So
there’s not four feet of snow on the ground! Is that SUCH a bad thing? I mean, no
snow also means people aren’t slipping and sliding all over the road careening
into guardrails and those of you that have “tiny rodent dogs” can let them out
to potty! Still, if you’re used to a white Christmas, it can be a little hard
to get in the holiday spirit here in Las Vegas. DO NOT FEAR, there are plenty
of things to do in Vegas for Christmas
that will put a little pep in your step and jolly in your day J
Ethel M’s Cactus
Garden
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This
is my favorite place to go to get in the Christmas spirit! Really…and it’s FREE!
From 5-9pm daily you can wander down the paths of the amazingly transformed
cactus garden. Adorned with bazillions (I might be stretching it) of lights and
animated displays, you will have to walk it a few times to take it all in. Grab
some hot cocoa (you are at a chocolate factory after all) and enjoy the choirs
and carolers belting out Christmas music. This is one of the things to do in Vegas for Christmas that
you don’t want to miss!
Glitter Lights at Las
Vegas Motor
With
over 450 light displays featuring 2 million lights, this course is two and a
half miles of retina enticing entertainment. This is great for those of you
that THINK it’s cold in Vegas and don’t want to get out of your warm, comfortable
vehicles. This event begins with concession stands to help you further enjoy
your nearly hour long journey under the grandstands and around the track and
ends with a live Nativity scene. Tune in to holiday music that coincides with
the displays and rock out with your family. Watch the video for just a glimpse of your experience J $20 Fri – Sun; $15 Mon – Thur.
Bellagio
Conservatory
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Allergy
sufferers beware: This attraction is NOT FOR YOU! Featuring the cutest floral,
topiary polar bears you’ve ever seen and an 8,000 pound, 45 foot tall Christmas
tree, this winter wonderland will embrace all of your senses. Inhale the fragrant
blossoms, enjoy a beverage, listen to the music and sweep all of your problems
under the rug (if only for a moment)! The Conservatory’s holiday display is so
spectacular on so many levels that I’ve never known a person to leave in a bad
mood. Consider this free event, therapy at its finest!
Magical Forest at
Opportunity Village
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There
are some things to do in Las Vegas for
Christmas that scream “FUN” and this is one of them. The Magical Forest is
exactly that – MAGICAL. With mini-golf and the “Forest Express” passenger
train, this trip won’t be short. Millions of lights dance through hundreds of
trees while Santa busily works in his workshop to prepare for Christmas (photo
ops available, of course). There’s a gingerbread house display AND plenty of
food and entertainment. Adult general admission is $11, adult passport (all rides
and attractions) is $20; child general admission is $9, and child passport is
$18.
