Las Vegas may feel like a holiday on any day of the year, but they plan several events around holidays to make the time even more special. Though shows generally remain unchanged through holidays, casinos and other businesses take the time to help their customers get in the spirit. Crowds in Vegas swell during holiday seasons, so book plane tickets and hotel rooms early if you're planning a trip.
Christmas in Las Vegas is a magical time for children and adults. Families can take a stroll through the Magical Forest at Opportunity Village, where there's live music, hot cider and the opportunity to visit Santa Claus amidst the decorated trees and displays. You can even ride an Enchanted Carousel or the Forest Express Train. The event lasts from the end of November until the end of December. If you want to go caroling, you can take a drive to the Sagebrush Ranch off exit 80 on I-15. They'll take you on a horse-drawn carriage or cart tour for almost an hour, and then you can stay for a homestyle meal. They do tours from right after Thanksgiving until two days before Christmas.
Almost every casino and hotel in Las Vegas offers some type of Halloween Ball. Participants dress up and go to the party, then eat, drink, dance and enjoy live music. Halloween costume parties also mean costume competitions, where you can win money for having the best costume in the house. Themes and times change each year, so it's best to check with the casino events calendar if you want to attend a Halloween Ball.
Head out to The Village at Lake Las Vegas to enjoy fireworks, food and live music. They even offer cruises for tourists who want to enjoy the water. Since so many travelers come to Vegas during Independence Day, most casinos have a fireworks show and party for attendees.
