Las Vegas Thanksgiving Show 2026: WOW at Rio
WOW - The Vegas Spectacular at Rio performs on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 26, 2026, at 7pm. It also performs Black Friday, November 27, and the whole weekend after. Tickets start at $45 on Ticketmaster. The show is open to all ages, recommended for guests 3 and up, and runs 90 minutes with no intermission.
WOW dates for Thanksgiving week
- Monday, November 23: dark
- Tuesday, November 24 to Sunday, November 29: 7pm every night, including Thanksgiving Day (Thursday, November 26) and Black Friday (Friday, November 27)
- Monday, November 30 (Cyber Monday): dark
WOW is dark every Monday, so Cyber Monday has no show. The next performance is Tuesday, December 1.
Why WOW works for Thanksgiving Day
WOW performs on Thanksgiving Day like any other night it is open. The 7pm start leaves room for a late-afternoon dinner, and the show ends around 8:30pm, so the evening stays open for dessert or a drive back.
The theater has about 650 seats in six tiers. A group of grandparents, parents and kids can sit together, and nobody needs to follow dialogue. The acts are acrobatics, aerial work, water effects, comedy and dance.
A simple plan for Thanksgiving night
- Eat dinner by 5pm.
- Leave for Rio by 6pm. Self-parking is free, and Rio is off the Strip on Flamingo Road.
- Be in your seats 30 to 45 minutes before 7pm.
- The show ends about 8:30pm.
Thanksgiving weekend
Black Friday and Saturday, November 28 are the busiest nights of the week, and lower-priced seats sell first. If you are bringing a group, compare tiers in the WOW seating guide or email info@shows-pro.com for group bookings.
The November calendar, including Formula 1 weekend and convention weeks, is in the November 2026 guide. Christmas and New Year dates are in the holiday show guide.
Check current WOW tickets and showtimes on Ticketmaster.
FAQ
Is WOW open on Thanksgiving Day?
Yes. Thanksgiving is Thursday, November 26, 2026, and WOW performs at 7pm.
Is WOW open on Black Friday?
Yes. WOW performs Friday, November 27 at 7pm.
Is WOW open on Cyber Monday?
No. WOW is dark on Mondays, including Monday, November 30.
What time should we eat before the show?
Plan dinner to finish by about 5pm, then leave for Rio by 6pm. The show starts at 7pm.
Are there Thanksgiving ticket deals?
Prices are set on Ticketmaster and change by date and seat. Tickets start at $45. Check the full price with fees before you buy.
Where do I buy WOW tickets?
On Ticketmaster, the only ticket seller for WOW. Use the ticket link on this site.
How long is WOW?
90 minutes with no intermission. A 7pm start means it ends around 8:30pm.
Is WOW good for kids?
Yes. WOW is open to all ages and recommended for guests 3 and up.
Where is WOW?
At Rio Hotel & Casino, 3700 W Flamingo Rd, Las Vegas, NV 89103. Self-parking is free.
