Family-friendly events to check out in Las Vegas this week
Believe it or not, there are still people out there who think everyone in Las Vegas lives in hotels and we’re just a city of casinos, but millions of families have been raised in Southern Nevada. With unique attractions, parks, events and classic happenings you can find in other cities, there’s always something to do with the kids. Check out our listings of what’s family friendly in Las Vegas this week.
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South Point Car & Truck Show
Presented by Nostalgia Street Rods, the annual Speedway Children’s Charities event will be 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday in the South Point Exhibit Hall, free admission. southpointarena.com
Music on the Mountain
Lee Canyon’s free summer concert series features Americana, country and blues by Red Eye Gin 1-5 p.m. Saturday on the Rabbit Peak outdoor stage. Gates open at 9 a.m. leecanyonlv.com
Celebrating Art
Discovery Children’s Museum celebrates art appreciation month with a day of hands-on activities, story time, music, creative art activations and more, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday at 360 Promenade Place, $15-$20. discoverykidslv.org
Station 81 Open House
Meet the firefighters at Henderson’s Station 81 during an open house where attendees can check out firefighting equipment, tour the station, learn how to help in an emergency and see a CPR demonstration, 10-11 a.m. Saturday at 1600 S. Boulder Highway, Henderson, free.
Paint the Town Fun
Downtown Container Park features a balloon artist and face painter 5-8 p.m. Sunday at 707 Fremont St. downtowncontainerpark.com
Jam Session
Musicians 16 and older can bring their instruments and join an open jam session 1-3 p.m. Saturdays from Aug. 23 through Sept. 27 at Silverado Ranch Community Center, 9855 Gilespie St., free. clarkcountynv.gov/parksregistration
Sunday Family Crafts
Families are invited to create a different craft every week from 10 a.m. to 5:45 p.m. Sundays at Rainbow Library, 3150 N. Buffalo Drive, free. thelibrarydistrict.org
Monster Jam Freestyle Mania
Monster Jam trucks team up with freestyle motocross bikes to deliver gravity-defying skills and thrills and more, 7 p.m. Friday, 1 and 7 p.m. Saturday and 1 p.m. Sunday at the Thomas & Mack Center, tickets start at $20 (25 percent off on select tickets with code 25OFF). unlvtickets.com
Star Trek Convention
This year’s convention celebrates 30 years of “Voyager” and features more than 100 celebrity guests, autographs, Q&A panels, photo-ops, vendors and more, Wednesday through Aug. 10 at the Rio, general admission single-day tickets start at $50-$65. creationent.com
All-Participant Skate
Families and all ages can ice skate for free 4-6 p.m. Sunday at the America First Center, 222 Water St., Henderson. Skate rentals are $3. Limited to the first 200 people. hendersonhappenings.com
ComedySportz
The all-ages comedy show features teams of professional improvisers battling for points awarded by the audience at 7 p.m. Saturday at Mom’s Basement Theatre, 3441 W. Sahara Ave., $12.30-$15. cszlasvegas.com
Dive-In Movie Night
Featuring the film “Moana 2” at 5 p.m. Aug. 9 at the Pavilion Center Pool, 101 S. Pavilion Center Drive, $4. lasvegasnevada.gov/discover; 702-229-1488
Paws, Pup Cups & Booties Pet Event
Families can join Ward 2 Councilwoman Victoria Seaman and the officers of the National Latino Peace Officers Association 9-10 a.m. Saturday at Kellogg Zaher Dog Park, 7601 W. Washington Ave. Free dog booties and dog treats will be provided while supplies last. lasvegasnevada.gov/discover
Splashtastic Inflatable Fun
Featuring inflatable fun, music and swimming, 2:30-3:30 p.m. Aug. 8 at the Pavilion Center Pool, 101 S. Pavilion Center Drive, $4. lasvegasnevada.gov/discover
Dive In Movies
The Cosmopolitan’s summer movie series features “Lilo & Stitch” at 8 p.m. Monday on the 65-foot digital marquee at the Boulevard Pool. Doors open at 6:15 p.m. General admission is $15 for non-hotel guests and $10 for locals with valid ID. Premium daybed and cabana reservations are available for purchase. cosmopolitanlasvegas.com
Tortoise Craft
Learn about the Mojave Desert tortoise and create a tortoise craft anytime between 1-3 p.m. Sunday at Ice Age Fossils State Park, 8660 N. Decatur Blvd. There is a $3 entry fee to the park (ages 12 and younger are free). No reservations are required. parks.nv.gov/events/tortoise-craft