Holiday Happenings 2023: Where to celebrate in Southern Nevada

LAS VEGAS (KTNV) — Holiday season is underway, which means lots of special activities and events are popping up around the valley as well as special menus and unique treats to try. We rounded up a look at what's going on as we head into the end of 2023. Several organizations are also hosting community drives across the valley and collecting donations for various nonprofits. Some businesses are also hosting events raising money for charity. You can find more information on those drives here.

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Henderson - Ethel M Chocolates

• The Holiday Cactus Garden Lights are back at Ethel M Chocolates in Henderson. The holiday lights opened on Nov. 3 and run through Dec. 31. They'll be open from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. It costs $2 per person with proceeds benefitting Three Square Food Bank and HELP of Southern Nevada. You can learn more here.

Henderson - Water Street Plaza

• City officials will host their annual tree lighting on Nov. 30 at 5 p.m. followed by a drone show at 6:45 p.m. The event is free for spectators and is located on Water Street Plaza.
• On Dec. 1, Henderson officials will host the Holiday Light Parade, which passes by Water Street Plaza. The event is free for spectators and is scheduled to start at 6:30 p.m.
• On Dec. 2, city officials will host a Hawaiian Christmas Concert with Kalani Pe'a. That's at the Water Street Plaza Amphitheater and is scheduled to start at 7 p.m. Tickets are $15 and can be purchased here.
• Due to popular demand, the Djangobells Christmas Concert returns on Dec. 8 with live performances by the John Jorgenson Quintet and Tatiana Eva Marie. Tickets cost $15 and can be purchased here.

Henderson - Heritage Park

• City officials are hosting a Merry Grinchmas, Bark In The Park event on Dec. 2 and Dec. 23. Participants will be able to meet the Grinch and take photos with their pups. There will also be special treats and pop-up agility courses for pets to enjoy. Registration is $4 per pup in advance and $5 on the day of the event. Organizers said they will accept cash only. The event is scheduled to run from 10 a.m. to noon on both days.
• On Dec. 16, city officials will host the Candy Cane Festival at the Heritage Park Aquatic Complex. There will be games, bounce houses, treats, and an underwater candy cane hunt. Kids can also write and mail a letter to Santa. Parents must be in the water with children that are under eight years old. The event is scheduled to run from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. Admission is $5 or it is free if you bring a new or gently used coat that can be donated to a local nonprofit.

Henderson - Valley View Recreational Center

• City officials will host Wrap It Up Wednesday events on Dec. 6, Dec. 13, and Dec. 20. The event is scheduled for 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. It's open for children that are between five and 12 years old. Officials said children will be able to craft a unique project for family members for the holidays and design their own wrapping paper. That costs $2 and more information can be found here.
• There will also be a Griswold Family Holiday Party on Dec. 8 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. The event costs $6 per person. There will be family activities like cornhole, Pictionary, barrel pong, photo ops, and a tree lighting. Light refreshments will be provided. Children under five must be accompanied by an adult.
• On Dec. 16, kids can stop by Santa's Workshop at the Valley View Recreation Center. The event runs from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. and costs $20. Kids can play games, make a take-home present, design their own wrapping paper, and have pizza for lunch. Registration is required by Dec. 10. You can find more information here.

Henderson - Henderson Multigenerational Center

• City officials will host a Cosmic Swim Winter Wonderland on Dec. 8. That's from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. and will include music, lights, and glow gear. It costs $5 and more information can be found here.

Henderson - Black Mountain Recreation Center

• Young artists between 5 and 12 years old can stop by for a Paint and Pizza North Pole Party on Dec. 8. That's scheduled to run from 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. That includes a play snowball fight, polar bear crafts, and a glimpse of Santa's elves. They can also paint an Arctic scene while sipping hot cocoa and dinner is included. It costs $20 and registration is required at least one week in advance, due to limited space. You can learn more here.
• On Dec. 9, families can stop by to get photos with Santa. It's from 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. and costs $3. You can learn more here. If you have pets, they can get puppy pictures with Santa from 10:30 a.m. to noon, which also costs $3. You can learn more about pet photos here.

