Looking for what is happening in Las Vegas in October?
Keep reading as we cover the latest happenings including:
- October shows
- Vegas events and activities in October
- Featured concerts and club headliners
Even if the leaves don’t turn in Las Vegas, it’s still a great place to celebrate autumn and all that comes with it including festivals, Oktoberfest, and most especially, Halloween!
Here are a few great ideas of things to do in Las Vegas this October.
How is the weather in October in Las Vegas?
October is a great time to be in Las Vegas.
With average nighttime temps of 54, the nights are mild and great for strolling the Strip.
With average daytime temps of 82, it’s finally cool enough to be outside in the middle of the day without feeling like your eyeballs are melting.
October 2022 Shows & Events in Las Vegas
Have a Frightfully Good Halloween in Vegas
Las Vegas Fright Nights
Enjoy one of the best haunted attractions in Las Vegas, featuring Nightmare Manor and Clown Invasion in 3D.
Doors open from September 30 through October 31.
Sin City Halloween Ball
The Sin City Halloween Ball (formally Fetish and Fantasy Halloween Ball) will take place at the Palms on October 29th. This adults-only Halloween bash has been called one of the most outrageous, bizarre and risqué Halloween parties in the country.
The event features world-class DJs spinning EDM/house, old school, top 40, mash-ups, and timeless dance favorites, with “erotic, edgy, crazy” performances from acts that include Dave Aude, Ron Reeser, Scooter and Lavelle, and Lolo Mayhew.
Vegas Sports in October
Las Vegas Raiders in October
Catch a Raiders game this season at Allegiant Stadium.
- Raiders vs Broncos – October 2, 2022 (Get Resale Tickets)
- Raiders vs Texans – October 23, 2022 (Get Resale Tickets)
The Vegas Golden Knights Events in October
The Vegas Golden Knights start in October versus the Arizona Coyotes on October 4th.
Other events include:
- October 13th: Vegas Golden Knights vs Chicago Blackhawks
- October 20th: Vegas Golden Knights vs Colorado Avalanche
- October 24th: Vegas Golden Knights vs Toronto Maple Leafs
- October 28th: Vegas Golden Knights vs Anaheim Ducks
- October 30th: Vegas Golden Knights vs Winnipeg Jets
October College Football in Vegas
Watch some local NCAA Football in Las Vegas
- Notre Dame vs BYU – October 8, 2022 (Get Resale tickets)
- UNLV Rebels vs Air Force Academy Falcons – October 15, 2022 (Get Resale tickets)
Las Vegas Lights FC Soccer
- Las Vegas Lights FC vs Miami FC – October 8th
Eat, Drink in October in Vegas
Experience Oktoberfest
Hofbrauhaus is celebrating Oktoberfest through Oct. 31 with celebrity keg tappers, contests, live entertainment, bar games, great food, and more.
This year’s celebrity keg tappers include:
- Friday, Sept. 9: Mayor Carolyn Goodman
- Saturday, Sept. 10: Chippendales
- Friday, Sept. 16: Michael Grimm
- Saturday, Sept. 17: Jen Kramer
- Friday, Sept. 23: Human Nature
- Saturday, Sept. 24: Reckless in Vegas
- Friday, Sept. 30: Deryk Engelland
- Saturday, Oct. 1: JJ Snyder
- Friday, Oct. 7: Cast of WOW
- Saturday, Oct. 8: Sarah Hester Ross
- Friday, Oct. 14: Larry Edwards and Roxy Brooks
- Saturday, Oct. 15: FANTASY
- Friday, Oct. 21: Australian Bee Gees
- Saturday, Oct. 22: Ricardo Laguna
- Friday, Oct. 28: The Bronx Wanderers
- Saturday, Oct. 29: Frankie Moreno
The Las Vegas Food & Wine Festival
The Las Vegas Food & Wine Festival features a unique selection of dishes from locally renowned chefs. Sample an extensive menu and indulge in a wide selection of spirits.
The Las Vegas Food & Wine Festival takes place on October 5-9 at Tivoli Village, an upscale mixed-use development that includes unique retail shops and fine dining establishments.
The USA Today Wine and Food Experience is an American culinary tour for fans and connoisseurs alike that showcases the best food, wine, beer and spirits from local and national chefs and mixologists.
Featured Vegas Concerts and Headliners in October
Have a Laughs with some Magic and Comedy shows in Vegas during October
With lots of great comics and magicians in town in October, one of them will surely tickle your funny bone.
Shows in Las Vegas in October include:
- 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 Horseshoe
Vegas Productions shows in October
- 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
Vegas Adult Shows Open in October 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
- Stripper 101 at Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood
Recommended Attractions to Visit in October
Here are some great things to do and attractions to visit in October:
- 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
October Dayclub and Nightlife Events
Get tickets and book VIP entry to upcoming events in October.
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.
