Las Vegas Holiday 2025 — Must-See Festive Spots
Fontainebleau Las Vegas — Oasis Ice Rink
This season the Strip’s largest real-ice rink returns — the Oasis Ice Rink spans nearly 7,500–8,000 square feet on Fontainebleau’s third-floor pool deck, transforming the resort’s pool area into a cozy winter village.
Open nightly starting November 24 through January 4, 2026, generally from 5–11 PM (with extended hours around holidays).
Visitors can skate (skate rentals included), lounge by firepits or cabanas, enjoy seasonal snacks and drinks, and even catch rink-side holiday movie showings.
It’s a great pick for couples, friends, or families looking for a festive — but upscale — winter experience on the Strip.
Bellagio Conservatory & Botanical Gardens
As part of its winter transformation, the Bellagio Conservatory becomes a botanical holiday wonderland — expect a towering Christmas tree, elaborate floral displays, oversized ornaments, and festive decor designed to delight all ages.
Visiting the Conservatory is free and open 24/7, making it an easy, no-entry-fee holiday stop whether you’re doing the Strip during the day or night.
For extra magic, pair the Conservatory stroll with the exterior view of the Fountains of Bellagio — the iconic water show often features holiday-themed music and adds a dazzling soundtrack to your evening.
Opportunity Village — Magical Forest
In its 33rd season, Magical Forest returns with a festive tree-lighting on Nov. 28, 2025 at 5:30 PM.
The event runs on select dates through the holiday season and offers unlimited rides, mini-golf, a walking path of twinkling lights, a Forest Express train, and more.
Kids and families can enjoy meeting Santa in his cabin, riding a carousel, racing down a 50-foot slide, playing games — all while surrounded by dazzling lights and festive atmosphere.
Bonus: attending supports a good cause — proceeds benefit services for people with disabilities in Southern Nevada, through Opportunity Village.
Mystic Falls Park Winter Wonderland
For decades, Mystic Falls Park has been a holiday tradition in Las Vegas: during the season it’s transformed into a festive Winter Wonderland with holiday décor, lasers, animatronic trees and animals, and even nightly “snow.”
The holiday laser light shows start at sundown and run hourly from 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM, continuing through New Year’s Day.
Expect a charming, old-Vegas-style holiday vibe — perfect for families or anyone looking for a free, low-key yet festive evening out.
Glittering Lights at Las Vegas Motor Speedway
One of the country’s largest drive-thru holiday light shows, Glittering Lights wraps miles of the Speedway in millions of twinkling displays — from classic holiday scenes to Vegas-style spectacles.
This is a great option for those who want a cozy holiday experience — just pile into the car, roll down the windows (or sip hot chocolate inside), tune into the custom radio carol soundtrack, and enjoy the ride.
Since this is a drive-thru event, it works well for all ages and is especially family or group friendly — festive, comfortable, and quintessentially Las Vegas in holiday lights.
Ethel M Cactus Garden — Holiday Cactus Garden
For a uniquely Vegas holiday experience, the Ethel M Cactus Garden gets a festive makeover — with desert plants wrapped in twinkling lights and seasonal decor that blends southwestern charm with Christmas spirit.
It’s a more laid-back, local-flavor alternative to the flashy Strip shows — ideal for visitors who want a quieter stroll through holiday lights in a beautiful garden setting.
How I’d Recommend Planning a Holiday Weekend in Las Vegas (2025)
Friday Evening — Kick things off with a cozy stroll through the Ethel M Cactus Garden and maybe stop for hot cocoa at the chocolate factory there.
Saturday Afternoon to Night — Head to the Bellagio to experience the Conservatory, then step outside for the Fountains and neon-lit Strip. Cap the night with a spin on the Oasis Ice Rink at Fontainebleau.
Sunday Evening — Take the family (or your crew) through Glittering Lights at the Speedway, then wrap it up with the nostalgic charm of Mystic Falls Park’s laser-snow show at Sam’s Town.
Any Night (with kids or friends) — Visit the Magical Forest (check dates), enjoy rides, meet Santa, ride the train — guaranteed festive feels.
