Las Vegas Kids Events This Weekend (Jan 31-1)

Jan 31-1Last updated: Jan 26, 2026

Forget the Strip tourist traps! We dug up the local secrets for this weekend (Jan 31 - Feb 1). Don't miss building competitions in Henderson or making Ice Age puppets at Red Rock Canyon!

Best Free

Paper Bag Puppets (JR Ranger Program)

Visitor Center

Craft Ice Age animal puppets for free in the stunning Red Rock Canyon area!

Rainy Day Sorted

NAWIC Block Kids Event

N/A

A hands-on building challenge perfect for elementary-aged kids to flex their construction creativity.

Best for Little Kids

Paper Bag Puppets (JR Ranger Program)

Visitor Center

Drop-in craft session using simple materials to make fun animal puppets.

5 events this weekend

· January 31

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PAPER BAG PUPPETS (JR RANGER PROGRAM)FREE : Head out to Red Rock for this drop-in program! You get to use paper bags and craft supplies to build a cool Ice Age animal puppet. Super easy and fun for the little ones.It’s a free, hands-on craft activity happening right near Red Rock Canyon—perfect for engaging young kids before or after a morning hike.

📍Visitor Center, Red Rock Canyon (Suburb)· 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM · Young children (3-8 implied) · Free

NAWIC BLOCK KIDS EVENT : Your older kids can join a hands-on building competition here! It's a great way to challenge their engineering skills while learning about construction careers. Only five bucks to jump in!This is a specific, community-focused building challenge ideal for elementary kids that you won't see advertised everywhere.

📍N/A, Henderson (Suburb)· 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM · Elementary school students (approx. 5-11) · $5.00

LAS VEGAS FARMER'S MARKET AT DOWNTOWN SUMMERLINFREE : Start your Saturday morning right by hitting up the Summerlin Farmer's Market! Grab some fresh local produce and enjoy the lively atmosphere. Free entry too!A classic, casual Saturday morning activity for the whole family that supports local vendors.

📍N/A, Summerlin· 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM · All Ages · Free

CHICKA CHICKA BOOM BOOM: THE MUSICAL : If you have littles obsessed with the classic book, this musical is on Saturday afternoon! It sounds super energetic with puppets and vibrant songs.While on the Strip, this production is clearly geared toward the young children's book crowd (ages 3-8), making it a targeted family outing.

📍N/A, The Strip (Inferred)· 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM · All Ages (Likely best for 3-8) · $22

· February 1

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DISCOVERY CHILDREN'S MUSEUM VISIT : Sunday plans! Head downtown to the museum—kids can tackle the 70-foot Summit tower for climbing and science exploration. Great indoor option!A major hands-on experience, focusing on the massive climbing structure, which beats staring at static displays.

📍N/A, Downtown· See website for times · 3-12 years · Ticketed

Frequently Asked Questions

What free kids events are on in Las Vegas this weekend?

This weekend (Jan 31 - Feb 1) you can hit the Las Vegas Farmer's Market at Downtown Summerlin for free browsing on Saturday morning, or join the free Paper Bag Puppets craft session at Red Rock Canyon.

Where can my elementary-aged kids do a hands-on activity this Saturday?

Check out the NAWIC Block Kids Event in Henderson on Saturday (Jan 31) from 10 AM to 2 PM. It’s a structured, hands-on building competition perfect for ages 5-11.

We need an indoor activity for Sunday that isn't a major theme park. What are the options?

For an engaging indoor experience on Sunday (Feb 1), we recommend checking out the Discovery Children's Museum Downtown, which features a huge 70-foot climbing tower for science fun.