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In the Las Vegas Valley, there are fleeting moments between seasons when the weather invites you to step outside without the threat of sweat soaking your shirt. It’s a golden window open just long enough to swap your jacket for a cardigan.
So before the sun turns from friend to blazing foe, it’s time to claim a spot on one of the city’s best patios. These are four places where you can stretch out, kick back and indulge in whatever you’re in the mood for—whether it’s a quick lunch, pregame, or an evening of craft cocktails.
Happy Camper
As locals, we tend to do what we can to avoid taking a trip to the Strip, but Happy Camper makes the journey worth it for the food alone. Situated outside the Fashion Show mall on Las Vegas Boulevard, this patio is vintage camp-themed with a twist. Multiple disco balls adorn the space, creating an adult playground that’ll make you feel like a kid again, but with adult money. At all hours of the day and night people come for the TikTok-worthy Chambongs, shots of Giuliana prosecco served in an angled flute meant for immediate drinkage. There’s also a stellar selection of pizzas and “Happy-tizers” like whipped feta topped with sweet honey and pistachios, served with warm pita and crostini. The oversized fries will have all your homies eyeing the last one. 3200 Las Vegas Blvd., happycamper.pizza. Mon.-Thu., 11 a.m.-11 p.m.; Fri.-Sat., 9 a.m.-midnight; Sun., 9 a.m.-11 p.m.
Bel-Aire Backyard
If you’ve ever daydreamed of Palm Springs but didn’t want to make the trek, Bel-Aire Backyard brings that desert oasis straight to the southwest Valley. Admission starts at $30, a fair price to be transported to a patio paradise. Forget you’re in Vegas as you sip cocktails by the pool, lounge on daybeds and let the spring air work its magic. And it’s only getting better: Just in time for summer, Bel-Aire Backyard has announced its poolside concert series, offering the ultimate dayclub fix without having to leave the neighborhood, plus menus featuring fresh fruit plates, sushi rolls, boozy tropical sips, freshly muddled mojitos and more. You might find yourself losing track of time—and who would blame you? Durango Casino, belairebackyardlv.com. Daily, 10 a.m. to sunset.
Velveteen Rabbit
Walk past the deep-hued velvet furniture, candlelit tables and flower arrangements at Velveteen Rabbit, and you’ll find a patio that’s more wonderland than bar scene. Pink glittering floors, a floral mural and pastel umbrellas create a world like a daydream. Over time, this cocktail and beer bar has become a popular location for its atmosphere and innovative beverages. The seasonal menu leaves you to choose your own adventure. If you don’t know where to begin, house cocktails like the Hibiscus Paloma and Repo Espresso Martini are solid starts. This is the perfect place to stop and indulge for a ladies’ night or first date.1218 S. Main St., velveteenrabbitlv.com. Sun.-Thu., 5 p.m.-midnight; Fri.-Sat., 5 p.m.-2 a.m.
Park on Fremont
Park on Fremont
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What’s better than one patio? Two! Park on Fremont’s front and back are the perfect place for a midday birthday gathering, and we’re speaking from experience. Both spaces are lush with trees, plants and flowers, a variety of seating arrangements, wood accents and tile-topped tables—truly a garden gnome’s dream. During these warming months, it’s the ideal place to pop in and enjoy some pub bites and sips. Sit back and chow down on toasted chili arbol chicken wings and made-to-order truffle fries while the in-house DJ moves you with a selection of fresh and retro jams. The vibe shifts after sunset with a rotating mix of vinyl DJ nights and indie-pop dance parties, along with other special events. 506 Fremont St., parkonfremont.com. Mon.-Thu., 5-10 p.m.; Fri.-Sun., 11 a.m.-10 p.m.
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