Henderson - Bird Viewing Preserve

• Families can take a tour around the Bird Preserve with Santa as a tour guide on Dec. 9. After the tour, you can also drink a cup of hot chocolate and create a bird ornament. That's scheduled to run from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. and is for kids that are five to 10 years old. It costs $10 and you can learn more here.
• The Bird Preserve is hosting a Winter Solstice event on Dec. 17. You can enjoy refreshments, learn about the solstice, and make crafts like bird feeders out of oranges, roll honeycomb beeswax candles, and decorate wintery lanterns. It costs $10 and is for kids that are at least eight years old. The event is scheduled to run from 10 a.m. to noon.

Henderson - Whitney Ranch Recreation Center

• On Dec. 16, families can stop by the Whitney Ranch Recreation Center for a light breakfast before the annual reindeer games, toy making in Santa's workshop and holiday story telling. There will also be photo ops with Santa. It costs $10 per person and you must register by Dec. 13.

Henderson - Downtown Recreation Center

• City officials will host Mini Golf with Santa at the Downtown Recreation Center on Dec. 16. It costs $10 and is scheduled to run from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. It's a nine-hole golf course and tee time is every 30 minutes. You can learn more here.
• The Downtown Recreation Center will also host a How The Grinch Stole Christmas Escape Room from Dec. 16 through Dec. 21. Each reservation can be for up to 10 people. It costs $15 per person and you must register before Dec. 9. You can learn more here.

Henderson - Cornerstone Park

• The Reindeer Dash 5K Run and 1-Mile Walk is coming to Cornerstone Park on Dec. 16. The course will run from Cornerstone Park to Pittman Wash Trail. Souvenir T-shirts are guaranteed for the first 300 participants. All fitness levels are welcome. It starts at $25 for people participating in the run and $20 for those participating in the walk. Packet pickup will be on Dec. 14 from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. or Dec. 15 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Henderson - Clark County Museum

• County officials are getting ready to host a free annual Heritage Holidays event. That is scheduled for Dec. 8 and Dec. 9 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the museum, which is located at 1830 South Boulder Highway. You'll be able to see decorated historical homes, do holiday caroling, meet Santa, check out the Discovery Children's Museum craft tent, and eat cookies and drink hot chocolate. You can learn more by calling 702-455-7955 or by visiting the museum website.

Henderson - Green Valley Ranch Resort Spa & Casino

• Casino officials at Green Valley Ranch Resort Spa & Casino are bringing back Winter At The Terrace this holiday season. Starting on Nov. 24, guests can enjoy the holiday-themed pop-up lounge, which is located at the resort's Lobby Terrace. There will be igloos, fire pits, lights, music, and photo opportunities. It will be open on Sunday through Thursday from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. and on Friday and Saturday from 4 p.m. to 11 p.m. through December. In January and February, the lounge will be open on Friday and Saturday from 4 p.m. to 11 p.m. Reservations are recommended and you can learn more about pricing here.

Henderson - The District at Green Valley Ranch

• Congregation Ner Tamid, Chabad of Henderson, and Midbar Kodesh are co-sponsoring Hanukkah Lighting In The District on Dec. 12. The event will feature a Grand Menorah lighting, a Dancing Dreidels show, donuts, music, and more. The event is scheduled to start at 5:30 p.m.

Henderson - The Dollar Loan Center

• The G League Ignite are teaming up with Congregation Ner Tamid and Chabad of Henderson to co-host Hanukkah Night at the Dollar Loan Center on Dec. 14. CNT's Canton Hutchings and CNT's Junior Cantos will sing the National Anthem. The game is scheduled to start at 7 p.m. and tickets can be purchased for $18.

Henderson - M Resort

• The Rockin' Christmas drive-thru light experience by World of Illumination is coming to the M Resort. The experience opens on Nov. 17 and runs through Dec. 31. Tickets cost $40 per carload. You can learn more here.

Henderson - Lake Las Vegas

• Lake Las Vegas is hosting holiday fun on Dec. 9. The Christmas & Clydesdales Winter Brew Festival starts at 1 p.m. at The Village. There will be seasonal brews and a beer garden that is open to guests that are at least 21 years old. There will also be carriage rides, which will run from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Tickets start at $50. The annual golf cart parade is scheduled to start at 5 p.m. The golf cart parade is free and open to the public.

