Planning a trip to Vegas in August?
Don’t worry!
Even as summer winds down, the City of Sin will always have something to offer.
In this article, we’ll give you an overview of the major events, concerts, and headliners that you can book for the month of August.
August 2022 Shows and Events in Las Vegas
Raiders Preseason at Allegiant Stadium
The Raiders host two preseason games in August:
- August 14 at 1:25 pm: Raiders vs. Vikings
- August 26 at 5:15 pm: Raiders vs. Patriots
DEF CON 30
This conference is full of workshops and draws the best hackers from around the world to build their skills, network, and enhance their knowledge.
MAGIC Las Vegas – August 8-10
MAGIC Marketplace is the ultimate shopping experience for boutique and clothing stores in Las Vegas.
The marketplace hosts three days of shopping filled with women’s, men’s, and kid’s apparel, including footwear and accessories. This apparel trade show brings manufacturers and more than 2,500+ brands from around the world so you can hand-select your next clothing line.
The event is hosted by the Las Vegas Convention Center.
Star Trek Convention – August 25-28
Bally’s is home to the Star Trek Convention for 2022, where huge stars like William Shatner, George Takei, Rebecca Romijn, Ron Perlman, and many more will be headlining.
Big Blues Bender
Music and blues lovers will enjoy this four day festival that brings the top Blues artists from around the globe to the Westgate Las Vegas at the end of August, 25-28.
List of Concerts and Festivities August in Vegas
- August 3: New Found Glory, Four Year Strong & Be Well at Brooklyn Bowl The Linq
- August 3-13 select dates: Katy Perry PLAY at Resorts World Theatre
- August 6-20: Daddy Yankee La Ultima Vuelta World Tour at T-Mobile Arena
- August 6: Red Hot Chili Peppers at Allegiant Stadium
- August 8-10: MAGIC Las Vegas
- August 11-14: DEF CON 30
- August 13: Rob Zombie & Mudvayne at Mandalay Bay
- August 20: The Weekend: After hours Til Dawn Tour with Doja Cat at Allegiant Stadium
- August 25-28: Star Trek Convention Las Vegas
- August 25-28: Big Blues Bender
- August 26: The Killers at T-Mobile Arena
- August 26: Collective Soul & Switchfoot at Sunset Station
- August 27: Chris Brown & Lil Baby at T-Mobile Arena
- August 26, 27, 31: Usher-The Vegas Residency at Park MGM
- August 31: Luke Bryan Vegas at Resorts World Theatre
Comedy Headliners in Las Vegas August 2022
- August 13: Celeste Barber at The Venetian
- August 12, 13: Jim Jefferies at The Mirage
- August 19,20: Ron White at The Mirage
- August 26, 27: Jim Gaffigan at Wynn
Sporting Events in Las Vegas August 2022
- Catch the Las Vegas Aces at Mandalay Bay throughout August for Basketball.
- Catch the Las Vegas Aviators at Las Vegas Ballpark for Baseball.
- Catch the Las Vegas Lights FC at Cashman Field for Soccer.
Head to the Circus
If none of the above catches your attention, there’s always Cirque du Soleil! Here are the Cirque du Soleil Las Vegas shows in August 2022. One of the best things about selecting this as one of your activities is that it’s available every single day.
“O” By Cirque du Soleil: All Dates
Inspired by the concept of infinity and the elegance of water’s pure form, this show pays tribute to the beauty of performance in the theater.
Mystere: All dates
An intense sensory experience that features constant motion, high-energy acrobatics, evocative dances, colorful costumes, and vivid lighting.
MJ One by Cirque du Soleil: All dates
The Beatles Love by Cirque du Soleil: All dates
Las Vegas Comedy and Magic Shows During August 2022
If comedy and magic are more your jam, these comedians are performing their standup routines again!
