16 Best Las Vegas Christmas Activities For Kids 2026
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Las Vegas at Christmas is honestly amazing for families. Every December, the city turns into a full-blown winter playground with holiday-themed shows, over-the-top attractions, twinkly light displays, magical pop-ups, festive hotels, and enough kid-friendly fun to keep your little elves buzzing like they just chugged hot cocoa.
If you’re planning your first holiday trip to Vegas, start by checking out my Las Vegas with Kids guide for the basics. And if you’re wondering whether December is the right time to go (spoiler: it’s one of my favorite times), hop over to my article on the best time of year to visit Las Vegas.
And because Christmas should be more than just a one-day present palooza. I've got a whole list Christmas family travel ideas I know you will love. But first, I’m about to break down the best Las Vegas Christmas activities for kids and the ones you absolutely shouldn’t miss. Let’s sleigh this thing.
Christmas-Themed Vegas Shows
Tournament Of Kings 'Twas The Knight
All Ages
Over at Excalibur, the fan-favorite ‘Twas the Knight returns to bring holiday cheer with swords, sparks, and medieval merriment. We love Tournament of Kings, and it's one of our favorite family shows in Vegas. During the holidays, the entire Tournament of Kings Arena transforms into a snowy, glowing winter fantasy. Think classic jousting, but with a Christmas twist and a whole lot more sparkle.
Guests are treated to festive performance elements, a special holiday feast, and enough jolly energy to make even the Grinch crack a smile. If you’re looking for the kind of holiday experience that entertains the whole family and lets you eat dinner while watching knights battle it out, this is a must. You can also explore more family-friendly Vegas dinner and show packages to keep the holiday magic rolling all season long.
See what the Tournament of Kings is like:
Rain A Beatle's Christmas Tribute
All Ages
Beatles fan, Christmas lover, or just someone who appreciates a good time? This show is calling your name. Imagine those legendary Beatles melodies mixed with nostalgic holiday songs that make you feel like you're sitting under the tree with cocoa and twinkle lights. Yeah, it’s that good.
“RAIN – A Beatles Christmas Tribute” hits the stage at Lee’s Family Forum with a feel-good concert that blends the music that shaped a generation with festive cheer and big holiday energy. It’s the kind of show that gets the whole crowd singing, smiling, and remembering why The Beatles are still magic.
If you’re in Vegas for the holidays, consider this show a non-negotiable. Grab your tickets, warm up those vocal cords, and get ready for a Christmas concert experience that’s pure joy.
All Motown Merry Motown
Ages 5+
Get ready to groove, because Christmas in Vegas just got a whole lot more soulful. All Motown’s Merry Motown brings the magic of Motown holiday classics to the stage with powerhouse vocals, sparkling energy, and that smooth old-school flair that never goes out of style.
This show is led by an all-female cast with voices that will knock the tinsel right off your tree, in the best way possible. Expect festive takes on Motown favorites, holiday hits, and plenty of upbeat moments that’ll have you chair-dancing right alongside your teens, your parents, and anyone else you brought along.
It’s fun, it’s feel-good, and it’s one of those shows that proves Vegas holiday entertainment isn’t just for the kids, grownups deserve some Christmas sparkle too. If you love timeless music, big vocals, and holiday spirit with rhythm and sass, Merry Motown is a must.
Marriage Can Be Murder Christmas Edition
Ages 8+
If your holidays need a little more spice than sugar, Marriage Can Be Murder is the Christmas night out you didn’t know you needed. This long-running mystery dinner show at the Rio serves up comedy, chaos, and cranberry sauce in one unforgettable package. It is a great Vegas show option for teens.
Sip holiday cocktails and enjoy a relaxing dinner. Then suddenly someone keels over. Don’t worry… no need to dial 911. You’ve just become part of the crime scene. Welcome to the wild world of Vegas’ most legendary interactive murder mystery.
In December, the show decks the halls with festive plot twists, suspicious seasonal “weapons,” and surprise holiday guests who might just be more naughty than nice. The quirky cast pulls you straight into the investigation as the show unfolds all around the room. Between bites of a tasty three-course meal, you’ll collect clues, interrogate suspects, point fingers, and probably accuse someone you love… all in the name of holiday bonding.
