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Las Vegas does holidays better than any other city and Christmas is no exception. The trees are bigger and have more ornaments. Red, green, gold and silver are exploding everywhere.
The Venetian Resort celebrates Christmas with fantastic decorations and special holiday meals and drinks. There’s no shortage of fun for families, couples and friends. You’ll remember your holiday at The Venetian for years to come.
Black Tap Craft Burgers & Bar
Black Tap Craft Burgers & Bar is a new take on a classic burger joint with a downtown vibe.
Black Tap is introducing the Juicy Lucy with a wagyu patty. The toppings include sprout slaw, crispy shallots and creamy peppercorn sauce. With that you can try the BBQ seasoned fried Brussels sprouts served with a side of hollandaise sauce.
And chilly days require hot chocolate, they just do. The rim is coated with whipped cream and dark chocolate shavings. You owe yourself a Christmas treat!
Close Company
Close Company is in Via Via Food Hall. It is mixing up 4 holiday cocktails:
- Cranberry Rickey made with vodka, gin, orange, cranberry and soda water
- Elk River Sour is a mulled wine float.
- Somerset Wassail is made with Tequila, apple cider, pear, cinnamon and honey.
- Peppermint Nog with creme de cacao, cognac, peppermint, cream, milk and eggs
Gjelina
Gjelina features seasoned ingredients and a menu of Italian and Mediterranean dishes. They are offering a special holiday prix fixe menu. You’ll start the meal with Tai Snapper and pomegranate aguachile or Beef Carpaccia with caper aioli. Enjoy winter favorites of Roasted Rainbow Carrots and Little Gem Salad. For your main course you can choose Dungeness Crab Fettuccini, Brangirio with braised cannellini beans or a Bone-In Dry Aged Ribeye with herb porcini butter. End with gelato, sorbet or a Basque Cheesecake.
Buddy V’s Ristorante
Buddy V’s Ristorante features casual dining and authentic Italian cuisine. Their 3 Course Prix Fixe menu for Christmas Day includes
Starters
- Pear & Gorgonzola Salad with baby greens, pomegranate seeds and candied pecans with white balsamic vinaigrette
Entree
- Slow Braised Veal Osso Buco with crispy gnocchi, roasted carrots, cippolini onion and au jus
Dessert
- Almond & Raspberry “Regalo”
WAKUDA
Make a toast to the holidays with Apple Cider at WAKUDA. It’s made with Barber Lee apple brandy, Cointreau, favorite spice and fresh lemon. It will be available all December.
WAKUDA’s chef has prepared a Japanese take on a Black Forest Cake that has layers of chocolate sponge cake, cherry sauce, roasted green tea cream and chocolate crumble.
HaSalon
HaSalon celebrates elevated Mediterranean cuisine. The chef at HaSalon has created special latkes for the holidays. Latkes are potato patties fried until golden brown and crispy.
During December, you can enjoy three different styles of latkes. Try crab latkes, zucchini latkes and the classic potato latkes. Each will be topped with the traditional sour cream.
Staying at the Venetian
The Venetian Resort Las Vegas captures the opulence, elegance and warmth of Italy. The lobby is gorgeous, even the ceilings, and beautifully decorated for Christmas.
At The Venetian Resort, every room is a suite and each room in the suite is almost double the size of the average Las Vegas hotel room. Every suite has a living room with a separate sleeping area. The beds are huge and soft and the Italian marble bathrooms are spacious.
Things to Do at the Venetian
The Venetian Resort has the largest day spa in North America. The Canyon Ranch Spa has 134,000 feet of rejuvenation and over 150 signature spa and salon treatments. You can treat yourself to an all day pass and indulge in the best pampering in Vegas.
There is something at The Venetian Resort that you won’t find anywhere else in Nevada. That is the Grand Canal and the gondolas. A singing gondolier pilots every gondola. There is an indoor Venetian gondola ride and an outdoor ride. Each offers its own unique views.
Be sure not to miss the Gondolier March. It happens twice a day, at 9:50 am and 4:20 pm. The gondoliers sing in unison as they march along the indoor canal. It is a sight to behold.
The Grand Canal Shoppes are part of The Venetian Resort. A fabulous Venetian inspired shopping and dining center, The Shoppes have more than 160 signature stores with premium luxury brands. You can do all your Christmas shopping here.
The action is non-stop at The Venetian Resort. From free circus performances at the Grand Canal Shoppes to complimentary gaming lessons to happy hour happenings, there’s something for everyone here! Leona Lewis lights up the Voltaire at The Venetian Resort with A Stormy Night. This holiday residency blends holiday classics and hit songs in a winter spectacular. Book your ticket here, and you can save $9 (8% discount).
Gaming
If you enjoy gaming, you’ll love The Venetian Resort Casino. They have the most extensive selection of slots and video games in Las Vegas. Play at the exclusive Electronic Gaming Collective with a 120 foot LED wall. You can choose live dealt or fully automated games. Enjoy the Venetian Poker Room in the almost 10,000 square foot sportsbook with 100 seats, a massive video wall and many food and beverage options nearby.
Booking Venetian at a Low Price
If you’d like to save money, look for a deal here, and you can find the lowest available price.
