# Christmas parades and tree lightings in Las Vegas, 2026

> We found five Christmas parades and tree lightings in and around Las Vegas with 2026 dates: three parades and two tree lightings and lighting nights, four free to watch. Each one has the date, start time, price and a link to the organizer’s page.

- Last checked: 2026-10-26
- 5 parades and tree lightings with 2026 dates
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## Christmas parades

- **Santa's Arrival Parade at Town Square** at Town Square Las Vegas, 6605 Las Vegas Blvd. S., Las Vegas, NV 89119. When: Sat, Nov 14, 2026. Time: Parade 7pm, then the tree lighting. Price: Free. Santa rides in, lights the tree and stays for photos for a limited time. Snow falls in the square. Official page: https://tslv.com/events/946-santas-arrival-parade (checked 2026-10-26)
- **Henderson WinterFest Electric Light Parade** at Water Street between Basic Rd. and Victory Rd., 240 S. Water St., Henderson, NV 89015. When: Fri, Dec 4, 2026. Time: 6:30–8:30pm. Price: Free. Lit floats along Water Street. The parade takes about 90 minutes to pass. Water Street Plaza is the hub. Official page: https://www.cityofhenderson.com/residents/special-interest/winterfest (checked 2026-10-26)
- **Santa's Electric Night Parade in Boulder City** at Historic District streets, 100 Nevada Way, Boulder City, NV 89005. When: Sat, Dec 5, 2026. Time: 4:30–7pm. Price: Free. Lit floats and bands through the historic district. Santa's Picture Party is earlier the same day at Bicentennial Park. Official page: https://www.chamberorganizer.com/members/calendar/calendar_detail.php?eventid=557810 (checked 2026-10-26)

## Tree lightings and lighting nights

- **Henderson WinterFest Tree Lighting & Drone Show** at Water Street Plaza, 240 S. Water St., Henderson, NV 89015. When: Thu, Dec 3, 2026. Time: 5–7:30pm. Price: Free. The city's tree lighting with a drone show in downtown Henderson. Kids under 16 need an adult with them. Official page: https://www.cityofhenderson.com/residents/special-interest/winterfest (checked 2026-10-26)
- **Las Vegas Great Santa Run** at Opportunity Village's Magical Forest, 6300 W. Oakey Blvd., Las Vegas, NV 89146. When: Sat, Dec 5, 2026. Time: Festivities 12:30pm; 5K and 1-mile walk 2:30pm. Price: $52.50 through Nov 22, then $57.50; kids 3 and under free. Everyone runs or walks in a Santa suit. Strollers are welcome, and runners get early entry to the Magical Forest at 4pm. Official page: https://www.opportunityvillage.org/ovevents/great-santa-run (checked 2026-10-26)

## Parades and tree lightings that come back every year

- [Tivoli Village Annual Tree Lighting](https://littlesweekly.com/las-vegas/events/tivoli-village-annual-tree-lighting/): next dates Nov 25, 2026
- [Henderson WinterFest Tree Lighting & Drone Show](https://littlesweekly.com/las-vegas/events/henderson-winterfest-tree-lighting-and-drone-show-water-street-plaza/): next dates Dec 3, 2026
- [Henderson WinterFest Electric Light Parade](https://littlesweekly.com/las-vegas/events/henderson-winterfest-electric-light-parade-water-street-between-basic/): next dates Dec 4, 2026

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## FAQ

### When is the Christmas parade in Las Vegas in 2026?
Santa's Arrival Parade at Town Square: Sat, Nov 14, 2026, Parade 7pm, then the tree lighting (Las Vegas). Henderson WinterFest Electric Light Parade: Fri, Dec 4, 2026, 6:30–8:30pm (Henderson). Santa's Electric Night Parade in Boulder City: Sat, Dec 5, 2026, 4:30–7pm (Boulder City).

### When is the Christmas tree lighting in Las Vegas?
Henderson WinterFest Tree Lighting & Drone Show at Water Street Plaza: Thu, Dec 3, 2026, 5–7:30pm. Las Vegas Great Santa Run at Opportunity Village's Magical Forest: Sat, Dec 5, 2026, Festivities 12:30pm; 5K and 1-mile walk 2:30pm.

### Are Christmas parades and tree lightings in Las Vegas free?
Four of the five we list are free to watch: Santa's Arrival Parade at Town Square, Henderson WinterFest Tree Lighting & Drone Show, Henderson WinterFest Electric Light Parade and Santa's Electric Night Parade in Boulder City. Some charge for extras like Santa photos or rides, and each card says so.

### Which are best for little kids?
Daytime ones are easiest with toddlers: Las Vegas Great Santa Run. Evening ones start after dark and are colder, so bring layers and a blanket for the stroller. Get there early for a curb spot near the start so little ones can see.

### How do you check these parades and tree lightings?
Each listing comes from the venue’s or organizer’s own page and links to it. We only list a date, time or price when that page shows it, and anything we can’t confirm stays off. These were last checked Oct 26, 2026, and we recheck them every week through early December. [How we choose and check](https://littlesweekly.com/how-we-choose/).