Las Vegas events include musical residencies and Halloween celebrations

Las Vegas Weekly Outs Lineup for October 29 Through November 4, 2026

Las Vegas enters a packed autumn week featuring major musical residencies, Halloween celebrations, and high-profile sporting events running from October 29 through November 4, 2026.

The week’s calendar kicks off on Thursday, October 29, with The Phantom of the Opera opening a multi-day run at Reynolds Hall in The Smith Center. Sports fans will see UNLV men’s basketball face off against Missouri at the Thomas & Mack Center, while automotive enthusiasts can check out the Concours event at Wynn through November 1. Music performances on opening night include Metallica at the Sphere, Yandel at PH Live, Bryan Adams at the Encore Theater, Wage War at the House of Blues, and Chief Keef at the Brooklyn Bowl.

Halloween Weekend Events Take Over the Strip and Downtown

Halloween weekend gets underway on Friday, October 30, with “Friday Night Fright” at the Racing Zone, offering simulation racing and themed snacks. Major concert bookings include Ricky Martin at the BleauLive Theater, The Smashing Pumpkins at the MGM Grand Garden Arena, Mary J. Blige at Dolby Live, and Earth, Wind & Fire at the Venetian Theatre. Sports schedules feature the Vegas Golden Knights taking on the New Jersey Devils at T-Mobile Arena.

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On Saturday, October 31, the Fremont Street Experience hosts “Costumes Under the Canopy,” featuring free live entertainment and a costume contest offering up to $8,500 in cash prizes. Nearby, the annual Sin City Halloween Ball—formerly known as the Fetish & Fantasy Ball—marks its 30th anniversary at Virgin Hotels under the theme “Lost Vegas Wasteland.” Additional Saturday events include Doja Cat at T-Mobile Arena, UNLV football against Northern Illinois at Allegiant Stadium, and the American Bucking Bull World Finals running through November 5 at South Point Arena.

Early November Brings Culinary Pop-Ups and Theatrical Premieres

Events stretch past the holiday weekend into early November, bringing culinary collaborations and major touring productions. On Monday, November 2, Restaurant Guy Savoy executive chef Nicolas Costagliola teams up with Proper Sandwich Company for a one-night pop-up event featuring specialty sandwiches ranging from $17 pan bagnats to a $75 Japanese A5 Wagyu and caviar creation.

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Midweek entertainment peaks on Wednesday, November 4, with the return of The Book of Mormon to the Venetian Theatre for a limited run through November 13. The production last played Las Vegas in 2019.

Additional Events and Entertainment Listings

The weekly calendar also includes a set of alternative music and nightlife gatherings across the city. Area15 hosts Strange Circus featuring Valentino Khan, Henry Fong, Rad Cat and more at 8 p.m., while the Space presents Haunted Headliners featuring Jackie Wiatrowski, Celina Graves and Desde Trap at 8 p.m.