Things To Do In Las Vegas In April
April is one of the best times to visit Las Vegas. The weather settles into a comfortable rhythm, with sunny days in the mid‑70s to low‑80s that are ideal for poolside relaxing, patio dining, and exploring every corner of the city. Palms Pool is officially open for the season, and the calendar fills with concerts, major sports matchups, and high‑energy festivals. If you're looking for perfect weather, manageable crowds, and the full Vegas experience, April checks every box.
At Palms Casino Resort, located adjacent to the Strip on Flamingo Road, guests enjoy an award-winning buffet, a 55th-floor rooftop lounge, a world-class art collection, a 2,500-seat concert theater and one of the best pool scenes in Las Vegas, with free parking and easy freeway access to day trips like Red Rock Canyon, Valley of Fire, and the Hoover Dam.
| Friday April 3 | Sin Bandera at Pearl Concert Theater, 8 PM – Concert |
| Friday April 10 | Big Bad Voodoo Daddy at Pearl Concert Theater, 8 PM – Concert |
| Wednesday April 15 | 40 Years of Mick Foley at Ghostbar, 6 – 8 PM – Slam Fest |
| April 16 – 17 | Slam Fest at Pearl Concert Theater – TJPW, CMLL, Stardom, House of Glory, Maple Leaf Pro – Wrestling |
| Friday April 17 | Bully Ray's Sin City Rooftop Rocker at Ghostbar, 9 PM – Nightlife |
| Saturday April 18 | Hardy Party at Ghostbar, 7 – 9 PM + live Jeff Hardy concert – Slam Fest |
| Saturday April 18 | Slam Fest Pool Party at Palms Pool, 10 AM – 10 PM (free admission) – Pool |
| Saturday April 25 | Smokey Robinson & Gladys Knight at Pearl Concert Theater, 8 PM – Concert |
| Sunday April 26 | Vegas Unstripped at Palms Pool, 6 – 9 PM – Food Festival |
Why April Is One of the Best Times to Visit Las Vegas
April delivers warm, dry weather without the extreme summer heat. Daytime highs land in the mid-70s to low 80s; rain is rare and pool season is already in full swing. Hotel rates are lower than peak summer and weekday crowds are manageable.
| Daytime Highs | 76 – 84°F (24 – 29°C) |
| Overnight Lows | 52 – 57°F (11 – 14°C) |
| Rainfall | Minimal, averaging less than 0.25 inches for the month |
| Sunshine | Clear skies most days with occasional afternoon wind |
| Pool Season | Open at most resorts by mid-March |
| What to Pack | Light layers, sunscreen, walking shoes and one upscale outfit for nightlife or dining |
At Palms, the Palms Pool kicks off the season with live music, private cabanas and a relaxed, sun-soaked atmosphere.
Live Entertainment and Shows in Las Vegas in April
April is one of the busiest months for live entertainment in Las Vegas, with major residencies at the Sphere, top headliners at the Colosseum and Encore Theater, and Broadway productions at The Smith Center in Downtown. At Palms, Pearl Concert Theater is a 2,500-seat intimate venue with top-tier acoustics.
| Friday April 3 | 8 PM | Sin Bandera – Latin pop duo known for heartfelt harmonies and romantic ballads |
| Friday April 10 | 8 PM | Big Bad Voodoo Daddy – High-energy big-band swing revival |
| Saturday April 25 | 8 PM | Smokey Robinson & Gladys Knight – Two Motown legends share the stage for one night |
40 Years of Mick Foley – Wednesday April 15 at Ghostbar
Comedy and storytelling from the WWE Hall of Famer, 6 PM – 8 PM. An intimate evening of behind-the-scenes stories as part of Slam Fest.
Brenden Theatres
14 screens with IMAX and DTS:X for an afternoon between events. After any late show, Ghostbar on the 55th floor is a natural next stop.
Visit palms.com/entertainment for tickets and the full April schedule.
Sports Events and Festivals in Las Vegas in April
WrestleMania 42 comes to Allegiant Stadium in April and Palms is the central hub for wrestling week.
Slam Fest – April 15 – 18 at Palms
Four-day wrestling and entertainment festival spanning Pearl Concert Theater, Ghostbar, Unknown Bar and Palms Pool. Pearl Concert Theater hosts CMLL (first standalone event outside Mexico in 92 years), Tokyo Joshi Pro Wrestling, Stardom, House of Glory and Maple Leaf Pro. All events stream on TrillerTV.
Slam Fest at Ghostbar
40 Years of Mick Foley (Wednesday), Rulebreakers with Saraya (Friday), Bully Ray's Sin City Rooftop Rocker (Friday) and the Hardy Party with a live Jeff Hardy concert (Saturday). Celebrity appearances include Ric Flair, Bobby Lashley, MVP and Shelton Benjamin.