North Las Vegas - City Hall

• The City of North Las Vegas is hosting an annual holiday tree lighting event on Thursday, Nov. 30 at Liberty Park in front of City Hall. The free event will feature performances by the Legacy High School Orchestra, Ballet Folklorico Halcones de Jim Bridger Middle School, Anahi Lucero, Civica Academy Caroling Choir & Cheerleaders, and the Las Vegas Academy of the Arts, Academy Singers. North Las Vegas Mayor Pamela Goynes-Brown will also read a holiday story and there will be an appearance by Santa. The fun is scheduled to start at 5 p.m.
• North Las Vegas officials are also hosting a toy giveaway at Liberty Part at North Las Vegas City Hall on Dec. 22. The event is scheduled to start at 8:30 a.m. and is scheduled to last through noon or while supplies last. There will also be free cookies and hot chocolate.

North Las Vegas - Silver Mesa Recreation Center

• North Las Vegas officials are hosting Breakfast With Santa at the Silver Mesa Recreation Center on Dec. 16. There will be a pancake breakfast, live entertainment, face painting, arts and crafts, and raffles. You must register in advance because the event is limited to 200 guests. It costs $3. You can learn more by calling 702-633-2550 or by visiting the city's website.
• The Silver Mesa Recreation Center is also hosting a Senior Winter Dance on Dec. 15. The event is for those that are at least 55 years old and the event is free. There will be food, dancing, and games. The event is scheduled to run from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.

North Las Vegas - Neighborhood Recreation Center

• City officials are hosting Tacos With Santa on Dec. 19 There will also be arts and crafts. The free event is scheduled to run from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.

North Las Vegas - Aliante Library

• Aliante Library is hosting the Nevada Chamber Orchestra Holiday Concert on Dec. 20. The free event is scheduled to start at 7:30 p.m. and wrap up at 8:30 p.m.

Summerlin - Downtown Summerlin

• Downtown Summerlin is once again hosting the Holiday Parade as well as the Rock Rink outdoor skating rink. The holiday parade will run every Friday and Saturday evening at 6 p.m. from Nov. 17 through Dec. 16. It runs along Park Centre Drive.
• The Santa Chalet is located in the Macy's Promenade and is open daily through Dec. 24. Photo packages are $43. Santa offers photos with pets on Tuesdays from Nov. 21 through Dec. 19 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. and on Dec. 9 from 10 a.m. to noon. Kids can also drop off letters to Santa at the Santa Chalet. For every letter received, Downtown Summerlin will donate $1 to the Goodie Two Shoes Foundation, which provides free shoes and socks to disadvantaged children.
• Hours vary at the Rock Rink skating rink and skate rentals start at $16. Appointments are encouraged. Downtown Summerlin's holiday train offers rides throughout the destination for $5 per person. You can learn more here.

Summerlin - Las Vegas Ballpark

• Enchant is returning to the Las Vegas Ballpark. It opens on Nov. 24 and runs through Dec. 31. Tickets are $35 for adults and $25 for kids. The event includes an all-new light maze, ice skating, a holiday village with artisan vendors and boutiques, and the chance to meet Santa. You can learn more or buy tickets here.

Las Vegas - Las Vegas Motor Speedway

• Glittering Lights is returning for the 23rd year in the Las Vegas Valley. It will be open through Jan. 7. It costs $39 per car, per entry. From Nov. 23 through Dec. 23, you can hop aboard the Santa Tram. Santa will also be available for free photos. There will be decorations, games, and other holiday-themed photo opportunities. Reservations are required for the Santa Tram, which is $25 per person. You can learn more about Glittering Lights here.

Las Vegas - Pavilion Center Pool

• The Pavilion Center Pool, located at 101 North Pavilion Center Drive, is hosting a Winter Wonderland Swim Party on Dec. 9. The event is scheduled to run from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. You can take a photo with Santa, make ornaments at Santa's workshop, and try hot chocolate. You can also bring a new, unwrapped toy to be donated. The Nevada Desert Mermaids synchronized swim club is also have a special holiday performance at 5 p.m. It costs $4 per person and no passes will be accepted. You can call 702-229-1488.

Las Vegas - Centennial Hills Active Adult Center

• The City of Las Vegas is hosting a Tinsel & Tidings Tree Trimming Party at the Centennial Hills Active Adult Center on Nov. 28. That's located at 6601 North Buffalo Drive. The event is free and open to those that are at least 50 years old. City officials are inviting the public to bring their extra holiday decorations to help decorate the tree in the center lobby. That's from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m.
• City officials said they will also host a gingerbread house making event for those that are at least 50 years old. That's scheduled for Nov. 30 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The event costs $15 and all materials will be provided. Advance registration is required for the gingerbread making event because space is limited. You can call 702-229-1702 for more information.
• A holiday luncheon is scheduled for Dec. 13 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. That's for adults that are at least 50 years old and costs $10 per person. Advance registration is required because space is limited. You can call 702-229-1702 to register.

