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Las Vegas in February

By Stuart Bak

Nothing says romance like gazing into your partner’s eyes over a tense game of roulette. Yes, it’s Valentine’s month in Las Vegas and temperatures are rising in all the right places, whether you’re here for a sizzling weekend of romance or simply to come in from the cold in the rest of the Western Hemisphere, as Sin City declares winter well and truly over (well, nearly). Check out our guide to what’s hot in Las Vegas in February.

Visiting Las Vegas in February

Average Temperature: 53°F • Average Rainfall: 6 days/mth • Average Sunshine: 9 hours/day

February is a fine time to visit Las Vegas, with daytime highs in the low 60s meaning you might even get away with shorts and tees outdoors, if only during the mild afternoons. The city’s relative warmth makes for busy flights and full hotels, but there are still good deals to be had, particularly in the latter half of the month once the excitement of Valentine’s Day and the Super Bowl has died down.

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Clear, sunny days with cool mornings and cooler evenings are still par for the course here as winter ebbs away, so make sure to pack layers: jumpers, jeans and light jackets remain essential gear if you’re planning to spend time exploring the Strip’s many brightly illuminated attractions after dark. Likewise if you plan to go hiking out in the desert canyons, where warm, sturdy footwear is also a must.

Top tip: falling on the third Monday in February, Presidents’ Day is one of Vegas’s least crowded holiday weekends, meaning there are plenty of good deals to be bagged from the hotels, leaving you with plenty of pocket change for the one-armed bandits!

Things to do in February

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“I’m just the devil with love to spare... viva Las Vegas!” So sang Elvis on his hip-wiggling ode to the city that never sleeps. And, whether you’re a little devil or an old romantic, there are plenty of activities in Vegas that will ignite the flames of passion. What better time to give them a spin than in February, the month when Valentine’s Day sends the whole planet gaga with grand romantic gestures.

Sweep your better half of their feet (literally in some cases) with Sin City’s dizzying plethora of mile-high activities. A private pod on the High Roller Observation Wheel is a great place to start. Book yours with a glass of bubby to add some serious sparkle as you watch the sun set over the Neon City and desert beyond from a heart-fluttering 500 feet up.

Not high enough for ya? Attractions at the top of the Strat hotel’s SkyPod tower include the aptly named Insanity ride, in which a giant metal claw dangles and spins you out into mid air 900 feet above the Strip. You can also bungee jump from way up here on the 108th floor. Or perhaps just take in the views from the observation tower as helicopter tours zip past at frighteningly close range.

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You could also hop aboard one of those helicopter rides yourself. After all, cruising the Strip’s neon-lit length by chopper at nightfall is arguably way more romantic than hurling yourself off the top of a skyscraper.

As romantic as Vegas may be, you’ll be hard-pushed to find anyone who’d claim it’s a patch on Paris or Venice. Yet, not to be outdone, Vegas of course comes with its very own Paris-themed resort, complete with replica Eiffel Tower. Take your beau or belle on a thrill ride to the top in the glass elevator, before gorging on caviar, steak tartare and escargots in the tower’s panoramic restaurant 100 feet above the Strip. Ooh la la! Then head over to the Venetian for a neon-lit gondola ride along the resort's swoonsome replica of Venice’s Grand Canal.

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Layer up and take a walk to see some of Vegas’s most impressive free spectacles. There’s the dancing fountains out front of the Bellagio – a must-see on any Vegas bucket list – as well as the Mirage’s incredible exploding volcano. But it’s also worth getting ‘off Strip’ and into downtown Vegas for the Fremont Street light show. Here, millions of LED lights hang over the street’s pedestrianized section, creating an eye-popping display when the sun goes down. There’s also (free) live music and some fine bars and restaurants to explore down this way.

And if all that fails to impress, there’s always the Erotic Heritage Museum, where thousands of curious artifacts chart the history of sex across the centuries. Think lingerie, celebrity sex tapes, erotic Peruvian smoking pipes and, um, an interactive 10-foot vulva.

What’s on in February?

Sporting Events

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Local heroes the Golden Knights’ hockey season is in full swing in February, attracting sports fans to Sin City in their droves. Catch them in action at the Strip’s huge T-Mobile Arena. February is also, of course, Super Bowl month, when venues across the city (including hotels and casinos) screen the big event, bringing a real party spirit back to the city for the first time since the Strip’s OTT New Year pyrotechnics. Expect it to be off-the-scale in 2024, when the Super Bowl takes place in Vegas itself!

Taste and Sounds of Soul Festival

This free event takes place downtown at the Fremont Street Experience and is one of the biggest Black History Month events in Nevada. The three-day party fuses live music from local bands and DJs with banging BBQ and Creole flavors from the Deep South.

Chinese New Year

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Las Vegas celebrates Chinese New Year with the same restraint it does every major festival. So expect a city-wide extravaganza complete with parades, floats, enormous dragons and, naturally, some of the best Chinese food on the planet. There will also be themed displays in major hotels including the Bellagio, Venetian and MGM Grand as well as most of the major shopping malls.

