Home + History Festival 2026: Discover Southern Nevada’s Heritage

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Vegas Then. Vegas Now. Discover the stories that built Las Vegas. Experience Southern Nevada’s rich heritage through immersive tours, expert-led programs, and authentic storytelling. The Home + History Las Vegas festival 2026 brings visitors closer than ever to the architectural and cultural past of Southern Nevada.
LAS VEGASHome + History Las Vegas, the region’s premier heritage tourism festival presented by the Nevada Preservation Foundation (NPF), returns for its 11th year April 16–19, 2026. The Home + History Las Vegas festival 2026 continues to grow as one of the valley’s most anticipated cultural events.
Building on a decade of celebrating the valley’s architectural legacy, the four-day Home + History Las Vegas festival 2026 showcases more than 40 curated experiences led by historians and preservation experts.

A Celebration of Southern Nevada’s Historic Roots

From guided tours and workshops to scenic drives, receptions, and speaker presentations, the festival highlights how Las Vegas transformed from a railroad town into a world-famous city. This year, the Home + History Las Vegas festival 2026 expands its focus on immersive storytelling and preservation education.
“As we enter our second decade, we’re seeing firsthand how powerful it is to connect people to the places and stories that shape our community,” said Dr. Paige Figanbaum, NPF Executive Director.

NEW FOR 2026: Preview Weekend with Atomic Ranch

NPF partners with Atomic Ranch to debut Viva Mod Vegas, an exclusive preview event January 24–25, 2026. Experiences include:

  • Guided bike tours of Paradise Palms
  • A vintage Ring-A-Ding Ball cocktail soirée
  • A mid-century home tour featuring Palmer & Krisel designs
    This weekend also launches NPF’s new membership tiers, including a Home + History package with year-round access to heritage programming.

NEW: Culinary Kickoff Event

On April 15, the festival opens with an intimate culinary event featuring:

  • Chef James Trees (Esther’s Kitchen, High Steaks)
  • Chef Todd Harrington (Get Fresh)

Festival Highlights & Returning Favorites

Of Scotsmen + Mayors Tour

Walk the tree-lined Scotch 80s neighborhood and explore its mix of mid-century and Colonial Revival architecture.

Coffee & Cruising Bike Tour

Ride through downtown’s evolving landscape, including vintage motels and Lawyer’s Row.

Historic Henderson Bus Tour

Gain rare access to the original Basic Magnesium, Inc. plant and explore the historic Water Street District.

Preservation 101

Learn how historic designation works at national, state, and local levels.

Vintage Vegas Home Tour

A self-guided tour of restored and original homes across multiple eras with a stop at the historic Mesquite Club.

Tickets & Information

Tickets start at $35. More events will be announced soon at nevadapreservation.org.

About the Nevada Preservation Foundation

Founded in 2014, the Nevada Preservation Foundation (NPF) is dedicated to preserving Nevada’s architectural heritage through education, advocacy, and heritage tourism experiences. Its mission helps ensure that the stories and structures defining Southern Nevada remain vibrant for future generations.

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