Vegas like a local! 🎰 My favorite spots for eating, shopping, playing, and family fun, on and off the Strip. ✨
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Great Harvest is one of my favorite local spots! Everything is baked fresh from scratch, and you can smell the bread the second you walk in. They usually offer free sample slices, which the kids absolutely love. The cinnamon chip bread is a must, and...
Great Harvest Bread Co.
Kid to Kid is a total mom hack! It's a resale shop full of gently used kids' clothes, shoes, toys, and baby gear at a fraction of retail prices. With two little ones who outgrow everything so fast, it's a lifesaver. You can even sell your kids' outgr...
Kid to Kid Summerlin | Kids Resale & Thrift Store
Wally Wombats is one of our favorite spots to let the kids burn off energy, especially on those hot Vegas days! It's an outback-themed sensory playground with climbing challenges, tunnels, net towers, suspension bridges, slides, and ball shooters, pl...
Wally Wombats
Kangamoo is such a sweet indoor playground for little ones! It's designed for kids around 1 to 10, so it's perfect for my two, and it's a great way to escape the Vegas heat. What I love most is that it was created by parents with parents in mind, so ...
Kangamoo Indoor Playground
Sky Zone is the ultimate energy burner for the kids! Wall-to-wall trampolines, foam pits, dodgeball, and so much more to jump, flip, and play. It's the perfect indoor escape from the Vegas heat, and honestly, it's just as fun for the parents. They ev...
Sky Zone Trampoline Park
Town Square is one of my favorite places to spend a day in Vegas! This outdoor shopping center has tons of stores for trendy finds, lots of restaurants, and a movie theater, all in a cute walkable setting. The best part for moms? There's a kids' park...
Town Square Las Vegas
If you're up for a quirky road trip from Vegas, head out to Area 51! The drive along the Extraterrestrial Highway is full of alien-themed stops, fun photo ops, and wide-open desert views. Grab some souvenirs, snap a pic with the alien signs, and soak...
Area 51
Looking for a fun date night or girls' night out? This show had me crying laughing! It's at the V Theater inside the Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood, with a rotating lineup of up-and-coming comedians, so every show is different. If you love Da...
Big Black Comedy Show
Every mom needs a break sometimes, and Artsy Nannies is a total lifesaver! It's a drop-in childcare and activity center at Town Square, so you can shop, grab lunch, or just breathe for a bit while the kids have fun. They welcome little ones from 12 w...
Artsy Nannies in TOWN SQUARE!
If you've got little ones with energy to burn, Indoor 5occer is a must! It's an indoor soccer facility with a turf field and futsal court, and they serve everyone from 18 months all the way up to adult leagues. Their Lil' Kickers program for kids 18 ...
Indoor 5 Soccer: Home
KidStrong is so much more than a kids' gym! Their classes build strength, speed, and coordination, but they also focus on confidence, focus, and character, which I love as a mom. The coaches are high-energy and make every class feel like a celebratio...
KidStrong Summerlin
Gorilla Sushi is a total gem for sushi lovers! Their all-you-can-eat option is an amazing deal, the fish is fresh, and the rolls come out fast. The staff is super friendly and attentive, and the vibe is fun and upbeat. It's also open late on weekends...
Gorilla Sushi
Lux Beauty Supply is my one-stop shop for all things beauty! Known as the West Coast's largest beauty supply store, it has a massive selection of wigs, extensions, braiding hair, hair care, cosmetics, and tools. Whatever look you're going for, they'v...
Lux Beauty Supply Superstore
First Friday is one of my favorite local traditions! On the first Friday of every month, the Downtown Arts District comes alive with local artists, vendors, live music, and tons of food trucks. It's the perfect way to support small businesses, shop u...
First Friday Foundation Las Vegas
Broadacres is a Vegas classic! This huge open-air swap meet is packed with vendors selling everything from clothes, shoes, and accessories to fresh produce, home goods, and toys for the kids. The food is amazing too, so come hungry for fresh fruit cu...
Broadacres Marketplace
The Las Vegas Farm is such a hidden gem! It's a real working farm right here in Vegas where the kids can see and pet goats, pigs, chickens, cows, and more. It feels like a little escape to the countryside without leaving town, and it's the perfect wh...
THE LAS VEGAS FARM
The West Las Vegas Library is one of our favorite free outings! The kids' section is full of great books, and they offer fun programs like storytimes and activities for little ones. It's the perfect cool, quiet escape on a hot Vegas day, and a great ...
West Las Vegas Library
Truman Orthodontics is a great choice for braces or Invisalign! It's owned by brothers Dr. Zach and Dr. Mark Truman, who are Las Vegas natives, and they've been caring for local smiles since 2003. They treat kids, teens, and adults, so it's perfect f...
Truman Orthodontics Henderson & Las Vegas
Mini Gran Prix is a classic Vegas family fun spot! They have go-karts for different ages, a big arcade, kiddie rides, and a giant slide, so there's something for every age. My kids love it, and honestly, racing the go-karts is just as fun for the adu...
Las Vegas Mini Grand Prix Family Fun Center
John's Incredible Pizza is a kid's dream day out! It's an all-you-can-eat buffet with pizza, pasta, salad, and desserts, plus a huge arcade and fun rides all under one roof. The kids can eat, play, and win prizes, while parents get to relax a little....
John's Incredible Pizza - Las Vegas
Ocean Prime is my pick for a fancy date night or special celebration! This upscale seafood and steakhouse has a chic, elegant vibe and seriously amazing food, from fresh seafood to perfectly cooked steaks. The cocktails are just as impressive, and th...
Ocean Prime Las Vegas
If you love a good scare, Escape IT is a must! This escape room is based on the "IT" movies and it's way more than your typical escape room. You'll work your way through more than 20 interactive rooms with wild special effects and live actors, all wh...
Escape IT
The LINQ is one of my favorite spots on the Strip! The outdoor promenade is packed with shops, restaurants, bars, and fun things to do, all in one walkable area. The highlight is the High Roller, the giant observation wheel with incredible views of t...
The LINQ - A Caesars Rewards Destination
Planet Hollywood is right in the heart of the Strip and always has such a fun, energetic vibe! It's connected to the Miracle Mile Shops, so you can shop till you drop, grab a bite, and catch a show all in one place. There are tons of entertainment op...
Planet Hollywood Las Vegas Resort & Casino
The Palms is one of my favorite off-Strip spots! It has a chic, modern vibe with great restaurants, a gorgeous pool scene, and cool art throughout the resort. Head up to Ghostbar for amazing views of the city, or catch a concert at the Pearl Theater....
Palms Casino Resort
Chipotle is my go-to for a quick, filling meal on busy mom days! You can build your bowl, burrito, or tacos exactly how you like, with fresh ingredients and tons of flavor. The chips and guac are a must, trust me! It's fast, easy, and there are locat...
Chipotle Mexican Grill
Burlington is one of my favorite spots for a good deal! They have trendy clothes for the whole family, plus shoes, accessories, baby gear, and home finds, all at way lower prices than retail. The baby and kids sections are great for stocking up as th...
Burlington
Founders is a local gem! It's a locally owned coffee shop with locations in the Southwest Valley and Henderson, and the vibe is so warm and inviting. They're known for their handcrafted lattes, matcha, and their famous flights, so you can try coffee,...
Founders Coffee
Volcano Grille is a local favorite for fast hibachi! Founded by chefs with Bellagio experience, they let you build your own plate by choosing your protein, base, and sides, so everyone in the family gets exactly what they want. Don't sleep on the Vol...