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You’ve packed your jerseys, foam fingers and a fresh stick of eye black. You’re ready to experience sports in Las Vegas. And no matter who you’re rooting for, you’ll always feel like a winner with the great pregame and postgame fun the entire family can experience in the Sports and Entertainment Capital of the World. Here’s where to catch the action and enjoy family-friendly fun in Vegas.

Golf

Atomic Golf at The STRAT Hotel, Casino & Tower takes family fun to towering heights. This four-story, 100,000-square-foot entertainment complex features over 100 advanced golf bays with games for golfers and non-golfers alike, plus “holographic” mini-golf that tracks your score in real time. Beyond the games, enjoy delicious dining options and unbeatable views of the surrounding mountains.

 

For another golf experience the entire family can enjoy, head to PopStroke at Town Square Las Vegas, about 5 miles from the Strip. Designed by Tiger Woods, the two mini-golf courses feature realistic synthetic fairways, bunkers and rough patches, while adults can unwind in the beer garden or enjoy outdoor games like pingpong and foosball. Take a break at the ice cream parlor or full-service restaurant offering on-course delivery, and with all-day passes, come and go as you please.

Auto racing

Whether it’s the excitement of Formula 1, NASCAR, hot rods or monster trucks, Las Vegas offers plenty of ways to gear up for racing fun. Just south of the Las Vegas Strip, you can get behind the wheel at VEGAS SUPERKARTS at SPEEDVEGAS. This thrilling go-kart racetrack delivers high-speed excitement for teens ages 14 and up and adults. Take supervised laps around the track and see how you fare.. This thrilling go-kart racetrack delivers high-speed excitement for teens ages 14 and up and adults. Take supervised laps around the track and see how you fare.

For younger racers, Las Vegas Mini Grand Prix Family Fun Center is the ultimate destination. Children as young as 3 or 4 can drive their own go-karts, while Kiddie Land rides ensure fun for those under 14. Older kids and adults can take on the Euro High-Speed Karts, which require riders to be at least 14.

After a day of safe racing, how about some food, drinks and arcade games at Crash N Burn on Fremont Street in the heart of Downtown Las Vegas. With life-sized lawn games, including Giant Jenga, duckpin bowling and more, there’s something for the whole family to enjoy.

Baseball

Batter up! The boys of summer are always in full swing in Las Vegas when the Triple-A Las Vegas Aviators take the field at Las Vegas Ballpark. Along with great seats in the comfort of the indoor club level, you can also watch the game while splashing around in the aptly named Home Run Pool. Be sure to keep an eye out for the team’s adorable, feathered mascot, Aviator, and score some delicious food, along with cookies and desserts from the buffet.

Speaking of home runs, check out the shops in Downtown Summerlin. Directly across the street from the Las Vegas Ballpark, you’ll find great buys within its outdoor mall atmosphere, including Sports Town, which carries team-licensed apparel, hats and accessories for the whole family.  It’s the prime place to snag the latest championship gear and Vegas Golden Knights souvenirs to show off your team spirit.

Make Durango Casino & Resort your home base and enjoy deluxe accommodations and amenities. There, you can choose from a heavy-hitting lineup of food options at Eat Your Heart Out, an elevated food hall featuring eclectic cuisines. This 25,000-square-foot foodie paradise includes Los Angeles’ Irv’s Burgers, New York’s Prince Street Pizza, Hawaiian-centric ‘Ai Pono Cafe and more.

Basketball

Hoop it up at Michelob ULTRA Arena each spring and summer with the two-time WNBA champion Las Vegas Aces. Led by three-time league most valuable player A’ja Wilson, every Aces game is fun for the whole family.

Set up your home court in a luxury suite at Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino, and nosh on American favorites from James Beard Award-winning chef Shawn McClain at Libertine Social.

You can also live life above the rim every March in Las Vegas, home to multiple men’s and women’s NCAA conference championship tournaments. Watching basketball is always a slam-dunk in Las Vegas, including when the NCAA Final Four comes to Allegiant Stadium in 2028!

Football

Before you tackle a day of pro football in Vegas, start with a pregame meal and celebrate the rich history of one of pro football’s most storied franchises at Raiders Tavern & Grill inside M Resort Spa & Casino. Immerse yourself in a menu of stadium favorites surrounded by Silver & Black memorabilia.

Allegiant Stadium is home to the Las Vegas Raiders, UNLV and the annual SRS Distribution Las Vegas Bowl each December, and was the site of Super Bowl LVIII in February 2024.

Whatever team you’re rooting for, staying near the stadium is easy, with many convenient locations from which to choose. OYO Hotel & Casino Las Vegas features modern and spacious rooms and suites, on-site entertainment and more.

Hockey

Watching a pro hockey game in Las Vegas is icing on the cake for any fan, because the Vegas Golden Knights and T-Mobile Arena put on a show like no other, both with unparalleled pregame festivities and the action on the ice.

Just outside the arena is The Park Las Vegas, a dining and entertainment district that’s perfect for postgame food and celebration. Treat the family to something sweet at the Hello Kitty Cafe, where you’ll find an adorable selection of treats like cakes, cookies, donuts and ice cream alongside crafted beverages. For something savory, head to Shake Shack and indulge in its Angus beef burgers, crinkle-cut fries, hot dogs and frozen custard.

Stay nearby on the Strip at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino, and see star-studded residencies like the Black Eyed Peas, Scorpions and Shania Twain.

Rodeo

Cowboy culture takes over Las Vegas when the Wrangler National Finals Rodeo gallops into town.

Watch the world’s top cowboys and cowgirls get down and dirty, and enjoy viewing parties, shuttle service and post-rodeo entertainment at Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino.

Of course, you can wear your cowboy boots year-around and enjoy some country cookin’ and live music at Blake Shelton’s Ole Red Las Vegas outside Horseshoe Las Vegas and Gilley’s BBQ at Treasure Island – TI Hotel & Casino.

Video Gaming and More

Take the controls and show off your video-gaming expertise at HyperX Arena Las Vegas at Luxor Hotel and Casino. It’s the epicenter of esports entertainment! This fun venue offers a variety of kid-approved activities, including exciting family-friendly tournaments.

Stay on site for comfort food favorites in an inviting atmosphere that the whole family will love at Public House.

For more all-ages fun, Spy Ninjas HQ has everything, from trampolines to ax throwing, escape rooms and zip-lines.

Check out what’s new in the Sports and Entertainment Capital of the World for more ideas and other suggestions for where to watch sports in Las Vegas.