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Best Las Vegas Souvenirs

Vivaaaaa Las Vegas – so the song goes, a cheesy tune to match the cheesy lyrics. And chances are, reading that line conjured up images of flashing neon signs, feathers, roulette wheels and Elvis in his famous white jumpsuit. Well, you wouldn’t want to go to Vegas and not see all of that, right? Just as you wouldn’t want to go to Vegas and not come home with a tacky souvenir or two – although you’ll be pleased to learn that there are plenty of genuine, high-quality products around as well. Here are our best ideas for your Vegas souvenirs, ranging from the sublime to the ridiculous: Casino gambling chips No doubt you’re planning to have a bit of a flutter in Vegas, and whether that’s playing poker, roulette or slot machines, the sound of chips stacking and falling will become an indelible reminder of your Vegas holiday. Each casino has its own chips, ranging from $1 up to the thousands, and you are allowed to take them with you, so they make a good souvenir if you have some leftover (just keep in mind that they can expire, so maybe cash in any big ones!) Some casinos will let you buy a new one if you ask the cashier, or you can buy customized chips and other items like cards and dice from specialist stores like Spinetti’s. Chocolate Ok, we know it’s not Switzerland or Belgium, but chocoholics may just find their new favorite thing at Bellagio Patisserie, in the foyer of the Bellagio hotel. The café is famous for its treats and delicacies, but the crowds really come to see the world’s largest chocolate fountain, an ever-flowing cascade of milk, white and dark chocolate sending cocoa aromas permeating through the lobby. You can’t sample it, sadly, but you can take home a box of artisan chocolates or macarons. Whether you share them or not, we’ll leave up to you. Blue Man Group drumsticks The Blue Man Group is one of the endearing favorites of the Las Vegas line-up – their color-filled show combining paint and percussion has been delighting audiences in Vegas for more than twenty years. You can take home a great memento from the show – other than a splashed shirt, that is – by buying a set of Blue Man Group drumsticks before the show. Then if you hang around afterwards, the Group comes out to meet the audience and will sign the sticks if you ask them, so you’ll have the perfect personalized souvenir! A mini ‘Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas’ sign It’s one of the most iconic sights in the city and one that every visitor looks for when they first approach the strip – the dazzling, diamond-shaped ‘Welcome to Las Vegas’ sign. This double-backed, internally lit emblem has been there since 1959, with its red and yellow eight-pointed star, ‘welcome’ letters outlined in silver dollars and flashing yellow lights chasing each other around the outside. Visitors can take home their own mini version from any souvenir shop, in the form of a magnet, sticker, mugs, towels, flashing ornaments and just about anything else you can think of. A new spouse Don’t worry, we’re only joking – mostly. If you have been meaning to tie the knot, and you’re a fan of the King, then why not pop by the Graceland Chapel while you’re here? You might even be able to convince people to look at your holiday pics... On the other hand, you could just pick up a trinket from the gift shop – there’s mugs, keyrings, clothing, records and collectibles, instruments, snow globes and of course Elvis bobble heads. Or pick up an authentic Elvis suit – all your theme parties from now on will be sorted! Navajo turquoise jewelry We promised sublime, and this is it. Known as the ‘stone of life’ by the Navajo tribe of Nevada, turquoise has long been valued by local craftsmen as a unique and beautiful component of jewelry and talismans. When the art of silversmithing was introduced to the region around a hundred years ago these two elements were combined, with the result that Navajo silver and turquoise jewelry is some of the most prized in the world. And because varying levels of copper and aluminum deposits in the stones make each piece slightly different, your souvenir will be beautiful, local and totally unique. A podium prize If you’re traveling to Las Vegas with the family you’ll need to find something to do other than sitting in a casino all day – so how about a family go-karting day? At Las Vegas Mini Grand Prix there are four tracks to try out, from the Kiddie Kart track for the little ones up to the Euro High Speed Track for the speed demons in the family. There are also games and an arcade room, and at the end of the day winners can redeem their tokens for a prize of their choice to take home – bragging rights included of course! A group photo with a difference A group photo with a neon sign in the background is all well and good, but let’s face it, it’s not very exciting or interesting. On the other hand, if you’ve got some adrenalin junkies in the group, how about a photo in mid-air? Take a selfie from a ‘limousine of the sky’ on a Las Vegas Strip Helicopter Tour or, if you prefer to get physical, up to ten people at a time can ride the Fly LINQ Zipline, which is a 1,121-foot-long zipline over the streets and signs of the city to the High Roller Observation Wheel at the other end. Afterwards you can purchase a professional photograph of you and your group in mid-flight – a unique souvenir perfect for sticking on the fridge at home. Or if you prefer a video memento, how about a SkyJump from the top of the 108-floor STRAT building? Get more from your vacation with Go City Whether you’re after happy snaps, memorable experiences or just want to shop till you drop, Las Vegas has it all and more. Make sure you’ve got your Go City Explorer or All-Inclusive Pass so you can save time and money while you’re busy enjoying yourself.
Karleen Stevens
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Top Las Vegas Museums to Visit - Culture, History, Nature, & More

