In Las Vegas for the Holidays? Here Are The Best Shows to See

Music. Comedy. DJs. Thrilling performances and one-of-a-kind residencies. ‘Tis the season in Sin City! Whether you’re planning on spending the holidays in Las Vegas or searching for the perfect gift for the entertainment lover on your list, Ticketmaster has you covered with this handy guide to all the exciting shows and concerts happening on the Strip this holiday season.

Already have your Vegas trip planned? Grab last-minute tickets to shows like Jabbawockeez, Backstreet Boys at the Sphere, Barry Manilow, Sam Barber, Brad Paisley, The Red Clay Strays, Wynonna Judd and more. Plus, the Blue Man Group continues to take over the Luxor Hotel and Casino with their eye-popping, paint-filled musical spectacle. You can also experience Vegas as a true VIP with special packages.

You can also score deals to certain Vegas shows with coupon codes and promotions that Ticketmaster is running in December 2025.

Whatever you’re in the mood for, Las Vegas offers a constant lineup of diverse shows at venues up and down the Strip. Below are our picks for the top shows to see this holiday season—and beyond.

 

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Las Vegas Shows: Deals & Last-Minute Tickets

Absinthe

Experience the jaw-dropping adult circus at Absinthe at Caesars Palace. Hosted by the filthy rich (and just plain filthy) ringmaster, The Gazillionaire, the show welcomes audiences to the ultimate adult playground experience on the Strip’s most intimate stage, and was recently named “the No. 1 greatest show in Las Vegas history” by Las Vegas Weekly.

Cirque du Soleil

The awe-inspiring acrobatics of Cirque du Soleil continue to be a staple on the stages of Sin City, from the long-running “O” at the Bellagio and KÀ inside the MGM Grand to Michael Jackson ONE at the Mandalay Bay and the New York-inspired Mad Apple at New York-New York.

Chelsea Handler

Chelsea Handler kicks off 2026 with another show in her ongoing Las Vegas residency, Chelsea Handler: Chelsea at The Chelsea. On January 31, the comedian and former host of Chelsea Lately will take the stage at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas for a night of laughs and roast-worthy barbs sure to keep fans in stitches. (Handler will continue her residency with shows through May 2026, in between stops on her CHELSEA HANDLER: THE HIGH AND MIGHTY TOUR.) Save up to 35% on Chelsea Handler tickets with Ticketmaster promo code TMNTX.

Wanda Sykes

Wanda Sykes arrives in Vegas shortly after the new year for back-to-back nights at the Palazzo Theatre at The Venetian Resort. Along with special guest Keith Robinson, the Emmy-winning stand-up comic will bring her Please & Thank You Tour to Sin City on January 23 and 24, 2026. Get 2-for-1 tickets to Wanda Sykes’ Vegas shows with Ticketmaster promo code TMN243.

Las Vegas Concerts: Deals & Last-Minute Tickets

Mariah Carey’s Christmastime in Las Vegas

It’s time! Mariah Carey brings her annual holiday tour to the desert this year with her latest residency. Mariah Carey’s Christmastime in Las Vegas debuted at Dolby Live at Park MGM starting Friday, November 28. Mimi’s holiday shows will run through December 13, and Lambs can likely expect to hear a few cuts from her brand-new album, Here For It All, on top of Christmas classics like “Oh Santa!,” “Christmas (Baby Please Come Home)” and, of course, “All I Want For Christmas Is You.” Meanwhile, fans hoping to buy tickets to the festive extravaganza can get 25% off with the promo code TMNTX.

Tim McGraw: Live in Vegas

Fresh off last year’s Standing Room Only Tour, Tim McGraw will spend the holiday season under the bright lights of the Las Vegas Strip headlining his new residency, Tim McGraw: Live in Vegas. With just a handful of performances at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace, the country legend will put on an unforgettable show from December 4 through the 13. Ready to buy tickets to see the country superstar in Vegas? Score $50 tickets to Tim McGraw: Live in Vegas using Ticketmaster’s holiday promo code TMNTX.

 

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Ed Sheeran

Ed Sheeran’s LOOP Tour won’t touch down in Las Vegas until next summer, but it’s never too early to give the gift of anticipation with a pair of concert tickets! The superstar will bring his new musical era to life at Allegiant Stadium on July 18 with a hit-filled setlist including “Shape of You,” “Shivers” and gems like “Azizam” and “Sapphire” off his new album PLAY. And good news: Ticketmaster is offering 2-for-1 tickets to the upcoming show with promo code TMN241 just in time for the holidays.

Blake Shelton: Live in Las Vegas

Blake Shelton is set to kick off his new residency, Blake Shelton: Live in Las Vegas, on January 15. The run of eight shows at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace will take place through the end of the month before wrapping on January 31, with the country star sure to perform hits like “God’s Country” and “Sangria” as well as tracks off his latest album, For Recreational Use Only. For the perfect present for the Blake Shelton fan in your life, get 2-for-1 show tickets this holiday season with the promo code TMN241.

Colter Wall & Friends

Colter Wall and his troupe of musical pals will descend on Sin City this December for a pair of back-to-back shows at Fontainebleau Las Vegas. Along with special guest Kade Hoffman, the Canadian country star will play a doubleheader at the world-class resort hotel on December 12 and 13 — just one year after he headlined the 2024 National Finals Rodeo. Looking to buy tickets for Colter Wall in Vegas? With Ticketmaster’s holiday promotion, fans can get their hands on 2-for-1 tickets for both Colter Wall shows with promo code TMN241.

Jennifer Lopez: Up All Night in Las Vegas

Jennifer Lopez is set to close out 2025 with a bang thanks to her latest residency, Jennifer Lopez: Up All Night in Las Vegas. Set to fan-loved songs like “Waiting For Tonight” and “Love Don’t Cost a Thing,” the spectacle will open at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace on December 30 — with the initial slate of shows running through January 3 before the superstar returns for a second wave of dates in March.

 

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John Fogerty: Live in Las Vegas

John Fogerty caps off a major year — which saw the rock icon hit No. 1 on the Billboard Americana chart for the first time with his 2025 album, Legacy: The Creedence Clearwater Revival Years — by heading to Vegas for a solo residency of his own titled John Fogerty: Live in Las Vegas. In the wake of wrapping his just-finished Legacy Tour, the legendary Creedence Clearwater Revival frontman will open the show at PH Live at Planet Hollywood on New Year’s Eve, with six dates running through the end of March 2026. Tickets to the residency are available for $50 with Ticketmaster promo code TMNTX.

An Intimate Evening with SANTANA Greatest Hits Live

Now in their 14th year on the Strip, Santana will return to the House of Blues inside Mandalay Bay for their long-running residency, An Intimate Evening with SANTANA Greatest Hits Live, presented by SiriusXM. Carlos Santana and his famous band will spend much of early 2026 playing there, with shows kicking off January 21. Grab 2-for-1 tickets while you can with Ticketmaster promo code TMN241.

 

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