Heroes, Villains and Late Nights: Your Guide to Vegas in October 2026

It’s time to celebrate the witching hour during its favorite month of the year. Las Vegas comes alive in the nighttime, where this 24-hour destination encourages sweet and scary whimsy during Halloween and October festivities.

The best way to celebrate this haute holiday is at Drai’s After Hours. While The Vanderpump Hotel brings sweet elegance to the forefront up above, Drai’s lies below the fray, beckoning beautiful visitors in with promises of fun and grandeur. Enjoy award-winning entertainment, sexy decor and exclusive amenities that are only possible in spaces that stay awake until sunrise, after these scary-good events, of course.

Halloween

The calendar is working in the favor of the people. Halloween falls on a Saturday this year, meaning the late-night parties will be wild and abundant. Costume bashes and haunted events will take over the city, encouraging the festive fun to emerge on October 31.

Don’t let the fright nights stop when the Halloween party ends. Drai’s After Hours will be ready and waiting with spine-chilling fun in the form of a costume party that captures two sides of the spirit. The Heroes vs. Villains party starts at 1 a.m. as Halloween night turns into Sunday, November 1, and encourages guests to arrive dressed as their favorite hero or villain to enjoy bottle service, hookah, DJs and more.

Metallica

Heavy metal music is always in season, especially during the high-energy fun of Halloweentime. Metallica will take over the Sphere starting in October, with several shows spanning the month as a part of the 24-show residency lasting well into 2027.

Looking to keep rock ‘n’ roll alive into the break of dawn? Stop by Drai’s After Hours after a show, on Halloween night and beyond. Drai’s After Hours makes for the perfect post-concert pit stop, to extend the Life Burns Faster fun well into the next morning.

VGK Season

The boys in the gold and black are back on the ice and in full swing for the season. The Vegas Golden Knights are set to take on a full roster of opponents all month long, with weekly home games for optimal fanfare.

T-Mobile Arena is only a short drive away, making Drai’s the perfect spot to visit for After Hours. Celebrate wins and commiserate losses at the iconic late-night party spot. If you’re lucky, the players might choose to make a visit after the game, making every visit a worthy prospect for this event.

Haute Happenings Around Sin City

Tricks and treats look different for every nightlife warrior that goes out in Las Vegas. Check out additional events and festivities that make Las Vegas a true Halloweentown, with returning seasonal favorites, year-round institutions and special guests adding to the schedule.

Sin City Halloween Ball

The Sin City Halloween Ball has reached legend status in the desert party scene. Once again, Virgin Hotels will host the wildest costume party Las Vegas offers each year. Now in its 30th year in the city, the delights that await include onstage performances, DJs, costumes and events that capture the spooky spirit. This year’s theme is Lost Vegas Wasteland, a dystopian theme that’s perfect for playing with costume ideas.

No matter the theme of the night for a Halloween bash, the sophistication and fun of an After Hours adventure awaits at Drai’s. Head over at 1 a.m. to keep the night going with a sexy nightcap or music fest.

Charli xcx

Music acts always drive the entertainment scene in Sin City. Charli xcx got her start on Myspace and is now dominating the world stages. This ever-trending artist will head to MGM Grand Garden Arena on Friday, October 23 for an early 8 p.m. showtime, perfect for grabbing a late-night drink or dinner after the performance.

Close out a concert night with an After Hours adventure. Live music mixes up each week, from Latin nights to industry-specific events that provide entertainment to the hardworking locals of Las Vegas.

Reserve Drai’s After Hours

Holiday weekends are only part of the fun. End the week and start the weekend at Drai’s After Hours, where creative calamity rages on until the sun rises on a new day. Luxury drinks, cozy seating and an exclusive social setting promise fun with every hour, and no closing time means no limit on the possibilities for memories and fun. Reserve Drai’s After Hours for a sexy outing for couples, friends and parties.