The Best Shows in Las Vegas Right Now

Las Vegas has always been a city that takes its entertainment seriously, and the current lineup is as strong as it's ever been. From a centuries-old fairy tale playing out inside a 366-foot sphere to acrobatic productions that have been defying gravity for 25 years, there's a genuinely wide range of what "a Las Vegas show" can mean in 2026. This guide covers the ones actually worth your time and money.

Immersive and Spectacle Shows

Wizard of Oz at the Sphere

Wizard of Oz at the Sphere is the most talked-about entertainment experience in Las Vegas right now, and the conversation is justified. The production runs the story of the 1939 film through the Sphere's 16K wraparound LED screen, haptic seating, and environmental effects including wind, fog, and scent. The tornado sequence happens around you. Over the Rainbow is delivered through 167,000 speakers. It's not like watching a film — it's closer to being inside one. Runtime is 1 hour 20 minutes with no interval, from $105. Recommended for ages 5 and up, perfect for families, couples, and anyone who wants to know what the future of cinema feels like today.

Illuminarium Las Vegas

Illuminarium Las Vegas wraps floor-to-ceiling immersive projections around visitors in a purpose-built space, creating a walk-through visual world rather than a seated show. Different experiences run at different times, making it a good option for those who want something immersive that's self-paced rather than scheduled. From $39.

Flyover Experience

Flyover Las Vegas uses motion seats and 4D effects to simulate a low-altitude flight over iconic landscapes. It runs around 20 minutes, making it one of the more efficient thrills on the Strip. From $32, and a strong option if you're short on time but still want something genuinely different.

Cirque du Soleil and Circus Arts

O by Cirque du Soleil

O by Cirque du Soleil at the Bellagio has been running since 1998 and shows no signs of aging. The production is built around a 1.5-million-gallon aquatic stage that transforms from land to water between scenes, with 85 international performers delivering aerial acrobatics, synchronized swimming, and theatrical sequences that make the water itself feel like a character. It's the gold standard for Las Vegas theatrical production. From $193, and worth every dollar if spectacle is what you're after.

KA by Cirque du Soleil

KA by Cirque du Soleil at MGM Grand takes a completely different approach. The theater was built specifically for this show around a giant hydraulically-controlled stage that tilts, rotates, and rises vertically. Performers do battle on a nearly vertical surface. Fire effects are used with serious intent. It's the most visually aggressive of the Cirque shows and the one that tends to leave first-timers most stunned. From $81.

Mad Apple by Cirque du Soleil

Mad Apple at the New York-New York hotel is the Cirque show that most appeals to visitors who think they might not be "Cirque people." It mixes acrobatics with stand-up comedy, live music, aerial acts, and a cabaret sensibility. It's the most accessible of the three, a good entry point for groups with mixed expectations, and consistently funny. From $94.

Music and Dance Shows

Michael Jackson ONE

Michael Jackson ONE at the Mandalay Bay is Cirque du Soleil's tribute to Jackson and genuinely one of the best-produced music-driven shows in Las Vegas. Rather than impersonation, it uses Jackson's actual recordings as the foundation for aerial and acrobatic sequences. The production values are extraordinary and the catalog speaks for itself. From $99, and a strong option for anyone whose musical taste runs toward the Jackson era.

Blue Man Group

Blue Man Group at the Luxor has been running in Las Vegas for decades for good reason. The trio of silent, blue-painted performers uses percussion, visual comedy, and audience interaction to create a show that defies genre and tends to work on children and adults simultaneously. From $72. Not a traditional "show" in any sense, which is precisely the point.

The Rat Pack is Back

The Rat Pack is Back at the Copa Room pays tribute to Frank Sinatra, Sammy Davis Jr., Dean Martin, and Joey Bishop with a sharp theatrical production that captures the wit and musical craft of the original era. From $89. If you have any nostalgia for that Vegas period — or know someone who does — it's genuinely accomplished and not simply a tribute act.

Comedy and Magic

Criss Angel Mindfreak

Criss Angel Mindfreak at Planet Hollywood remains one of the most technically ambitious magic productions in the city. Angel has been performing in Las Vegas for over a decade and the production reflects that experience with illusions that range from close-up sleight of hand to large-scale theatrical set pieces. From $96.

Piff the Magic Dragon

Piff the Magic Dragon at the Flamingo is the Las Vegas comedy magic show that tends to surprise people. John van der Put performs genuinely strong magic wrapped in a deliberately deadpan, self-deprecating character who considers himself the world's only "Las Vegas magician trapped in a dragon costume." It's funny in a way that holds up across 90 minutes. From $42 and worth significantly more.

Insider Tips for Booking Las Vegas Shows

Book your shows before you arrive rather than at the box office. The best seats sell out in advance and same-day availability for popular productions is unpredictable. Midweek performances (Tuesday through Thursday) generally offer better seat availability than weekend shows. For Cirque productions, the venue matters: O has a theater built specifically for the aquatic stage, and KA's vertical performance area means seats to the side often offer different sightlines than center seats.

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