Henderson WinterFest 2026

Celebrate the start of the holiday season at Henderson WinterFest, returning to the Water Street District on December 3–4, 2026. This free community tradition brings festive lights and holiday cheer to downtown Henderson, with the Electric Light Parade among its signature attractions.

Gather with family and friends for a seasonal outing beneath the lights of Water Street. The full 2026 program is still being announced, with additional entertainment and opening-night details to come.

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Event Details

• Event: Henderson WinterFest.
• Dates: Thursday, December 3, and Friday, December 4, 2026.
• Thursday Hours: Full schedule to be announced.
• Electric Light Parade: Friday, December 4, beginning at 6:30 p.m.
• Location: Water Street Plaza and the Water Street District.
• Plaza Address: 240 S. Water St., Henderson, NV 89015.
• Admission: Free.
• Organizer: City of Henderson.

Schedule Notice: Additional 2026 event times, entertainment and parade route details have not yet been announced.

About the Event

WinterFest is Henderson’s annual holiday kickoff, bringing the community together in the historic Water Street District. Its traditions include a tree lighting, holiday entertainment and an Electric Light Parade filled with illuminated entries.

Previous celebrations have also featured a drone show over the district. The complete 2026 opening-night program is still forthcoming, including confirmation of individual attractions and performers.

Electric Light Parade

The 2026 Electric Light Parade takes place Friday evening with the theme “Holiday Lights, Lights, Lights!” Expect a celebration built around glowing parade entries and festive displays along Water Street.

The organizer lists the parade event from 6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. This is the published event window rather than a confirmed duration for the procession.

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WinterFest admission is free. The City of Henderson’s event page will provide the remaining 2026 program details as they are released.

About the Venue

Water Street Plaza is an outdoor gathering and entertainment space beside Henderson City Hall in downtown Henderson. It serves as a focal point for community celebrations in the surrounding Water Street District.

WinterFest activities extend into the district, with the Electric Light Parade taking place along Water Street. The plaza address provides a useful starting point for planning your visit; the final 2026 parade route is still to be announced.

Parking & Transportation

Plan your trip around the Water Street District in downtown Henderson. For rideshare, select a drop-off point outside the parade staging area and any posted street closures.

The organizer’s 2026 parade listing states that parking is not permitted within the parade staging area. For broader parking information around the valley, visit our Las Vegas Parking Guide.

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