7 Holiday Events for Families in Las Vegas 2024
The holiday season in Las Vegas is always a magical time, with plenty of exciting events for families to enjoy. Whether you’re a local or visiting with kids in tow, the city transforms into a winter wonderland with dazzling lights, festive displays, and activities that captivate all ages. Here’s a rundown of the best family-friendly events around Christmas in 2024 to help you plan a memorable holiday season.
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1. Enchant Christmas at Las Vegas Ballpark
Dates: November 22nd – December 29th 2024
Location: Las Vegas Ballpark, Summerlin
Tickets: $25-35 depending on day
Enchant Christmas returns to Las Vegas Ballpark, transforming the space into a breathtaking holiday light maze. This year’s theme, “Reindeer Games” invites families to Journey into the heart of a magical holiday tale and home of the World’s Largest Christmas Light Maze experience. Your adventure leads you through 80,000 square feet of breathtaking light sculptures as you search for the missing bells the reindeer require to fly Santa’s sleigh!
2. Glittering Lights at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway
Dates: November 8th, 20254– January 5th, 2025
Location: Las Vegas Motor Speedway
For over two decades, Glittering Lights has delighted families in Las Vegas, becoming a staple holiday tradition. This drive-through light show stretches over 2.5 miles and features millions of LED lights creating stunning holiday scenes and festive displays. Tune your radio to a holiday station to enjoy Christmas music as you drive through, making it a cozy family activity. With limited cold weather worries, it’s a perfect event for families with younger children. Stay in the comfort of your own car and enjoy!
3. Holiday Cactus Garden Lights at Ethel M Chocolates
Dates: November 1, 2024– January 4th, 2025
Location: Ethel M Chocolates Factory, Henderson 2 Cactus Garden Drive Henderson, NV 89014
Tickets: $3 entrance fee per person - no reservations required. Children under 2 free, seniors 65+ free
Each year, the three-acre cactus garden also Nevada's largest botanical cactus garden at Ethel M Chocolates is transformed with thousands of holiday lights. Families can stroll through the 31st annual event of illuminated pathways, enjoy hot cocoa, and meet Santa Claus on select nights. Don’t forget to stop by the factory store for delicious holiday-themed chocolates. It’s a great spot for family photos, and kids love seeing the cacti wrapped in lights.
4. Meet Mr. & Mrs. Santa Claus & Holiday Shopping Pop-Up
Dates: Saturday evening December 7th, 2024
Location: VIP Family Indoor Play & More - 4450 N Tenaya Wy 2nd floor
Tickets: 📲CALL VIP Family to reserve your spot!
725 - 910 - 1684
@vipfamilyindoorplayandmore
Limited spots available for this event!!
Schedule:
5:30-7:30pm Holiday Shopping & Indoor Play
5:30-6:30 Get your Photo with Mr & Mrs Claus🎅🧑🎄
Enjoy the magic of meeting Mr. and Mrs. Santa Claus. Get your family holiday photos with them and enjoy a little holiday market pop-up. Shop while your kids play! Indoor play structure, toys, video games, and more! This special event is one day and limited to only 30 families, giving everybody a chance to get their photo without a long line!
Some of the vendors you can shop include:
Children’s Books - @pagesburstinghearts Freeze Dried Candies - @krispykandies DIY Cookies & Gingerbread House Kits - @baketini Sensory Play Dough Kits - @micasita_azul Children’s Clothing & Accessories - @the5thlegacy & More!
5. Gilcrease Orchard - Christmas Wagon Rides
Dates: Weekends in December. Prior to the wagon rides is the November : 29th & 30th Christmas Tree Sales & Breakfast!
Location: 7800 North Tenaya Las Vegas NV 89131
Tickets: $6, children under 5 free
Gilcrease Orchard in Las Vegas offers festive holiday wagon rides through beautifully decorated orchards. The orchards are illuminated with holiday lights that provide families with a cozy, traditional holiday experience. Families can sip hot cider, savor seasonal treats like apple cider donuts, and enjoy the fresh winter air. Families line up for a photo with Santa and enjoy their food and drink in the outdoor picnic area. Dress warm, especially for the wagon ride!
6. The Magical Forest at Opportunity Village
Dates: Nov. 29-Dec. 1 | Dec. 5-8 | Dec. 12-15 | Dec. 17-31
SUNDAY – THURSDAY | 5:30 P.M. – 9 P.M. , FRIDAY & SATURDAY | 5:30 P.M. – 9:30 P.M.
Closed Christmas – December 25. THE MAGICAL FOREST WILL CLOSE AT 8:30 P.M. ON DEC. 24 AND DEC. 31
Location: Opportunity Village, 6300 West Oakey Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89146
Tickets: $22+
“Magical Forest visitors will enjoy the 2.5-acre theme park, and inside the forest, magically decorated trees await you. Forest-goers can also enjoy rides, a round of 8-hole golf surrounded by sparkling lights, nightly entertainment, holiday treats and a vendor village, and midway carnival games. Need a break from the action? There’s plenty of shopping to be had at The Holiday Shoppe and the Neon Kiosk. Make a night of it and enjoy dinner and treats inside Camelot Hall or out on the main thoroughfare at one of our many food outlets. A Beer Garden is open nightly for the 21+ crowd.” -Opportunity Village
7. Holiday Parade at Downtown Summerlin
Dates: November 22, 2024 - December 21, 2024 - Every Friday and Saturday at 6PM
Location: Downtown Summerlin
Tickets: Free event
The Holiday Parade at Downtown Summerlin is a lively, free event perfect for families looking to experience some holiday cheer. The parade features festive floats, characters in costume, holiday music, and snowfall, creating a joyful winter experience. Kids love the holiday atmosphere, and it’s a great opportunity for photos. Downtown Summerlin also hosts seasonal pop-up activities, like outdoor ice skating at the rock rink, the Nut Cracker on Ice, and the Jupiter Express holiday train, that make for an unforgettable family outing.
Plan Your Family’s 2025 Holiday Season in Las Vegas!
Whether you’re looking for traditional holiday charm or unique experiences, Las Vegas has a fantastic lineup of events for families this season. With so many options, there’s something for everyone to make this holiday season truly memorable.
