What’s Posted for 2026 So Far
The biggest holiday programs in 2026 are off the Strip. Downtown Summerlin opens its Santa Chalet, ice rink and holiday train on Nov 13. Town Square lights its tree on Nov 14.
On the Strip, Forum Shops and Crystals have posted 2026 holiday hours. Both are open on Thanksgiving and Christmas Day. Fashion Show closes on Thanksgiving and opens early on Black Friday.
Several dates were not posted as of Nov 5, 2026. That includes the Bellagio Conservatory holiday display and any Grand Canal Shoppes holiday events.
Bellagio Conservatory Holiday Display
The Conservatory’s fall display runs through Saturday, Nov 7, 2026, according to FOX5 and VegasChanges. The conservatory changes its display five times a year, and winter is one of them.
Bellagio had not posted a 2026 holiday display opening date as of Nov 5. Expect a short closure while crews change displays over.
Las Vegas Wonders says the conservatory is free and generally open around the clock outside changeovers. It sits inside Bellagio at 3600 Las Vegas Blvd S, near the Via Bellagio shops.
Strip Malls: Holiday Hours for 2026
The Forum Shops at Caesars Palace
- Thanksgiving, Nov 26: 10am to 9pm
- Christmas Eve, Dec 24: 10am to 9pm
- Christmas Day, Dec 25: 10am to 10pm
- New Year’s Eve, Dec 31: 10am to 6pm
- New Year’s Day, Jan 1, 2027: 10am to 10pm
The Shops at Crystals
- Thanksgiving, Nov 26: 11am to 9pm
- Black Friday, Nov 27: 10am to 10pm
- Christmas Eve, Dec 24: 11am to 9pm
- Christmas Day, Dec 25: 10am to 10pm
- New Year’s Eve, Dec 31: 11am to 5pm
- New Year’s Day, Jan 1, 2027: 10am to 10pm
Fashion Show Las Vegas
Closed on Thanksgiving, Nov 26. Open 9am to 9pm on Black Friday, Nov 27. Christmas and New Year’s hours were not posted yet. Fashion Show offers Photos with Santa, booked through whereissanta.com; dates were not listed on its site.
Grand Canal Shoppes
Regular hours are Sunday to Thursday 10am to 9pm, Friday and Saturday 10am to 10pm. No 2026 holiday hours or events were posted. Call (702) 414-4525 to check.
Town Square: Tree Lighting and Santa
Santa’s Arrival Parade is on Saturday, Nov 14. The parade starts at 7pm, then Santa lights the tree. Expect Snow in the Square, entertainment and prizes.
Spend $10 or more at any Town Square merchant for a free glow item, one per receipt, while supplies last.
Photos with Santa, Nov 14 to Dec 24
- Nov 14: walk-up photos after the tree lighting.
- Nov 15 to Dec 23: reservations required. Closed Thanksgiving Day.
- Nov 15 to Dec 11: Mon to Thu 11am to 7pm, Fri and Sat 11am to 8pm, Sun noon to 7pm.
- Dec 24: walk-ins only, 9am to 6pm.
- Pets can visit Santa on Wednesdays.
Santa takes a daily break, so check the event page for exact times.
Downtown Summerlin: Parade, Santa and Ice Rink
- Holiday Parade: Fridays and Saturdays, Nov 20 to Dec 19, at 6pm. It ends with snow flurries and Santa. No parade on Black Friday, Nov 27.
- Santa Chalet: daily Nov 13 to Dec 24 on the Macy’s Promenade. Photo packages are sold, with early pricing Nov 13 to 25. Pet Nights run Tuesdays and Thursdays, Nov 17 to Dec 17. A sensory-friendly session is Dec 5, 10am to noon.
- The Rock Rink: outdoor skating Nov 13 to Jan 18, 2027. Skate rentals are $22. Hours vary, and booking ahead is encouraged.
- Jupiter Express Holiday Train: $7 per person, starting Nov 13.
- Hanukkah Celebration: Dec 6, 4pm to 6pm, with a menorah lighting. The menorah stays up in the Dining Arroyo Dec 4 to 12.
Drop letters for Santa at the chalet from Nov 13. Downtown Summerlin donates $1 per letter to the Goodie Two Shoes Foundation. Regular retail hours are Mon to Thu 10am to 8pm, Fri and Sat 10am to 9pm, Sun 11am to 7pm.
Plan Your Holiday Trip
- Shopping on Thanksgiving? Forum Shops and Crystals are open. Fashion Show is closed.
- Kids and Santa: Town Square and Downtown Summerlin both run Santa through Christmas Eve. Book ahead at Town Square from Nov 15.
- Last-minute Christmas Day gifts: Forum Shops and Crystals list 10am to 10pm on Dec 25.
- Bellagio fans: the holiday display date wasn’t posted on Nov 5, so check Bellagio’s site before you plan around it.
- Store hours vary. Mall hours don’t always match each tenant, so call ahead for a specific shop.