Las Vegas - Floyd Lamb Park at Tule Springs

• City officials are hosting the Ward 6 Cowboy Christmas & Classic Car Show on Dec. 2 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. That's at Floyd Lamb Park at Tule Springs, which is located at 9200 Tule Springs Road. In addition to the car show, there will be art in the park, holiday vendors, youth entertainment, food trucks, and holiday activities. To participate in the car show, you can sign up here. The car show registration fee is an unwrapped gift or $25 gift card appropriate for foster children.

Las Vegas - Cimarron Rose Community Center

• Over at the Cimarron Rose Community Center, they're hosting the Polar Express. They are located at 5591 North Cimarron Road. It costs $5 per ticket in advance and $7 at the door on the night of the performance, if seats are available. The train will depart at 6 p.m. on Dec. 13 through Dec. 15. The outdoor covered sport court will be transformed into a train car. There is entertainment, a cookie, hot chocolate, and a visit from Santa. It's limited to 220 guests per night. Ages two and up must have a ticket. They must be purchased by Dec. 11. You can call 702-229-1607 for more information.

Las Vegas - The Cobblestone Cottage

• Ward 2 residents are invited to join Councilwoman Victoria Seaman for a holiday celebration on Dec. 7 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. That will be at The Cobblestone Cottage, which is located at 7795 West Sahara Avenue, Suite 108. There will be hors d'oeuvres, wine and a Christmas ornament giveaway, while supplies last. Advance registration is required. You can RSVP to ward2@lasvegasnevada.gov by Dec. 1.

Las Vegas - Cox Communications

• Ward 5 Councilman Cedric Crear is partnering up with Cox Communications to host a holiday lighting event on Nov. 30 at 4:30 p.m. That will be in the Cox Communications parking light, located at 1700 Vegas Drive at Martin L. King Jr. Boulevard. There will be decorations, music, children's craft projects, and refreshments.

Las Vegas - Liberty Baptist Church

• Liberty Baptist Church is hosting their annual Christmas Experience on Dec. 3 from 4:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. They're located at 6501 West Lake Mead Boulevard. The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department will also be there to help give away free Christmas trees. According to event organizers, the trees will be given to the first 150 families to stop by the event.

Las Vegas - Lieburn Senior Center

• The Lieburn Senior Center, located at 6230 Garwood Avenue, will host a Holiday Tea on Dec. 13, which is for adults that are at least 50 years old. There will be high tea with fresh scones, savories and pastries. Advance registration is required and is costs $8 per person. Registration is open until the event is full. You can register here or at the center.

Las Vegas - Charleston Heights Arts Center

• The Contemporary West Dance Theatre's "A Cool Yule" Holiday Celebration is scheduled for Dec. 15 through Dec. 16. There will be performances at 7 p.m. on each night at the Charleston Heights Arts Center, which is located at 800 South Brush Street. Tickets cost between $15 through $30. You can buy tickets here.

Las Vegas - Opportunity Village

• The Magical Forest at Opportunity Village has officially opened for the 2023 holiday season! Since 1992, the Magical Forest has been bringing the holiday spirit to the Las Vegas valley. Admission includes unlimited rides, midway games, mini golf, the Magical Forest holiday lights walking path, and trips on the Forest Express train. The park will open on select evenings through November and Decembers. Tickets are on sale now at www.MagicalForest.com.

Las Vegas - Gilcrease Orchard

• Gilcrease Orchard will host their inaugural "Rudolph's Runderland Experience" on Friday, Dec. 22. According to event officials, it is a runner/walker/stroller-friendly 1-mile stroll and 5K race. It's scheduled to start at 5 p.m. and wrap up at 9:30 p.m. The race will also feature something called "Beyond 5 Senses". That "infuses course features and experiences that are designed to stimulate parallel excitement across all five basic human senses to create a welcoming experience that everyone can enjoy including people who are blind and/or deaf". For example, there will be talking signs on the course, people singing carols on the course, music by the Broken Spectacles, a Las Vegas-based all-blind member band, and touching ice-carved polar bears. About 50 people from the blind community will run the course with about 350 sighted people. To celebrate the. event, Beyond Limits Running is donating $20,000 to Blind Center of Nevada. You can learn more here.

