South Florida Vows to ‘Out Rock’ Rockefeller Center This Holiday Season

November 7, 2025

The annual battle for holiday spectacle is heating up, with the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood, Florida, announcing a dazzling new tradition it boldly claims will “out rock” New York’s iconic Rockefeller Center. As the historic Rockefeller Tree is felled and begins its journey to Manhattan, the Hard Rock is preparing to light up its signature property with a record-breaking display.

Launching a new tradition called “Hard Rock the Holidays,” the resort is transforming the 24 acres surrounding the famous Guitar Hotel pool into a sprawling winter wonderland. The festivities will be anchored by more than 2 million synchronized LED lights and over 20 unique holiday displays.

According to the hotel’s website, visitors can expect an immersive experience:

“Watch the iconic Guitar Hotel turn into a giant canvas as synchronized lights dance to holiday hits, wrapping the building in dazzling color. Enjoy festive treats, photos with Santa, and capture magical moments in immersive holiday scenes designed for the whole family. Don’t miss the limited time Guitar Hotel holiday light show featuring holiday hits synchronized to a dazzling light spectacle that brings the season to life.”

The holiday extravaganza kicks off on Saturday, November 29, 2025, and runs through Saturday, January 3, 2026.

Written by: MJ Eccles