The holidays are near, and a place with as much glitz and glam as Las Vegas has some spectacular light displays. We’ve rounded up some of the coolest light shows around the city. Some have been dazzling locals and tourists for 3 decades, while others are new in town. Without further ado, here are 7 magical places to see the Christmas lights in Las Vegas.
1. Enchant
Enchant is the world’s largest illuminated winter wonderland. Silver and gold lights shaped like snowflakes and trees line this gorgeous light-studded maze, suited for the entire family. Wander the maze, glide along the ice skating trail, savor seasonal food and drink, visit Santa and Mrs. Claus, and take in a bird’s-eye view of the dazzling lights from the Ferris Wheel. Don’t forget to explore their special events, such as Country Christmas, Paws & Claus, or Ugly Christmas Sweater Night.
See this magical Christmas light display between November 22 – December 29, 2024. Adult tickets start at $34 and, it’s $25 for junior tickets.
2. Sam’s Town
This magical display at Sam’s Town’s Mystic Falls Park has over 26,000 points of dazzling lights to enchant you this Christmas in Las Vegas. From now until January 1st, you can view their 18-foot Christmas Tree decorated to the nines, a nine-minute holiday laser light show, and a flurry of fake snow every night to make it a white Christmas in Las Vegas. Sam’s Town has been doing this jolly Christmas Town tradition since 1994, and the festivities begin at 4 PM.
3. Glittering Lights Drive-Thru
Fans of holiday light displays have probably heard of Glittering Lights, the famous drive-thru light show at the Motor Speedway. When we say there’s a lot of Christmas lights, we mean millions of them. Grab your family, bring some hot cocoa, turn the channel to Ho-Ho-Radio, and start the journey. They also have a Santa Tram, where someone else does the driving and you can sit back and relax Tickets for this dazzling Christmas lights display are $39 per vehicle.
4. Vincelli Ave.
Less than 30 minutes off the strip is Vinicelli Ave., a neighborhood where all the houses agree on one thing: Christmas lights are in. This cozy (and free) Christmas lights display is another great drive-thru experience. Each house is decorated with different lights, characters, or following different themes. To help out, VegasFamilyEvents puts together a map of which homes are putting on Christmas Lights Displays, which you can check out here.
5. Holiday Cactus Garden Lights
This 2-in-1 holiday activity combines great chocolate with holiday lights, set amongst a cactus garden. What plant could be more fitting for Vegas, right? This is the 31st edition, the biggest in the city, with twinkling Christmas lights and holiday decor. They’re open until January 5, from 5 PM. This year, entrance costs $3, and it all goes to Help of Southern Nevada and Three Square Food Bank.
Since the Cactus Garden is part of Ethel M Chocolates, it might be a good idea to head in and grab a box of candies for the perfect gift.
6. Magical Forest
In 2024, the Magical Forest celebrates its 32nd season, offering you beautifully decorated trees, holiday treats, and lively entertainment across 2.5 acres. Proceeds support Opportunity Village’s programs for over 3,000 people with disabilities, making every visit impactful. You can explore holiday lights, an 8-hole golf course, carnival games, and a vendor village. Enjoy treats and dinner at Camelot Hall, or from food outlets along the main thoroughfare, with a nightly Beer Garden for visitors 21 and over.
7. Rockin’ Christmas
This new holiday attraction is coming to the M Resort in Henderson this Christmas, for its second edition. In 2024, the theme is “Candy Rush – a delicious whimsical wonderland”, so you can expect sugar plum fairies, a giant gingerbread village, and more. This is the world’s largest animated drive-through audio-visual experience, highlighting larger-than-life Christmas characters. The journey is a mile-long , and it features millions of colorful lights and enchanting Christmas music. It’s a must see Christmas lights show in Las Vegas!
8. Las Vegas Christmas Town at Cowabunga Bay
Las Vegas Christmas Town at Cowabunga Bay is a Christmas experience… but at a water theme park! It becomes a festive holiday wonderland decked out with millions of twinkly lights, holiday-themed rides, and a 40-foot Christmas tree. Enjoy attractions like Santa’s Cozy Cottage, Polar Express Train Ride, and even a nightly snowfall. Las Vegas Christmas Town is a magical holiday experience for the whole family.