39 free things to do and get in Las Vegas and around the Las Vegas area, including 16 entertainment, 5 attractions, 4 services.
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Nightly; Canopy shows hourly 6pm–2am
Fremont Street ExperienceLas Vegas
Downtown's five-block, open-air Fremont Street Experience puts on free live concerts across three stages every night, and The Canopy, the 1,375-foot LED screen overhead, plays music-and-light shows at the top of every hour from 6pm to 2am.
Verified Oct 28 · fremontstreetexperience.com
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Tue, Nov 3, 7:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Clark County LibraryLas Vegas
UNLV's Chamber Orchestra plays orchestral repertoire from Baroque to contemporary in the library's Main Theater. Seats are first come, first served.
Verified Oct 27 · events.thelibrarydistrict.org
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Trails daily dawn to dusk; Nature Center Tue–Sun 9am–3pm
Clark County Wetlands ParkLas Vegas
A 2,900-acre park on the valley's east edge with a 210-acre nature preserve, five trailheads and a Nature Center with an exhibit gallery. Trails are open dawn to dusk daily; the Nature Center is open Tuesday–Sunday 9am–3pm. Join the free Wetlands Walkers club to log miles and earn prizes. Naturalist-led walks cost $5 and need registration. Some preserve trails close temporarily for pond work through February 2027.
Verified Oct 27 · clarkcountynv.gov
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Pass from any branch; museum Tue–Sat 10am–5pm, Sun noon–5pm
DISCOVERY Children's MuseumLas Vegas
Las Vegas-Clark County Library District cardholders can check out a Family Adventure Pass at their branch's Information Desk that admits up to four people once to DISCOVERY Children's Museum's three floors of hands-on exhibits. Passes last three weeks and depend on availability. The museum is open Tuesday–Saturday 10am–5pm and Sunday noon–5pm.
Verified Oct 27 · thelibrarydistrict.org
Catch: Las Vegas-Clark County Library District card required · Limited passes: subject to availability
Daily 7am–2pm (June–August 6am–noon)
Henderson Bird Viewing Preserve
Nine ponds and about five miles of trails at Henderson's water reclamation site draw thousands of migratory waterfowl in winter, plus roadrunners, quail and other desert birds year-round. A ¾-mile paved path is wheelchair accessible, and loaner binoculars are available. Open daily 7am–2pm (June–August 6am–noon; last entry 30 minutes before close); closed Jan 1, July 4, Nov 27 and Dec 24–25. No pets, biking or running. Entry has no charge; only the optional guided tours are priced (cart tours $2 per person on weekends, walking tours $15 per group).
Verified Oct 27 · cityofhenderson.com
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Every day, 10–11am
St. Vincent Lied Dining Facility (Catholic Charities)Las Vegas
Catholic Charities of Southern Nevada serves a free community meal every day of the year from 10 to 11am in the St. Vincent Lied Dining Facility, at Las Vegas Blvd. North and Owens. All are welcome; come in person. Drivers use the 1501 Las Vegas Blvd. North entrance, people on foot the 1504 N. Main St. entrance.
Verified Oct 27 · catholiccharities.com
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Tuesday–Saturday, 10am–5pm
Marjorie Barrick Museum of Art, UNLVLas Vegas
UNLV's campus art museum is free to visit. A donation is suggested ($5 adults, $2 seniors and children) but the amount is up to you. Open Tuesday–Saturday 10am–5pm, closed state and federal holidays. Metered visitor parking is outside the entrance; staff and student spots (and meters) are free after 7pm weekdays, after 1pm Fridays and all day on weekends.
Verified Oct 27 · unlv.edu
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Thursday–Monday, 9am–4pm
Springs PreserveLas Vegas
Las Vegas-Clark County Library District cardholders can borrow a Family Pass that admits up to six people once to the Springs Preserve, the 180-acre campus with the Origen Museum, botanical garden, trails, Boomtown 1905 and the Nevada State Museum. Passes last seven days, aren't valid for special events, and depend on availability. The Preserve is open Thursday–Monday 9am–4pm.
Verified Oct 27 · thelibrarydistrict.org
Catch: Las Vegas-Clark County Library District card required · Limited passes: subject to availability · Not valid for special events
Fridays and Saturdays, 10am–12pm (Family Farm Days)
Horses4Heroes – The Ranch Las Vegas
Las Vegas-Clark County Library District cardholders can reserve a free Family Ranch Visit during Family Farm Days at Horses4Heroes' The Ranch Las Vegas: groom and lead miniature horses, tour the barnyard, try milking a stationary cow, play in the fenced playground and run a scavenger hunt. Each reservation admits up to three children; one reservation per family per day. Horse and pony rides cost extra. Weather may cancel visits. (North Las Vegas Library District cardholders get the same visit through their own library, which lists 9am–noon.)
Verified Oct 27 · thelibrarydistrict.org
Catch: Las Vegas-Clark County Library District card required · Registration required · Up to three children per reservation
Sat, Nov 7, 7:00 PM – 8:15 PM
East Las Vegas Library
The two-time Grammy-winning, all-female Mariachi Divas, founded by trumpeter Cindy Shea, blend traditional mariachi with jazz and pop. Seating is first come, first served.
Verified Oct 27 · events.thelibrarydistrict.org
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Sat, Nov 7, 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Clark County LibraryLas Vegas
The 18th annual comics festival fills Clark County Library with panels, workshops, an artist alley, cosplay, a vendor marketplace, a scavenger hunt and a kids' courtyard with crafts and face painting, plus a Batman 60th anniversary lineup in the Main Theater: the 'Batman & Bill' documentary at 10am, the 1966 'Batman' movie at noon and the Rayford Bros Batband at 3:30pm. Leave prop weapons at home. Vendor goods and food trucks cost extra.
