UPDATED September 27, 2024
Las Vegas is a city renowned for its dynamic entertainment, lavish hotels and its iconic Strip. It’s also known as the location for the 2025 NAHB International Builders’ Show® (IBS)!
To make your trip to the Entertainment Capital of the World unforgettable, here are 81 unique activities and sights to explore.
Builders’ Show
1. Visit the NAHB International Builders’ Show (IBS): Naturally, the star of the month in Feb 2025! Check out new innovations, tech, designs and more.
Art
2. Bellagio Gallery of Fine Art: Inside the Bellagio, this gallery regularly features rotating exhibitions showcasing works from major museums and private collections. Previous exhibitions have included Picasso, Warhol and other renowned artists.
3. Art Installations & Galleries: Explore the Arts District and discover various art installations that frequently change.
4. Downtown Las Vegas Murals: Street art at its best.
5. Aria Fine Art Collection: A public art initiative at CityCenter, this collection includes contemporary works from artists such as Maya Lin, Frank Stella, and Jenny Holzer. It’s one of the largest corporate collections of art in the world.
6. Wine & Paint: Enjoy a relaxed evening at spots like Pinot’s Palette, combining creativity with some fine wine.
Adventure & Thrills
7. Thrill Rides at The STRAT: The STRAT is home to several pulse-pounding thrill rides like X-Scream: A roller-coaster-style ride that propels you off the edge of the tower, leaving you suspended momentarily in the air. Big Shot: Shoots you 160 feet straight up at 45 mph from the top of the tower, offering stunning panoramic views — if you can keep your eyes open!
8. Area15: An immersive entertainment complex.
9. Axe Monkeys: Try your hand at axe throwing.
10. Dig This: Operate heavy machinery just for fun! Drive a bulldozer in a real-life sandbox.
11. Escape Rooms: Challenge your mind and teamwork skills by trying to break out of one of the city’s top escape rooms.
12. Fly LINQ Zipline: Soar above The LINQ Promenade.
13. The High Roller: Get a panoramic view of the city from the world’s tallest observation wheel.
14. Interactive Experiences: Explore the latest in VR and immersive experiences.
15. SkyJump at the Stratosphere: A controlled free fall from over 800 feet.
16. SkyZone: Trampoline park for all ages.
17. SlotZilla Zip Line: Fly over Fremont Street.
18. Vegas Indoor Skydiving: Get the thrill of skydiving indoors.
Candy & Sweets
19. Ethel M Chocolates’ Cactus Garden: They light up the garden, making it an ideal evening stroll location.
20. Hershey’s Chocolate World: Satisfy your sweet tooth.
21. M&M’s World: Four floors of chocolate goodness.
Dining & Shopping
22. Coca-Cola Store: Taste beverages from around the world.
23. Dine at the Top of the World: Revolving restaurant at The STRAT.
24. Downtown Container Park: A unique shopping experience.
25. Eat at Gordon Ramsay’s Hell’s Kitchen: A gourmet dining experience.
26. Lip Smacking Foodie Tours: Experience the culinary wonders of Vegas.
27. The LINQ Promenade: Shop, dine and play.
28. Shopping at the North Premium Outlets: Grab some Winter sales!
Misc.
29. Celebrate Leap Day: February 29 is Leap Day in 2024! Las Vegas generally has special hotel, dining and casino promotions to celebrate the day.
30. Bellagio Conservatory & Botanical Gardens: Seasonal displays.
31. Bellagio Fountains: These majestic water displays set to music are a must see.
32. Eiffel Tower Viewing Deck: Paris in Vegas.
33. Fremont Street Experience: Experience old Vegas, complete with a canopy light show.
34. Gondola rides at The Venetian: Feel like you’re in Venice without leaving Vegas.
35. Mandalay Bay Beach: Sun, sand and entertainment.
36. Marvel Avengers S.T.A.T.I.O.N: Dive into the Marvel universe.
37. Take a Cocktail Class: Learn how to make your favorite drinks at one of Las Vegas’ top mixology classes. Bars like The Laundry Room at Commonwealth, Ghost Donkey at The Cosmopolitan often offer cocktail-making classes that teach the art of crafting a perfect drink.
