LIV at Fontainebleau Sets the Scene for Industry’s Biggest Celebration
by Melissa Skipworth
Las Vegas, NV – Las Vegas’ premier hospitality and events associations came together for the industry’s most anticipated celebration of the year: the 2025 All Association Holiday Party. Held at the stunning LIV nightclub at Fontainebleau Las Vegas, the event drew hundreds of industry professionals for an evening of networking, festive entertainment, and holiday cheer.
A Grand Entrance
Guests arriving at the multi-level venue were greeted by an impressive LED holographic fan directional elf on the way to each escalator. Performers dressed in elegant Santa-themed gowns with festive elf ears held illuminated welcome signs, setting a whimsical tone for the evening ahead.
The registration area transformed into a winter wonderland with striking red and white décor, featuring an LED dance floor and illuminated trees. Representatives from all participating associations lined up to welcome attendees and check in members for the celebration.
Immersive Event Experience
Upon entering the main space, attendees encountered two professional photo booth stations and an interactive sticker art activation, encouraging creative engagement and social sharing throughout the night.
The nightclub’s impressive infrastructure—including state-of-the-art sound and lighting systems, multiple bars, and a central DJ booth—provided the perfect canvas for an immersive experience. Four strategically positioned food stations offered diverse culinary options, while go-go dancers in seasonal costumes added visual energy to the festivities. A live DJ kept the energy high throughout the evening, complemented by the venue’s exceptional ambiance and an animatronics polar bear that stole the show.
Industry Collaboration at Its Finest
The event showcased the collaborative spirit of Las Vegas’ hospitality sector, with eleven participating organizations working together to create a memorable experience:
Participating Organizations:
- Las Vegas Hospitality Association (LVHA)
- Event and Destination Professionals Alliance (EDPA)
- Hospitality Sales and Marketing Association International (HSMAI)
- Las Vegas Territory
- Meeting Professionals International (MPI)
- National Association for Catering and Events (NACE)
- Professional Convention Management Association (PCMA)
- Society for Incentive Travel Excellence Mountain West (SITE Mountain West)
- Skål International Las Vegas
- Southern Nevada Hotel Concierge Association (SNHCA)
- Wedding Industry Professionals Association (WIPA)
Event Sponsors: The celebration was made possible through the generous support of industry partners including 24-Seven Productions, AE&ES, bydign, Champagne Creative Group, Event Technology Service, LV Photo, M Place Productions, RumpleSkilton Events, Scarlett Entertainment, Show Talent Productions, Smash Booth Interactive Photo Studios, and ShutterBooth SB.
Prime Location and Accessibility
Fontainebleau Las Vegas proved to be an ideal venue choice, situated on the north end of the Las Vegas Strip with exceptional accessibility—just 20 minutes from Harry Reid International Airport and a 10-minute walk from the Las Vegas Convention Center. Nevada residents and Fontainebleau Rewards members enjoyed complimentary self-parking, adding convenience to the evening’s festivities.
The 21+ event, priced at $85 per person, demonstrated the Las Vegas hospitality community’s commitment to celebrating together while supporting the collaborative partnerships that make the city’s events industry thrive.
The 2025 All Association Holiday Party once again proved why Las Vegas remains the premier destination for world-class events, bringing together the talent, creativity, and innovation that defines the industry.
