November 2026 is a busy month in Las Vegas. The Formula 1 Grand Prix weekend runs Thursday, November 19 to Saturday, November 21, Thanksgiving is Thursday, November 26, and SEMA and AWS re:Invent fill the first and last weeks. WOW - The Vegas Spectacular at Rio performs Tuesday through Sunday at 7pm all month, including Grand Prix weekend and Thanksgiving Day.

November 2026 dates that affect your trip

• November 3 to 6: SEMA Show (trade only)
• Wednesday, November 11: Veterans Day
• November 19 to 21: Formula 1 Las Vegas Grand Prix weekend
• Thursday, November 26: Thanksgiving Day
• November 30 to December 4: AWS re:Invent

WOW's November schedule

WOW performs Tuesday through Sunday at 7pm, with one show each night. Mondays are dark: November 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30. The show runs 90 minutes with no intermission, so it ends around 8:30pm.

Grand Prix weekend

WOW performs on Thursday, November 19, Friday, November 20, Saturday, November 21 and Sunday, November 22, all at 7pm. Race weekend closes and slows streets around the Strip. Rio is off the Strip on Flamingo Road, and self-parking is free, but leave extra time and check road closures before you drive. Lower-priced seats tend to sell out first on busy dates, so book early.

Thanksgiving week

WOW performs on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 26, at 7pm, and on the weekend after. The holiday show guide covers Christmas and New Year's dates too.

Veterans Day

Veterans Day is Wednesday, November 11. WOW performs that night at 7pm.

Convention weeks and groups

SEMA (November 3 to 6) and AWS re:Invent (November 30 to December 4) bring large groups to Las Vegas. WOW takes group bookings. See the group and corporate bookings page for details.

Why WOW works in a crowded month

• It is open to all ages, recommended for guests 3 and up, so a mixed group can go together.
• It runs 90 minutes with no intermission.
• Tickets start at $45, and the theater has six seating tiers.
• Self-parking at Rio is free.

Compare seat tiers in the seating guide before you book. For other family options, see the list of best family shows in Las Vegas.

Tickets

WOW tickets are sold on Ticketmaster. Check current WOW tickets and showtimes on Ticketmaster.

FAQ

Is WOW performing during the Grand Prix weekend?

Yes. WOW performs Thursday, November 19 through Sunday, November 22 at 7pm.

Is WOW open on Thanksgiving Day?

Yes. Thanksgiving is Thursday, November 26, 2026, and WOW performs at 7pm.

Which November nights is WOW dark?

Mondays: November 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30.

Is WOW good for kids in November?

It is open to all ages and recommended for guests 3 and up. The 7pm start means it ends around 8:30pm.

How long is the show?

90 minutes, with no intermission.

Where do I buy tickets?

On Ticketmaster, the official seller for WOW. Use the ticket link on this site.

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