Back by popular demand for its 19th year, the magical holiday lights display features over 3 million lights and welcomes more than 250,000 guests from near and far. Also returning: the fan-favorite, open-door Santa Tram, and, if you’re lucky, you might just get to see Ol’ Saint Nick. Tickets from $20.
Where: Las Vegas Motor Speedway
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Better known as the “Super Bowl of rodeo,” this isn’t just cowboys riding bulls, it also welcomes country’s biggest stars to the city’s biggest venues. For 10 days, 60 musicians, including top artists like Jason Aldean (Dec. 6 to 8, Park Theater) as well as country music legends George Strait (Dec. 6 and 7, T-Mobile Arena) and Reba McEntire (Dec. 4, 6 to 8, 10, 11 and 13) who hits the stage alongside Brooks & Dunn, take the city’s music scene by storm. Times, locations and prices vary.
When: 12/5-14
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No holiday season is complete without a trip to see Nevada Ballet Theatre’s beautiful rendition of the ballet, which follows Clara and her prince as they travel to the land of toy soldiers and meet playful mice and visitors from distant lands. Choreographed by James Canfield, the time-old classic is performed elegantly by NBT’s seasoned dancers. Times vary, tickets from $33.
When: 12/13-24
Where: Reynolds Hall
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Calling on cowboys and cowgirls, the rodeo is in town, and that means it’s time for a country music takeover. Hosted in celebration of the Wrangler National Finals Rodeo, the fourth annual event features headliner heartthrob Kip Moore, who’s joined by top country group Midland. Can we get a yeehaw? Tickets from $49.
When: 12/14 at 8 PM
Where: The Chelsea at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas
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The multigenre guitarist and vocalist known for his gritty vocals heads to Las Vegas for a one-night performance. Expect to hear hits from the recent album Reckless and from his popular 2016 release Down in a Hole, and spend the night engaged in his captivating storytelling. Tickets from $70.
When: 12/14 at 8 PM
Where: Rocks Lounge at Red Rock Casino Resort & Spa
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Top comedian and Monday Morning Podcast host Bill Burr had so much fun during his sold-out show in September that he’s decided to come back again for one night only. Grab this hot ticket while you can and prepare for an evening of nonstop laughter. Tickets from $49.
When: 12/21 at 8 PM
Where: The Chelsea at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas
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Live Nation’s concert lineup is so good this year that we’ve decided to make NYE an all-out, three-day affair. Here’s the rundown: Journey performs at The Colosseum (Dec. 27, 28, 30 and 31); Christina Aguilera struts her stuff at Zappos Theater (Dec. 27, 28, 30 and 31); Lady Gaga graces Park Theater with both her Enigma (Dec. 28 and 30) and Jazz & Piano (Dec. 31) performances; and Maroon 5 makes our hearts throb at Mandalay Bay (Dec. 30 and 31).
Pop the bubbly and get ready for an evening of indulgence and decadence— this New Year’s Ever celebration is unrivaled. Hosted on the resort’s 23rd floor and boasting the city’s best firework views, this is guaranteed to be a New Year’s Eve you’ll never forget. For tickets call 702.607.0608.
When: 12/31
Where: The Venetian Resort Las Vegas
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