Escaping the cold with a late-fall trip to Sin City? You won’t be bored—between fall events, Thanksgiving holidays, and Christmas just around the corner, there’s lots on the Las Vegas agenda for November:
Concerts, comedy, and magic shows
As one of the entertainment-capitals of the world, there is always a new concert, comedy act, or magic show to catch in Las Vegas. Check out one (or more!) of these fresh options:
- Guns N’ Roses: November 1 & 2 at The Colosseum
- Day N Las Vegas: November 1-3 at Las Vegas Festival Grounds
- Carrot Top: November 1-30 at Luxor Hotel & Casino
- Criss Angel MINDFREAK: November 1-30 at Planet Hollywood
- David Copperfield: November 2-30 at MGM Grand
- Florida Georgia Line: November 6, 8, 9, 12 at Zappos Theater
- John Fogerty: November 6, 8, 9, 13, 15, 16 at Encore Theater
- Madonna: November 7, 9, 10 at The Colosseum
- Jerry Seinfeld: November 15 -16 at The Colosseum
- Fleetwood Mac: November 16, 30 at T-Mobile Arena
- Bad Bunny: November 16 at Mandalay Bay
- Mariah Carey: November 22, 23, 27, 29, 30 at The Colosseum
- Slayer: November 27 at MGM Grand Garden Arena
Visit our October Itinerary Post to see some residencies that are staying through November.
Food festivals and experiences
Renowned for its celebrity chefs and impressive restaurant offerings, Las Vegas has some of the tastiest dining experiences in the world. Test out some of the best food, drink, and entertainment Vegas has to offer at these culinary conventions and festivals:
- Great Las Vegas Taco Festival: November 1-3 at Craig Ranch Regional Park
- Sunset Park’d : Food Truck Festival: November 2 at Sunset Park
- VFX Fall Fest (Beer Festival): November 2 at The Lawn at Downtown Summerlin
- Las Vegas Sangria, Craft Beer & Food Truck Festival: November 9 at Clark County Government Center
- Donut Fest Las Vegas: November 17 at Hofbrauhaus Las Vegas
- 2019 Las Vegas Pizza Festival: November 16 at The Industrial
Arts & crafts shows
Get some holiday shopping out of the way and peruse beautifully crafted works of art at these November arts and crafts shows:
- Holiday Gift & Craft Festival: November 1-3 at World Market Center Pavilion
- Artisan Craft Festival: November 3 at Suncoast Hotel and Casino
- Craftabulous Shopping Extravaganza: November 17 at Santa Fe Station Hotel & Casino
- Texas Station 3-Day Arts, Crafts & Gift Festival: November 22-24 at Texas Station
Holiday & Seasonal events
With Christmas seeping in at the seams, it’s easy to forget about the holidays actually taking place this month. Here are some November holiday events you shouldn’t miss:
- Día de los Muertos at the Magical Forest: November 1 at Opportunity Village
- Life In Death Festival: November 1-2 at Winchester Cultural Center and Park
- Día de Muertos: November 1-3 at Springs Preserve
- 3rd Annual Día De Los Muertos: November 2 at Tivoli Village
- Día De Los Muertos Celebration: November 2 at Sammy Davis Jr. Festival Plaza
- Cactus Garden Holiday Lighting Ceremony: November 5 at Ethel M. Chocolate Factory
- Las Vegas Veterans Day Parade: November 11 on 4th Street.
If you’re in town for Thanksgiving, you’ll also find a variety of special seasonal menus, feasts, and events at most restaurants. Check out this list from TripSavvy to get an idea of what to expect.
Sports and other events
If all of that isn’t enough for you, or just isn’t quite your thing, Las Vegas has several sports events and shows taking place in November:
- SEMA Show Las Vegas: November 5-8 at Las Vegas Convention Center
- PBR (Professional Bull Riding) World Finals: November 6-10 at T-Mobile Arena
- Great American Comic Convention: November 16-17 at Las Vegas Convention Center
- Vegas Golden Knights NHL hockey: November 2, 13, 17, 19, 21, 23, 29 at T-Mobile Arena
- SnowJam Ski & Snowboard Expo: November 23 – 24 at Las Vegas Convention Center
Conclusion
New York may hold the title of “the city that never sleeps”, but there is always something to do in Las Vegas—even in November.
If you’re feeling overwhelmed and in need of a welcome-respite from your busy schedule and the bustling city, or you just need a break from all the activities the city has to offer, consider stepping off the Strip and into the tranquil of nearby natural preserves like Red Rock Canyon, Death Valley, and the Valley of Fire.
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