LAS VEGAS (Nov. 20, 2024) – Thomas Rhett, GRAMMY® nominee and Academy of Country Music Award-winning ‘Entertainer of the Year,’ will host the first-ever tree lighting ceremony at Fontainebleau Las Vegas on Thursday, Dec. 5, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
The country music singer and songwriter, who is headlining the resort’s BleauLive Theater for four dates (Dec. 6, 7, 13 and 14), will light the tree as the resort celebrates the holiday season with its debut Winter Wonderland Presented by Fontainebleau Rewards experience.
Guests are invited to enjoy an evening of holiday cheer rink-side featuring seasonal light bites, Christmas-themed cocktails, and special appearances by the Vegas Golden Knights cast members, Chance and the Vegas Vivas!, in addition to Fontainebleau Las Vegas’ beloved resident poodle Fifi, the Grinch and Mr. Claus himself. Thomas Rhett will light the tree promptly at 7 p.m.
As an added holiday bonus through December 26, guests can revel in valet validation with spend in any of the resort’s world-class restaurant and bar collection, retail, or wellness spaces or locals can enjoy up to four hours of complimentary self-parking.
Open seven days a week, admission to Oasis Ice Rink starts at $25 online, with new and existing Fontainebleau Rewards Members receiving waived admission for up to six guests. Sign up for Fontainebleau Rewards online. Valid Fontainebleau Rewards card and I.D. required upon check-in.
Skating fee, inclusive of skate rental, is available for purchase on-site for $35. Fontainebleau Rewards Members receive special pricing for skate rental of $25. Monday through Thursday, Nevada locals with a valid ID as well as military members and first responders receive a special price of $30.
Firepit and cabana rentals are available starting at $200 food and beverage minimum for two and a half hours. Those interested in reservations and buyouts for groups of 20 or more, please reach out to LifestyleEventsInquiries@FBLasVegas.com
Thomas Rhett will perform at BleauLive Theater on December 6, 7, 13, and 14, 2024. Hotel and concert ticket packages for a pre-show meet and greet, premium concert tickets, a two-night stay, exclusive perks, and more, are also available. Tickets and packages can be purchased here.
Additional holiday offerings include:
Oasis Ice Rink Activations
- Winter Village featuring Veuve Clicquot
Celebrate the holiday season with the Winter Village featuring Veuve Clicquot
Experience rink-side at Oasis Ice Rink. Guests can reserve a private AlpenGlobe, an intimate, igloo-like setting, that is perfect for an unforgettable festive gathering,online. Visitors are invited to indulge in bottle service of Veuve Clicquot Rosé or Yellow Label, complemented by gourmet snacks like charcuterie cones, sliders, truffle fries, and decadent desserts such as s'mores and chocolate fondue. Must be 21+ to book.
- Holiday Movies | 8 p.m.
- Wednesday, Nov. 27: Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas
- Thursday, Nov. 28: The Muppet Christmas Carol
- Monday, Dec. 2: The Santa Clause
- Wednesday, Dec. 4: Home Alone
- Monday, Dec. 9: Santa Clause 2
- Wednesday, Dec. 11: The Santa Clause 3: The Escape Clause
- Monday, Dec. 16: Home Alone 2
- Wednesday, Dec. 18: National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation
- Monday, Dec. 23: The Grinch
- Tuesday, Dec. 24: Elf
- Wednesday, Dec. 25: A Christmas Story
- Monday, Dec. 30: Frozen
- Wednesday, Jan. 1: Frozen 2
Navidad Azul
Azul | November 27, 2024, through January 4, 2025
Azul’s signature ambiance sparkles with holiday spirit as it transforms into an over-the-top gaudy Christmas bar! Step into a whimsical wonderland where the resort’s beloved cocktail hideaway becomes the place to see and be seen this holiday season featuring stunning décor, exclusive seasonal cocktails and lively seasonal entertainment. Guests are encouraged to dawn their favorite ugly sweater and indulge all season long at Navidad Azul.
Santa Brunch at La Fontaine
La Fontaine | December 14, 15, 21 and 22
Sleigh all day at the elevated Santa Brunch inside La Fontaine this holiday season. Reservations available from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., guests of all ages are invited to indulge in a delightful sweet and savory three-course prix fixe brunch menu while enjoying whimsical activities like cookie decorating, writing letters to Santa, and capturing festive moments with Mr. Claus himself. Tickets are priced at $125 for adults and $49 for children, with holiday cocktails available for additional purchase. Reservations are highly encouraged and can be made online.
Photos with Santa
Bleau Gallerie | December 14, 15, 21 and 22 | 9 a.m. through 5 p.m.
Capture the moment of the holiday season with photos with Santa. On the Bleau Gallerie level of the resort, Level 2 outside of La Fontaine, guests are invited to take photos with Santa for $25, with new and existing Fontainebleau Rewards members to receive a photo with Mr. Claus, complimentary – with valid rewards card and ID.
Fontainebleau Las Vegas invites guests to uncover industry secrets through spirited and interactive classes led by acclaimed chefs, beverage experts, and experiential connoisseurs. Throughout 2024 and into 2025, Fontainebleau Las Vegas will offer a Signature Series of classes designed to reflect the season and showcase a variety of experiences across the property. These sessions will provide guests with the opportunity to learn from the best and apply new techniques to their own culinary endeavors.
- Holiday Sweets | Saturday, December 7
Pastry Shop | 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. | $145 per person
Join the resort’s pastry team to get in the holiday spirit and go on a delicious journey through the creation of classic holiday desserts. The pastry team will demonstrate festive favorites like Bûche de Noël, peppermint pretzel bark, and more. Enjoy seasonal sweets while sipping classic holiday coffees and cocktails with friends. 10 seats available.
Derek Hough Dance For The Holidays
December 20 | 8 p.m. | Tickets available for purchase online
With jingle bells and sleigh bells, holiday carols and cheer, Derek Hough Dance For The Holidays is a show stopping event for the whole family. Fans will be thrilled and delighted as Hough and his cast of phenomenal dancers bring your favorite holiday tunes to life through dance, from the well sung classics to modern pop hits with all of the incredible choreography, exciting stage production and dance mastery that audiences have come to expect.
The Gift of Love: An Intimate Live Experience with Jennifer Hudson
December 21 and 22 | 8 p.m. | Tickets available for purchase online
History’s youngest female EGOT-winner Jennifer Hudson will ring in the upcoming release of her first-ever holiday album with a truly rare present for her fans — The Gift of Love: An Intimate Live Experience for two nights at BleauLive Theater inside Fontainebleau Las Vegas.
More information about Fontainebleau Las Vegas, including accommodations, dining, and entertainment listings, can be found at fontainebleaulasvegas.com.
About Fontainebleau Las Vegas
Fontainebleau Las Vegas is a 67-story, vertically integrated luxury resort that brings a legacy of timeless elegance and unparalleled service to the Strip. Certified by the Green Building Initiative with three Green Globes, the resort’s thoughtful design allows guests to move effortlessly among 3,644 luxury hotel rooms and suites, 550,000 square feet of customizable meeting and convention space, 150,000 square feet of gaming space, a collection of world-class restaurants and shops, exquisite pools, vibrant nightlife, and vitality-enhancing spa and wellness offerings. Located at 2777 S. Las Vegas Blvd., adjacent to the acclaimed Las Vegas Convention Center West Hall expansion, Fontainebleau Las Vegas is created by Fontainebleau Development in partnership with Koch Real Estate Investments.
