Get your (prop) gun—and learn to spin it—at Western Stage Props
Need a new act? Stop by Western Stage Props for all the equipment, accessories and educational materials necessary to try your hand at trick roping, whip-cracking, knife and tomahawk throwing, gun spinning… even trick riding. (Horse not included.)
Toast a ghost at the Pioneer Saloon
Built in 1913, the delightfully ramshackle Pioneer Saloon is a longtime favorite location for Old West movie and TV shoots. But it was a different type of shoot, one that left bullet holes in the walls and an apparition roaming about, that continues to draw history buffs and ghost hunters in droves.
Ride the bull at Gilley’s Saloon, Dance Hall & BBQ
If you’ve ever thought time moves too slowly, you’ve never tried to go eight seconds on a buckin’ bronc. While in Vegas, there’s no better (or safer) place to try it than the legendary Gilley’s Saloon. Bull rides from 11am-2am daily, $10 per ride.
Line dance with a drag queen at Charlie’s Las Vegas
Free line dancing lessons aren’t all that hard to find. Free line dancing lessons followed by a drag show? Now we’re talking. As their slogan says, there’s no better place in Vegas to “drink, dance and play... the cowboy way.” Line dancing lessons every Saturday at 7pm, free.
Unwind at Canyon Ranch spa + fitness
Ready for a break? Escape the sensory overload of the Strip for the blissful environs of Canyon Ranch spa + fitness center. There may not be much (or any) livestock to speak of, but after a few days in Vegas, there’s no better place to unwind.
You’ve traveled at the speed of light through outer space. Now feel the thrill of being behind the wheel of the car of your dreams at Las Vegas Motor Speedway with Dream Racing, the 5 star driving experience. Choose from the world’s largest selection of super cars and GT race cars and put your skills to the test on their 1.2 mile, 9 turn road course. This experience includes full race training, simulator sessions and free transportation from The Strip.
