The City of Henderson will spread the holiday cheer at this year’s WinterFest, December 11-13 at the Henderson Convention Center and Henderson Events Plaza, both located at 200 S. Water Street, in the Water Street District. The annual winter festival will feature family-friendly activities including an official tree lighting ceremony, Santa Claus visits, live entertainment and much more. Parking and admission is free.
Thursday, November 20 – Monday, December 22 – Henderson Convention Center
7:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. The official Toys for Tots drop-off location.
Thursday, December 11 – Henderson Convention Center
7:00 p.m. Henderson Symphony Orchestra performs the “Sounds of the Season” concert.
Friday, December 12 – Henderson Events Plaza
6:00 p.m. Mayor James B. Gibson kicks off WinterFest with the official tree lighting ceremony.
6:15 p.m. Holiday Decorating Contest awards ceremony presented by the Commemorative Beautification Commission and Channel 3’s Kevin Janison.
6:30 - 9 p.m. Visits with Santa Claus, holiday entertainment, pony rides, petting zoo, ice skating and gingerbread house display and voting.
Saturday, December 13 – Henderson Events Plaza
10 a.m. WinterFest Parade down Water Street featuring the theme “Toys on Parade.” Once again, the U.S. Marine Corps serves as the grand marshal.
10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Gingerbread house display and voting.
10 a.m. – 7 p.m. Visits with Santa Claus, spectacular craft fair, festive entertainment, pony rides, petting zoo and ice skating.
4:30 p.m. Gingerbread house winners announced.
4:30 – 6 p.m. Production of the holiday classic, A Christmas Carol.
The WinterFest schedule of events is subject to change. For a complete listing of events and additional information, call (702) 267-2171 or visit www.HendersonLive.com.
The City of Henderson supports the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Advanced notice may be necessary to ensure that appropriate accommodations will be provided. For full telephone, use Relay Nevada by dialing 7-1-1.
The City of Henderson Department of Cultural Arts and Tourism is dedicated to creating and promoting innovative events, entertainment, programming and venues that celebrate diverse cultural arts, enhance tourism, involve and serve the community and enrich the economic and cultural fabric of Henderson.
The Henderson Pavilion, Henderson Convention Center and Henderson Events Plaza are all managed by the Department of Cultural Arts and Tourism.
For additional information on our programs and entertainment, please contact us directly at (702) 267-2171. Our office hours are Monday-Friday 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
For additional information on our programs and entertainment, please contact us directly at (702) 267-2171. Our office hours are Monday-Friday 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.