🎄✨ Seasonal Countdown on the Strip: Christmas & New Year’s Eve at Fontainebleau Las Vegas

This holiday season, the North Strip takes center stage—and Fontainebleau Las Vegas leads the celebration. As Las Vegas transforms into a glittering winter playground, Fontainebleau raises the bar with world-class entertainment, elevated dining, and unforgettable New Year’s Eve moments. Even more, the resort has earned global recognition from the prestigious MICHELIN Guide, receiving a coveted MICHELIN One Key, a distinction that celebrates exceptional hospitality, elevated comfort, and extraordinary guest experiences.

From rooftop ice skating and immersive nightlife to iconic concerts and indulgent holiday menus, Fontainebleau delivers a festive experience that feels both luxurious and electric—making it one of the most exciting places to ring in 2026.

🌟 MICHELIN One Key: A New Benchmark for Holiday Luxury

The MICHELIN One Key award confirms what travelers already know: Fontainebleau Las Vegas sets a new standard on the Strip. Thanks to its opulent guest rooms, vibrant bars and lounges, high-energy nightlife at LIV Las Vegas, and seasonal showstoppers like Oasis Ice Rink, the resort offers a seamless blend of sophistication and celebration. As a result, Fontainebleau has become a must-book destination for travelers seeking an elevated holiday escape.

🎅 Navidad Azul: A Bold, Over-the-Top Holiday Bar Experience

Navidad Azul
Tuesday–Saturday | 6 PM – Late
Live Entertainment Friday & Saturday | 9 PM – Late

Azul’s signature ambiance transforms into Navidad Azul, a gaudy, whimsical Christmas bar bursting with festive flair. Step inside a playful holiday wonderland filled with exclusive seasonal cocktails, live music, and unapologetically cheerful décor. Because of its high-energy vibe and immersive atmosphere, Navidad Azul quickly becomes a favorite stop for pre-party drinks and late-night celebrations.

🎶 Iconic Holiday Concerts at BleauLive Theater

Toto — December 30 at 9 PM

Six-time GRAMMY® Award winners Toto return to Fontainebleau, bringing legendary hits like “Africa,” “Rosanna,” and “Hold the Line” to the BleauLive Theater. This one-night-only performance sets the tone for an epic New Year’s countdown.

Duran Duran — January 1 & 2 at 8 PM

Ring in the New Year with Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductees Duran Duran, who return for back-to-back shows on January 1 and 2. Their second New Year’s holiday residency at Fontainebleau delivers nostalgia, energy, and arena-worthy spectacle to kick off 2026 in style.

🍽️ New Year’s Eve Dining: Where Celebration Meets Culinary Excellence

Fontainebleau’s dining lineup ensures your final meal of 2025 is just as memorable as the countdown.

• Don’s Prime | 5–9 PM, Dec 31
  Enjoy special NYE menu additions alongside the classic à la carte steakhouse offerings.
• Mother Wolf | Dec 31
  • First Seating: 5–6:30 PM (À la carte)
  • Second Seating: 7–10:30 PM (NYE menu only)
• KYU | 5–11 PM, Dec 31
  Holiday menu highlights include a prime filet paired with a 4 oz lobster tail and brown butter miso hollandaise.
  Also available January 1, 2026, with special additions.
• La Fontaine | 7 AM–2 PM, Jan 1
  Start the New Year with a refined breakfast in a relaxed setting.
• The Tavern Sportsbook | 9 AM–9 PM, Jan 1
  Ease into 2026 with New Year’s Day drink specials, including a Bloody Mary tasting from 12–2 PM.

🥂 Countdown to 2026: Champagne, DJs & Nightlife

• Collins NYE Celebration
  Toast midnight with bottomless Dom Pérignon, with an optional caviar enhancement during this intimate countdown experience.
• Bleau Bar
  Ring in the New Year beneath the chandelier as a live DJ keeps the energy flowing all night.
• John Summit at LIV Las Vegas
  Dance into 2026 as John Summit, one of electronic music’s biggest names, takes over LIV Las Vegas for a high-octane New Year’s Eve celebration.

🎆 Why Fontainebleau Is the Ultimate North Strip Holiday Destination

Fontainebleau Las Vegas brings everything together in one iconic setting—MICHELIN-recognized luxury, headline concerts, destination dining, rooftop ice skating, and world-class nightlife. Moreover, its North Strip location offers a fresh perspective on the holidays, away from the crowds but right in the heart of the action.

🎉 Plan Your Holiday Escape Now

If you’re deciding where to spend Christmas and New Year’s Eve on the Las Vegas Strip, look no further than Fontainebleau Las Vegas. With a MICHELIN One Key distinction and a stacked lineup of festive experiences, this is where the season shines brightest.

Book your stay, secure your tickets, and make Fontainebleau the centerpiece of your Seasonal Countdown to 2026.

Step into the sparkle of 🎄✨ Seasonal Countdown on the Strip: Christmas & New Year’s Eve at Resorts World Las Vegas and discover how this luxury destination transforms the holidays into a nonstop celebration. From festive décor and seasonal dining to headline entertainment and NYE thrills, start planning your visit now and experience the Strip at its most magical.