ( and two DJs ) , including Steel Pulse , Collie Buddz , and Fortunate Youth . Yes , the festival takes plaza on " four - twenty " and whileweed is effectual in Nevada , smoking it at concerts is n’t . Even this one . But there will be plenty of beer , food , and Caribbean - theme seller to condition out .
Sick New World
April 27The Strip , $ 325 and upSystem of a Down is a rare former - goose egg rock band that go for up well over clock time . ( I had a flack binging on them while drive across Northern Nevada toresearch Basque dining . ) Unfortunately , reunification performance have been few and far between . The last one was a year ago during the inaugural Sick New World fete at the Las Vegas Festival Grounds . Now , organisation of a Down is return to headline the 2024 edition . Think of it as a residence or sort . Other acts on the card include Slipknot , Helmet , Primus , Alice in Chains , and more , add up to a daylong solemnisation of stone and aggression .
Lovers & Friends
May 4The Strip , Sold - out with waitlist availableEverybody ’s saying the same thing about Lovers & Friends : How are they managing to embrace all these human action into a one - Clarence Shepard Day Jr. festival ? The show at the Las Vegas Festival Grounds is a parade of multi - platinum acts ( with one ft planted hard in the ' 90s ) , sport R&B , rap , coxa - hop , and pop acts . That means you ’ll see Snoop Dog , Nas , and M.I.A. on the same Clarence Day as Janet Jackson , Gwen Stefani , and the Backstreet Boys along with dozens more . You also get Lil Wayne performingTha Carter IIIin its entirety and Usher celebrating the 20th day of remembrance ofConfessions .
Electric Daisy Carnival
May 17–19Las Vegas Motor Speedway , 3 - twenty-four hours passes start at $ 599The Electric Daisy Carnival is like a with child hit lineup of DJs with Strip abidance – plus wads more – over a packed weekend at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway . The electronic dance euphony festival has along chronicle in Las Vegas , give for the thirteenth year ( although some date were ruffle around during the pandemic ) . control from fall to sunup over three nighttime , node will dress up ( or dress down ) in skimpy getup , furred boots , neon wigs , and anything else that befit the temper . Martin Garrix , Kaskade , Tiesto , Zedd , and scads more will lead the party on nine stages with carnival rides , art railroad car , food , drink , and all kind of fun . you could even kip all daylight ( or continue the party ) on web site atCamp EDCor on the Strip at Resorts World , which is officiallyHotel EDCfor the second twelvemonth in a row .
Punk Rock Bowling
May 24–27Downtown,$90 and upPunk Rock Bowling is back in Las Vegas with a serial of concerts over three days at the Downtown Las Vegas Events Center . descendent , Devo , and Madness head the lineup . However , the fun begins early with a series of late - nighttime shows at clubs throughout Downtown . The weekend also includes pool party and yes , an genuine bowling tourney . Expect thePunk Rock Museumto be specially busy with particular client leading guided tour .
Las Vegas Food and Drink Festivals
Great Vegas Festival of Beer
April 6,3–7 pmDowntown , $ 50 and upThe enceinte beer festival in Southern Nevada has acquire over the years . The Great Vegas Festival of Beer used to hightail it throughout the street of Downtown , but has now settled into a more consolidated manikin at the Downtown Las Vegas Events Center . You still get to fit with brewery from around the land , sampling your choice of more than 500 craft beer with intellectual nourishment on standby from food trucks and other seller .
Great American Foodie Fest
April 26–28Henderson , $ 5 and upDespite the name , the Great American Foodie Fest seems catered for the masses more than hardcore " foodie " eccentric . This is the fete that introduced White Castle to Las Vegas , after all . Regardless , you get to savour a salmagundi of bite to befit your partiality from food trucks and vender from throughout the country . Stay busy between eating with games , funfair ride , and a beer garden . nutrient is priced one by one with a low monetary value for admission . The fete rent place over three twenty-four hour period outside the Galleria at Sunset shopping mall .
