Tree lighting ceremony at The LINQ Promenade
As a larger than life desert oasis, Las Vegas is not usually the first place that comes to mind when considering where to celebrate this season of snow and cozy family gatherings—but maybe it should be. The meetings capital of the world has gotten into the holiday spirit in a big way with hotels and resorts introducing spectacular winter wonderlands chock-full of unique attractions. From beautiful trees to ice rinks, awe-inspiring seasonal displays and even snow, Las Vegas has a little something for everyone to enjoy this winter.
Neon Museum, which was highlighted in our feature on unusual Las Vegas attractions, will hold a December to Remember celebration where groups are invited to enjoy the illuminated Neon Museum Boneyard, make their own tree ornaments, sip hot chocolate and enjoy traditional caroling by the Las Vegas Academy choir.
MGM Resorts International’s The Park is bringing a modern twist to the holidays. The eco-friendly outdoor destination connecting New York-New York, Monte Carlo and T-Mobile Arena invites guests to enter through 16-foot tall tunnels bedecked with ornaments. Once through the tunnels, visitors will encounter a festive outdoor space decorated with lights, icicles, crystal blooms and a 60-foot tree with 3,000 ornaments and 13,000 lights.
Groups looking for ice-skating fun have options in Las Vegas. The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas and Toshiba Plaza, located just outside T-Mobile Arena, will each be hosting ice rinks this season. The Cosmopolitan’s rink will also including opportunities to roast s’mores by a fire, enjoy snow showers and watch classic holiday movies.
The LINQ Promenade, part of The LINQ’s casino, hotel and shopping complex, has transformed into Winter PARQ, an extravagant outdoor experience complete with 35-foot tree, a light show with more than 2,000 lights, live entertainment and nightly snow fall.
Wynn Las Vegas is one of several resorts that will put on beautiful winter-themed displays. The resort will blossom into an awe-inspiring spectacle with five fantasy villages, 33 holiday trees and thousands of poinsettias scattered throughout the property. The Palazzo, MGM Grand Las Vegas, ARIA Resort & Casino, the Mirage and the Bellagio will also debut fabulous displays of holiday decor. This year, the Bellagio Conservatory will feature a polar bear family, 42-foot tree and train station.
