Best Las Vegas Shows for Kids Under 6 (2026 Guide)

Most big Las Vegas shows set a minimum or recommended age of 5 or 6. WOW - The Vegas Spectacular at Rio is open to all ages and recommended for guests 3 and up, which makes it the easiest big production to book with a preschooler. It runs 90 minutes, starts at 7pm and tickets start at $45.

Age policies compared

• WOW at Rio: open to all ages, recommended 3 and up. 90 minutes, no intermission.
• Blue Man Group at Luxor: recommended 3 and up.
• Tournament of Kings at Excalibur: no minimum age. It is a dinner show.
• "O" at Bellagio and Mystere at Treasure Island: recommended 5 and up.
• The Wizard of Oz at Sphere: intended for guests 6 and up, and every guest needs a ticket.

Confirm the age policy on the ticket page before you buy. Policies can change.

Why WOW works for young kids

WOW has no dialogue. The story is told through acrobatics, aerial acts, dance, comedy, water effects, 3D projections and holograms, so a child who can't follow a plot can still follow the action. The show changes scenes often, which helps with short attention spans.

The 7pm start is early for a Las Vegas show. The 90 minutes end around 8:30pm, so most families are back at the hotel before a late bedtime.

Planning tips for a night with a preschooler

• Arrive 30 to 45 minutes early. Parking at Rio is free, and the walk to the theater takes time with small children.
• There is no intermission. Take a bathroom break right before the show.
• Sit near an aisle if you think someone may need to step out.
• Eat before the show. Dinner after fits the 8:30pm finish.

Which seats

The theater has six seating tiers. Compare them in the seating guide. Tickets start at $45, and the lowest-priced seats sell out first on busy dates.

Dates to book early

Thanksgiving week and Christmas week fill quickly with families. See the Thanksgiving show guide and the Christmas show guide. WOW performs Tuesday through Sunday and is dark on Mondays.

More comparisons

See WOW vs Sphere, shows by hotel and the full list of best family shows in Las Vegas.

Tickets

Check current WOW tickets and showtimes on Ticketmaster. WOW is at Rio Hotel & Casino, 3700 W Flamingo Rd, Las Vegas, NV 89103.

FAQ

What is the youngest age for a Las Vegas show?

It depends on the show. WOW is open to all ages and recommended for guests 3 and up. Tournament of Kings has no minimum age. Many Cirque du Soleil shows recommend 5 and up.

Is WOW good for a 3 year old?

WOW is recommended for guests 3 and up. It has no dialogue, changes scenes often and runs 90 minutes with no intermission, so consider your child's attention span and plan a bathroom break before the show.

What time does WOW end?

WOW starts at 7pm and runs 90 minutes, so it ends around 8:30pm.

Does WOW have an intermission?

No. The show runs 90 minutes straight through.

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