Wine Spectator Grand Tour
May 4,7–10 pmResorts World , $ 275 and upWine Spectator ’s Grand Tour comes to Las Vegas , invite ticket holders to try sample of more than 200 wine – all rated 90 points or high – from countries throughout the world . Whether you prefer a Napa Valley Cabernet or a Sforzato from Northern Italy , all the bases are breed . You ’ll even come across unexpected discovery from Hungary , Israel , and Uruguay . Soak up all that alcoholic drink with an extravagant buffet featuring carving station , invigorated pastas , epicurean sandwich , and artisanal tall mallow . To top things off , you could take a souvenir Riedel wine glass home . high-up just the ticket holder encounter former entry at 6 pm .
San Gennaro Feast Food & Wine Festival
May 8–12Henderson$15 entryThe San Gennaro Feast Food may not be the expectant festival in Vegas , but it ’s the long , sweep five days at the M Resort . The outdoor solemnization of Italian - American inheritance has food sold for various Price by at least 70 vendors , carnival ride , and live music performances . The celebration wrap up in volatile manner at 9:30 pm on the last night , which just happens to be Mothers Day .
Las Vegas Art and Culture Festivals
On the Water
April 4–7Lake Mead , FreeThe " On The Water " gravy boat show hits the wave at the Lake Mead Marina with an up - closemouthed look at all sort of gravy holder , Jet Skis , and other forms of vessel . Prospective owner can even sign up for a test movement while shopping for the just deals . The best part ? Food specials and $ 1 beer all weekend long . The boat show begin at 11 am and runs until 5 Prime Minister on Friday / Saturday and until 4 necropsy on Sunday .
Las Vegas Celtic Festival & Highland Games
April 13–14,9 am–5pmNorth Las Vegas , $ 15 and upCeltic pridefulness is strong in Las Vegas , particularly if you want to show off some muscle with a caber toss , stone put , or Scottish hammer throw . The Highland Games test of athletics is just one part of this two - day festival , which offers authentic food with bagpipes , drumming , and other forms of Celtic entertainment . Splurge on the whisky taste , which is worth every penny .
Viva Las Vegas
April 18 - 21The Orleans , $ 40 and upGo on a weekend bender that celebrates rockabilly expressive style , fashion , medicine , and culture . The Viva Las Vegas fete cover nearly every quoin of the Orleans recourse , from puddle party , bowling competitions , and fashion shows to burlesque presentations and concerts by dozens of live band on at least a half - dozen stages with a few DJs in the mix . A bounteous gondola show is the main event , have vehicles from the ' 50s and early ' 60s . There ’s even an on - site tattoo parlor , so you may leave with a memento you ’ll treasure forever and a day .
Flavors of Aloha
May 3–4North Las Vegas , Prices varySee what Asiatic American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month is all about with the relish of Aloha fete , which be active to Craig Ranch Regional Park this yr . Experience first - hand why Las Vegas is known as the " 9th island " of Hawaii with food , drinks , craft vendors , dancing performance , and a car show , at The Amp case space . In a solemn moment , a lantern release ceremony on the water will honor those affected by last twelvemonth ’s Lahaina wildfire . The event is free with enrolment or $ 15 for lantern package .
Helldorado Days
May 11,10 amDowntown , FreeAfter trade to Las Vegas Days a few years ago , Helldorado Days is back to its original and much cool name with a parade from 10 am to noonday . make out see floats , marching bands , hogback riders , blistering retinal rod , and more while celebrating the founding of Las Vegas in 1905 and the metropolis ’s Old West heart . The path take to the woods from Gas Avenue to Stewart Avenue on 4th Street , with local businesses encouraged to decorate their windows .
Electric Daisy Carnival|Photo by Mike Will, courtesy of Insomniac Events
We’re All Mad Here|Photo courtesy of Area15
Great Vegas Festival of Beer|Photo by Fred Morledge, courtesy of Great Vegas Festival of Beer
Viva Las Vegas|Photo courtesy Viva Las Vegas
