Things to do with kids in Henderson, NV
Checked · All times are local Pacific Time (Henderson time)
Coming up in Henderson: Holiday Cactus Garden Lights at Ethel M (from Nov 5), Annual Tree Lighting at The District at Green Valley Ranch (Nov 21), Henderson WinterFest Tree Lighting & Drone Show (Dec 3) and 2 more events. 8 always-open places, led by Lion Habitat Ranch. Prices and hours come from each official site.
Christmas & holiday events: Santa, lights and tree lightings
Holiday Cactus Garden Lights at Ethel M
- When
- Thu, Nov 5 – Sun, Jan 3 (Nightly Nov 5–Jan 3 (closed Dec 25); Dec 24, Dec 31 & Jan 1 close at 8pm) · 5–10pm
- Cost
- $3 per person; under 2 and 65+ free; Santa Express Pass $40 (up to 6)
- Ages
- All ages · Outdoor
33rd year of holiday lights across the cactus garden. Santa visits nightly from 5pm through Dec 23. No reservations.
✓ Checked Oct 25, 2026 on the organizer's official page
Annual Tree Lighting at The District at Green Valley Ranch
- When
- Sat, Nov 21 · 5–8pm
- Cost
- No fee listed (RSVP requested)
- Ages
- All ages · Outdoor
Holiday evening with snowfall, the Snow Prince and Princess, live holiday music, sweet treats and a local makers market, ending with Santa lighting the tree.
✓ Checked Oct 27, 2026 on the organizer's official page
Henderson WinterFest Tree Lighting & Drone Show
- When
- Thu, Dec 3 · 5–7:30pm
- Cost
- Free
- Ages
- All ages · Outdoor
City of Henderson tree lighting with a drone show downtown.
✓ Checked Oct 25, 2026 on the organizer's official page
Henderson WinterFest Electric Light Parade
- When
- Fri, Dec 4 · 6:30–8:30pm
- Cost
- Free
- Ages
- All ages · Outdoor
Lighted holiday parade along Water Street.
✓ Checked Oct 25, 2026 on the organizer's official page
Storytimes
Storytime at Paseo Verde Library
- When
- Wed, Nov 4 – Thu, Nov 19 (Wednesdays & Thursdays (two sessions)) · 9:30–10am & 10:30–11am
- Cost
- Library program
- Ages
- Ages Ages 0–5 · Indoor
Stories, music and fun activities for ages 0–5 and caregivers. Space is limited: pick up a pass at the Customer Service Desk up to 30 minutes before the program.
✓ Checked Oct 25, 2026 on the organizer's official page
Always-open family places
Most popular first: zoos, aquariums and museums, then nature spots, parks and libraries. Prices come from each official site; "Not stated" means the site doesn't list one.
Lion Habitat Ranch
- Price
- Adult $25 · Child free (child 4-14)
- Best for
- Ages 0–17+ (our guidance)
Out-of-state adult price ($20 local); each adult ticket includes 1 child 4–14; extra child $10 ($8 local); 3 and under free. Open Thursday–Tuesday, closes 3pm in winter
✓ Price verified Oct 25, 2026 · source
Ethel M Botanical Cactus Garden
- Price
- Free
- Best for
- Ages 0–17+ (our guidance)
Garden and factory viewing free, daily 9am–7pm. Holiday lights nights (Nov 5–Jan 3) are $3 per person
✓ Price verified Oct 25, 2026 · source
Clark County Museum
- Price
- Free general admission
- Best for
- Ages 0–17+ (our guidance)
Open daily 9am–4:30pm; closed Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's Day
✓ Price verified Oct 25, 2026 · source
Henderson Bird Viewing Preserve
- Price
- Free (sign in at the Visitor Center)
- Best for
- Ages 0–17+ (our guidance)
Daily 7am–2pm
✓ Price verified Oct 25, 2026 · source
Discovery Park
- Price
- Not stated. See the official site.
- Best for
- Ages 0–17+ (our guidance)
Green Valley city park with a playground, walking trails, open grass, picnic shelters and courts; open 6am–10pm (enhancement work in progress through early 2027)
Heritage Park
- Price
- Not stated. See the official site.
- Best for
- Ages 0–17+ (our guidance)
Play area, amphitheater, walking trails and open grass next to the Bark Park; park open 6am–10pm
✓ Details checked Oct 25, 2026 on the official website
Green Valley Library
- Price
- Not stated. See the official site.
- Best for
- Ages 0–17+ (our guidance)
Storytime for ages 0–5 with caregivers; Tue–Thu 10am–6pm, Fri–Sat 10am–5pm, closed Sun–Mon
✓ Details checked Oct 25, 2026 on the official website
Paseo Verde Library
- Price
- Not stated. See the official site.
- Best for
- Ages 0–17+ (our guidance)
✓ Details checked Oct 25, 2026 on the official website
Frequently asked questions
What is there to do with kids in Henderson this weekend?
Lion Habitat Ranch, Ethel M Botanical Cactus Garden and Clark County Museum are open most days, but we don't have a Henderson event listed for this weekend (Oct 30–Nov 1). Next up: Holiday Cactus Garden Lights at Ethel M (Nov 5) and Annual Tree Lighting at The District at Green Valley Ranch (Nov 21).
What time is trick-or-treating in Henderson?
Henderson Police recommend trick-or-treating from 6 to 9 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 31. Sunset is at 5:44 p.m. (Source: City of Henderson.)
What are free things to do with kids in Henderson?
These are free according to their official sites: 3 places and 2 upcoming events in Henderson, including Ethel M Botanical Cactus Garden, Clark County Museum, Henderson Bird Viewing Preserve and Henderson WinterFest Tree Lighting & Drone Show (Thu, Dec 3). See all 5 above.
Where can kids play indoors in Henderson when it's too hot or windy?
We list 2 indoor places in Henderson: Green Valley Library and Paseo Verde Library.
When and where can kids see Santa in Henderson?
We list 2 events with Santa in Henderson: Holiday Cactus Garden Lights at Ethel M (Nov 5 – Jan 3) and Annual Tree Lighting at The District at Green Valley Ranch (Nov 21). Our Santa guide for the Las Vegas area has more nearby.
Where can I take my kids to see Christmas lights in Henderson?
We list 4 holiday light events in Henderson, 2 free: Holiday Cactus Garden Lights at Ethel M (Nov 5 – Jan 3) and Annual Tree Lighting at The District at Green Valley Ranch (Nov 21). See all 4 above. Our holiday lights guide for the Las Vegas area has more nearby.
Are there storytimes or regular kids' programs in Henderson?
We list 1 everyday program in Henderson: Storytime at Paseo Verde Library (Wednesdays & Thursdays, two sessions).
What is there to do with toddlers in Henderson?
We list 7 places and 1 event in Henderson that welcome kids under 2, including Storytime at Paseo Verde Library (Nov 4 – Nov 19), Lion Habitat Ranch, Ethel M Botanical Cactus Garden and Henderson Bird Viewing Preserve. See all 8 above. Age ranges for places are our own guidance.
How much do Henderson family attractions cost?
Prices from the official sites for 1 place in Henderson: Lion Habitat Ranch (adult $25, kids 4–14 free). Confirm before you go; prices change.
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