- Mike Hammer Comedy Magic at Four Queens
- Piff the Magic Dragon Show at Flaming
- LA Comedy Club at The STRAT Hotel
- Nathan Burton Comedy Magic at Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood
- Tape Face at Harrah’s
- Gregory Popovich’s Comedy Pet Theater at Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood
- Rich Little at Tropicana Las Vegas
- The Mentalist at Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood
- Laugh Factory at Tropicana Las Vegas
- Terry Fator: Who’s the Dummy Now at New York – New York
- Murray the Magician at Tropicana Las Vegas
- Carrot Top at Luxor
- Las Vegas Live Comedy Club at Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood
- Delirious Comedy Club at The Downtown Grand Casino and Hotel
- Jokesters Comedy Club at Alexis Park All Suite Resort
- David Copperfield at MGM Grand
- Mat Franco at the LINQ Hotel
- Penn and Teller at Rio
- Criss Angel MINDFREAK at Planet Hollywood
- Amazing Magic with Tommy Wind at Alexis Park All Suite Resort
- Xavier Mortimer: The Dream Maker at The Strat
- Potted Potter at Bally’s
Las Vegas variety, tribute, and impersonator shows during August
The Classic Las Vegas Variety Shows, Impersonators, and Tribute Shows have the lights back on including these shows:
- Australians Bee Gees at Excalibur
- MJ Live at The STRAT Hotel
- Purple Reign the Prince Tribute Show at Tropicana Las Vegas
- All Shook Up at Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood
- The Rat Pack is Back at Tuscany Suites and Casino
- Beatleshow at Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood
- Hitzville– The Show at Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood
- V- The Ultimate Variety Show at Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood
- All Motown at Alexis Park All Suite Resort
- The Big Little Variety Show
- The Jets 80’s & 90’s Experience
- Queens of Rock at Mosaic on the Strip
Vegas Adult Shows Open in August 2022
If you are looking for Adults Only entertainment, check out:
- Fantasy at Luxor
- Aussie Heat at Mosaic on the Strip
- X Country at Harrah’s
- X Burlesque at Flamingo
- Zombie Burlesque at Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood
- BurlesQ at Alexis Park All Suite Resort
- Late Night Magic at Alexis Park All Suite Resort
- Australia’s Thunder from Down Under at Excalibur
- Liquid Drag Brunch at Treasure Island
- Rock Candy: Male Revue at Alexis Park All Suite Resort
- Striper 101 at Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood
Vegas Productions shows in August
- Jabbawockeez at MGM Grand
- Extravaganza at Bally’s
- Mystere at TI
- MJ One at Mandalay Bay
- The Beatles Love at Mirage
- Blue Man Group
- O by Cirque du Solei at Bellagio
Recommended Attractions to Visit in August
Here are some great things to do and attractions to visit in August:
- Big Bus Tours
- Blackout Dining in the Dark
- Exotics Racing
- Pole Position Raceway
- Dream Racing
- Grand Canyon West Rim Tour
- Rio Zipline
- Meow Wolf’s Omega Mart (Get Tickets)
- Las Vegas ATV tours
- Fly LINQ
- High Roller
- Marvel Avengers Station Interactive Exhibit at Treasure Island
- Shark Reef Aquarium at Mandalay Bay
- The Official SAW Escape
- The Hunger Games the Exhibition at MGM Grand
- Real Bodies at Bally’s
- The Strat Thril Rides
- Eiffel Tower Viewing Experience
- Titanic Artifact Exhibit at Luxor
- Mob Museum
August 2022 Pool and Nightlife Events
Get tickets and book VIP entry to upcoming events in August.
Don’t miss out on events by artists like Diplo, The Chainsmokers, Kygo, Alesso, David Guetta, and more.
Tom Hamilton - Author
Hi, I am Tom, and I love Las Vegas. You may see me lounging at the pool, catching a late-night show, or trying my luck at craps while out in Las Vegas.
I hope my tips and information can help people plan an enjoyable vacation and do so while saving money.