Slam Fest Pool Party – Saturday April 18
Complimentary admission, 10 AM - 10 PM. Family-friendly entertainment, DJs, merch, contests and superstar appearances.
April also brings Aviators baseball, hockey and UFC at T-Mobile Arena. Palms' sportsbook offers large screens and lounge seating for live game viewing.
Pool Parties and Spring Break in Las Vegas
Las Vegas pool season begins in mid-March, and by April the dayclubs across the city are in full swing with DJ residencies, bottle service and VIP cabanas.
At Palms, Palms Pool is a laid-back alternative to Strip dayclubs with live music, DJ sets, food and drink service and themed events. Through April 30, 2026, free cabanas for Las Vegas residents are available seven days a week.
Vegas Unstripped – Sunday April 26 at Palms Pool
30+ top local chefs present original dishes alongside craft cocktails, 6 PM – 9 PM on the pool deck. Tickets at vegasunstripped.com. After-party at Ghostbar.
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Outdoor Activities and Day Trips from Las Vegas in April
April's mild temperatures make it the ideal month for day trips to the natural landmarks surrounding Las Vegas. Palms sits just off I-15 on Flamingo Road with direct freeway access and free parking for easy staging.
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| Refuel | Dim sum at Tim Ho Wan (opens 10 AM) or Send Noodles until 2 AM on weekends |
| Recover | Deep tissue massage at The Spa at Palms |
| Celebrate | Steaks and Social Hour at Scotch 80 Prime, then sunset cocktails at Ghostbar |
Where to Eat and Drink in Las Vegas in April
At Palms Casino Resort, the dining lineup spans fine dining, casual comfort food, an award-winning buffet and some of the best dim sum in the city.
| Scotch 80 Prime | Steakhouse, A5 Wagyu, seafood. Social Hour daily with half-price selections. KAWS and Basquiat art in the dining room. Daily 5 PM – 10 PM. |
| A.Y.C.E. Buffet | Gold Award "Best Buffet" (LVRJ, two years running). Seven stations, 100+ dishes. Lobster and snow crab Wed/Thu, prime rib and snow crab Fri. Brunch daily 9 AM – 2 PM (4 PM Sat/Sun). Dinner hours vary by night. |
| Tim Ho Wan | Michelin-starred dim sum. Shrimp toast with truffle and foie gras, Wagyu bundles, BBQ pork buns. Daily 10 AM – 8 PM (9 PM Fri/Sat). |
| Send Noodles | Asian noodle bowls, Lobster fried rice. James Jean murals throughout the dining room. 11 AM – 12 AM (2 AM Fri/Sat). |
| Serrano Vista Cafe | American comfort food, breakfast through late night. Open 24 hours. |
| Palms Pizza | East Coast-style whole pies and slices. 11:30 AM – 11:30 PM (1 AM Fri/Sat). |
| Quick Bites | Food court: McDonald's, Panda Express, Earl of Sandwich, The Coffee Bean, 604loha Grill. Hours vary by vendor. |
| Ghostbar | Specialty cocktails, 55th-floor views. See Nightlife. Wed – Sat 9 PM – 2 AM. |
| Unknown Bar | Damien Hirst-designed bar with 13-foot tiger shark sculpture. Casino floor hours. |
| Tonic Bar | Relaxed setting just off the gaming floor. Casino floor hours. |
Nightlife in Las Vegas in April
April kicks off high season for Las Vegas nightlife. At Palms, Ghostbar occupies the 55th floor with 360-degree views, an outdoor deck and a cigar-friendly terrace. Named "Best Comeback Nightlife" by Las Vegas Weekly.
Ghostbar in April 2026
Weekly programming includes Skyline Saturdays with guest DJs, ladies' night with complimentary champagne before 11 PM and Wednesday locals' night. Special April events: Bully Ray's Sin City Rooftop Rocker (April 17), Mick Foley (April 15), Saraya podcast taping (April 17), Hardy Party with Jeff Hardy concert (April 18) and the Vegas Unstripped after-party (April 26).
Art, Culture and Iconic Las Vegas Experiences
April visitors can explore cultural attractions city-wide, from the Neon Museum and the Las Vegas Arts District to Meow Wolf's Omega Mart at AREA15. At Palms, guests walk through one of the most significant contemporary art collections in any Las Vegas property at no additional cost.
Where to Stay in Las Vegas in April
Palms Casino Resort offers 766 rooms and suites across two towers with floor-to-ceiling windows and modern furnishings. The resort's signature suites are among the most distinctive accommodations in Las Vegas.
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The first Native American-owned casino resort in Las Vegas, Palms also features a 95,000-square-foot casino, a 17,000-square-foot spa, the 14-screen cinema Brenden Theatres, Palms Place condominiums for extended stays and free self-parking with every reservation.