Hello, January! It’s a fresh start, and Vegas knows it too – from local festivals to nature escapes, there are so many fun things happening in and around our wonderful city. Here’s what to do in Las Vegas this January!
1. 1st of January free guided hikes
First Day Hikes return on January 1, 2026, inviting all nature enthusiasts to kick off the New Year outdoors! This is part of a nationwide tradition. Nevada will host guided hikes at 10 state parks, with routes suited for everyone and each level. A standout event is the Midnight First Day Hike at Ice Age Fossils State Park, starting late on December 31 and wrapping up just after midnight – making it one of the earliest First Day Hikes in the country. Here’s all you need to know.
2. Candlelight: Favorite Anime Themes
From One Piece to Demon Slayer and Sailor Moon, this show will hit all the favorites for anime lovers. This live, multi-sensory musical experience takes place at the INDUSTRIAL on January 16, and it’s one not to be missed. Tickets are going fast – grab yours below!
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3. Disney On Ice: Magic in the Stars
Hosted at the Thomas & Mack Center, this is the go-to January outing for local families. If you want an extra special experience, go for the Character Experience. Enhance your Disney On Ice show ticket with a preshow that includes games, a sing-along, crafting, and interactive time with Anna and Elsa. The show is in town between January 8 -11, 2026.
4. Jumpstart January Local Boutique
Kick off 2026 with Jumpstart January, a local small business and artisan shopping boutique. On January 25, 2026, from 10 AM to 5 PM at the Grand Ballroom in Suncoast Hotel & Casino, shoppers can explore handmade items, artisan goods, baked treats, gifts, and more – all in a fun, welcoming atmosphere. It’s a great way to start the year by supporting local businesses and making a positive impact in the community.
5. Catch amazing shows at Sphere in Las Vegas this January
The year may have changed, but these Sphere favorites are still on! Catch the iconic Wizard of Oz if you haven’t had the chance yet, or travel back in time with Backstreet Boys. In fact, the beloved band even has a NYE show at Sphere, if you’d like to start 2026 with a strong dose of nostalgia.
6. Step inside an immersive digital art world at ARTE Museum
ARTE Museum Las Vegas is one of those experiences that’s better understood once you’re there. The digital art exhibition surrounds visitors with shifting environments, soundscapes, and large-scale projections that feel transportive. It’s an immersive art exhibit that works well for families, groups, or anyone looking for something visually striking but low-effort. Grab your tickets below!
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7. Catch a Vegas residency this January in Vegas
Besides the legendary Backstreet Boys at Sphere, there’s loads more going on! January is a strong month for residencies, with major artists kicking off runs across the city. Zayn hits the stage at Park MGM, and Blake Shelton brings his residency to Caesars Palace. If you’re planning a winter trip, it’s an especially good time to build a night around a show.
8. HoloHolo Market
This artisan marketplace celebrates Las Vegas’ AAPI community with good music, good food, and even better vibes. Slow things down and soak it all in at The Holoholo Market, where you can shop unique vendors selling handmade goods, tasty treats, and more. Enjoy live entertainment, island-inspired food and snacks, and a feel-good atmosphere that supports local businesses. It takes place on January 10.
9. Lunar New Year at Bellagio
Each season, the talented Horticulture and Engineering teams transform the 14,000-square-foot Botanical Gardens into a showcase of sights, sounds, scents and colors. Starting January 10, you can see their brand-new display, celebrating the Lunar New Year. It will be on until the end of February. Best of all? It’s free!
10. Go out for a drink that feels like Vegas
Las Vegas does bars better than most cities, especially when it comes to leaning into theme, nostalgia, and spectacle. From tiki-inspired hideaways to throwback lounges with personality, the city’s cocktail scene is half the fun of a night out. Our guide to ‘The Best Bars In Las Vegas Serving Cocktails And Furnishings With A Twist’ is a great place to start planning your nights out!
11. Browse some of the many wonderful bookstores in Las Vegas
Vegas might not be known as a bookstore city, but we have many great ones in the city. From indie shops to places carrying rare and vintage finds, our roundup of ‘Dreamy Bookshops In Vegas That Will Fulfill Your Inner Bookworm’ includes favorites like The Writer’s Block and Las Vegas Books.
12. Catch the Supermoon
Look up! The wonderful celestial event on January 3, 2026, is the Wolf Moon – which many astronomers are classifying as the first of 3 Supermoons for the year. Because the moon will be at its “perigee” – the point in its elliptical orbit where it is closest to Earth – it will appear roughly 6% larger and 12% brighter than a standard full moon.