Tis the season for hot cocoa, adult holiday beverages, and the all time Mariah Carey’s Christmas Classic ‘All I Want For Christmas Is You‘ on repeat. Being in a city like Las Vegas undoubtedly brings the glitz and glam you would expect around the holidays. With Christmas around the corner, like many of us, you may be looking to liven up your social media feeds with festivities throughout the city. Here are our top trending holiday activities in Las Vegas you’ll want to check off your list if you haven’t already.
Bellagio Conservatory
Stop by the Bellagio Conservatory & Botanical Garden as they display their extravagant holiday display. This year’s theme is appropriately titled “Holiday Time.” The extravagant display designed by Ed Libby and the horticulture team features a 42-foot-tall fir tree with thousands of sparkling lights, a beautiful snow capped mountain range, Swiss chalet, and of course Santa’s sleigh filled with gifts.
Before leaving, stop by the Bellagio Fountains for even more holiday cheer as they have been choreographed to holiday favorites like “Santa Baby” and “Carol of the Bells.
Aria Winter Wonderland
Head over to Aria Resort’s Winter Wonderland display. Made entirely of edible treats, the final product took over 200 hours to complete. The center of the display features a giant snow globe filled with a snowman and mischievous gingerbread man. Stop by the Aria Patisserie for sweet holiday treats and warm beverages as you snap instagram worthy photos at their exclusive holiday photo opportunity.
Here Kitty Kitty Vice Den
The speakeasy tucked away within Famous Food’s, has transformed to the elegant holiday hideaway, Here Christmas Kitty. The cozy bar, filled with cheerful décor, and plenty of colorful string lights welcomes guests to come and enjoy one of their seasonal cocktails. Try the Hot White served hot with Baileys, peppermint liqueur, a white chocolate ball and garnished with a candy cane or Yuletide Punch with Ketel One vodka, St. Elizabeth all-spice dram, lime juice, pomegranate syrup and garnished with a dehydrated lemon chip.
The Ice Rink – Cosmopolitan
Grab your family and friends for this impressive rooftop ice skating rink located at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas. Skate their 4,200 square foot rink made of real ice or take a break near the fire pits and roast s’mores, indulge in holiday movies and seasonal food and beverage offerings.
Making its debut this year is The Chalet at The Rink. This reimagined mountaintop escape features festive decor and a toasty oversized fire pit at the center. Reservations are required of course.
Merry Crimson
For a sophisticated and glamorous holiday adventure, look no further than Merry Crimson. Located at the Red Rock Casino Resort & Spa, this vibrant destination welcomes guests to a picturesque escape from the city with festive cocktails, live DJs, and aesthetically pleasing photo opportunities.
From cozy igloos located on the outdoor pool deck to the holiday punch bowl and spiked hot cocoa beverage cart that will liven even the Grinch.
Winter at the Terrace
A picture perfect wonderland located at Green Valley Ranch in Henderson. This festive pop-up lounge invites guests for the ultimate holiday experience. Featuring cozy igloos, fire pits, twinkling lights, and more. Grab a drink or two with their selection of seasonal craft libations paired with holiday bits and enjoy the live music on Fridays and Saturdays.
Mystic Falls Winter Wonderland
Take a detour off the Strip and check out Mystic Falls Park at Sam’s Town. Enjoy a leisurely stroll through a winter wonderland display with more than 26,000 lights. Listening to the sound of the rolling waterfall and chirping birds in live trees reaching up toward the skylight 10 stories above.
Open daily, enjoy a cocktail at The Ram’s Head Bar and take in the famous Mystic Falls Laser Light Show.
Coke Zero ‘Cool Yule’ At The Park
Take a stroll through The Park at the Coke Zero “Cool Yule.” Greet the strolling Santa’s, acapella carolers, as you take in the twinkling lights. As you wander through the park, check out the breakdancing elves along with live music. And don’t miss out on the five holiday-themed speciality drinks served at Beerhaus and the Coke Zero Holiday Bar. A plus, admission is free.
Enchant Christmas At The Vegas Ballpark
Catch the glittering holiday lights at Downtown Summerlin’s Enchant Christmas at the Vegas Ballpark. This adventure takes you through a stunning lighted maze. Christmas awaits with activities that include an ice skating rink, a Christmas Village filled with artisan vendors, a children’s play area, unique food and beverages, and of course Santa.
Glittering Lights
Visit Nevada’s premiere drive-thru light show at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway. Each year this Vegas holiday tradition hosts different initiatives to support local charities. From
Featuring over 5 million LED lights throughout the 2.5 mile course, enjoy the dazzling lights and sounds as they celebrate 21 years in Southern Nevada.
Hidden Cinema Rooftop Garden
Located in Downtown Las Vegas, Hidden Cinema Rooftop Garden plays hosts to a season of holiday cheer. Featuring classic Christmas movies from “The Nightmare Before Christmas,” “Elf,” “Love Actually” and if you’re not tired of it yet, “A Christmas Story.” Capture this holiday memory at their holiday-themed photo booth, indulge in more hot cocoa, beer, wine, and snack bar.
Santa in the Shipwreck at Shark Reef Aquarium
A family favorite as Santa Claus steers his sleigh from the North Pole to find out who’s been naughty and nice. At the annual Santa in the Shipwreck at Shark Reef Aquarium located at Mandalay Bay, guests are welcomed to Santa in a scuba suit. Alongside his underwater friends, he’ll have a little help from a larger and toothy helper, Santa Jaws.
The Festival of Lanterns at Cowabunga Bay
This illuminating experience brings the beauty and glow of handcrafted Chinese lanterns. A holiday spectacular that everyone will enjoy also brings in the magic of Christmas with carolers as you stroll through out the park. For those looking to experience the holiday with your furry friend, check out Bow Wow Nights December 8th and 9th.
