Festive Pop-Up Brings Live Music, Craft Cocktails and Sparkling Cheer to The Strip

LAS VEGAS (November 12, 2025) – This holiday season, The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas invites guests to sip, savor and celebrate as The Chandelier transforms into a dazzling winter escape with its debut of ’Tis the Season, an enchanting holiday pop-up launching Friday, Nov. 28.

Set to become the season’s premier holiday destination on The Strip, ‘Tis the Season transforms Level 1.5 of The Chandelier into a whimsical and festive celebration. Upon arrival, guests will be welcomed into a vibrant entrance illuminated in holiday hues along with a beautiful archway of starry lights before entering a picturesque and dreamy winter wonderland. Complete with glowing trees, festive garland, sparkling electric votive candles, fluffy chair pelts and glittering snowflakes, guests will be captivated by the sights, sounds and glamour of the experience.

The festive activation will also include an artistically immersive photo area (perfect for the ‘gram); shareable sweet bites and bar snacks; and a spirited cocktail menu, including bespoke creations such as:

• Snowed In
  Elegant Spiked Hot Chocolate
  Choice of Bourbon, Tequila, Spiced Rum or Mezcal; served in a festive holiday mug 
• Naughty List
  Black Truffle Old Fashioned
  Bourbon, Scotch, Demerara Sugar, Black Truffle
• Icy What You Did There
  The Holiday Nog
  Rum, Allspice Dram, Peppermint Demerara Sugar, Coconut Milk
• Verbena (off menu cocktail by request only; available on all three levels of The Chandelier)
  Signature cocktail of The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas
  Tequila, Lemon verbena, ginger and citrus notes, served with a limited time holiday garnish
• Hot Cocoa Cart (N/A)
  A specialty hot cocoa cart will be available with mini cocoa samplers and an assortment of delicious toppings.

In addition to being open nightly, guests can experience three enchanting, specially programmed evenings Fridays, Saturdays and Mondays as The Chandelier changes color from gold to icy blue at 5 p.m. signaling the start of eclectic entertainment, festive surprises, curated cocktails and more.

Special programming includes:

• MONDAY from 6 - 10 p.m.: In Good Company: A Toast to the Toastmakers – Every Monday, The Chandelier will spotlight some of the city’s top mixologists during In Good Company, a first-of-its-kind collaboration between the iconic Chandelier and Las Vegas Arts District cocktail bars. Guests are invited to indulge in exclusive, one-night-only creations as talented mixologists showcase original cocktails in an interactive setting. The series line-up includes:
  • Doberman Drawing Room: December 1
  • The Dustland Bar: December 8
  • Petite Boheme: December 15
  • Craft Creamery Speakeasy: December 22
  • Nocturno Cocktail Bar: December 29
     
• FRIDAY from 7 p.m. - 12 a.m.: The weekend is here, and the party is officially underway as The Chandelier exudes spirited vibes that get everyone in the mood for a night of fun and revelry. As the night unfolds, a live DJ will keep the energy high as those who want to imbibe can order from the exclusive ‘Tis the Season cocktail menu.
   
• SATURDAY from 7 p.m. - 12 a.m.: The weekend continues with live music and performers as custom cocktails from ‘Tis the Season menu flow. Along with being the perfect holiday hub that brings festive cheer, a calligrapher will be on site to sketch guests wearing their holiday best, or to engrave names on custom gift tags, and will provide the items complimentary as a special takeaway.

‘Tis the Season debuts Friday, Nov. 28, and runs through Wednesday, Dec. 31, 2025, exclusively on Level 1.5 of The Chandelier inside The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas. Reservations are strongly encouraged and can be made via The Cosmopolitan's website.

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Media Contact:
Ashley Farkas
MGM Resorts International
Afarkas@mgmresorts.com