Why Families Love It Here
Las Vegas Isn’t Just For Adults
When people think of Las Vegas, they instantly picture the Las Vegas Strip. But look beyond the glitz and glamour and you’ll discover the city offers a vibrant blend of youth-focused recreational activities, family-oriented community events, and an abundance of sports leagues. The region offers more than 300 parks, 40 pools, 20 museums, and easy access to hiking, biking, and rock climbing. And considering Las Vegas is known as the Sports and Entertainment Capital of the World, you’ll see families enjoying sodas and nachos at one of the region’s professional sporting events – from the NFL, to the NHL, to the WNBA. So read on and see why Las Vegas is the ideal place to raise your family.
GET TO KNOW THE REAL LAS VEGAS
Family-Friendly Attractions
Adults aren’t the only ones having fun in Las Vegas – there are dozens of family-friendly attractions perfect for all ages. The Strip offers the Adventuredome, the Shark Reef Aquarium, and the Mac King Comedy Show. Downtown you can find kids exploring new concepts at the Discovery Children’s Museum, or playing at the Container Park. And the Springs Preserve offers rotating educational exhibits and a plethora of kids’ activities.
Get Outdoors
There is much more to Las Vegas than the neon lights of the Strip. Just minutes outside the city limits you’ll find mountains to climb, red rocks to scramble, bike trails to ride, and a lake for water play. Want a longer family road trip? You’ll find seven national parks within a five hours drive of Las Vegas, leading to endless outdoor adventures.
Parks and Rec Galore
Each jurisdiction within the greater Las Vegas community provides a diverse mix of recreational sports leagues for kids and teenagers at all skill levels, including hockey, basketball, pickleball, flag football and soccer. The region also offers more than 300 parks and 40 pools or splash pads, making it easy to find a spot for the whole family to enjoy.
Pro Sports
Once confined to the minor leagues, Las Vegas now hosts 14 professional sports franchises, along with countless special events. Many of the region’s minor league teams offer great promotions, making it an affordable outing for the family.
Foodie Festivals
If you’re a foodie but don’t want to bring the kids along to that five-star restaurant on the Strip, Las Vegas has got you covered! Spring and fall weekends are always filled with food festivals, like the San Gennaro Feast and the Great American Foodie Fest, which not only offer amazing foodie fare but also provide live entertainment and carnival rides for the kids.
BUT WHAT ABOUT THAT HEAT?
Yes, it gets hot in Las Vegas in the summer, but local families know there are lots of ways to stay cool. Not only are there tons of indoor (meaning air-conditioned) activities for kids in the region, but there are also dozens of community pools and splash pads, two water parks, and one of the nation’s largest lakes that offer opportunities for water play of all types. Plus, the summer heat only lasts three months. The average winter temperature hovers around 60 degrees, meaning you’ll be bragging to your friends and family throughout the country about how you’re having a backyard barbecue while they’re shoveling snow.
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K-12 SCHOOL CHOICE
In Las Vegas, families have nearly unlimited educational options for their children. The Clark County School District offers more than 370 diverse schools, including nationally recognized magnet schools, Career and Technical Academies, and traditional public schools, with an additional 90 private schools offering a range of programs. Plus, an independent analysis of national data proves students attending one of Nevada’s 80 charter schools outperform their national peers on the nation’s biggest tests.
Explore Your Options
FIND THE RIGHT SCHOOL FOR YOUR FAMILY
Learn more about the schools in Las Vegas and surrounding communities with our school tracker map. Search by neighborhood, school level or type, or star rating to find the perfect school for your family!
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