Off the Easel's A-List of Events
December 2012
Off the Easel Magazine wants you to know about the best events in Las Vegas. If you love pets, philanthropic opportunities, fine food, art, music, and more, you will not want to miss out on what is going on this month:
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Now - January 6 Glittering Lights
Las Vegas Motor Speedway Location: Las Vegas Motor Speedway Time: 5:30pm
Price: $15-$20 per vehicle
Be prepared for Glittering Lights drive-thru light show to captivate with millions of illustrious lights, thousands of magical dancing displays, in a unique entertaining atmosphere. Bigger, brighter and more impressive than ever before, this holiday family tradition can be enjoyed from the comforts and convenience of your own vehicle. Meander through over-the-top holiday decor, shimmering and twinkling lights with family and friends to create lasting memories.
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December 1 All In For CP Celebrity Poker Tournament
Opportunity Village Location: Town Square Las Vegas Time: 8am
Price: $40
The Las Vegas Great Santa Run� has become a 'must' for visitors, a community involvement activity for local businesses and a holiday tradition for families.Last year, nearly 8,200 participants flooded the streets of Town Square in support of Opportunity Village and individuals with disabilities in our community. With your help, we won the World Santa Challenge and raised over $400,000 for individuals with disabilities!
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December 2 Rock 'N' Roll Marathon
Zappos.com Rock 'n' Roll Las Vegas Marathon and 1/2 Marathon Location: Las Vegas Time: (Marathon) 3pm; (Half Marathon) 4:30pm
Price: $195
Scenic course highlighting host cities famous sites, Live, local bands along the course, Spirited cheer squads lining the course, Brooks Technical Participant Shirt, Official Finisher Certificates, Finishers Medal, Swag Bag, Plentiful Course Support, Free Admission to the Finish Line Festival and Post Race Concert (where applicable), Free Admission to the 2 day Health and Fitness Expo
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December 5 Repeal Day Party
The Mob Museum Location: Las Vegas Time: 6-10pm
Price: $19.33; ages 21+
Celebrate the end of Prohibition. Come in your swankiest 1920's or 1930's outfit for a chance to win fabulous prizes! Repeal Day ended Prohibition on Dec. 5, 1933. Step back in time and raise a glass as we celebrate our constitutional right to imbibe. Explore both sides of the story in this unique historical setting with live music, vintage costumes, classic cocktails and other surprises. For only a few "clams", guests can throw down cocktails at a Roaring 20's after-hours party that will surely be known in the future as the "bee's knees".
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December 6-15 Wrangler National Finals Rodeo
Wrangler Location: Thomas & Mack Center Time: 6:30pm
For nearly two weeks surrounding the world's greatest rodeo, Las Vegas immerses itself in the spirit of the American West. Featuring Cowboy Christmas, Miss Rodeo America and concerts by country music's brightest stars, the NFR is a celebration of cowboy culture, Vegas-style.
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December 11-13 Food University at Caesars Palace
Food University at Caesars Palace Location:Caesars Palace Time: 8am-5:15pm
Price: $1,995 per person
Food University at Caesars Palace is an exclusive, three day, hands on, fun filled program designed to provide its guests with the essentials relative to ingredients, cooking, food, wine and more with our "faculty" of prestigious celebrity chefs, authors, high-profile sommeliers and world-renowned purveyors.
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December 13-15 Winterfest Celebration 2012
City of Henderson Department of Cultural Arts and Tourism Location: Henderson
Price: FREE
This year's theme will be An Old-Fashioned Christmas Delight as the event will feature a variety of family-friendly activities including an official tree lighting ceremony with Santa Claus, gingerbread house displays, roaming performances and an evening light parade!
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December 15-23 The Nutcracker Ballet
Nevada Ballet Theatre Location: The Smith Center Time: varies
Price: $29-$158
This is The Nutcracker like you've never seen it before - a brand-new, original production featuring new sets, costumes and surprises, yet to be revealed. Choreographed by our very own Artistic Director James Canfield, this highly-anticipated rendition will be a treat for all ages and is sure to become a Las Vegas favorite.
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December 22 MAACO Bowl
Maaco Bowl Las Vegas Location: Sam Boyd Stadium Time: 12:30pm
The Maaco Bowl Las Vegas will once again play host to top teams from the Mountain West and Pac-12 Conferences at Sam Boyd Stadium. The 21st edition of the game will kick off live on ESPN and will be the first time the game has been played in the afternoon in over a decade.
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December 28-30 Michael Flohr, "Celebration of Life"
Exclusive Collections Galleries Location: The Forum Shops at Caesars Time: (Fri) 2-8pm; (Sat) 2-8pm; Sun (12-4pm) Price: FREE
Exclusive Collections Galleries welcomes in the New Year with an artist reception for Michael Flohr at The Forum Shops at Caesars, celebrating the beauty and excitement of living the good life.
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