Derek Hough: Dance for the Holidays
Dance / Entertainment
Season: Dec 29, 2026
Derek Hough brings Dance for the Holidays to BleauLive Theater at Fontainebleau Las Vegas on Tuesday, December 29, 2026 at 7:30 PM — a production featuring Hough and a cast of professional dancers performing holiday songs from classics to modern pop hits with full choreography and stage production. Emmy Award-winning choreographers Napoleon and Tabitha Dumo, known as NappyTabs, co-create, direct, and supervise the choreography for the tour. Tony and Drama Desk Award-nominated producer Greg Young produces the production. The show was announced August 18, 2026, with presales beginning the same week and general tickets available August 21 through Ticketmaster and fontainebleaulasvegas.com. Derek Hough is the most decorated professional dancer in the history of Dancing with the Stars, where he won the Mirror Ball Trophy six times — the all-time record for professionals on the show — alongside partners including Amber Riley, Nicole Scherzinger, Jennifer Grey, and Bindi Irwin. He has served as a judge on the show since 2020, bringing the same credibility to the judging panel that his decade as the show's most technically accomplished professional established. As a choreographer, Hough's work spans television, live touring, and Broadway-adjacent production — his Las Vegas shows blend theatrical dance with the popular song catalog that builds the most inclusive live concert experience. BleauLive Theater at Fontainebleau Las Vegas at 2777 S Las Vegas Blvd is one of the Strip's newest and best-configured mid-size theaters — a 3,500-seat venue with sight lines and acoustics designed from the ground up for residency and touring production. The December 29 date positions the show within the New Year's Eve week, when Las Vegas operates at its highest annual visitor density and the entertainment calendar concentrates premium events across every major venue on the Strip. Guests planning to combine Dance for the Holidays with the city's New Year's Eve celebrations will find the December 29 show an ideal opening event for a multi-day Las Vegas stay. LIV at Fontainebleau operates in-property for post-show nightlife without leaving the building. Free guest list for Strip nightclubs through NoCoverVegas. Sources: fox5vegas.com/2026/08/18/derek-hough-brings-holiday-dance-tour-fontainebleau-las-vegas/, fontainebleaulasvegas.com/event/symphony-of-dance-encore/, derekhough.com
Derek Hough: Dance for the Holidays at BleauLive Theater at Fontainebleau Las Vegas
Derek Hough: Dance for the Holidays performs live at BleauLive Theater at Fontainebleau Las Vegas as a touring act, bringing the full concert experience to Las Vegas. Touring shows at Vegas arenas and theaters often feature production setups that are scaled to the specific venue, so the staging and sound can vary from what you would see at a smaller club or amphitheater. Tickets typically go on sale several months in advance.
Venue Type
theater
Capacity
3,800 seats
Location
Fontainebleau Las Vegas
Arrival Tips & Parking
BleauLive Theater at Fontainebleau Las Vegas is a mid-size theater environment, which means seating is more intimate than an arena but still structured with assigned seats. Arriving 20 to 30 minutes early gives you time to find your seats and grab a drink without rushing. Most Strip theaters are inside casino-hotels, so you will pass through the gaming floor on the way in — budget a few extra minutes for that.
BleauLive Theater at Fontainebleau Las Vegas is located at 2777 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89109. Parking options vary by show — on big nights, self-park garages fill early and valet lines get long. Rideshare is one of the most efficient options for shows that let out all at once, though surge pricing is common post-show. If you are staying at a nearby hotel, walking is often the best option and lets you avoid traffic entirely.
Dress Code
Most Las Vegas theaters have a smart-casual dress code expectation, though strictly enforced dress codes are rare for concert events. Business casual to casual is appropriate. If the show is at a high-end venue, dressing up slightly is a good call — you will likely want to do dinner or drinks before or after anyway.
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After Derek Hough: Dance for the Holidays — Las Vegas Nightlife
Most Las Vegas shows let out between 10 PM and midnight — right when the nightclub scene hits its stride. Whether you're after an EDM headliner, a hip-hop night, or a high-energy open-format club, the Strip has options within a short rideshare ride of any major venue.
The key is signing up for guest list before the show. Guest list entry is free and skips the cover charge — you just need to arrive before the cutoff (typically 11 PM or midnight depending on the club). Sign up the morning of your concert and plan your after-show spot so you can go straight from the venue to the club without losing momentum.
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Drai's Nightclub
The Vanderpump Hotel
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Strip Clubs After Derek Hough: Dance for the Holidays
Las Vegas strip clubs stay open well past 4 AM and offer free guest list entry with complimentary transportation from your hotel — popular with show-goers wrapping up early.
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Treasures
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Spearmint Rhino
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Little Darlings
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Pool Parties & Dayclubs
Start your Vegas day at a pool party before the show. Las Vegas dayclubs run March through October with free guest list — the perfect afternoon before a night out.
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Omnia Dayclub
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Derek Hough: Dance for the Holidays Las Vegas — Common Questions
How do I get tickets to see Derek Hough: Dance for the Holidays in Las Vegas?
Tickets for Derek Hough: Dance for the Holidays at BleauLive Theater at Fontainebleau Las Vegas are available through the official venue box office and major ticketing platforms. For residencies and long-running shows, tickets are typically on sale well in advance. For touring acts, tickets go on sale a few months before the show date. If the show is sold out, check verified resale platforms — avoid unverified third-party sellers to protect against fraudulent tickets.
What is the dress code at BleauLive Theater at Fontainebleau Las Vegas?
Most Las Vegas theaters have a smart-casual dress code expectation, though strictly enforced dress codes are rare for concert events. Business casual to casual is appropriate. If the show is at a high-end venue, dressing up slightly is a good call — you will likely want to do dinner or drinks before or after anyway.
Where is BleauLive Theater at Fontainebleau Las Vegas located?
BleauLive Theater at Fontainebleau Las Vegas is located at 2777 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89109. It is one of Las Vegas's premier performance venues and is easily accessible from most major Strip hotels. Most rideshare services have designated drop-off zones nearby.
What nightlife is nearby after the show?
Las Vegas nightlife kicks into gear just as most shows let out — typically between 10 PM and midnight. Several of the top nightclubs on the Strip are within a short rideshare ride or walking distance of most venues. OMNIA at Caesars Palace, XS at Wynn, Hakkasan at MGM Grand, and Zouk at Resorts World are among the most popular options. Sign up for free guest list before the show so you can go straight from the concert to the club.
Is Derek Hough: Dance for the Holidays returning to Las Vegas?
Derek Hough: Dance for the Holidays's Las Vegas dates are part of a touring engagement. Check the official tour schedule for current Las Vegas dates — touring acts may add or adjust dates as the tour progresses.