It’s December, and many people are gearing up for their favorite holiday—Christmas! But if you want to make this one a holiday season to remember, why not spend Christmas in Las Vegas?
With a mild winter sun and festive celebrations filled with all the glitz and glamor of Sin City, it’s a unique way to celebrate the holidays, but it isn’t the perfect choice for everyone. Let’s look at some key factors to help you decide if you should spend Christmas in Las Vegas.
The Weather
Are you the kind of person dreaming of a white Christmas spent in a log cabin, surrounded by snow and cozying up in front of the fireplace? Spending Christmas in Vegas may not be for you.
On the other hand, if you don’t like snow, Christmas in the desert may be just what you need. In fact, winter is many people’s favorite time to visit this city.
One downside to visiting during the winter is that many of the pools are seasonal, but there are a select few you can visit that are open all year round. Stop by Circa’s Stadium Swim, where the pools are heated. There’s even a Winter Swim program available, where guests can enjoy heated cabanas, plush robes, and seasonal cocktails that amp up the Christmas spirit.

Things to Do During Christmas in Las Vegas
Las Vegas truly goes all-out to transform itself into a stunning winter wonderland. The Strip adorns itself with glittering lights and over-the-top, festive decorations. Take a relaxing stroll down Las Vegas Blvd. and immerse yourself in the unique spirit of Christmas in Las Vegas, with ice skating at the Cosmopolitan, immersive Christmas-themed decor in the Bellagio Conservatory & Botanical Gardens, Ethel M’s Chocolate Factory Holiday Cactus Garden, Santa (and his brand-new helper “Santa Jaws”) at the Shark Reef Aquarium at Mandalay Bay, and even the Venetian’s fabulous Christmas tree!
Christmas Shows
Of course, Las Vegas is a city that is world-famous for its entertainment, and when it comes to Christmas shows, you’ll be spoiled. Here are some Las Vegas Christmas shows that we adore:
- Lindsey Stirling – The Snow Waltz Tour
- Derek Hough – Dance For The Holidays
- All Motown – Merry Mowtown
- Terry Fator – A Very Terry Christmas
- Tournament of Kings – ‘Twas the Knight
- The Rat Pack Is Back – For the Holidays
Christmas Dining
One of the best things about a trip to Vegas is exploring the diverse and vast culinary scene here, but at Christmas time, this comes in tenfold.
With an array of award-winning restaurants, you can find indulgent holiday specials. This makes a great alternative to cooking during the Christmas season, granting you a stress-free holiday getaway where you can enjoy mouthwatering dishes curated by top chefs.
What’s better is there’s a range of choices that include not only traditional feasts but also contemporary culinary experiences that capture the flavors of Christmas. One unique experience many overlook is dining at a buffet like the Bacchanal Buffet, located at Caesars Palace.
Top restaurants to try include:
- Gordon Ramsay’s Hell’s Kitchen (Popular restaurant modeled after the hit show)
- Texas de Brazil (Brazilian steakhouse where servers bring rotating meats to the table)
- Peter Luger Steakhouse (Vegas offshoot of famed New York steakhouse)
- Wynn buffet (Upscale buffet)
- STK (Trendy steakhouse)
- Mon Ami Gabi (French restaurant with outdoor seating on the Strip)
Should You Spend Christmas in Las Vegas?
There’s no denying that the holiday season is a popular time of year to visit Sin City, but it may not be suitable for everyone. If you’re big on tradition and the ambiance of a dreamy suburban white Christmas, it may not be the right choice. But if you want a completely new and exciting way to spend the holiday season and make memories you won’t ever forget, what are you waiting for? Start planning your Christmas in Las Vegas now!