1. The Glittering Lights at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway
http://www.glitteringlightslasvegas.com/faq-2/
A display of millions of lights that goes on for nearly 2.5 miles. The best part is that you get to stay warm and cozy in your car. This is a perfect option for families or makes for a fun date night. Snacks like hot chocolate and kettle corn are available to enjoy during your ride. You can even take selfies with Santa! Tickets start at $25 per car. If you can t make it before Christmas, the race track s lights will be up until January 10.
http://www.glitteringlightslasvegas.com
2. Area 15 s Wanderland
https://area15.com/events/wanderland/
In addition to Area 15 s other exhibitions, take a walk through their outdoor display of lights filled with Christmas trees, life-sized snowglobes, and Santa s sleigh. With the Strip as your background, there are plenty of stops throughout your walk that are worthy enough to make it onto your Instagram story. Afterward, enjoy food and drinks while hanging out by the fire pits. Tickets start at $20. You ll have to hurry to see this one; it’s only going on until December 27.
https://area15.com/events/wanderland/
3. Vegas Festival of Lights at Craig Ranch Park
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/vegas-festival-of-lights-2020-tickets-123764445789
If you re looking to get away from the Strip this is another great option for kids. As you walk through these lights they ll twinkle and dance along to classic holiday songs. There are several different routes to explore throughout the park, you have the freedom to choose. You can even enjoy a walk while the snow is coming down! Santa will be there for plenty of photo opportunities too. After walking through the lights grab some food and check out the rides and games for even more fun. Tickets start at $15.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/vegas-festival-of-lights-2020-tickets-123764445789
4. The Bellagio Conservatory
https://bellagio.mgmresorts.com/en/entertainment/conservatory-botanical-garden.html
Located in the lobby of the Bellagio hotel, this display is absolutely free! The glass ceiling covered conservatory is decorated according to each of the four seasons; made up almost entirely of trees, flowers, and other plants. This year s winter display includes a 42-foot tall sparkly silver Christmas tree, a horse-drawn carriage, and elves, of course. All are surrounded by red and white flowers and greenery that smell so fresh. When you re done, head out front for another free experience and watch the fountains put on a show, dancing to iconic songs.
https://bellagio.mgmresorts.com/en/entertainment/conservatory-botanical-garden.html
5. Merry Crimson at Red Rock Casino
https://www.redrockresort.com/eat-and-drink/merry-crimson/
Now this one s for the adults only. Red Rock s indoor/outdoor holiday-themed bar is the perfect place to lift your holiday spirits. Sit by the fire pits outside to roast marshmallows for s mores, enjoy festive themed drinks and desserts, all while listening to a live DJ. The space is full of plenty of decor and displays for photo opportunities like a candy cane swing set, a tunnel of colorful lights, Santa Clause, a fireplace, and best of all: a champagne vending machine. It s the grown-up definition of holiday cheer.