8 Things to Do in Las Vegas This Week · August 20–23, 2026

Music & Nightlife

Barry Manilow at Westgate

The legendary Barry Manilow performs his ongoing residency at the iconic International Theater at Westgate Las Vegas.

Thursday, August 20, 2026 7:00 PM · International Westgate Theater, Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino

Backstreet Boys at Sphere

The Backstreet Boys close out their landmark Sphere residency in the final stretch of shows before Carín León takes the stage in September.

Thursday, August 20, 2026 8:00 PM · Sphere, 255 Sands Avenue, Las Vegas

Festivals & Special Events

Mad Apple Closing Weekend

Cirque du Soleil's high-energy New York-themed variety show Mad Apple enters its final weekend at New York-New York after four years on the Strip — don't miss your last chance.

Friday, August 21, 2026 7:00 PM · New York-New York Hotel & Casino, Las Vegas

Family-Friendly

Buddy Walk Kick-Off Party at Town Square

Town Square Las Vegas hosts the annual Buddy Walk Kick-Off Party, celebrating inclusion and raising awareness for Down syndrome.

Saturday, August 29, 2026 · Town Square Las Vegas, 6605 Las Vegas Blvd South

Free Events

SlotZilla Locals Discount at Fremont Street

Nevada residents can now save 35% off SlotZilla, one of Downtown Las Vegas's premier zipline experiences along the Fremont Street Experience.

Thursday, August 20, 2026 · Fremont Street Experience, Downtown Las Vegas

Laugh Factory at Horseshoe

The Laugh Factory at Horseshoe Hotel runs three shows nightly with rotating comedians — tickets start at just $32, making it one of the Strip's most accessible comedy nights.

Thursday, August 20, 2026 6:30 PM · Horseshoe Hotel, Las Vegas

Arts & Culture

Evel Knievel Experience

A new Las Vegas attraction in the Arts District celebrates Evel Knievel's legacy with artifacts, exhibits, and adrenaline-charged interactive experiences.

Friday, August 21, 2026 · Arts District, Las Vegas

Food & Drink

Chinatown Dining & Karaoke

Las Vegas's Chinatown district delivers some of the city's most authentic and diverse dining — from Sora Ramen to omakase experiences — with karaoke spots nearby for a full locals night out.

Thursday, August 20, 2026 · Chinatown, Las Vegas