Things To Do in Las Vegas This Weekend: January 23-January 25

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Mesquite’s Hot Air Balloon Festival is coming!

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This weekend, Las Vegas residents and visitors can enjoy legendary concerts, elite sports matchups, and a stunning hot air balloon festival. With a weekend lineup that includes Styx: Live in Vegas, UFC 324, and the Mesquite Hot Air Balloon Festival, as well as theater performances and stand-up comedy shows, Las Vegas offers unmatched entertainment options.

Styx: Live in Vegas

What: Live performances by Styx
When: Friday, Jan. 23, and Saturday, Jan. 24, 2026, at 8:30 p.m. (additional dates available through Jan. 31, 2026)
Where: The Venetian Theatre at The Venetian Las Vegas, 3355 S. Las Vegas Blvd., Las Vegas
Cost: Tickets start at $77.10

Styx: Live in Vegas brings Styx's classic rock sound to The Venetian Theatre. The band is known for its lively shows and will perform sweeping progressive anthems and fan-favorite hits spanning more than five decades, including "Come Sail Away" and "Renegade." This series of concerts allows fans to experience and appreciate Styx's incredible talent and original musical style.

UFC 324: Gaethje vs. Pimblett

What: Elite fight-night action
When: Saturday, Jan. 24, 2026, at 2 p.m.
Where: T-Mobile Arena, The Park Vegas, 3780 S. Las Vegas Blvd., Las Vegas
Cost: Tickets start at $376.50

UFC 324 is a major mixed martial arts event that will take place at T-Mobile Arena, headlined by a high-stakes interim lightweight title showdown between Justin Gaethje and Paddy Pimblett. It will mark the start of a new chapter under the UFC's broadcast partnership with Paramount+. The card also includes a blockbuster featured bout with women's bantamweight champion Kayla Harrison defending against returning icon Amanda Nunes, along with many undercard matchups for an exciting night of elite MMA competition.

Mesquite Hot Air Balloon Festival

What: Hot air balloon festival in the desert
When: Friday, Jan. 23, through Sunday, Jan. 25, 2026, at 7:30 a.m.; Friday, Jan. 23, and Saturday, Jan. 24, 2026, from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Where: CasaBlanca Resort and Casino, 950 W. Mesquite Blvd., Mesquite
Cost: Free

The Mesquite Hot Air Balloon Festival is a family-friendly celebration at CasaBlanca Resort and Casino that sends dozens of vibrant hot air balloons over the desert skyline each morning, weather permitting, offering spectacular views and photo opportunities. On Friday and Saturday, there will also be a captivating nighttime glow show.

Other Events

Las Vegas will host several electrifying performances across many genres. From Chelo's farewell show to immersive sounds at AREA15 and the iconic return of the Eagles, the city delivers unforgettable live music events:

Chelo: El Adiós de Una Grande: Friday, Jan. 23, 2026, at 8 p.m. at PH Live at Planet Hollywood, 3667 S. Las Vegas Blvd., Las Vegas
MVRDA With Finnuh and More: Friday, Jan. 23, 2026, at 8 p.m. at AREA15, 3215 S. Rancho Drive, Las Vegas
Eagles Live at the Sphere: Friday, Jan. 23, and Saturday, Jan. 24, 2026, at 8:30 p.m. at Sphere, 255 Sands Ave., Las Vegas

More To Explore Next Week

Weeknights in Las Vegas offer cultural experiences without the weekend crowds. From intimate theater and sharp stand-up to late-night club energy from Benny Benassi, the city's nighttime scene keeps the momentum going throughout the week:

The Guardian: Monday, Jan. 26, 2026, at 7 p.m. (additional dates/times available through Feb. 8, 2026) at Vegas Theatre Company, 1025 S. First St., Suite 110, Las Vegas
Daniel Green: Tuesday, Jan. 27, 2026, at 7 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. at Comedy Cellar, Rio Las Vegas, 3700 W. Flamingo Road, Las Vegas
Gene Moore: Wednesday, Jan. 28, 2026, at 8 p.m. (additional dates available through Feb. 1, 2026) at L.A. Comedy Club, 2000 S. Las Vegas Blvd., Las Vegas
Benny Benassi: Thursday, Jan. 29, 2026, at 10:30 p.m. at Hakkasan Nightclub, MGM Grand Las Vegas, 3799 S. Las Vegas Blvd., Las Vegas