What to expect
The Las Vegas Pizza Festival returns November 14 at the INDUSTRIAL event space. Its tasting format gives guests unlimited pizza samples from participating chefs during the admission window.
General admission is scheduled for 1–4 p.m. and is open to all ages, with children 5 and younger admitted free. Drinks are available for purchase at a cash bar, and the program also advertises photo opportunities, merchants and interactive activities.
The pizza lineup and the details that affect your afternoon
The festival’s chef roster includes Tony Gemignani of Pizza Rock, John Arena of Metro Pizza and Vincent Rotolo of Good Pie. The announced sampling range includes Detroit, Sicilian and New York styles. Rotolo’s profile specifically highlights Grandma and Detroit pizzas, giving guests an opportunity to compare pan-baked approaches with other slices available across the event.
The roster also lists Above the Crust’s Nick Barkin, chefs Anthony and Ralph Pota, Custom Pizza Truck’s Bart Wawrzyszak and Double Zero Pie & Pub’s Erica Bell. It reaches beyond central Las Vegas: Chris Battiste represents MiaAva East Coast Pizza in Pahrump. The organizer notes that participating chefs and restaurants may change, so these are announced participants rather than a promise of a particular slice at a particular booth.
All ticket types include pizza samples, but the festival does not permit takeaway boxes or food containers brought from home. The sampling offer is for eating at the event. Outside food and drinks are also prohibited, and large bags or backpacks are not allowed; small bags are subject to inspection.
The venue is at 2330 Industrial Road. Parking is limited, and organizers recommend rideshare. Their FAQ lists free off-site parking at 221 West Wyoming Avenue, with vehicles required to leave that lot by 4:45 p.m. The published rule leaves only a short interval after the festival closes, so drivers should account for the walk back to their cars.
The FAQ describes the indoor and outdoor areas as wheelchair accessible, while noting some outdoor cable ramps. It says the event operates rain or shine, with changes possible for severe weather. The venue is cashless, pets are not allowed, and ticket sales at the door depend on the event not selling out. The organizer’s stated ticket policy does not offer refunds.
Plan your visit
VIP admission starts at noon and is restricted to guests 21 and older. Its listed benefits include a dedicated lounge, additional food and complimentary alcoholic beverages, as well as the earlier entry.
The organizer lists multiple price tiers, with some already sold out. The reviewed page showed a $82 general-admission tier and a later $92 tier, including taxes and service fees. Verify the active tier before paying. A VIP ticket’s inclusions should not be assumed to apply to general admission.
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