The Las Vegas Christmas Guide page has information about this holiday, where to shop in Vegas, and what events are happening in Vegas during the Christmas season.  There will also be links and information to where to dine in Vegas on Christmas day. Just click on the colored links to visit that web site or web page.

 

 

 

Among the events going on for the Christmas season include the 5th annual Las Vegas Great Santa Claus Run on December 5th, 2009.  The Gift of Lights for 2009 contains millions of lights creating colorful Christmas displays is located at Sunset Park (Eastern and Sunset), 2601 East Sunset Road, Las Vegas, NV and runs Sunday through Thursday:  5:00pm - 9:00pm and Friday, Saturday & Holidays 5:00pm - 10:00pm. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

At the Tropicana, “Great Moments in Magic” , Xtreme Magic starring Dirk Arthur will be playing from Nov 26, 2009 - Dec 31, 2009.  To celebrate the holiday season, the magic show will include holiday music, seasonal magic tricks and more.  At the Mirage, A Very Terry Christmas starring Terry Fator will feature holiday impressions and puppets.

 

At the Cannery Casino and Hotel, The Fab will Presents A Beatles Christmas:  Dec. 4 - "A Very Pepper Christmas" and Dec. 5 - "Dreaming of A White Album Christmas at 8pm.

 

On December 5th at the Orleans Hotel and Casino, Trans-Siberian Orchestra will play 2 gigs at 3pm and 8pm.

 

At The Orleans Hotel and Casino. On December 6th wil be the Lee Greenwood's Tennessee Christmas Show at 8pm. 

 

Michael McDonald's This Christmas will be at the Star of the Desert Arena on Wednesday, December 9th at 8pm and Sara Evans will be at the same local on Friday, December 11th at 9pm.  Xtreme 107.5 presents Holiday Havoc 09 on December 11, 2009 at 8:00 PM at The Hard Rock Hotel and Casino featuring Alice in Chains, Dead by Sunrise and Smile Empty Soul.  Xtreme 107.5 presents Holiday Havoc 09 on December 12, 2009 at 8:00 PM with  Muse, Cage the Elephant, Paper Tongues & Afghan Raiders which is also at the Hard Rock.  Andrea Bocelli will play at the MGM Grand Garden Arena on December 12th at 8pm and will include songs from his new release "My Christmas." 

Asian Christmas Concert will be performed at The Orleans Hotel and Casino on Christmas Eve at 8:30pm.

Several of the outlets and malls by the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority are offering a special promotion called Shop 'Til It Is Show Time starting on Nov 29 and running through Dec 13, if you spented $500 or more at these outlets and malls, you receive 2 tickets to your choice of shows including the following Vegas shows: Phantom of the Opera, Blue Man Group, George Wallace, Donny & Marie, Penn & Teller, Peep Show or Human Nature.  There are restrictions on who qualifies including must have an out-of-state government issued ID.

 

Meadows Mall which is located at 4300 Meadows Lane, Las Vegas, Nevada 89107 has over 140 specialty retailers for the Christmas shopper.  Among the special Christmas events are Photos with Santa which has a coupon available and St. Nick's Pet Pics which also has a coupon available.

 

Crystals which is located at 3720 S Las Vegas Blvd., Las Vegas, Nevada 89109 offers Christmas shopping for luxury gifts.

 

The Forum Shops, and  Appian Way Shops  located in Caesars Palace, 3570 Las Vegas Blvd South, Las Vegas, NV 89109 has over 160 boutiques and shops for all your Christmas shopping needs.

 

TheFashion Show is another popular destination for Christmas shoppers.  It is located at 3200 Las Vegas Blvd S, Las Vegas, Nevada 89109-2692 and its telephone number is (702) 784-7000.  The Fashion Show is home to over 250 retail stores and includes 6 flagship department stores. The Photos with Santa is being offered between 11/27/2009 - 12/24/2009 and has a coupon and drawing which your child can color.  For your pets, there is St. Nick's Pet Pics which also has a coupon.  There is also theHoliday Mingle & Jingle on 12/2/09 which includes exclusive holiday shopping offers as well as cocktails, hors d'oeuvres and a special holiday runway show.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

BRAND Steakhouse & Lounge which is located at Monte Carlo Resort & Casino, 3770 Las Vegas Blvd. South, Las Vegas, NV 89109 has a special Christmas Eve and Christmas Day menu.  The holiday menu includes: SMOKED KUROBUTA PORK CHOP “HAM” with APRICOT GLAZED, BRAISED RED CABBAGE, SPICED DRIED FRUIT CHUTNEY for $28 or WHOLE ROASTED DOVER SOLE with TRUFFLE RISOTTO, PORT WINE BRAISED MUSHROOMS for $33.