It’s ridiculous, it’s interactive, and everyone leaves laughing, because nothing says Christmas like solving a murder over dinner in Las Vegas.
The Rat Pack Is Back Holiday Edition
Ages 12+
If you want a Christmas show that feels like stepping straight into vintage Las Vegas, The Rat Pack is Back – Holiday Edition is the one to beat. This tribute brings the legendary trio, Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, and Sammy Davis Jr., back to life with glitzy charm, smooth vocals, and that unmistakable old-school swagger.
The show mixes festive favorites like Let It Snow, White Christmas, and Winter Wonderland with the icons’ biggest hits. Think My Way, Mr. Bojangles, and more. It’s the kind of performance that makes you feel like you’re sipping martinis at a smoky 1960s lounge while the coolest men in showbiz take the stage.
Blue Man Group-Overjoy The World
All Ages
If you want something totally different from the usual Christmas carol vibes, Blue Man Group’s holiday twist, Overjoy the World, delivers big time. Their iconic drumming, comedy, and neon chaos get a festive upgrade as they sneak holiday classics into the show. Think familiar tunes reimagined with PVC pipes, booming percussion, and that signature Blue Man weirdness we all secretly love. Some years, they even drop holiday videos, including a wild “Dreidel, Dreidel” remix that proves Hanukkah can rock just as hard. It’s loud, colorful, funny, and 100% Blue Man Group. It is perfect for families who like their holiday cheer with a side of glow-in-the-dark madness.
Las Vegas Christmas Activities
Magical Forest At Opportunity Village
One of the most charming holiday events in Las Vegas is Magical Forest at Opportunity Village, and after visiting, I totally get why families rave about it. The moment you walk in, you’re surrounded by sparkling lights, festive music, decorated trees, rides, and sweet treats everywhere you look. The kids were instantly hooked. Bouncing between the carousel, the mini coaster, and every adorable holiday photo spot they could find, while we soaked in the cozy Christmas atmosphere (with hot cocoa in hand, obviously).
Even better, Magical Forest supports Opportunity Village, an amazing organization that provides programs and services for adults with disabilities in Las Vegas. So you’re not just enjoying a holiday night out, you’re helping give back to the community.
If your family loves lights, whimsy, and joyful holiday energy, Magical Forest is one to add to your Vegas Christmas must-do list.
Glittering Lights
Glittering Lights at Las Vegas Motor Speedway is a drive-thru holiday tradition that turns the desert into a glowing winter wonderland. With 2.5 miles of dazzling displays and over six million lights, it’s one of the most magical (and easy!) family Christmas outings in Vegas.
Drive through in your own car or hop on the Santa Tram, sip hot cocoa, snack on kettle corn, and soak in the sparkle. Whether you go once or grab a season pass, Glittering Lights is a must-do for holiday fun in Las Vegas.
Enchant Las Vegas
Enchant Las Vegas turns the Las Vegas Ballpark into a sparkling holiday fantasy, and yes, Vegas somehow manages to outshine the North Pole. Every year, there is a new theme, complete with fun scavenger mazes to “save Christmas.” Kids can zoom down the new snow slide, lace up for the glowing ice-skating trail, shop the artisan-filled Enchant Village, and visit Santa for photos and story time. With festive treats, oversized light sculptures, and enough shimmer to make Rudolph squint, Enchant Las Vegas is one of the most magical Christmas experiences in the city.
Bellagio Conservatory & Fountains
he Bellagio goes full holiday show-off mode every year, and honestly, we’re here for it. From mid-November through early January, the Bellagio Conservatory transforms into a massive winter wonderland packed with jaw-dropping scenes made entirely of real flowers, trees, and plants. You can easily spend an hour wandering through the displays, discovering new details every few steps. And when you’re done soaking in the floral magic, step outside to the Bellagio Fountains, where the iconic water show dances to holiday classics like Santa Baby and Carol of the Bells. It’s classic Vegas sparkle with serious Christmas spirit. No ticket required. That's right, it is a free Vegas activity!
Oasis Ice Rink At Fontainebleau
Fontainebleau is not playing around. This place decided the desert needed ice, and boom, the Oasis Pool becomes a full-on skating rink for the holidays. The “Oasis Ice Rink” comes with cozy fire pits, weekly holiday movie nights, and all the winter vibes you didn’t know you needed in Vegas. It’s posh, festive, and the perfect spot to twirl around under the Strip lights without melting into the pavement.
