January is one of the best times to go to Las Vegas if you’re looking for a great time without all the tourists that the holidays and New Year’s Eve bring to the city.
Keep reading as we cover the latest happenings, including:
- January concerts and events
- Vegas sports and activities in January
- Featured shows and things to do
Las Vegas January Main Event: CES 2023
If you love technology, visit Las Vegas for a long weekend from January 5th through 8th for the International CES 2023 Trade Show. The Consumer Electronics Show is so large the event spans multiple hotels and venues, including the Las Vegas Convention Center, the CityCenter Properties (Aria, Park MGM, Vdara), the Sands Expo Center, and Wynn.
More than 1900 tech companies will be present at the convention, including exciting new startups, major worldwide brands. Visitors to CES will get the first look at some of the newest innovations in technology getting ready to hit the market.
Join thought leaders from all over the world in Las Vegas and learn about how technology is going to change our lives soon.
Las Vegas Special Events in January 2023
January in Las Vegas tends to be one of the most popular times for conventions.
There are several trade shows and conventions happening in Las Vegas, including:
- World of Concrete, January 17-19, 2023
- SHOT Show Las Vegas, January 17-20, 2023
- Chinese New Year, January 22, 2023
If you plan to visit Las Vegas for a convention in January, you will want to choose a hotel close to the Convention Center and will shuttle transportation.
The Venetian, Westgate Las Vegas Resort, Circus Circus, The Strat, Encore, The Palazzo, or Wynn Las Vegas, are great options that are close to the Convention Center.
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January Sports in Las Vegas
January is an excellent month for hockey fans to come to Las Vegas. The Golden Knights have several home games in January, so it’s easy to catch a game while visiting.
They play the 5th, 7th, 12th, 14th, 16th, 19th, and 21st of January (See Tickets).
The Las Vegas Raiders play two games in January:
- January 1st: Raiders vs. 49ers
- January 7: Raiders vs. Cheifs
Check out the best sports bars in Las Vegas to find the perfect spot to watch the game if you can’t make it to the stadium!
Concert Events in Vegas This January
There is no shortage of concerts to see in Las Vegas during January.
- Jan.14: Collective Soul at Pearl (Palms Hotel)
- Jan 14: George Clinton at International Theater (Westgate)
- Jan 21: REO Speedwagon at Pearl (Palms Hotel)
- Jan 21: Steven Page at Rio
- Jan 25-29: Santana at House of Blues (Mandalay Bay)
Comedy and Magic in Las Vegas January 2023
The laughs are going to be nonstop in January on the Las Vegas Strip, with many headlines set to perform.
- Jan 9-11, Jane 16-18, Jan 23-25, Jan 30: Eddie Griffin at Sahara
- Jan 14-Jan 16: David Blaine at Resorts World
- Jan 15: Joe Gatto Night of Comedy at Virgin Hotel
Recommended Attractions to Visit in January
Here are some great things to do and attractions to visit in January:
- 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 Thrill Rides
- Eiffel Tower Viewing Experience
- Titanic Artifact Exhibit at Luxor
- Mob Museum
Be sure to also check out some of the free things to do in Vegas as well as the top things to do in Downtown Vegas.
January 2023 Nightlife Events
Get tickets and book VIP entry to upcoming nightlife and club events in January.
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.
