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What to Do in Las Vegas in September

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Updated: April 20, 2025
 By Stephen

This post has our top 13 suggestions for free activities, things to do at night, and family-friendly entertainment in Las Vegas for September 2025.

TOP 12 THINGS TO DO IN SEPTEMBER

Here are our favorite events going on in September 2025.

Make sure you check out our top things to do in Las Vegas year-round! 

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1. See a Major Concert

Las Vegas is known for its entertainment, so it shouldn’t be surprising that there are so many big-name artists coming through the city year-round.

And what better way to spend a night in Las Vegas than seeing your favorite artist perform in person? 

Concerts

Check here for even more concerts in September including those by: Widespread Panic, The Killers, Luis Miguel, Lil Wayne, Swedish House Mafia, Shania Twain, the Beach Boys, and many more!

Music Festivals

For more evening entertainment options in the city, check out our post with things to do at night. 

2. Attend a Major Sporting Event

Sports fans will be excited to learn Las Vegas is home to multiple professional teams, some of whom have events in September.

Baseball

  • Las Vegas Aviators

Football

  • Las Vegas Raiders

Soccer

  • Las Vegas Lights FC

Hockey

  • Vegas Golden Knights

Check here for even more sporting events in Las Vegas in September.

3. Go to a Live Comedy Show

Many famous comedians stop in Las Vegas throughout the year, and there are sure to be some solid comedic performances this September.

Comedians

Check here for even more stand-up comedy shows in Vegas in September.

Comedy Clubs

Some Las Vegas tourist passes also include free live comedy performances. If you’re planning to purchase one, keep that in mind as an affordable alternative to the above options.

4. Attend a Magic Show

Several of the most famous magicians in the world call Las Vegas their home, and they frequently perform in this city throughout the year. 

You can expect several opportunities to see death-defying stunts and impressive slights of hand his September.

The following notable acts will be holding performances throughout the month of September:

Click here for magic show tickets to the following magicians

  • Penn & Teller
  • David Copperfield
  • Piff The Magic Dragon
  • Shin Lim
  • Jen Kramer
  • Nathan Burton 
  • Criss Angel
  • and more!

Our post 31 Shows You Can See in Las Vegas might be worth scanning through as well.

It’s worth noting again that you might be able to save money on some of these magic shows by using a Las Vegas tourist pass.

5. Take a Bus Tour

See a lot in a shorter amount of time from the comfort of an air-conditioned bus. 

Hop-on-hop-off bus tours allow you to get on and off the bus whenever you want to see more of any of the sites along the route.

Big Bus Tours is the main bus tour company in Las Vegas and the only company that provides live commentary during the tour.

There are other types of bus tours available, like night bus tours, and themed tours like a Pawn Stars Bus Tour and a Mob Bus Tour.

In addition to the daily tours, there is also a night bus tour available which will give you a great look at the Vegas Strip after dark. This option isn’t hop-on hop-off, but it is 3 hours long and includes a guided walking tour of Fremont Street.

Some Las Vegas bus tours are included with various tourist passes, allowing you to save some money on tickets.

Read about the many choices from our post on Las Vegas bus tours.

6. See Theatrical Performance

If you’re interested in a theatrical experience, you can almost always rely on Cirque du Soleil to host several shows in Las Vegas each month.

You'll also find some other plays and stage shows to keep your interest.

Cirque de Soleil

  • O | A young boy goes on an adventure that sends him to a magical realm.
  • Michael Jackson ONE | acrobatics, dance, and visuals that reflect Michael Jackson's showmanship
  • The Beatles LOVE | a Grammy award-winning psychedelic acrobatic journey through the 60s set to Beatles music
  • Mad Apple | Acrobats, dancers, comedians, magicians, and others give you a snapshot of night in New York
  • Ka | Rotating stages, aerial performances, and acrobatics around the story of royal twins separated at youth trying to reunite

Cirque du Soleil tickets can be found here.*

Variety Acts/Shows

  • Absinthe | This adults-only show is a mix of cabaret, humor, and acrobatics, all taking place on a circular stage
  • Awakening | A myth-like love story with fantasy creatures, many types of dance, haute-couture costumes, 3D sound, and more
  • Blue Man Group | Instrumental music, art, and comedy, all performed by wordless blue-faced neon-lit men
  • iLuminate | Amazing choreography performed by dancers wearing LED suits while lighting effects dance across the room
  • V: The Ultimate Variety Show | High-energy stunts and performances with comedy, magic, and spectacle

Check this list of theatrical shows in Las Vegas to see what else is happening this October.

