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 2023 Shows and Events in Las Vegas
Raiders Preseason at Allegiant Stadium
The Raiders host preseason games in August:
- August 19th – Rams vs. Raiders
DEF CON 31 – Aug 10-13, 2003
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 7-9
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 3-6
Rio is home to the Star Trek Convention for 2023, where huge stars like William Shatner, George Takei, and many more will be headlining.

List of Concerts and Festivities in August in Vegas
- August 2-12 select dates: Katy Perry PLAY at Resorts World Theatre
- August 3: Lil Baby at T-Mobile Arena
- August 4,5,11,12,18,19,25,26: Adele at Colosseum Caesars Palace
- August 3-6: Star Trek Convention Las Vegas
- August 6-12: Maroon 5 at Dolby Live
- August 7-9: MAGIC Las Vegas
- August 9,11,12: Maxwell at Encore Theater
- August 10-13: DEF CON 31
- August 12: Great Van Fleet at T-Mobile Arena
- August 18: George Benson at Encore Theater
- August 18: BLACKPINK at Allegiant Stadium
- August 19: Zach Bryan at T-Mobile Arena
- August 25-26: B-52’s at Venetian
- August 26: Duran Duran at T-Mobile Arena
- August 26-27: Beyonce Tour at Allegiant Stadium
- August 30: Luke Bryan Vegas at Resorts World Theatre
Comedy Headliners in Las Vegas August 2023
- August 4-5: Sebastian Maniscalco: Live in Las Vegas at Encore Theater
- August 19: Heather McMahan at Encore Theater
- August 25, 26: Jim Gaffigan at Encore Theater

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 2023. 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 2023
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
- 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
- Potted Potter at Horseshoe
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
- 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 Jets 80’s & 90’s Experience
Vegas Adult Shows Open in August 2023
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
- Australia’s Thunder from Down Under at Excalibur
- Liquid Drag Brunch at Treasure Island
- Striper 101 at Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood
Vegas Productions shows in August
- Jabbawockeez at MGM Grand
- Mystere at TI
- MJ One at Mandalay Bay
- The Beatles Love at Mirage
- Blue Man Group
- O by Cirque du Solei at Bellagio
- Mad Apple at NYNY
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 Horseshoe
- The Strat Thril Rides
- Eiffel Tower Viewing Experience
- Titanic Artifact Exhibit at Luxor
- Mob Museum
August 2023 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.