Las Vegas - Veterans Memorial Community Center

• City officials are hosting a Christmas Toy Drive & Classic Car Show on Dec. 2. It's scheduled to be in the parking lot of the Veterans Memorial Community Center, which is located at 101 North Pavilion Center Drive. All gifts collected will be distributed to children in need across the valley. You can also take a photo with Santa. If you would like to show your vehicle, you must register here by Nov. 25. You can also call 702-229-1100 for more information.
• They will also be a Family Fun Night with cookie decorating and bingo on Dec. 15. That's scheduled to run from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Space is limited and advance registration is required. You can call 702-229-1100 for more information and click here to register.

Las Vegas - East Las Vegas Community Center

• A Ward 3 Senior Holiday Luncheon is scheduled for Dec. 8 from noon to 2 p.m. at the East Las Vegas Community Center, which is located at 250 North Eastern Avenue. The event is open to Ward 3 residents that are at least 55 years old. There will be a free holiday meal, music, raffle, and prizes. Advance registration is required and are open until Dec. 6 or until the event is full. You can register here or call 702-229-4623 for more information.
• The community center will also host the Ward 3 Annual Posada on Dec. 16. That is scheduled to run from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and is free and open to all ages. There will be entertainment, traditional food vendors, children's activities, and community booths.

Las Vegas - Cashman Park

• Clark County Commissioner Justin Jones and Acelero Learning are hosting "A Holiday To Remember" at Cashman Park on Saturday, Dec. 16. That's located at 3100 South Warnock Road. There will be a toy giveaway and free food, while supplies last, as well as a visit with Santa, face painting, balloon artists, bounce houses, a community resource fair, a vaccine/flu clinic, the CCSD Book Bus, and a diaper giveaway. The event is scheduled to start at 11 a.m. and wrap up around 2 p.m.

Las Vegas - South Premium Outlets

• Simon Premium Outlets said Santa visits will return to the South Premium Outlets this year. Starting on Nov. 24, families can get their photos taken with Santa. Hours vary and can be found here. Reservations are not required. Santa visits will be available until Christmas Eve. Event organizers said they will also host Hot Chocolate and Cookies with Santa and Mrs. Claus on Saturday, Dec. 9 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.

Las Vegas - The Meadows Mall

• JCPenney at The Meadows Mall is hosting pictures with Santa on Dec. 18, according to event organizers. Sessions are limited and must be made in advance. You can learn more here.

Las Vegas - Sand Dollar Lounge

• The Sand Dollar Lounge is once again being transformed into the Miracle On Spring Mountain, which is located at 3355 Spring Mountain Road. The Christmas-themed cocktail bar features over-the-top holiday decorations, which will be up from Nov. 20 through Dec. 31. The location in Downtown Las Vegas at The Plaza will be turned into Sippin' Santa On Main and feature holiday decor with a tropical twist. You can learn more about the Spring Mountain location here and the Downtown location here.

Las Vegas - Doolittle Community Center

• The Holiday Experience is coming to Doolittle Community Center on Dec. 20. That's located at 1950 North J Street and is scheduled to start at 6 p.m. That's for seniors that are at least 50 years old. A City of Las Vegas senior programs membership and advance registration is required by Dec. 18. Registration closes when the event is full. The tour leaves at 6 p.m. sharp so organizers said you should get there early. You can call 702-229-6125 to register.
• The community center is also hosting a Noon Day Even Countdown Celebration on Dec. 29 at 10 a.m. The event is also for seniors that are at least 50 years old. There will be music, games, and fun. Advance registration is required by Dec. 27 and closes when full. You can also call 702-229-6125.