If you’re planning to use a Las Vegas tourist pass, keep in mind that some of them include these shows at no additional cost, allowing you to save money on tickets!

7. Go to the Hoover Dam

If you’re looking for another great opportunity to get out of the city for a few hours, the Hoover Dam is pretty close by and there are a lot of tours providing transportation to and from the landmark.

Take a look at some of these options for Hoover Dam tours:

As with tours of the Grand Canyon, some of these outings are also included with Las Vegas tourist passes, and that could be a good way to save a few bucks on tickets.

8. See the Grand Canyon

This national landmark is within driving (and flying) distance of Las Vegas, and there are several different tours you can take from the city which provide round-trip transportation to and from the Grand Canyon.

Here are a few of the best Grand Canyon tours you can take from Vegas:

In addition to these options, there are also some tours of this landmark included with Las Vegas tourist passes, so you don’t even have to pay full price for this activity!

9. Save Money with a Tourist Attraction Concession Pass

If you’re planning to see and do as much as possible while visiting Las Vegas, a tourist pass might be one of the best ways to save money on various activities of interest.

There are a few different types of passes, but the basic idea is that you’ll be paying a set price for multiple attractions.

If you purchase a concession city pass, you’ll get price cuts on select attractions, experiences, and restaurants - sometimes 20 - 70%. 

Here are just a few of the activities included with the Go City Las Vegas pass:

  • Blue Man Group | $165
  • The Beatles: LOVE | $157
  • Las Vegas Helicopter Tour | $149
  • Grand Canyon Tour | $119
  • Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour | $53
  • Marvel Avengers S.T.A.T.I.O.N. | $42
  • Hoover Dam Highlights Tour | $55
  • Madame Tussauds | $37
  • Legends in Concert | $84
  • And more!

Take a look at our full comparison to see which tourist attraction concession pass is best for your trip.

10. Attend a Dive-In Movie at The Cosmopolitan

While drive-in movies are becoming popular once again following the pandemic, Las Vegas is home to an entirely different kind of communal movie viewing experience: The Dive-In!

Throughout the summer, The Cosmopolitan hosts a movie night by their pool each week, giving visitors the chance to enjoy a popular film while keeping cool in the pool.

Here are the movies playing in September 2025:

Tickets start at just $15 and you don’t need a room at the hotel to enjoy this activity.

Purchase tickets or learn more.

11. Cool Off in a Vegas Pool

Even in September, it can get pretty hot in Las Vegas. If you’re looking for an opportunity to cool off, consider going to one of the many pools found at various hotels in this city.

One of the easiest ways to do this is to jump on the Pool Party Bus, which will take you to 3 of the best pools in Las Vegas. This outing also includes unlimited mixers, fantastic music, and more.

Alternatively, you can also just stay at the hotel and get access to their pool. Some hotels also offer tickets to enter and enjoy the pool even if you aren’t a guest.

12. Take a Ghost Tour

Believe it or not, there are areas of Las Vegas that are said to be haunted. If you’re interested in learning about some of the spookier stories to come out of this city, consider taking a ghost tour.

Over the course of an hour, you’ll learn about the potentially haunted history of Sin City, including tales of reported sightings and other events.

During this tour, you’ll visit a variety of notable locations including Planet Hollywood, Harrah’s, Palazzo and more, as your guide reveals the darker side of Las Vegas.

Find tickets here for the Gangsters, Glitz, and Gore Ghost Tour.

13. Oktoberfest | Returning in 2025

Seven Oh Brew puts on "Las Vegas' first authentic Oktoberfest.

There will be the usual beer drinking, but also four days of entertainment and activities.

There will be 50 live acts as well as contests and more.

Events take place September 29th-October 1st at Craig Ranch Regional Park.

Visit the Sevenohbrew website for more information.

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About The Author

Stephen

Stephen is the founder of Free Tours by Foot and Tours by Foot and has overseen the transformation of a local walking tour company into a global tour community and traveler’s advice platform. He has personally led thousands of group tours in the US and is an expert in trip planning and sightseeing, with a focus on budget travelers in the US as well as in Europe. Stephen has been published and featured in dozens of publications including The Wall Street Journal, BBC, Yahoo, Washington.org, and more.
Updated: April 20th, 2025
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