Most people go to Las Vegas in the summer or spring. Winters can be very chilly and walking down Fremont Street can be an unpleasant experience. But if you’re planning a trip here during the winter, don’t worry, there are plenty of activities you can do to make your stay enjoyable and fun.
1. Ice Skating at Cosmopolitan
Cosmopolitan’s Boulevard Pool turns into an ice skating rink every winter. You can rent skates and see the stunning views of the Strip.
2. Check out the Bellagio Conservatory Holiday Display
When you visit the Bellagio Conservatory’s holiday display you can get into the Christmas spirit as you walk through thousands of flowers, lights and ornaments. While you’re there, be sure to see the Fountains of Bellagio in December where they have elegant fountain shows with classic holiday songs.
3. See The Park’s Transformation into Winter Wonderland
The Park which is located between Park MGM and New York New York will feature a 60-foot tall tree with 13,000 lights and 3,000 ornaments. It also has an ice skating rink and ornament tunnels.
4. Visit Aria’s Winter Display
The display features a “Sugar Palace” plus a 17-foot Christmas Tree. The giant gingerbread is the creation of Aria’s pastry team.
5. See Wynn’s Whimsical Winter Village
Inspired by Gulliver’s Travels, Wynn turns their atrium into a magical winter wonderland and it’s also free to the public.
6. Check Out Ethel M’s Chocolate Factory Display
Ethel M’s Chocolate factory lets you tour their 3-acre cactus garden which will feature over a million lights. After this, you can take a chocolate factory tour.
7. Be Enchanted at the Ballpark
The “Enchant Market” will showcase holiday-themed treats and décor.
8. Take Part of the Freemont Street Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony
Freemont Street is an iconic part of Las Vegas and in December it gets better. Be sure to witness the amazing Christmas tree lighting ceremony here.
9. See the Las Vegas Festival of Lights
This happens from late November to early January and you can stroll through Craig Ranch Park which will play holiday music as it illuminates millions of holiday lights. There will also be rides and food.
10. Drop By Blitzen’s Antler Attic Pop-Up Bar
Just 15 minutes from the Strip, in Tivoli Villiage there’s the Blitzen’s Antler Attic which serves Christmas Themed cocktails.
11. See Scuba Santa at Silverton
Silverton’s 117,000-gallon fish tank typically has mermaids entertaining crowds but in December, there’s Santa making an appearance.
12. Go Shopping
Las Vegas has many shops and malls. You can window shop at Crystals, Grand Canal Shoppes, Forum Shops or Wynn’s Plaza Shops to keep warm.
13. See a Show
No matter the season you must see a show in Vegas. There are comedy performances, concerts and acrobatic displays you can watch.
14. Enjoy the Outdoors
Visit outdoor destinations near Vegas in the winter such as Hoover Dam, Death Valley, Bryce Canyon, Valley of Fire National Park and the Grand Canyon if you want to avoid heat.
15. Feast on a Buffet
When it comes to buffets, Vegas is the place to be. Try the Bacchanal or the Buffet at Bellagio and we guarantee, you will have the time of your life.
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