Child’s Play

Finding fun for kids in an adult playground

Over the years, Las Vegas has transformed from a city of sin into a family destination and back again. But fear not, parents, there are still plenty of things for kids to see and do.

This page: Excalibur’s “Tournament of Kings”

For travelers with young ones, the best place to stay and play is Circus Circus (702.734.0410). Not only does the resort feature its own five-acre indoor theme park, the Adventuredome, it also houses a massive midway sure to keep visitors of all ages entertained. While you’re at the big top, be sure to check out the resort’s newest attraction, the Chuck Jones Experience.

At this tribute to the legendary animator and his timeless work, visitors can get an up-close view of some of Jones’ most beloved characters, like Bugs Bunny and Daffy Duck.

Looking for something to get little hearts pumping? Pole Position Raceway (702.227.7223), an indoor karting track with locations near the Palms and in Summerlin, offers highperformance European karts that reach speeds of up to 45 miles per hour. Junior karts are available for kids, so riders only need to be 48 inches tall to race on the quarter-mile course.

One of the city’s longest-running family-friendly productions is Excalibur’s “Tournament of Kings” (702.597.7600). The jousting dinner show comes complete with a tasty three-course feast. Not only will kids love pounding on the table as they cheer for their king, but they’ll love eating their meal with their fingers, as no utensils are provided. After all, what kid doesn’t like to play with his food?