With Las Vegas tourism reaching almost 40 million visitors in 2022, this iconic city is only becoming more popular each year. There are many family-friendly Vegas events that people of all ages can enjoy.
1. Shark Reef Aquarium
At Mandalay Bay Resort, you'll see over 2,000 animals, including sea turtles, giant stingrays, and sharks. The Stingray Feed Package allows you to feed and touch the stingrays with a private VIP tour. The aquarium is open Monday through Sunday from 10 AM to 8 PM.
2. Ethel M Chocolate Factory
Located east of the Vegas Strip, this chocolate factory offers free self-guided tours to watch the chocolate-making process. Sign up for tasting experiences and visit the Botanical Cactus Garden with over 300 species of plants.
3. Smith Center
One of Southern Nevada's leading performing arts centers featuring jazz, pop, comedies, and family-friendly shows like the Nevada Ballet Theater. Beetlejuice is best for kids over 13, with shows like Peter Pan for the younger crowd.
4. Vegas Indoor Skydiving
Enter a vertical wind tunnel that gives the sensation of skydiving without an airplane or parachute. The minimum weight for kids is 40 lbs. Open Monday through Sunday from 9:45 AM to 7:30 PM.
5. Hershey's Chocolate World
A 13,000-square-foot chocolate paradise at the New York-New York Hotel & Casino featuring an 800-pound Statue of Liberty chocolate sculpture. Customize your own chocolate bars and star in your own Reese's Peanut Butter Cup television ad.
6. Springs Preserve
Features 180 acres of walking trails and over 250 species of native wildlife. Visit the botanical gardens with the Mojave Collection including desert cactus and succulent plants. Open Thursday through Monday from 9 AM to 4 PM.
7. AREA15 Immersive Experiences
Spend time at AREA15 for an immersive experience of art, music, and entertainment. Virtualis VR uses the latest technology with 4D effects like heat, scent, and wind. Meow Wolf's Omega Mart is an interactive art experience that takes you through portals to discover surreal worlds.