Las Vegas - UnCommons

• From Dec. 1 through Dec. 18, UnCommons will be collecting donations for the Firefighters of Southern Nevada Burn Foundation's "Fill The Fire Truck" toy drive. You can donate new, unwrapped toys to collection stations, which will be in The Quad, at The Sundry, and located throughout the campus inside the BDO and Morgan Stanley office buildings.
• On Dec. 17, The Sundry will host Brunch With Santa. That's from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. You can make reservations on The Sundry's website.
• The Sundry will also host gingerbread house decorating workshop on Dec. 18 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. and on Dec. 20 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. The workshops are for kids that are between six and 12 years old. Tickets are $50 and you can buy tickets here.
• The Sundry will also host a holiday party on Dec. 21 from 6 p.m. to 9 p..m. The event is for people that are at least 21 years old. Tickets cost $50 and it includes an all-you-can-eat buffet-style dinner experience, participation in a White Elephant gift exchange, and an ugly sweater competition.

Las Vegas - West Las Vegas Library Theater

• City officials are hosting a Kwanzaa Celebration and Rites Of Passage Graduation on Dec. 30. That's scheduled to run from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the West Las Vegas Library Theater, which is located at 951 West Lake Mead Boulevard. There will be an African libation, a performance by the West Las Vegas Arts CEnter Drum Ensemble, an elder community honor, and graduation for girls and boys in the Rites Of Passage Program.

Las Vegas - Illuminarium

• Illuminarium Las Vegas will be hosting a holiday Winter Wonderland Spectacular. It's scheduled to open on Dec. 1 and run through the holidays. Guests will be transported to a land of nutcrackers, jingle bells, and candy canes. Tickets start at $25 for locals and $35 for non-locals and are on sale now.

Las Vegas - AREA15

• Starting on Nov. 23, guests can watch The Nightmare Before Christmas at AREA15. Adult tickets also include one specialty cocktail that was inspired by the movie. Guests between 13 and 20 years old can also try special non-alcoholic beverages. There will also be "surprise and delight treats" throughout the screening. There will also be a photo moment with animatronic characters from the movie in AREA15's Spine. Adult tickets, for guests 13 and older, are $40. Children's tickets, for guests under 13, are $20. You can learn more and purchase tickets here.
• Area15 is hosting Dinner and a Movie on Dec. 3. Guests will be able to watch Elf along with a dinner that includes a Caesars salad, spaghetti and Bolognese served with a bottle of maple syrup, gumdrops, and more. The experience is for four guests and costs $180.
• On Dec. 1, AREA15 will host an Elf Rave in The Wall. That's for people that are at least 18 years old and tickets start at $15.

Las Vegas - Westgate Resort

• The Down Syndrome Organization of Southern Nevada is hosting its 35th annual Festival of Trees & Lights event at the Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino. A special community event is scheduled for Saturday, Nov. 25 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Guests will be able to view decorated Christmas trees and wreaths and take photos with Santa and his reindeer. The event is free. However, donations are welcomed. If you see a tree, wreath, or silent auction that you like, you can also bid online. More information can be found at the event or on the organization's website.

Las Vegas - Arizona Charlie's Decatur

• Arizona Charlie's Decatur will team up with 702 Night Market to host a "Grinchmas"-themed day market in its north parking lot. The free event will feature Las Vegas creators and artisans who are selling crafts, art, and food. There will also be live music from a local DJ, a raffle giveaway, and free face painting. That's scheduled to run from noon to 5 p.m.

Las Vegas - Las Vegas Natural History Museum

• The Las Vegas Natural History Museum is getting ready to open a holiday exhibition called "A December To Remember". It is scheduled to open on Dec. 1 with an opening showcase reception from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. It's open to the public and will include a Q&A sessions from the creators, sneak previews of upcoming workshops, a silent auction of holiday trees, musical entertainment from El Dorado High School and Broadway In The Hood. Tickets to the reception start at $15 and are on sale now. The exhibition is scheduled to last for six weeks and visitors can learn about holiday customs from different cultures including African American, Hawaiian, Filipino, Japanese, El Salvadoran, Scandinavian, Cuban, Mexican, Muslim, Italian, Christianity, Judaism, and Wiccan.