Stranger Things Store
I always recommend the Stranger Things Store to families, because not only will kids and teens love it, but it is also FREE. It is definitely a great activity during the spooky season, but if you are like us, you don't mind a little spook sprinkled into your holiday season.
The Upside Down gets festive too! The Stranger Things Store is a great way to spend a cold day in Vegas with the kids. There are numerous interactive scenes, photo opportunities, and a cool store filled with merchandise.
Area 15
Area15 turns the holidays into something deliciously offbeat, with creepy Christmas art installations, glowing immersive displays, and just the right amount of “wait, what did we just walk into?” wonder. Instead of the same old tinsel and toy soldiers, you’ll find spooky-meets-festive décor, interactive exhibits, holiday pop-ups, themed drinks, and even ice skating under twinkling lights. Not to mention, it is one of the best arcades in Vegas. Add in Omega Mart and the other mind-bending attractions, and suddenly you’ve got a Christmas outing where your kids are convinced they’ve stepped into another dimension. Honestly, they kind of have. It’s weird, it’s magical, it’s totally unique to Vegas, and it’s the perfect holiday adventure for families who like their Christmas with a twist.
Check out our day at Omega Mart & Area 15:
Las Vegas Christmas Hotels
Christmas Suite At Westgate
If you’re looking to take your Vegas Christmas to the next level, the Christmas Suite at the Westgate is on our radar. Decked out with twinkling lights, garland, ornaments, and festive flair everywhere you look, this suite promises a full-on holiday experience in the heart of the Strip. It is also home to the prettiest Benihana I have ever been to! It is one of our favorite Vegas family restaurants and we try to go there often.
Year-round Westgate offers some awesome family suites for a Las Vegas hotel. And here’s the fun twist… Westgate is also known as one of the most haunted hotels in Las Vegas, so you get a little spooky charm mixed in with your sparkle. Cocoa in hand, lights all around, and maybe a ghost or two? That’s our kind of Christmas vibe.
Christmas Suite At Venetian
Step into the Christmas Suite at The Venetian and suddenly, you’re in a holiday wonderland straight out of a luxury magazine. This isn’t just a decorated room, it’s a full-on festive experience. Imagine a seven-foot designer Christmas tree sparkling with candy-themed ornaments and twinkle lights, perfectly skirted for all your gifts. Two custom-embroidered stockings are ready for your family (filled with Sugarfina treats, chocolate bars, and holiday cookies), while a cute holiday bear lounges on the bed and a candy cane balloon tower adds extra whimsy.
Add in a small floral arrangement, chocolate fudge cupcakes, and a candy cane cake plate, and you’ve got a suite that’s basically Santa-approved. It’s Christmas glamour, Las Vegas style. It is perfect for families who want to feel fully immersed in the holiday magic without ever leaving their room.
Christmas Decor Galore
In Las Vegas, Christmas isn’t subtle; it’s full-on, over-the-top, and absolutely fabulous. Almost every hotel, especially our favorite family-friendly hotels on the Strip goes all out, turning lobbies, pools, and even casino floors into full-blown winter wonderlands. Think towering trees, sparkling garland, twinkling lights, and ornaments on a scale that makes your Pinterest board look tiny. Whether you’re wandering through a life-size gingerbread house, snapping pics by a candy cane tower, or just gazing at the glow of hundreds of holiday bulbs, Vegas hotels know how to make Christmas feel epic. It’s one part spectacle, one part magic, and all parts unforgettable for kids and adults alike.
Las Vegas at Christmas is truly a wonderland for families, and as you can see, there’s no shortage of festive fun for kids of all ages. From dazzling holiday lights and whimsical shows to themed suites and interactive experiences, the city really knows how to make the season magical. Whether you’re chasing Santa photos, catching a holiday performance, or just wandering through the Strip soaking up the sparkle, Vegas delivers memories that your family will treasure for years.
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Also, check out my Las Vegas family travel guides, and if you’re dreaming of exploring beyond the Strip, head over to my Nevada family travel guide for more kid-friendly adventures across the Silver State.
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