 

Buffet at the Monte Carlo Resort & Casino, 3770 Las Vegas Blvd. South, Las Vegas, NV 89109 has a Christmas menu.  The menu includes: Roasted Turkey, Whipped Sweet Potatoes, Challah Bread Stuffing with Fig and Chestnuts, Mashed Yukon Potatoes, Brown Gravy, Grilled Swordfish, Eggplant Caviar, Port Reduction, Muscato Braised Baby  Parsnips, Long Grain Rice, Cranberry, Pine Nuts, Stuffed Pork Loin, Raisin Rum Glaze Sauteed Clams,Pancetta, Capers, Winter Root Vegetables, Citrus Tea Infused Duck Legs, Wild Game Ragu Gnocchi, Grilled Asparagus, Balsamic Onion Medley, Seared Salmon, Citrus Tomato Salad, Baby Squash, Molasses Bourbon Short Ribs, Red Potatoes with Whole Grain Mustard, Broiled Chicken Breast, Roasted Garlic, Thyme, Beurre Blanc, Pierogies, Hazelnut, Hericot Vert, Three Cheese Cavatappi, Sauteed Forest Mushrooms, Sea Bass, Anise Cucumber Relish, Cashew Chicken, Kung Pao Shrimp, Mushroom Beef, Vegetable Pad Thai, Steamed Rice, Pork Fried Rice, Hoisin Long Beans, Shrimp Cocktail, Carving Station, Prime Rib, Honey Glazed Ham, Pasta Station, Mongolian Grill, Citrus and Ginger Anise Syrup, Seared Mushroom and Smoked Bacon Salad, Roasted Apple and Butternut Squash Salad with Blue Cheese and Endive Steak and Asparagus Salad, Assorted Pies: Pumpkin, Apple, Cherry, Pecan, Sweet Potato Pie, Assorted Cream Pies: Chocolate, Banana, Coconut, Eggnog, Assorted Cakes: Chocolate, Grand Marnier, Pineapple, Almond Rum, White Chocolate, Plain and Pumpkin Cheesecake, Bread Pudding, Cream de Mint Pie, Plum Tarts, Fruit Cake, Spice Pumpkin Bread, Pumpkin Cream Brulee, Assorted Christmas Cookies, Raspberry Linzer Squares, The cost is 23.95 per person plus tax and tips.

 

Cafe at the Monte Carlo Resort & Casino, 3770 Las Vegas Blvd. South, Las Vegas, NV 89109 has a Christmas menu.  The holiday menu includes: Mixed Baby Oakleaf Salad, Dried Cranberry, Candied Pecans, Herbed Goat Cheese, Yellow Teardrops, Fig-Balsamic Vinaigrette; a choice of Holiday Hens with Fig Glaze with Cranberry Bulgar Wheat Stuffing, Sauteed Heirloom Carrots Or Herb Crusted Prime Rib with Potato Gratin, Grilled Asparagus, Creamed Horseradish; Marble Chocolate Mousse Box, and includes a non-alcoholic beverage.  The cost is $20.95 plus tax.

 

d.vino Italian Food and Wine Bar which is located at Monte Carlo Resort & Casino, 3770 Las Vegas Blvd. South, Las Vegas, NV 89109 has a Christmas menu.  The holiday menu includes: Kenter Farms Mixed Greens with Roasted winter beets, orange glazed turnips, candied walnuts, sherry vinaigrette, Roasted Prime Rib Au jus – cream horseradish, twice baked potato, buttered vegetable fricassee and Rum Raisin-Ginger Trifle with Eggnog cream, raspberries.  The cost is $38 per person.

 

Dragon Noodle Co. & Sushi Bar which is located at Monte Carlo Resort & Casino, 3770 Las Vegas Blvd. South, Las Vegas, NV 89109 has a Christmas menu.  The menu includes:  Handcrafted Tiki Cocktail of Mango Dragon, Sweet & Sour Wonton Soup, Main Dish of Crispy Fried Chicken Cantonese Style (served in a half chicken), Dragon Seafood Nest, Crispy Batter Fried Oyster, Steamed Seabass Filet with Black Bean Sauce, and Dessert of Ginger Cake.  The cost is $58 per guest.

