Experience the magic of the season at Crystal Springs Resort! Make lasting memories with a visit to these enchanted holiday settings. All overnight guests have full access to each of the below experiences regardless of hotel booked. Please note that some activities listed require a fee.
A visit to our festive Christmas Corner will awaken your holiday spirit! Delight in a visit with Santa, mini tree decorating, live nativity scene, marshmallow roasting, holiday stuffed animal workshop, Christmas Carolers {Fridays & Saturdays 11/24 - 12/23}, seasonal photo backdrop and yummy hot cocoa.
Don't miss Santa's arrival! Fridays & Saturdays at 5:30pm from November 24 - December 23.
*Please note, fees apply for some activities.
Hours of Operation:
Fridays & Saturdays beginning November 24 + Daily Christmas Week {December 22 - 31} 5:30pm - 8:00pm
Step into this magical holiday village, full of fun for big kids and little kids alike. Festive cocktails, hot chocolate, mini tree decorating, The 12 Goats of Christmas, holiday stuffed animal workshop, axe throwing, marshmallow roasting, live music {select dates} and more await!
Plus, enjoy visiting with Santa and Mrs. Claus: Fridays & Saturdays at 5:30pm from November 24 - December 23
*Please note, fees apply for some activities.
Frosty's Cantina & Winter Workshop Hours of Operation:
Fridays & Saturdays beginning November 24 + Daily Christmas Week {December 22 - 31} 5:30pm - 8:00pm
Immerse yourself in the wonder of the holidays with this alternative skating experience. Glide around the Glice rink, and get cozy around a toasty fire pit with a festive beverage from the warming hut. Skate rentals included in fee.
Hours of Operation:
Thursday 4:00pm - 8:00pm
Friday & Saturday 10:00am - 8:00pm
Sunday 10:00am - 7:00pm
'Tis the season! Gather with friends and family to get in the spirit with two talented musical acts, a delicious spread of your favorites plus holiday beverages.
Date: December 16, 2023
*Please note, some activites require a fee.
Children are invited to gather around the cozy fireplace in their PJs and listen to a festive bedtime story by one of our elves.
Available Saturday nights.
'Tis the season to build smiles! Have fun with this holiday tradition as you decorate three gingerbread people. Everything you need will be supplied.
Available: Saturdays
A holiday tradition! Enjoy this sweet activity with friends or loved ones. Everything you need to make an elaborate Gingerbread House will be provided.
Available: Saturdays & Sundays through December 24
The Christmas Corner features a live nativity with local farm animals, bringing the spirit and the meaning of the season to life.
Available: Fridays & Saturdays
Learn the basics of metal stamping to create personalized momentos and gifts! Each participant will receive their choice of one ornament blank to work on. Additional pieces are available to purchase at the activity if you wish to make more than one item.
Available: Fridays & Saturdays
Crystal Springs Resort is proud to offer its eco-friendly skating activity. The new high performance rink is manufactured by Glice, one of the world’s leading producers of Swiss-engineered synthetic ice rinks. Please note that the Glice skating experience provides an alternate experience to traditional ice skating.
Available: Thursday - Sunday
Get into the holiday spirit while decorating your very own mini holiday tree! Show your creativity with shiny beads and glistening balls to make the perfect tree for the season PLUS enjoy a delicious smores afterwards with your very own smores kit! Available while supplies last.
Available: Fridays and Saturdays through December 24
Have you been naughty or nice? Enjoy a visit with Jolly Old Saint Nick and share your holiday wish list.
Available: Fridays & Saturdays
*Please note, Santa visits will end December 23.
At Frosty's Cantina, you'll enjoy your favorite signature cocktail or yummy winter beverage. From spiked hot chocolate to a vanilla latte, we've got just the drink to warm your bones. And don't miss our tasty bites including a beef hot dog station and amazing chili.
Compete against another team to see how close you can get your stones to the target. Equipment is supplied. A guide will be present to explain the rules of the game and assist with scoring.
Available: Thursdays - Sundays
Create a keepsake cookie plate and mini milk jug for Santa! Using glass paints, use your creativity to guide you in our Santa's Milk and Cookies workshop! Parental assistance required. Directions to cure your creation at home will be provided. Please note, no milk and cookies will be provided in this class.
Available: Saturdays through December 23
Part Bingo, part Name that Tune. Will you be the first to recognize classic and modern Christmas carols and yell B-I-N-G-O?!
Available: Fridays
Join one of our Resort mixologists to learn how to make seasonal cocktails...YUM!
Available: Tuesdays & Saturdays
Amuse yourself with our fun holiday-themed Scavenger Hunt. Track down fun and unique items located throughout the Resort. Directions located at the Front Desk of your hotel.
Available: Daily
Grab a seat next to one of our toasty fire pits and enjoy your favorite hot signature cocktails, tasty libations or your choice of 10 different Schnapps varieties – perfect to ward off winter’s chill! And don't miss our tasty snacks including warm cider donuts, delicious toffee apple, homemade soup and more.
Come watch a family-favorite holiday movie! Entertaining films, old & new, will be presented at nightfall at both hotels. Appropriate for all ages.
Available at MH: Saturdays
Available at GCL: Fridays
In this workshop students will create candy bars using Pop It toys as their molds. Choose which edible elements to add to their candy bars and go home with your creations!
For the festive theme, choose from holiday popit shapes and peppermint chocolate.
Available on select days, please see calendar for additional details.
Featuring a grinch hot chocolate and a peppermint mocktail.
Available: Saturdays
Meet your new best friend! Choose from a variety of animals in our animal stuffing workshop! Each friend comes complete with a Resort tee shirt, making them the perfect souvenir for your trip!
Available at MH: Daily
Available at GCL: Fridays - Sundays
Adults & kids alike enjoy roasting marshmallows. Gather round our toasty fire pits for this communal experience. Marshmallows & sticks included.
Available: Daily
