Free things to do in Las Vegas this week

Updated December 12, 2025 - 12:26 pm

Walking the Las Vegas Strip, you can people-watch, check out the Fountains of Bellagio or their Conservatory & Botanical Gardens, free circus acts at Circus Circus’ Midway, and a slew of other free experiences.

Looking for more? Pick up a copy of neon at a store near you or visit the go guide.

Here are a few free events and experiences happening the week of Dec. 12-Dec. 18:

Affinity

A temporary interactive art installation by Australia-based studio Amigo Amigo features glowing orbs with over 100 color combinations, through Jan. 4 at Water Street Plaza, 240 S. Water St., Henderson. cityofhenderson.com

Meet the Clydesdales

The world-famous Budweiser Clydesdales will make an appearance for photo ops, noon-6 p.m. Thursday in the Exhibit Hall at South Point. southpointarena.com

Cocoa & Cookies

The community event at Clark County Fire Station No. 30 will feature hot cocoa, cookie decorating, music, games and more, 2-4 p.m. Saturday at 7980 W. Robindale Road. clarkcountynv.gov

Kids at Springs Preserve

Through Jan. 31, the Springs Preserve is offering one free child admission (ages 3-17) for each paid adult general admission 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Thursdays through Mondays. springspreserve.org

Country Christmas

Featuring exhibitors, autograph signings, entertainment and more, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. through Sunday at the Rio, free admission. countrychristmas.vegas

Cowboy Christmas

More than 375 exhibitors will showcase custom-made jewelry, Western wear, furniture, original art, handmade crafts and home goods and more, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. daily through Saturday at the Las Vegas Convention Center, 3150 Paradise Road, free admission. nfrexperience.com/cowboychristmas

Cowboy Marketplace

Featuring exhibitors, entertainment and more, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. through Saturday at the Horseshoe Las Vegas, free admission. cowboymarketplace.vegas

Western Gift Show

Featuring vendors, Western apparel, jewelry and more, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Tuesday through Dec. 14 at the South Point Exhibit Hall, free admission. southpointarena.com

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