The Punk Rock Museum is a 12,000-square-foot shrine to punk history in Las Vegas’s Arts District, founded by NOFX’s “Fat Mike” Burkett and opened in April 2023.
This guide was updated in August 2026. General admission is now $49.99 — up from the $39 rate the museum itself charged when it first opened, and still quoted by some older listings. You can book your admission ticket in advance through Viator.
Quick facts
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Address | 1422 Western Ave, Las Vegas, NV 89102 |
| Hours (Mon) | 11am–5pm |
| Hours (Tue–Thu) | 1pm–6pm |
| Hours (Fri–Sat) | 12pm–7pm |
| Hours (Sun) | 12pm–6pm |
| General admission (adult) | $49.99 |
| Children under 4 | Free |
| Nearest transport | Rideshare recommended; limited on-site parking |
| Typical visit duration | 1.5–2.5 hours |
Why book Punk Rock Museum tickets?
- 🏛️ Real artifacts, not replicas: Debbie Harry’s Vultures shirt, Johnny Thunders’ 1959 guitar, and the molds for the original Devo helmets are all on display.
- 🎟️ Prices recently updated: General admission is $49.99, up from the $39 rate the museum charged at opening.
- 🌿 Play the actual instruments: The Jam Room lets visitors plug into amps used by Rise Against, NOFX, Pennywise, and more.
- 📜 Celebrity-led guided tours: Past and upcoming tour guides have included members of Queens of the Stone Age, Against Me!, and Less Than Jake.
- 💰 Free admission on your birthday: Just bring a valid ID.
Punk Rock Museum opening hours
Hours vary through the week: Monday, 11am to 5pm; Tuesday through Thursday, 1pm to 6pm; Friday and Saturday, 12pm to 7pm; and Sunday, 12pm to 6pm. The museum is closed on Thanksgiving and Christmas.
Punk Rock Museum ticket prices
General admission is self-guided; a separate ticket covers the celebrity-led Guided Tour.
| Ticket type | Price |
|---|---|
| General admission, adult | $49.99 |
| Guided Tour | $100.00 |
| Child (4–12) | $19.50 |
| Children under 4 | Free |
| Military | $29.25 |
| Locals Discount (Mon–Thu, valid Las Vegas ID required) | $24.99 |
Admission is free on your birthday with valid ID. Same-day tickets can be exchanged for a different, non-sold-out time slot, though past-date tickets aren’t refundable. Book in advance through Viator to lock in your time slot.
How to get to the Punk Rock Museum
The museum is at 1422 Western Ave, between the Arts District and I-15, just minutes from the Strip. Parking on-site is limited, so the museum itself recommends rideshare, with pickup and drop-off in its own parking lot.
Parking at the Punk Rock Museum
On-site parking is limited; rideshare is strongly recommended instead.
How long to spend at the Punk Rock Museum
Most visitors spend 1.5 to 2.5 hours, longer if lingering in the Jam Room or catching a live set in the Pennywise Garage.
Accessibility at the Punk Rock Museum
The Punk Rock Museum is ADA compliant. Disabled parking sits in front of the entrance, and the front entrance itself is the ADA-accessible entry point. There’s no elevator, but a stair lift is available. Two ADA restrooms are on the first floor, with one gender-neutral ADA restroom on the second. ASL assistance can be arranged with one week’s notice, and the museum can adjust its flashing lights and loud music by request. Only registered service animals are permitted; wheelchair rental isn’t available on-site.
What to see at the Punk Rock Museum
The Punk Rock Museum has a tighter focus than many US music museums, such as the Rock N Roll Hall of Fame in Cleveland and Grammy Museum in Los Angeles.
The Jam Room lets visitors play real guitars and basses used by artists from Rise Against, NOFX, Pennywise, Sick of It All, Strung Out, and more, plugged into the actual amps the bands toured with.
The artifact collection includes Debbie Harry’s Vultures shirt, Johnny Thunders’ 1959 guitar, the original molds for the Devo helmets, the chainsaw Sum 41 used to open shows on their Does This Look Infected? tour, and a full stage outfit from the Interrupters’ Aimee Allen.
The Pennywise Garage hosts impromptu live performances throughout the week.
The Three Star Punk Bar serves specialty cocktails inspired by punk culture, and doubles as a spot to relax between exhibits.
The Shop, the museum’s in-house tattoo parlor, and the Punk Rock wedding chapel round out the “beyond the museum” offerings, alongside Vinyl Threat, the museum’s own record store.
Practical visitor tips
| Tip | Detail |
|---|---|
| Catch the free tour guide | A local punk guide leads free tours every Monday and Wednesday with general admission. |
| Splurge on the celebrity Guided Tour | Past guides have included members of Queens of the Stone Age, Against Me!, and Less Than Jake. |
| Bring a valid Las Vegas ID for the Locals Discount | Available Monday through Thursday only. |
| Visit on your birthday | Admission is free with valid ID. |
| Use rideshare | On-site parking is limited; pickup and drop-off is in the museum’s own lot. |
Punk Rock Museum FAQ
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What are the opening hours? | Monday 11am–5pm, Tuesday–Thursday 1pm–6pm, Friday–Saturday 12pm–7pm, Sunday 12pm–6pm; closed Thanksgiving and Christmas. |
| How much does admission cost? | General admission is $49.99, with discounts for children, military, locals (Mon–Thu), and free entry on your birthday. |
| Is it wheelchair accessible? | Yes, ADA compliant, though there’s no elevator — a stair lift is available instead. |
| Is parking available? | Parking is limited on-site, so rideshare is strongly recommended. |
| Can I actually play the instruments? | Yes, the Jam Room lets you play real guitars and basses used by bands like Rise Against, NOFX, and Pennywise. |
Things to do near the Punk Rock Museum
The Las Vegas Arts District, right outside the museum’s door, is packed with galleries, vintage shops, and street art worth an afternoon of wandering.
The Neon Museum, a short drive away, preserves the city’s iconic vintage signage in an outdoor “boneyard.”
Downtown Las Vegas and the Fremont Street Experience, also nearby, offer a covered pedestrian mall with a massive video canopy.
The Stratosphere Tower, a bit further north, offers panoramic Strip views and thrill rides at the top.
The 18b Arts District’s First Friday event, held monthly, turns the surrounding streets into an open-air arts festival.
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