 

Mon Ami Gabi which is located at Paris Resort & Casino, 3655 Las Vegas Blvd. South, Las Vegas, NV 89109 has a special Christmas Eve and Christmas Day menu.  The menu first course is a choice of Soup Du Jour or Broiled Oysters with a Champagne Custard Sauce or Baked Escargot in Parsley-Garlic Butter or Belgian Endive & Cress Salad with Roasted Pears: 2nd Course Choice of Roast Turkey, Chestnut Stuffing, Port & Sage Gravy, or Sautéed Salmon with Crayfish & Cognac Sauce, Steamed Potatoes or Grilled Filet of Beef, Merlot Butter or Braised Lamb Shank, Green Olive-Chile Relish, Pomme Puree and a dessert choice of Buche de Noel served with Bailey's Irish Cream Crème Anglaise or Crème Brulee or Tart Tatin with Cinnamon Cream.  The cost is 49.99 per person plus taxes and tips. 

 

Morels French Steakhouse & Bistro which is located in The Palazzo Resort Hotel Casino, 3325 Las Vegas Blvd. South, Las Vegas, NV 89109 has a special Christmas menu.  The menu includes:  A beginning choice of ROASTED KURI SQUASH & LOBSTER BISQUE with
Toasted Pepita Seeds & Truffle Crème or IMPORTED BELGIUM ENDIVE SALAD with Farmers Market Apples, Candied Pecans, Fourme d’Ambert Blue Cheese & Balsamic Shallot; GRILLED 100% NATURAL 8 oz. FILET MIGNON & WHOLE MAINE LOBSTER with Wild Mushroom Risotto, Petite Parsly & Asparagus Burre Blanc Red Wine Reduction and WARM WINTER APPLE TART with Vanilla Bean & Dark Rum Ice Cream, Carmel Sauce.  The cost is $75 per person plus taxes and tips.

 

Pinot Brasserie which is located at The Venetian, 3355 Las Vegas Blvd. South, Las Vegas has a Christmas Eve and Day menu.  This holiday menu includes a choice of First course which are Oysters on the half shell, petit white asparagus, caviar crème fraîche vinaigrette or Creamy lobster bisque, lobster salpicon crostini or Marinated roasted root vegetables, baby field greens, banyuls vinaigrette orCured duck breast, warm green lentil salad, foie gras de terrine; an optional second course which are Maine lobster, haricots verts salad, caviar-crème fraîche dressing or Seared foie gras, spiced kumquat confit, radish petit salad or Crispy skin whitefish, clam brunoise nage, olive oil smashed potatoes; a main course selection of Sea scallop, celeriac remoulade, crispy celery or Rack of lamb Niçoise, ratatouille gratin, olive-lamb jus or Pavé of New York strip, potato mousseline, caramelized cippolini onion; and dessert of Chef’s holiday desserts. The cost is $55 for the 3-course dinner and $65 for the 4-course dinner plus taxes and tips.

 

Regale Ristorante Italiano located at Excalibur Hotel and Casino, 3850 Las Vegas Boulevard South, Las Vegas, Nevada, 89109-6778 has a Christmas menu.  The menu includes: a choice of soup or salad or creamy tomato bisque; a choice of entrees of Maple Roasted turkey, giblet gravy, traditional dressing, baked sweet potatoes, garlic mashed potatoes, sauteed fall vegetables, Cranberry-orange relish or crab stuffed salmon with garlic mashed potatoes, sauteed fall vegetables and lemon caper sauce and a choice of desserts of pumpkin cheesecake or warm apple pie a la mode.  The cost is $29 per person plus taxes and tip and is available from 5pm to 10pm..

 

Roundtable Buffet located at Excalibur Hotel and Casino, 3850 Las Vegas Boulevard South, Las Vegas, Nevada, 89109-6778 has a special Christmas Buffet menu.  The Christmas menu includes: Salad bar, shrimp cocktail, grilled corn chowder, roasted turkey, ham, prime rib, baked sweet potatoes, giblet gravy, green beans, fried chicken, short ribs, pork chops, steamed fall vegetables, white fish, a pasta bar, and assorted desserts.  The cost is 18.99 per person plus taxes and tips

 

The Steakhouse at Camelots located Excalibur Hotel and Casino, 3850 Las Vegas Boulevard South, Las Vegas, Nevada, 89109-6778 has a special Christmas menu.  The menu includes: a choice of soup or salad or corn chowder; a choice of entrees of Maple roasted turkey with gravy, dressing, baked sweet potatoes, garlic mashed potatoes, sauteed fall vegetables, Cranberry-orange relish or Pan seared Chilean bass topped with jumbo shrimp and creamy leak Bleurre Blanc and a choice of desserts of pumpkin cheesecake or warm apple pie a la mode. The cost is $29 per person plus taxes and tip and is available from 5pm to 10pm.

