Looking for the best things to do in Las Vegas in November 2026? You picked a great month to explore the city. November brings cooler weather, major sporting events, family-friendly activities and, of course, the official start of the holiday season in Las Vegas.
Kick Off the Holiday Season at Glittering Lights
November 6, 2026 through January 3, 2027
One of the most anticipated Las Vegas holiday events returns on November 6 when Glittering Lights opens for the 2026 season at Las Vegas Motor Speedway.
Pack the family into the car, turn on Ho Ho Radio presented by Loyalty Plumbing & Air and make your way through a three-mile holiday experience filled with more than 6 million sparkling lights. This year, guests can also experience new patriotic elements celebrating America’s 250th anniversary.
Glittering Lights is a Las Vegas tradition that makes it easy to spend time together while kicking off the holiday season. You experience the entire drive-through Christmas light show from the comfort of your own vehicle, making it an easy night out for families of all ages.
November is also a great time to visit before the busiest weeks of the Christmas season arrive. Glittering Lights is open nightly, including Thanksgiving and all holidays.
Tickets are available at GlitteringLights.Vegas.
Celebrate Día de los Muertos at Springs Preserve
November 6–8, 2026
November begins with one of Las Vegas’ most colorful annual cultural celebrations. Día de los Muertos returns to Springs Preserve November 6 through 8 from 5 to 9 p.m.
The family-friendly celebration of Mexican and Latin American traditions includes live entertainment, mariachis, altars honoring loved ones, sugar skull decorating, traditional food, art vendors and more.
It’s a great addition to your list of family activities in Las Vegas in November, especially for families looking to experience and learn about an important cultural tradition together.
Advance reservations are required for the event.
Watch the PBR Teams Championship
November 6–8, 2026
Ready for something a little louder? The PBR Teams Championship takes over T-Mobile Arena from November 6 – November 8.
All 10 PBR teams will compete in Las Vegas as the 2026 season concludes with its championship event. With three days of competition, this is one of the biggest November events in Las Vegas for rodeo and bull-riding fans.
If you’re making a full family weekend out of it, you can even trade the arena lights for Christmas lights afterward with a trip to Glittering Lights.
Honor Our Veterans at Glittering Lights
November 11, 2026
Veterans Day is a special night at Glittering Lights.
On November 11, Glittering Lights will honor the men and women who have served our country during its annual Veterans celebration. It’s one of several special community nights planned throughout November and an especially fitting event during a season when Glittering Lights will also be celebrating America’s 250th anniversary.
Celebrate World Kindness Day at Glittering Lights
November 13, 2026
A little kindness can make the holiday season even brighter.
Join us at Glittering Lights on November 13 for World Kindness Day, presented by Bless-ED Day Academy. In celebration of the day, the first 200 cars through Glittering Lights will receive a free return ticket to come back and experience the lights again this season.
It’s the perfect excuse to gather the family, spread a little extra kindness and kick off the holiday season together. Plus, if you’re one of the first 200 cars, you’ll get to do it all over again.
Cheer on the Vegas Golden Knights
Hockey season is in full swing in November, giving Vegas locals and visitors plenty of opportunities to head to T-Mobile Arena.
The Vegas Golden Knights currently have six home games scheduled in November 2026, including games against the Utah Mammoth on November 11, Nashville Predators on November 13, Vancouver Canucks on November 15, Dallas Stars on November 17 and 19, and Montreal Canadiens on November 28.
The November 11 game is also Military Appreciation Knight, while the November 28 matchup is Kids Day.
A Golden Knights game followed by a drive through millions of Christmas lights sounds like a pretty good Vegas November to us.
Run Through the Lights at the PJ 5K
November 15, 2026
Want to experience Glittering Lights without your car?
Throw on your favorite holiday pajamas for the PJ 5K Run & 1-Mile Walk with Speedway Children’s Charities on November 15. Instead of driving through the lights, participants get the unique opportunity to run or walk through the illuminated course at Las Vegas Motor Speedway.
It’s a fun way to get moving, celebrate the season and experience the lights from an entirely different perspective.
Catch the Raiders at Allegiant Stadium
November 15, 2026
Football fans have one Raiders home game to catch in Las Vegas this November.
The Las Vegas Raiders take on the Seattle Seahawks at Allegiant Stadium on Sunday, November 15, with kickoff scheduled for 1:05 p.m. Pacific Time.
And because kickoff is in the afternoon, there’s plenty of time to keep the fun going afterward. Glittering Lights opens in the evening, making a drive through the lights an easy family-friendly addition to game day.
Celebrate Military Night at Glittering Lights
November 16, 2026
The appreciation continues on November 16 with a special Military Night presented by Olive Branch Psychiatrics at Glittering Lights.
It’s another opportunity to enjoy one of the most popular Christmas activities in Las Vegas while recognizing the military members who serve our country.
Experience Formula 1 in Las Vegas
November 19–21, 2026
Few Las Vegas events in November 2026 will be bigger than Formula 1.
The Formula 1 Las Vegas Grand Prix returns November 19 through 21, bringing racing back to the streets of Las Vegas. Practice sessions take place Thursday and Friday, qualifying is scheduled for Friday night and race day arrives Saturday, November 21.
Even if you aren’t attending the race, expect plenty of Formula 1 excitement around the city throughout race week.
First Responders Night at Glittering Lights
November 19, 2026
November is all about gratitude at Glittering Lights. On November 19, we’ll celebrate the first responders who help keep our Southern Nevada community safe.
First Responders Night presented by Findlay Subaru of Las Vegas is another one of the special events happening at Glittering Lights throughout November and a chance to say thank you during the holiday season.
Celebrate Las Vegas Teachers
November 24, 2026
Before Thanksgiving arrives, Glittering Lights is celebrating the people who spend every day making a difference for Southern Nevada students.
Teacher Appreciation Night presented by BlvdHome takes place November 24, giving local educators another reason to gather the family and enjoy an evening of Christmas lights at Las Vegas Motor Speedway.
Spend Thanksgiving at Glittering Lights
November 26, 2026
Yes, Glittering Lights is open on Thanksgiving!
After the turkey, stuffing and pumpkin pie are finished, load everyone into the car and make Christmas lights part of your Thanksgiving tradition.
For families searching for things to do in Las Vegas on Thanksgiving, a drive through Glittering Lights is an easy activity for everyone from little kids to grandparents. No reservations at another restaurant, no cooking another meal and no arguing about what movie to watch. Just your family, your car and millions of Christmas lights.
Make the Most of November in Las Vegas
November is one of those months when Las Vegas really does have a little bit of everything. And when you’re ready for the holidays, we’ll be waiting.
Glittering Lights opens November 6, 2026 and shines nightly through January 3, 2027 at Las Vegas Motor Speedway. Whether you’ve been visiting for years or you’re looking for a new family tradition, there’s no better time to start making those holiday memories.
Plan your visit and get your tickets at GlitteringLights.Vegas.
