Awakening Closing Oct 10, 2026: What to See Next in Las Vegas

Awakening's final performances at Wynn are scheduled through October 10, 2026. If your trip falls after that date, or you simply want another big visual show while you're in town, here are practical options that are still booking.

Quick facts

If you were considering Awakening

Shows like Awakening, honestly matched

Awakening is built around immersive tech staging, large-scale visuals, puppetry and illusion inside a purpose-built theater. Guests who liked that feeling often still enjoy a few different things: high visual density (WOW, Cirque productions, or the Sphere's immersive format, which is a different kind of experience), family-appropriate spectacle (WOW, Mystere, Blue Man Group), or water as a centerpiece (O or WOW). No show is a copy of Awakening, and that is fine. The goal is a memorable night that fits your dates, ages and budget.

Why WOW is a practical post-close booking

WOW performs on a regular weekly schedule at Rio; confirm the live calendar for your date. The show is visual-first: water, acrobatics, aerial work, comedy and projections, which works well for mixed ages and international guests. WOW has won Best Acrobatic Show gold at the Best of Las Vegas awards in both 2024 and 2025, has drawn more than 2.5 million guests, and has performed over 3,000 shows since 2017. Tickets are commonly available from about $45 before fees, though prices vary by date and should be confirmed at checkout. Rio offers free self-parking. Booking preferred seats ahead of time is worth doing before a date sells through the lower tiers.

Plan your night at WOW

Address: Rio Hotel & Casino, 3700 W Flamingo Rd, Las Vegas, NV 89103. Runtime: about 90 minutes. Typical schedule: Tuesday through Sunday, dark Monday, 7pm Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday/Sunday, 6pm Friday/Saturday; confirm on the ticket calendar for your date. Arrive 30 to 45 minutes early. Ages: all ages, recommended 3 and up.

Timeline

Now through October 10, 2026: Awakening's final window, with other spectacles also booking. October 11, 2026 through the 2027 premiere: the Wynn theater sits between productions while demand shifts to other shows in the meantime.

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FAQ

When does Awakening close in Las Vegas?

Awakening's final performance at Wynn Las Vegas is scheduled for October 10, 2026. Confirm any last-minute schedule changes on the official Wynn entertainment page.

Is Awakening still open?

Yes, through its published final date of October 10, 2026. After that date, the production is not scheduled to continue. Wynn has said a new production is planned for the theater in 2027.

What should I see after Awakening closes?

Choose based on what you wanted from the night. For water effects with acrobatics and variety pacing at Rio, many families and first-timers book WOW – The Vegas Spectacular. For Cirque aquatic prestige, consider O at Bellagio. For classic Cirque, Mystere. For percussion-comedy, Blue Man Group.

Is there a family water show still running in Las Vegas?

Yes. O by Cirque du Soleil is the major aquatic Cirque production. WOW at Rio features water walls and water-stage elements inside a family-friendly acrobatic spectacular and remains on sale.

Does WOW replace Awakening?

No. They are different productions in different theaters. WOW is a long-running water-and-acrobatics show at the Rio. Awakening was a Wynn-exclusive immersive spectacle ending its run on October 10, 2026. This page exists to help travelers plan, not to claim a replacement.

What ages is WOW appropriate for?

WOW is open to all ages and recommended for guests 3 and up. Always verify the age policy on the live ticket page before purchase.

Where do I buy WOW tickets?

WOW tickets are sold through Ticketmaster. Prefer official partners so seat location and fees are clear at checkout.

Was Awakening the same as Le Reve?

No. Le Reve was Wynn's earlier aquatic show and closed in 2020. Awakening later opened in the reconfigured theater in 2022 as a different, non-aquatic immersive production. Wynn has announced another new production for 2027 after Awakening's close.

Ready for a water-and-acrobatics night that's still on the calendar?

Prices, showtimes and age policies can change. Confirm at checkout.

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