Downtown Las Vegas - Historic Fifth Street School

• City of Las Vegas officials are hosting the Tamales & Mariachi Festival on Dec. 2 at the Historic Fifth Street School, which is located at 401 South Fourth Street in Downtown Las Vegas. The event is scheduled to run from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and is free and open to the public. La Bonita Supermarkets will host a community tamalada, where you can learn how to make your own tamal. There will also be performances from several mariachi bands, including Mariachi Los Camperos, Mariachi Divas de Cindy Shea, Mariachi Alma del Sol, Edwin Origel Menxez, Mariachi de Canyon Springs, and Mariachi Acero. Parking will be available in the City Centre covered parking garage, which is accessible from Third Street and Clark Avenue. Fourth Street will be closed all day between Clark and Lewis Avenues starting on Dec. 2 at 6 a.m. to provide additional space for the festival. Parking is also available at the city garage at 500 South Main Street.
• They will also host Toyland - A Holiday Concert on Dec. 8 at 7 p.m. The event is free and open to the public. The Vegas City Opera and Vegas City Children's Chorus will perform during the 75-minute concert. Hot chocolate and cookies will also be available.

Downtown Las Vegas - Clark County Government Center

• City officials are hosting a holiday luncheon that is free and open to all community seniors that are at least 50 years old. That will be on Dec. 15 at 11 a.m. at the Clark County Government Center Pyramid, which is located at 500 South Grand Central Parkway. Advance registration is required by Dec. 13. You can call 702-229-6125 to register.
• Clark County will host its annual Christmas tree lighting on Dec. 11 at 5:30 p.m. That's at the outdoor amphitheater at the Clark County Government Center. This year, the tree will be lit up in red to honor the lives of the UNLV shooting victims. There will also be a moment of silence.

Downtown Las Vegas - Huntridge Circle Park

• City officials are hosting a Ward 3 Santa In The Circle & Cookie Exchange on Dec. 9. That's at Huntridge Circle Park, which is located at 1251 South Maryland Parkway. It's scheduled to run from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The event is free and open to the Huntridge Circle neighborhoods. There will be raffles, a visit with Santa, and entertainment by the Downtown Dance Conservatory and Mariachi los Gavilanes de Monaco Middle School, and activities in the park.

Downtown Las Vegas - Archwell Health

• The Doolittle Holiday Bingo & Cookie Exchange is scheduled for Dec. 12 at noon. That will be at Archwell Health, which is located at 921 West Owens Avenue, Suite 150 (at J Street). It costs $5 plus two dozen homemade cookies to share. Advance registration is required by Dec. 10. Registration closes when full. You can call 702-229-6125 to register.

Downtown Las Vegas - Circa Resort & Casino

• The Legacy Club at Circa is hosting the Jingle Bell Ball: A Holiday Soiree on Friday, Dec. 1 from 9 p.m. to midnight. Guests are encourage to wear "holiday chic formal attire" while celebrating with a live band, photo ops, and hors d'ouevres with holiday favorites and themed cocktails. Tickets are $150 per person and can be purchased here. The event is open to guests that are at least 21 years old.

Downtown Las Vegas - Golden Gate Hotel & Casino

• After being closed temporarily from Dec. 18 to Dec. 22, the Golden Gate will reopen with an open-bar holiday party on Saturday, Dec. 23, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Guests who don their best holiday attire will receive free drinks from BarProhibition! Later on in the evening, gaming patrons will also be able to vote in the property’s annual Santa’s Helper contest.

Las Vegas Strip - The Cosmopolitan

• The Cosmopolitan's Ice Rink is returning and is scheduled to open on Dec. 2. You can find more information on hours, prices and special events here.

Las Vegas Strip - Bellagio

• The Conservatory & Botanical Gardens will be transformed into "The Nutcracker." Each bed in the conservatory will showcase different moments from the iconic ballet. The display is scheduled to run from Dec. 2 through Jan. 2.

Las Vegas Strip - Mandalay Bay

• The Shark Reef Aquarium is transforming into "Santa In The Shipwreck." Santa will put on a SCUBA suit and plunge into the shipwreck exhibit along with his friend "Santa Jaws." That will be from Dec. 16 through Dec. 24. Santa Jaws appearances will take place every hour from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Diving Santa will check into the shipwreck exhibit daily at 4 p.m. Tickets for adults are $29 (timed entry) and $36 (anytime tickets). For children, tickets are $24 (timed entry) and $31 (anytime). That's for kids that are 5-12 years old. Children four and under are free. With each paid admission, officials said kids 12 and under can receive a free photo with Santa.

Las Vegas Strip - New York-New York

• Terry Fator: A Very Terry Christmas is returning to New York-New York. The special holiday-themed show will be on select dates from Nov. 24 through Dec. 30. The shows are scheduled for 7:30 p.m. Tickets start at $35. Guests are recommended to be 12 year or older to attend. Children under the age of five are not permitted.

