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Off-the-clock activities to do in Vegas during CES 2023

By Kristin Scharkey

Heading to Vegas next month? There's a lot happening in addition to CES 2023.

Heading to Vegas next month? There's a lot happening in addition to CES 2023.

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We’re just a few weeks away from CES 2023, the preeminent technology event that will feature exhibitors from Amazon to Google. The upcoming show, taking place Jan 5-8, 2023, in Las Vegas, is sure to impress with 50% more space for its signature showcase — plus speakers including Instacart CMO Laura Jones and Carlos Tavares, the CEO of automaker Stellantis. 

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Odds are, you’ve booked your hotel and flight through your company portal. And you’re probably expensing your meals. But if you’re looking for off-the-clock activities (or still need a cheap spot to stay for the Consumer Technology Association’s event), we’ve got you covered. 

Here, the best activities happening in Vegas during CES 2023:

America's Got Talent Las Vegas Live

There are three show times at 6, 7 and 8:30 p.m. five nights a week for this showcase of the hit TV show's past winners and fan favorites.

Blue Man Group

Experience the musicianship and production that's become synonymous with Vegas show businesses. The group performs nightly at 8 p.m. plus select other dates and times.

Cirque du Soleil

This acrobatic circus is on display with different shows at the Bellagio and MGM Grand. At the former, you can book tickets Wednesday through Sunday nights; tickets are still available for the MGM Grand shows Jan. 7-9.

David Copperfield

Magician and master illusionist David Copperfield takes to the MGM Grand stage twice nightly plus a 4 p.m. show on Saturdays.  

Madame Tussauds

You can grab general admission tickets to this iconic wax museum, or add on a special 4-D Marvel movie experience during your tour. You'll see more than 80 celebrity figures in eight interactive rooms.

‘World’s largest hot tub party’ 

Circa Resort & Casino is home to a rooftop "pool ampitheater" and is hosting the "world's largest hot tub party" on Jan. 6. The pools will be heated from 4 to 9 p.m., and guest are encouraged to wear their throwback ski gear for a silent disco, DJ sets and more.

Kristin Scharkey is the travel commerce editor at Hearst Newspapers. Born and raised in California, she can often be found somewhere between palm trees and cactuses, continuing to discover the beauty of the Golden State and beyond. Reach her at kristin.scharkey@hearst.com.