Discover So. Much. Christmas. This Holiday Season

With signature events like ICE!, classic holiday activities including photos with Santa, and thrilling experiences like ice tubing, there is something for everyone. You can do it all during So. Much. Christmas. at Gaylord National Resort! Explore our 2023 season lineup below.

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ICE! featuring Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer™️ Presented by Pepsi

icon November 19 – December 31, 2023
icon Daily, 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. (9-10 a.m. for resort guests only). Attraction closes at 5 p.m. on Dec. 31.
icon Ticketed
ICE!, our signature holiday attraction, features your favorite scenes from the beloved television classic Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, brought to life in magnificent sculptures hand-carved from more than 2 million pounds of ice. ICE! is presented by Pepsi.

Cirque: Spirit of Christmas

icon November 19 - December 31, 2023
icon Performances at 12:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. Sunday - Friday with an additional performance at 8 p.m. on Saturdays only.
icon Ticketed
This Cirque-styled Christmas show features dazzling acrobatics, feats of flexibility, and high-flying stunts. This Broadway-style spectacle centers around Noel, a child dismayed and distressed by the hustle and bustle of the holidays. Trying to recapture her lost love of the season, she is visited by spirits who bring back the true meaning of the season in energetic, dreamlike chapters.

Snow Flow Mountain

icon November 19 - December 31, 2023
icon Daily, 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. (9-10 a.m. resort guests only). Closes at 5 p.m. on Dec. 31.
icon Ticketed
Take a thrilling ride down Snow Flow Mountain! Hop on a tube and slide down real frozen ice lanes. Race family and friends to reach the finish! Your ticket lets you enjoy unlimited tubing thrills on your ticket date.

Ice Skating

icon November 19 - December 31, 2023
icon Daily, 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. (9-10 a.m. resort guests only). Closes at 5 p.m. on Dec. 31.
icon Ticketed
Enjoy a perfect day or evening under the stars by going on a yuletide glide on our outdoor ice skating rink made with real ice.

Snowball Build and Blast

icon November 19 - December 31, 2023
icon Daily, 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. in 15-minute time slots (9-10 a.m. resort guests only). Closes at 5 p.m. on Dec. 31.
icon Ticketed
Build and toss real snowballs to boost the power of the snowmaking machines. Take your best aim at the targets and let the snowballs fly!

Gingerbread Decorating Corner

icon November 19 - December 31, 2023
icon Daily, 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. (9-10 a.m. hotel guests only). Closes at 5 p.m. on Dec. 31.
icon Ticketed
Don't wait - make a date to decorate! Let your Christmas creativity run wild when you adorn tasty gingerbread. After you've reached confection perfection with your edible art, head over for a sweet meet and greet with Nutmeg, our very own gingerbread man.

#LIT Light Show Presented by Marriott Bonvoy Boundless®️ Credit Card

icon November 19 – December 30, 2023
icon Daily, 7:30 p.m., 8:45 p.m., 9:15 p.m.
icon Complimentary

Our dynamic, celebratory light show brings the fun of decorating the tree to life through thousands of dancing lights, culminating in a delightful and memorable tree lighting experience. Presented by Marriott Bonvoy Boundless®️ Credit Card from Chase.

Photos with Santa

icon November 19 – December 24, 2023
icon Schedule and times vary
icon Ticketed
Mailing a letter to the North Pole is great, but nothing can beat a personal visit with Santa Claus to let him know what you want for Christmas and make sure you're on his nice list. Capture the moment with a keepsake photo. 

Reindeer Games™ Scavenger Hunt featuring Rudolph and The Misfit Toys

icon November 19 – December 31, 2023
icon Daily, at your leisure
icon Ticketed
The Misfit Toys are all lost, and they need you to find them! With Rudolph's help, follow the clues to find the Misfit Toys and send them on their way to their new homes.

Mrs. Claus' Christmas Traditions

icon November 19 – December 31, 2023
icon Daily; showtimes vary
icon Ticketed
Join the jolliest hostess of all for a fun-filled celebration of Christmas traditions. Delight in the retelling of the Christmas classic, "'Twas The Night Before Christmas," sing along to favorite holiday songs, and share a batch of Santa's favorite snack - warm, freshly baked Christmas cookies and ice-cold milk. 

The Greatest Story Stage Show

icon November 19 – December 31, 2023
icon Schedule varies
icon Ticketed
The birth of Jesus Christ has been called "the greatest story ever told." Experience it through the eyes of six international storytellers in a musical stage show and multicultural celebration of everlasting faith, hope, and love. Complimentary seating is available on a first come, first served basis. Guaranteed seating available for purchase.

Build-A-Bear Workshop®

icon November 19 - December 31, 2023
icon Daily, 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. (9-10 a.m. hotel guests only). Closes at 5 p.m. on Dec. 31.
icon Price Varies

Build-A-Bear® has been adding a little more heart to life for more than 25 years! Visit Build-A-Bear Workshop® to experience the fun of personalizing furry friends and taking part in our one-of-a-kind Heart Ceremony. Add adorable outfits, sweet scents and fun sounds to make any furry friend the perfect gift or a cuddly Christmas keepsake!  

Wildlife Rescue

icon November 19 – December 31, 2023
icon Daily, at your leisure
icon Complimentary
Take a virtual safari through Gaylord National! Twelve endangered animals are hidden throughout the resort and your help is needed to find them. Search for the tracking markers to find the hidden animals, learn facts about them, and see them come to life before your very eyes with the magic of augmented reality (AR)! This cool tech experience is fun for kids of all ages and affords photo opportunities with AR animals throughout the resort. A smart phone and free app download are necessary to enjoy this AR experience.

Winter Wellness at Relâche Spa

icon November 20, 2022 - December 24, 2022
icon Daily, times vary
icon Price Varies
Drift into a state of tranquility while enjoying Winter Wellness spa treatments and the benefits of Eucalyptus, known to be high in antioxidants to promote relaxation and reduce pain.

Christmas Suites

Don't miss your chance to stay and experience holiday cheer in our enchanting Christmas Dream Suite.. These spectacular suites are filled with Christmas decorations, a full-sized Christmas tree, and guests can enjoy a fresh plate of holiday sweets made by our resort chefs as part of the overnight experience. There is limited availability - suites are expected to sell out quickly.