Las Vegas Strip - Excalibur

• The Tournament Of Kings is bringing back their special holiday-themed show 'Twas The Knight. Holiday performances are scheduled to run from Nov. 22 through Dec. 25. The show is dark on Tuesdays as well as Wednesday, Nov. 29 and Wednesday, Dec. 6. Ticket start at $52 and are on sale now.

Las Vegas Strip - MGM Grand

• Stars from the WWE are bringing their Live Holiday Tour to the MGM Grand Garden Arena on Friday, Dec. 29. According to the event website, it will feature WWE World Heavyweight Champion Seth 'Freakin' Rollins vs Drew McIntyre vs Shinsuke Nakamura. The American Nightmare Cody Rhodes will also take on 'Dirty' Dominik Mysterio in a Last Man Standing Match. LA Knights will face Jimmy Uso in a Steel Cage Match plus Biana Belair will take on Charlotte Flair and WWE Women's Champion Iyo Sky. Tickets are on sale now and start at $26.

Las Vegas Strip - Museum Of Illusions

• On Dec. 9 and Dec. 10, the museum will be transformed into a Winter Wonderland. Guests can meet Santa from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. There will also be special backdrops for "one-of-a-kind photo opportunities". Ticket prices start at $28. On Dec. 14, museum officials announced they will also offer the Winter Wonderland experience from Dec. 19 through Dec. 21, from noon to 3 p.m.

Boulder City - Lake Mead National Recreation Area

• Adventurous holiday fans can go rafting with Santa. Hoover Dam Rafting Adventures is offering a chance to travel 12 miles along the Colorado River with Santa and his helpers. Trips will be available from Dec. 21 through Dec. 24. It costs $125 for guests 16 and older. It's $110 for children that are between 5 and 15 years old. That doesn't include the $15 National Park entrance fee. Tours leave at 10 a.m. and tickets include the trip, ground transportation from Lake Mead RV Village, gifts for each passenger, a boxed lunch and bottled water for a picnic stop, and cookies, hot chocolate and Christmas music at Willow Beach Marina, where the trip ends. You can learn more or make reservations here.

Boulder City - Historic Boulder Theatre

• The Historic Boulder Theatre is hosting "A Polar Express Dance Extravaganza" on Dec. 9. There are dance performances scheduled for 2 p.m. and 4:30 p.m. Tickets are $25.

Boulder City - Elaine K. Smith Center

• The Red Mountain Music Company is hosting their "Comfort & Joy" choir concert on Dec. 15 and Dec. 16. That will be at the Elaine K. Smith Center, which is located at 700 Wyoming Street.

Boulder City - Nevada State Railroad Museum

• The Nevada State Railroad Museum is bringing back Santa Trains this holiday season. There will be multiple trains departing the station through Dec. 23. Tickets are $10 and area available first-come, first-served on the day of the event. You can also purchase tickets at their ticket office on Saturdays and Sundays between 9:30 a.m. and 4 p.m. You can learn more here.
• The Friends of Nevada Southern Railway are hosting the North Pole Express through Dec. 20. Tickets must be purchased in advance since all seating is reserved. Event officials said e-tickets can be bought here.

Pahrump - Pahrump Nugget Hotel and Casino

• The Pahrump Nugget Hotel and Casino will host the 10th annual lighting of the community Christmas tree on Saturday, Nov. 25 at 6 p.m. Cookies, cocoa, coffee and carolers will spread holiday cheer and guests will also have the chance to take a photo with Santa and Mrs. Claus. The festivities will be in the southwest corner of the Pahrump Nugget parking lot.

Laughlin - Colorado River

• The Laughlin and Bullhead Area Chambers of Commerce are hosting the "Christmas on the Colorado Boat Parade" on Dec. 16. The boats will launch from Bullhead Community Park and travel north to the Laughlin Bridge and turn around to pass by Laughlin's resort corridor. There will be food trucks, vendors, exhibits, crafts, and a chance to meet Santa at Bullhead City Community Park, which is located at 1251 Highway 95. The fun kicks off at 5 p.m. and the parade is scheduled to start at 6:30 p.m.

Mesquite - Mesquite Fine Arts Center

• The Mesquite Fine Arts Center is hosting the VVAA Annual Christmas Boutique. That's through Dec. 29. The boutique features local artisans and is open on Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.