18 Things to Do in Las Vegas This Week · May 14–17, 2026

Music & Nightlife

Santana at House of Blues

Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Carlos Santana performs at the intimate House of Blues on the Las Vegas Strip, with limited tickets remaining.

Thursday, May 14, 2026 7:00 PM · House of Blues Las Vegas, 3950 Las Vegas Blvd

Jay Reid Comedy & Cocktails at Jimmy Kimmel's Comedy Club

Jay Reid headlines a comedy and cocktails night at Jimmy Kimmel's Comedy Club, the Las Vegas Review-Journal's pick for best comedy club.

Thursday, May 14, 2026 7:30 PM · Jimmy Kimmel's Comedy Club, The LINQ

No Doubt Live at Sphere

Gwen Stefani and the full No Doubt crew transform the Sphere into a ska-punk time capsule with a tightly choreographed 21-song set during their Las Vegas residency.

Friday, May 15, 2026 8:30 PM · Sphere, 255 Sands Avenue, Las Vegas

PASSPORT SATURDAYS – Afro-Caribbean Night

A vibrant Afro-Caribbean night at Medusa Nightclub & Cabaret celebrating global sounds, culture, and dance on Saturday night.

Saturday, May 16, 2026 11:00 PM · Medusa Nightclub & Cabaret, Las Vegas

Festivals & Special Events

Electric Daisy Carnival (EDC) Las Vegas

One of the world's largest electronic music festivals returns to Las Vegas Motor Speedway for three nights of massive stage productions, carnival rides, and top-tier DJ lineups.

Friday, May 15, 2026 5:00 PM · Las Vegas Motor Speedway, 7000 Las Vegas Blvd N.

Free Events

CSN Planetarium – Artemis II Splashdown Watch Party

College of Southern Nevada's Planetarium hosts a public watch party for the historic Artemis II lunar mission splashdown — a once-in-a-generation space event.

Friday, May 15, 2026 · CSN Planetarium, Las Vegas

Songs on the Square

Free outdoor live music series returns to Town Square Las Vegas every Saturday, perfect for an easy evening out with drinks and shopping.

Saturday, May 16, 2026 · Town Square Las Vegas, 6605 Las Vegas Blvd South

Lee Brice at Fremont Street Experience

Country artist Lee Brice performs live at the iconic Fremont Street Experience, one of Las Vegas' great free outdoor concert venues.

Saturday, May 16, 2026 · Fremont Street Experience, Downtown Las Vegas

Bellagio Conservatory & Botanical Gardens – Spring Exhibit

The Bellagio's seasonal spring exhibit combines stunning floral installations, myriad themed elements, and artistry in a free-to-view attraction on the Strip.

Saturday, May 16, 2026 · Bellagio Conservatory & Botanical Gardens, Las Vegas Strip

UnCommons Unwind – Free Rooftop Pilates

Free weekly mat Pilates class on the rooftop at UnCommons, hosted by The Good Place — a community wellness fixture every Wednesday evening.

Wednesday, May 20, 2026 6:00 PM · UnCommons, Las Vegas

Date Night

Candlelight: 90s Hip Hop on Strings

A candlelit string quartet reimagines classic 90s hip-hop hits in an immersive, aesthetic concert experience perfect for a memorable date night.

Friday, May 15, 2026 6:00 PM · Various Vegas venues

Outdoors & Active

Butterfly Habitat at Springs Preserve

Walk through a live butterfly habitat surrounded by lush gardens and nature trails at Springs Preserve — a peaceful escape from the city all month long.

Saturday, May 16, 2026 · Springs Preserve, Las Vegas

Arts & Culture

Mad Apple by Cirque du Soleil

Cirque du Soleil's irreverent New York-themed show blends acrobatics, comedy, and live music at New York-New York Hotel for an unforgettable night.

Friday, May 15, 2026 7:00 PM · New York-New York Hotel & Casino

Nevada Ballet Theatre at the Smith Center

Nevada Ballet Theatre takes the stage at the Smith Center for the Performing Arts this week for a captivating dance performance.

Saturday, May 16, 2026 · The Smith Center, Las Vegas

Mavericks – Downtown's Premiere Variety Show

Miss Behave and her unruly crew present an ever-changing world-class variety show in the historic Plaza Hotel & Casino Showroom.

Wednesday, May 20, 2026 7:00 PM · Plaza Hotel and Casino, Downtown Las Vegas

Family-Friendly

Rock Academy of Performing Arts End-Of-Year Concert

Local student musicians from the Rock Academy of Performing Arts take the stage for their annual end-of-year showcase concert.

Thursday, May 14, 2026 · Las Vegas

Miss Fairy G Kid's Show at Town Square

A whimsical children's show featuring Miss Fairy G runs weekly at Town Square Las Vegas, perfect for kids and families on a weekday morning.

Wednesday, May 20, 2026 11:00 AM · Town Square Las Vegas, 6605 Las Vegas Blvd South

Food & Drink

Maroon – Kwame Onwuachi Afro-Caribbean Steakhouse Opening

Celebrity chef Kwame Onwuachi's new Afro-Caribbean-lens steakhouse Maroon has just opened on the Las Vegas Strip, offering a groundbreaking dining experience.

Thursday, May 14, 2026 · The Las Vegas Strip