 

Verandah which is located in Four Seasons Hotel Las Vegas, 3960 Las Vegas Boulevard South, Las Vegas, Nevada 89119 has a special Christmas menu.  The holiday menu includes:  A choice of appetisers which are Marinated White and Green Asparagus with Roasted Red and Yellow Sugar Beets, Fennel Slaw and Grapefruit Citrus Dressing  or Vine-Ripened Red and Yellow Tomato Terrine, Warm Savory Vegetable Pie, a second course of Wild Mushroom Soup with Fino Sherry, Truffle Spiced Éclairs, a choice of entrees which are Traditional Free-Range Oven-Roast Turkey, Apple Sage Cornbread Stuffing, Winter Vegetables, Cranberry Tangerine Sauce, Giblet Gravy or Braised Short-Ribs with Jumbo Mexican Tiger Prawn Scampi-Style, Roasted Root Vegetables, Three-Cheese Potato Strudel or Lightly-Smoked Herb-Crusted Organic Salmon, Wilted Greens, Creamy Organic Carolina Grits, Chardonnay Lemon Sauce or Vegetable Assortment – Grilled Portobello Mushroom Stack, Organic Grits, Potato Strudel, Roasted Root Vegetables, and a choice of desserts which are Chocolate and Hazelnut Pine Cone, Eggnog Gelato, Cinnamon Cream or White Chocolate and Glazed Chestnuts Yule Log, Chilled Cranberry Sabayon or Gelato-Style Christmas Rum Stollen, Roasted Almond and Rum Raisin Gelato.  

 

 

Some restaurants are offering special Holiday menus which run throughout the Holiday season.

 

L'Atelier de Joël Robuchon which is located at MGM Grand Hotel & Casino, 3799 Las Vegas Boulevard South, Las Vegas, Nevada 89109 has a special Holiday menu.  The menu includes:  Chilled Tomato Gazpacho with croutons, Crispy langoustine fritter with basil pesto, a choice of Scottish salmon with capers and lemon or Braised pork belly with confit sweet onion, Selection of imported cheeses, and a choice of Traditional tarts or Ice cream and sorbet.  

 

Craftsteak Steakhouse which is located at MGM Grand Hotel & Casino, 3799 Las Vegas Boulevard South, Las Vegas, Nevada 89109 has a special Holiday menu.  The menu includes: Appetizers of Grilled Quail with Vincotto, Buffalo Mozzarella Cheese and Red Pepper Caponata, Mixed Baby Lettuces, Shaved Fennel Salad; Main Course of Grilled Angus Skirt Steak, Roasted Flat Iron Steak, Diver Sea Scallops; Sides of Jerusalem Artichokes,Yukon Gold Potato Puree, Shiitake Mushrooms and Dessert of Pastry Chef's Selection.  The cost is $100 per person.    

 

Diego which is located at MGM Grand Hotel & Casino, 3799 Las Vegas Boulevard South, Las Vegas, Nevada 89109 has a special Holiday menu.  The holiday menu includes:  Chips and Salsa made of Fire roasted and Handcrafted Salsa and Fresh Corn Chips; Braised Beef Taquitos with Crema, Onion, Cilantro, Queso Fresco, Guajillo Salsa; Enchiladas Oaxaquenas which are Fresh Corn Tortillas cooked with Tangy Red Chile Sauce, Rolled with Chicken, Poblano, and Onion Finished with Oaxaca and Chihuahua Cheese, Diced Onion, and Cilantro; Tacos al Carbon which are "Roll'Em" Yourself Soft Tacos of Garlic-Lime Marinated Chicken Breast or Red Chile-Rubbed Skirt Steak served with Frijoles Maneados and Red Chile Rice and Flan Del Dia.  The cost is $65 per person.  

