This post provides ten fun things to do in Las Vegas in January, including free, nighttime, as well as family-friendly events and activities, updated for 2022.
For additional ideas, make sure to consider some of the following options:
- Las Vegas Bus Tours
- Grand Canyon Day Trips
- Where to Store Luggage
- Las Vegas Tourist Passes
- Things to Do in Las Vegas (any time of year)
TOP 10 EVENTS AND THINGS TO DO
This list covers ten fun, notable and entertaining things to do in Las Vegas during the month of January.
We include a variety of attractions, events, festive activities, and more.
1. Go to a Magic Show
There are several great magicians who perform in Las Vegas throughout the year, and a few of the biggest names will be in town this month.
Here are some of the best magic shows to see in January:
- Criss Angel | Jan 1st, 19th - 30th
- Penn and Teller | Jan 6th - 30th
- Murray the Magician | Jan 1st - 30th
Every now and then, some Las Vegas tourist passes include admission to the Criss Angel magic show.
If you’re planning to do a lot while you’re here, this could be a great way to save some money!
2. Go to a Vegas Variety Show
Even when everything else is canceled or postponed, it seems like you just can't keep a good Las Vegas variety show down!
There are two great shows in particular that you might want to consider seeing this January.
WOW - The Vegas Spectacular is arguably one of the most popular options, and it includes several great musical acts, dancing, and more.
Alternatively, you may also enjoy V: The Ultimate Variety Show, which provides several different performances including aerialists, jugglers, and musicians.
Tickets are typically over $100, but you might be able to save some money using a Las Vegas Tourist Pass!
3. Go See a Musical or Cirque Show
There are usually at least a few good musicals to see in Las Vegas.
Although there won’t be many hit shows available, there are a few interesting options you might like.
One of the most popular options will be Absinthe, which is somewhat like a burlesque show, but with more of a vaudevillian approach.
Alternatively, you may also enjoy Potted Potter, an unauthorized take on the story of Harry Potter.
This is a humorous take on the story, and it attempts to tell the entire tale within 70 minutes!
Here are a few other options you might want to consider:
- Cirque du Soleil - Ka
- Cirque du Soleil - Michael Jackson ONE
- Cirque du Soleil - The Beatles LOVE
- Menopause: The Musical
- Magic Mike Live
Find all the Las Vegas theatre and musical performances here.
4. See RuPaul's Drag Race
This popular reality television competition will be heading to Las Vegas later in January, and audiences will have multiple opportunities to see the next drag superstar.
Whether you're a fan of RuPaul or you just want to see some of the most creative performance artists in the world, this show is sure to please.
Due to the pandemic, you may be required to wear a face mask and/or practice social distancing.
- Date: Jan 1st, 17th - 31st
- Time: 9:30 pm
- Price: $94 and up
- Purchase tickets or learn more.
5. Go to a Live Concert
Vegas attracts some of the most popular musicians in the world each month, and January is no different.
If you’re looking for a great concert to see, consider one of the following options:
- Usher | Jan 1st
- Tool | Jan 22nd
- Donny Osmond | Jan 25th - 29th
- Lionel Richie | Jan 26th - 29th
- Santana | Jan 26th - 30th
- Styx | Jan 28th, 29th
If you still can’t find a show you want to see, check this list of concerts in Las Vegas for even more great opportunities.
6. See a Stand-Up Comedy Show
Las Vegas tends to attract a lot of the most famous comedians in the world throughout the year, and there will be several great performers coming to Sin City this January.
Here are some of the best stand-up comedy shows to see in Las Vegas this month:
- Rob Schneider | Jan 1st
- Tape Face | Jan 1st - 30th
- Carrot Top | Jan 1st, 10th - 31st
- Terry Fator | Jan 1st, 16th - 31st
- Eddie Griffin | Jan 3rd - 5th, 10th - 31st
- Tom Segura | Jan 7th, 8th
- Whitney Cummings | Jan 15th
- Ron White | Jan 21st, 22nd
- Bert Kreischer | Jan 28th
- George Lopez | Jan 28th, 29th
Even if you can't make it to one of these shows, there will be nightly shows at the Comedy Cellar.
Alternatively, check this list of stand-up comedy shows in Las Vegas to see who else is performing this month.
7. Attend a Sporting Event
Although there won’t be a lot of sports played this month, the T-Mobile Arena will be hosting a handful of home games for the Vegas Golden Knights in January.
If you’re a fan of NCAA Basketball, you may also want to check and see if the UNLV Rebels will be playing this month!
The Las Vegas Raiders will also have one home game this month against the Los Angeles Chargers on January 9th. If you're a football fan, this is an excellent opportunity to see one of the last regular season NFL games of the year.
Find all the January sporting events in Vegas here.
8. See the Glittering Lights at Las Vegas Motor Speedway
The holidays might be over, but you’ll still have one last opportunity to see the wonderful lighting displays at Las Vegas Motor Speedway!
This event will run until January 9th, so if you’re planning an early visit to the city, you may want to consider taking the family to this activity.
- Tickets: $25-$35 per vehicle
- Sun - Thur Hours: 5 pm - 9 pm
- Fri & Sat Hours: 5 pm - 10 pm
- Learn more about this event.
9. Go Ice Skating
Much like the Glittering Lights event, you will also have one last opportunity to enjoy some ice skating right in the heart of Las Vegas!
The Cosmopolitan will be transforming their Boulevard Pool into an ice rink for the holidays, and visitors will be able to skate around the pool until January 2nd.
This event space will also feature falling snow, fire pits, and plenty of festive treats to enjoy.
- Skate Rentals: $30 each | $20 for Nevada residents
- Hours: 12 pm - 12 am
- Learn more about this activity.
10. Save Money With a Tourist Pass
Anyone planning to enjoy as many activities as possible may want to think about getting a tourist pass to save money on some of the most popular attractions in Las Vegas.
Another advantage of this type of pass is that it’s much easier to use when trying to save money on attractions that are already pretty affordable.
One of the alternatives is a flex pass, which allows you to pay one flat price for a set number of activities (3, 4, 5, or 7).
The only problem with this service is that you’ll essentially be paying a certain amount per activity, so it will be important to choose attractions that are as expensive as possible in order to save the most money.
Finally, an all-inclusive pass includes admission to dozens of different tours, museums, live theatrical performances, and more for a specific amount of time (2, 3, 4, or 5 days).
The more you use the pass, the more money you’ll save. Here are a few of the more popular attractions and activities included:
- Hop on Hop off Bus Tour
- Grand Canyon Day Trip
- Las Vegas Helicopter Tour
- Blue Man Group Ticket
- Criss Angel Mindfreak
- Cirque du Soleil Shows
- Hoover Dam Tour
- Marvel Avengers S.T.A.T.I.O.N.
- Las Vegas Live Comedy Club
- Madame Tussauds
- The Mentalist
- And more!
No matter which service you choose, you should be able to save at least 20% - 60% off general admission prices.
For more details, please read our post about Las Vegas tourist passes.
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