We’re Not the Only Cool Sh*t at AREA15

While there’s plenty to be excited about at Meow Wolf’s Omega Mart, we’re not the only cool thing AREA15 has to offer.

August 30, 2022

a large black and white skull in a hallway with purple and blue lights

giant skull sculpture inside AREA15 with blue glow all around

You likely drop in here every few weeks to see what’s new with our installations or our team... Or to ask about the latest Meow Wolf exhibition in the making.

Ultimately, you come here to sate your curiosity about Meow Wolf, but we’ve noticed there’s something else you’re curious about: AREA15.

Everyone’s been blowing up our DMs asking, “What the hell is AREA15?”

You’re not the first person to ask and surely won’t be the last, but let’s settle this once and for all.

‍Government building? You can’t see us, but we’re laughing out loud.

‍Empty warehouse? Getting warmer, but still ice cold.

‍Convention center? At 200,000 square feet, it certainly could be.

No, it’s nothing like that, and you’re probably having trouble coming up with an answer because a space like this is the first of its kind.

AREA15 is the world’s first purpose-built experiential entertainment district. What does that mean exactly? 🤯

We like to think of AREA15 as a mall full of immersive experiences — one of the largest being Meow Wolf’s Omega Mart — that you can explore freely and participate in.

So basically...cool sh*t lives here.

Now when we say cool sh*t, we obviously mean us, but outside of the walls of Omega Mart are 15 other, separately-owned experiences that create different kinds of playgrounds for all ages. Each experience has its own admission cost, so you can shop around and make your visit your own!

If you loved your Meow Wolf experience, here are just a few of the many things we’d recommend checking out at AREA15 before you go!

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‍Eye Candy

It’s no secret (or maybe it is?) that there’s more beyond the shelves of Omega Mart, which includes some pretty breathtaking views that will have you wondering if you’re dreaming with your eyes open. But after taking in the visual sensations at Meow Wolf, step outside of the AREA15 building for great views of Vegas and beyond.

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LIFTOFF

A photo of Vegas at night, the sky is lit with hues of blue and red. In the foreground a tall, winding metal structure, reminiscent of DNA, is lit up in red, blue and purple lights. In the center of the structure is a circular seating area that spins slowly as the ride ascends to give guests a view of the Las Vegas Strip and skyline. In the background is the AREA15 building. — LIFTOFF, one of the newest experiences on the AREA15 grounds. Photo courtesy of AREA15

Described as an aerial experience inspired by aeronauts and aviators of past, present, and future, LIFTOFF is one of the newest things to do at AREA15. Grab a drink and get ready to break the barriers between land and sky as you enjoy Vegas from new heights.

Get tickets to this experience in person or online at AREA15.com.

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‍Illuminarium

Just one small step outside of our doors lies the entire galaxy? No, we haven’t been drinking, it’s the truth.

New to the experiential complex we call home is Illuminarium, a sensory experience that transports you directly into space using 360 projections displaying real footage from worlds beyond.

If you loved the “Projected Desert” inside of Meow Wolf Las Vegas, Illuminarium is the obvious next stop.

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Oz Experience

‍Looking to step away from reality entirely? Step into Oz Ride by Backlight, the future of virtual reality.

With various long and short-format experiences to choose from, this one is perfect for families with children of any age. Whether it’s saving the universe or chasing down a bird for a burger (yes, you’re reading that right), Oz is about to change your life.

Tickets for this experience are available in-person and online.

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‍The Vibes‍

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Oddwood

At this point, you’ve been at AREA15 for a couple of hours and you’re probably dying for a drink. If that’s the case, meet us at Oddwood.

Located in the center of AREA15, you can’t miss Oddwood’s 25-foot-tall digital maple tree. It’s a mesmerizing display of art revering nature, with more than 50,000 individually-programmed LED lights on 5,000 leaves.

It’s the perfect spot for a quick beverage before you get back to business.

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The Sanctuary

Rest and relax in a volcanic oasis at The Sanctuary!

the inside of a conic structure with little seats and planters scattered about.e — Enjoy a calming third-space with living bamboo planters. Photo courtesy of AREA15.

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Made in partnership with the Balinese artist collective, IBUKU, The Sanctuary brings in sustainably sourced bamboo to create a calming space to take a break within AREA15. The shape of the dome strikes a resemblance to a volcano, but instead of a molten inside, you get pockets of bamboo and other plant life to give you a breath of fresh air. All while avoiding the Nevada heat too!

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Meow Wolf a la Mode

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Dream Weaver Milk & Boba Bar

It isn’t just an ice cream shop. It's an ice cream AND boba shop! Dream Weaver offers delicious flavors like cotton candy and strawberry shortcake, not to mention boba tea with a myriad of flavors and add-ins (popping boba all day).

A colorful ice cream and boba stand, with two boba cups at the top. — The storefront of Dream Weaver. Photo courtesy of AREA15.

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We could go on and on, but typing with one hand and enjoying this cone with the other just isn’t working, so we’ll wrap it up. There’s still so many other experiences we haven’t shown you inside of AREA15, so our recommendation is to spend a few hours with our “helpful” Omega Mart grocery clerks, then spend some time exploring AREA15.

If you’re looking to make a day of it, consider booking tickets online ahead of time for all the experiences you want to do. Same-day tickets sell out early!