Halloween, holiday lights, New Year's Eve and seasonal celebrations in Las Vegas.
Fremont Street Experience celebrates Halloween night with free live entertainment, a silent disco and food trucks, capped by an adult costume contest with up to $5,000 in cash prizes. Good to know: The costume contest starts at 10 p.m. on the 3rd Street Stage, and contestants must be 21+. Times on the official page vary, […]
Ethel M's botanical cactus garden in Henderson glows with holiday lights for its 33rd season. Part of the small entry fee supports HELP of Southern Nevada and Three Square Food Bank. Good to know: Open nightly 5–10 p.m. Closes at 8 p.m. on Dec. 24, Dec. 31 and Jan. 1; closed Dec. 25. Entry is […]
Drive your own car through a holiday light show on the grounds of Las Vegas Motor Speedway. Santa tram rides and themed nights run on select dates. Good to know: Open every night of the season from 5 p.m., including holidays. Most nights close at 9 p.m.; select weekends run until 10 p.m. Carload admission […]
Opportunity Village's holiday tradition fills its grounds with light-covered trees, the Forest Express train, a 50-foot slide, mini golf, carnival games and visits with Santa through Christmas Eve. Good to know: Open Nov. 27–29, Dec. 3–24 and Dec. 26–Jan. 1 (closed Nov. 30–Dec. 2 and Dec. 25). Hours: Sun.–Thu. 5:30–9 p.m., Fri.–Sat. 5:30–9:30 p.m. Ticket […]
Las Vegas rings in 2027 with a midnight fireworks show launched from resorts along the Strip, part of the citywide America's Party celebration. Good to know: Fireworks start at midnight and last about eight minutes. Watching from the Strip is free; expect heavy crowds.
Downtown's Lunar New Year parade welcomes the Year of the Goat along Fremont East, followed by cultural performances and vendors at Downtown Container Park. Good to know: The parade runs 11 a.m.–noon, with limited bleacher seating at 8th and Fremont. The after-party runs 11 a.m.–3 p.m. at Downtown Container Park.