While most people think of Las Vegas as a city filled with gambling, dining, and drinking, there are plenty of cultural attractions to enjoy, too. Whether you prefer art museums, cultural institutions, or topical exhibitions (or appreciate them all!), Las Vegas has something you’re sure to love. Want Passes to Top Las Vegas Museums? Admission to a number of these attractions is included on the Go Las Vegas® Card. Choose as you go from dozens of topic attractions and save up to 60% on admission versus paying at the gate. See all available Las Vegas attractions and passes. Museums available on the Go Las Vegas® Card include: Madame Tussauds Las Vegas CSI: The Experience Marvel Avengers S.T.A.T.I.O.N. The Mob Museum REAL BODIES at Bally’s BODIES: The Exhibition TITANIC: The Artifact Exhibition Please note that not all of the museums listed below are included with the Go La Vegas® Card. Madame Tussauds Las Vegas If you adore pop culture, this is one institution you won’t want to miss. It’s the world’s most famous wax museum, filled with realistic replicas of celebrities from around the globe. Wander through eight distinctive rooms with different themes and “meet” your favorite stars. Keep that phone charged for those perfect Instagram shots! Getting In: Madame Tussauds Las Vegas tickets are included with the Go Las Vegas® Card. CSI: The Experience For all fans of procedural crime dramas, this is the attraction for you. Here you’ll learn to become crime scene investigators in the style of the hit show. You’ll be able to gather evidence before heading to the lab with your clues to see if your crime-solving skills are up to the challenge. Bonus: if you successfully figure out the killer, you’ll get a CSI diploma! Getting In: CSI: The Experience tickets included with the Go Las Vegas® Card. Marvel Avengers S.T.A.T.I.O.N. Immerse yourself in the world of Marvel comics with a visit to this top family attraction. Go beyond the world of the comic books and see the franchise brought to life. You’ll actually dive into the action, too, with a chance to train to become an agent of S.T.A.T.I.O.N. (aka, Scientific Training and Tactical Intelligence Operative Network). This is one fans of Marvel properties at any age will love. Getting In: Marvel Avengers S.T.A.T.I.O.N. tickets are included with the Go Las Vegas® Card The Mob Museum If you’ve always been curious about the mob, have a real thing for the Godfather movies, or just love history, this is the museum for you. You’ll see exhibits filled with real artifacts and evidence. Plus, learn about the long history of the ongoing struggles between the mob and law enforcement officials. It’s a great way to see real, fascinating history brought to life -- there’s even a Prohibition exhibit that people love! Getting In: The Mob Museum tickets are included with the Go Las Vegas® Card. REAL BODIES at Bally’s After scoping out the models at Madame Tussauds, come here to visualize models of the human body in a whole new way. This informative and engaging exhibition showcases the anatomy of the human through real specimens, carefully preserved and respectfully displayed. You’ll wander through 11 fascinating galleries that explore how the human body works, how it interacts with the environment, and the meanings that culture makes from the body. It’s a powerful exhibition that’s well worth your time. Getting In: REAL BODIES at Bally’s tickets are included with the Go Las Vegas® Card. BODIES: The Exhibition Hosted by the Luxor Hotel, this unique exhibition also showcases real preserved bodies and body parts. It’s a larger exhibition than REAL BODIES, but offers many of the same themes, including respect for the wonderful machine that is the human body. It’s a good educational experience for kids above a certain age, and offers in-depth looks into how the skeletal, muscular, circulatory, and respiratory systems work. Getting In: BODIES: The Exhibition tickets are included with the Go Las Vegas® Card. TITANIC: The Artifact Exhibition Whether you’re a big fan of the film, a history buff, or just someone who loves a good story, you’ll appreciate this exhibition. The tragedy of this infamous ocean-liner has been retold many times, but now you’ll have the chance to see real artifacts and objects from the wreck itself. As part of a 25,000-square-foot exhibition space, visitors can see recovered objects like floor tiles, windows, and luggage, as well as full-scale recreations of famous spaces like the Grand Staircase. Getting In: TITANIC: The Artifact Exhibition tickets are included with the Go Las Vegas® Card. Marjorie Barrick Museum of Art Located on the Las Vegas campus of the University of Nevada, this free little museum is an excellent resource in the community. Once a natural history museum, today this institution ties together the UNLV art galleries with exciting exhibitions and special programming. You’ll find strong holdings in contemporary art, objects from the American southwest, and Pre-Columbian artifacts. Getting In: The Marjorie Barrick Museum of Art is free to explore. Remember to Save on Museum Admission Hopefully one or two of these museums strikes your fancy. If you’re interested in adding one or more to your Las Vegas itinerary, consider picking up an all-inclusive Go Las Vegas® Card to save up to 60% on admission.
Katie Sagal

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