 

FiAMMA Trattoria and Bar  which is located at MGM Grand Hotel & Casino, 3799 Las Vegas Boulevard South, Las Vegas, Nevada 89109 has a special Holiday menu.   The menu includes: A choice of antipasta which are PROSCIUTTO composed of San Daniele Prosciutto, Melon, Vincotto or CAESAR made of Romaine Hearts, Parmigiano-Reggiano, Roasted Garlic Vinaigrette or GAMBERONI composed of Grilled Black Tiger Prawns, Strawberry Panzanella; a choice of entrees which are SALMONE which is Pan Seared Salmon, Putanesca, Grilled Asparagus or TAGLIATA which is Grilled Skirt Steak, Potato Puree, Spinach, Red Wine Reduction or FUSILLI PRIMAVERA made of Fresh Peas, Grape Tomatoes, Roasted Eggplant and Mushrooms, Cortese Reduction; and a choice of desserts which are TARTUFO composed of Dolce di Latte Gelato, Caramelized Hazelnuts, Warm Valrhona Chocolate Sauce or PANNA COTTA made with Mascarpone Panna Cotta, White Balsamic Honey Dried Mission Figs, Marcona Almonds or SORBETTI which is the Chef's Selection of Three Seasonal Flavors.  The cost os $79 per person.

 

NOBHILL TAVERN which is located at MGM Grand Hotel & Casino, 3799 Las Vegas Boulevard South, Las Vegas, Nevada 89109 has a special Holiday menu.  The menu includes:  A choice of appetizers which are CLASSIC CAESAR with Lemon Dressing, White Anchovy, Garlic Crouton or CELERY ROOT SOUP with Celery Branch, Toasted Walnut or BAY SHRIMP "LOUIE" with Little Gems, Avocado, Egg, Tomato, Spicy Louie Sauce; a choice of main courses which are KUROBUTA PORK CHOP with Braised Swiss Chard, Bacon Lardons, Toasted Farro or CHICKEN & DUMPLINGS with Roasted Cauliflower, Carrots, Broccoli, Baby Leeks or ATLANTIC SALMON with Shallot Potato Salad, Roasted Mushrooms, Mustard; and a choice of desserts which are MAPLE CRÈME BRÛLÈE or PECAN PRALINE SUNDAE.  The cost is $75 per person.

 

Pearl which is located at MGM Grand Hotel & Casino, 3799 Las Vegas Boulevard South, Las Vegas, Nevada 89109 has a special Holiday menu.  The holiday menu includes:  A choice of soups which are Szechuan Hot and Sour Soup or Sweet Corn Soup; a choice of main courses which are Surf and Turf which is made of Wok-Fried Spiny Lobster Tail and Black Pepper Tenderloin of Beef or General Tso’s Chicken or Garden Vegetable Fried Rice; and dessert of Raspberry Chocolate Cake.  The cost is $79 per person.

 

SEABLUE which is located at MGM Grand Hotel & Casino, 3799 Las Vegas Boulevard South, Las Vegas, Nevada 89109 has a special Holiday menu.   The menu includes:  Daily Selection of Meze, "Create You Own" Market Salad, Seablue "Paella" which is Seasonal Shellfish, Chorizo, Grilled Quail, Wood-Fire Grilled Skewers and Side Dishes to Share with Marinated Chicken and Beef, Ground-Spiced Lamb, and  Lemon Polenta Cake Créme Fraîche Sorbet, Fresh Berries.  The cost is $79 per person.   

 

Shibuya which is located at MGM Grand Hotel & Casino, 3799 Las Vegas Boulevard South, Las Vegas, Nevada 89109 has a special Holiday menu.  The menu includes:  Edamame, Okinawa Salt, Served Individually Kyoto Miso Soup, Tofu, Green Onions; Rock Shrimp Tempura, Spicy Aioli, a Choice of two served family style which are Black Angus Filet of Beef, Roasted Mushrooms, Whole Grain Mustard Ponzu or Organic Chicken Breast, Teriyaki Sauce or Pineapple Miso Baked Atlantic Salmon, Caramelized Pineapple or Miso Broiled Black Cod, Miso Spinach and Pickled Ginger shoot or Seared Ahi Tuna, Shichimi Pepper which are all served with Chicken Fried Rice and Sautéed Seasonal Vegetables.  The cost is $95 per person.  Additionally, there is a $49 Teppanyaki Menu, available.    

 

This page will be continued updated through the Christmas season. 

 

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