38. Spa Day: Relax in one of the many luxury spas on the Strip.
39. Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas Sign: Snap a classic Vegas photo.
Motorsports
40. Las Vegas Mini Gran Prix: Family fun with rides and games.
41. Las Vegas Motor Speedway: Feel the need for speed.
42. Pole Position Raceway: Indoor go-karting fun.
43. SpeedVegas: Drive exotic cars on a real racetrack.
Museums
44. Bodies…The Exhibition: Explore the human body like never before.
45. Hollywood Cars Museum: Iconic cars from films.
46. Las Vegas Natural History Museum: Learn about the world’s wonders.
47. Madame Tussauds: Pose with lifelike celebrity wax figures.
48. The Mob Museum: Dive deep into the history of organized crime in America.
49. National Atomic Testing Museum: Dive into atomic history.
50. Nevada State Museum: Dive into Nevada’s history.
51. The Neon Museum: Explore the classic neon signs that once adorned the Strip.
52. Nostalgia Street Rods Museum: Vintage cars galore.
53. The Pinball Hall of Fame: Play on over 200 vintage pinball machines.
54. Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition: Discover artifacts from the famed ship.
55. Zak Bagans’ The Haunted Museum: Experience the supernatural.
Outdoor & Nature
56. Desert Glamping Experience: Book a luxury glamping (glamorous camping) experience in the outskirts of Vegas before or after IBS.
57. Flamingo Wildlife Habitat: Flamingos in the heart of the Strip.
58. Hike Mount Charleston: A cool escape with trails and snow in winter.
59. Lake Mead: Boating, fishing and scenic views.
60. Red Rock Canyon: Escape the city and experience stunning desert landscapes.
61. Seven Magic Mountains: View colorful art installations in the desert.
62. Shark Reef Aquarium at Mandalay Bay: See over 2,000 animals, including 15 species of sharks.
63. Springs Preserve: Discover the natural side of Las Vegas.
64. Valley of Fire State Park: Marvel at ancient petroglyphs and red rock formations.
Piano Bars, Clubs & Speakeasies
65. Chandelier Bar at The Cosmopolitan: Sip cocktails inside a giant chandelier.
66. Nightclubs: Dance the night away at some of the world’s best clubs.
67. Piano Bars: Dueling piano bars like The Piano Bar at Harrah’s are always a fun time, with interactive performances and great music.
68. Speakeasies: Vegas has a number of hidden speakeasies that offer unique nightlife experiences like The Laundry Room at Commonwealth, Ghost Donkey at The Cosmopolitan and The Vault at The Mob Museum.
Shows
69. Attend a comedy show: Laugh out loud at Brad Garrett’s Comedy Club.
70. Mystère by Cirque du Soleil: Witness mind-bending acrobatics.
71. Wynn’s Lake of Dreams: A multimedia experience.
Sports
72. Attend a Las Vegas Golden Knights game: Experience NHL in the desert.
73. Golf in the Desert: Las Vegas offers world-class golf courses set against scenic desert backdrops. Popular spots include Shadow Creek, Bali Hai Golf Club and TPC Las Vegas.
74. Kiss by Monster Mini Golf: Rock and golf come together.
75. Topgolf: Mix golf with party vibes.
Tours
76. Big Bus Tours: Explore Vegas on wheels.
77. Helicopter Tour Over the Strip: See the city from above with a nighttime helicopter tour that takes you over the glittering Las Vegas Strip. This unique perspective offers stunning views of the city’s lights and landmarks.
78. Hoover Dam: A testament to human engineering
79. Hot Air Balloon Rides: Experience Vegas and its surrounding beauty from above.
80. Pawn Stars Tour: Fans of the show Pawn Stars can visit the Gold & Silver Pawn Shop, as well as take guided tours to see filming locations and other related shops, including Count’s Kustoms and the Toy Shack.
81. Tour the Official Show Home of IBS: The New American Home®
From dazzling lights to natural wonders, from the past to the present and from the ground to the sky, Las Vegas offers an array of experiences. While you’re in Vegas for the Builders’ Show, happening Feb 25 – 27 have some of these unforgettable experiences before or after the show.
Learn more and register for the Builders’ Show.