Verified Oct 27 · events.thelibrarydistrict.org
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Wed, Nov 4, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Clark County LibraryLas Vegas
Award-winning student groups from UNLV's jazz division, the Contemporary Jazz Ensemble and the Harmon Ave Vocal Ensemble, play the library's Main Theater. Seats are first come, first served.
Verified Oct 27 · events.thelibrarydistrict.org
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Wed, Nov 11, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
4th Street, Downtown Las Vegas
The annual Veterans Day Parade rolls down 4th Street in downtown Las Vegas from Garces Avenue to Stewart Avenue, 10am to noon. Bring a folding chair and sit anywhere along the route; the bleachers at 4th and Clark (near the start) are open seating, while the grandstand bleachers at 4th and Ogden are reserved. It's held every November 11, whatever day of the week it falls on. Metered street parking and garages along the route.
Verified Oct 27 · veteransactiongroup.com
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Thu, Nov 12, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Las Vegas Civic Center outdoor plaza
A lunchtime salute to veterans: The Swing It! Girls sing swing and jazz (concert at noon), T.A.P.P.S. performs Taps, and nonprofits and veteran-serving groups share resources. Veteran-owned food trucks are on hand for lunch (food costs extra; trucks may change).
Verified Oct 27 · lasvegasnevada.gov
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Thu, Dec 3, 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM
Water Street PlazaHenderson
Night one of Henderson's WinterFest: the city's tree lighting on Water Street Plaza with The Swingles and local choruses, food vendors (for purchase) and a drone show. Free parking at the Water Street garage (235 S. Water St.) and City Hall garage. No pets, coolers, glass or umbrellas. Children under 16 must be with a parent or guardian; bags are subject to search.
Verified Oct 27 · cityofhenderson.com
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Fri, Dec 4, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Water Street (Basic Rd. to Victory Rd.)Henderson
Lit-up floats, bands, cheer teams and costumes roll along historic Water Street between Basic Road and Victory Road for about 90 minutes. The route map and street closures will be posted closer to the date.
Verified Oct 27 · cityofhenderson.com
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Sat, Dec 5, 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Las Vegas Civic Center outdoor plaza
The city's annual Tamales & Mariachi Festival moves to the Civic Center plaza this year: live mariachi performances, family activities and tamales from local vendors. Entry is free; the tamales and other refreshments are for sale. No glass or pets.
Verified Oct 27 · lasvegasnevada.gov
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Class times vary by branch and level
Las Vegas-Clark County Library District branches
The Las Vegas-Clark County Library District's Adult Learning Program offers free English (ESL) classes and High School Equivalency (HSE) preparation for adults 18+. Register online, book a placement test (bring photo ID) and set up a Nevada student portal account; staff then help you enroll. Classes run at branches across the valley, including Clark County, East Las Vegas, West Las Vegas, Sahara West and Spring Valley libraries.
Verified Oct 27 · thelibrarydistrict.org
Catch: Ages 18+ · Registration and placement test required (bring photo ID)
Wednesdays 10am–noon and 1–3pm (by phone)
By phone (Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada)Las Vegas
Facing an eviction notice or a deposit dispute? Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada's free Landlord/Tenant Ask-A-Lawyer runs by phone every Wednesday, 10am–noon and 1–3pm. Sign up online in advance.
Verified Oct 27 · lacsn.org
Catch: Sign-up required
Thursdays 2–5pm (by phone)
By phone (Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada)Las Vegas
Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada offers free phone consultations with an experienced attorney about divorce, custody and other family law questions every Thursday, 2–5pm. Sign up online in advance. The center also runs free legal classes in English and Spanish on topics like paternity and custody, divorce, small claims and bankruptcy.
Verified Oct 27 · lacsn.org
Catch: Sign-up required
By appointment during library hours
Las Vegas-Clark County Library District (8 branches)
The Library District's Digital Memories Preservation Lab lets you convert VHS, MiniDV, cassettes, film, photos, slides and negatives to digital files yourself, with step-by-step guides. Book up to 4 hours, up to 2 weeks ahead, at Enterprise, Rainbow, Summerlin, West Charleston, West Las Vegas, Whitney, Laughlin or Mesquite libraries. Bring your own USB, hard drive or SD card.
Verified Oct 27 · thelibrarydistrict.org
Catch: Library card in good standing required · Appointment and release form required · Ages 13–17 need parental consent; 10–12 with a parent
Wednesdays 4–6pm at City Hall Library (Thursdays 4–6pm at Alexander and Aliante)
North Las Vegas City Hall Library
Elementary students can drop in with homework and get help from library staff, who can also connect them to a live online tutor. City Hall Library hosts it Wednesdays 4–6pm; Alexander and Aliante libraries on Thursdays 4–6pm. No registration. Not held when school is out. UNLV America Reads tutors also give free 30-minute K–5 sessions at all three branches (days vary).
Verified Oct 27 · cityofnorthlasvegas.com
Catch: For elementary school students
During library hours
North Las Vegas Library District branches
North Las Vegas residents with a library card can check out a mobile hotspot or a Chromebook with internet access to use at home, at no cost. Library cards are free; bring a photo ID showing your address.
Verified Oct 27 · cityofnorthlasvegas.com
Catch: North Las Vegas residents only · Library card required (free)
