A December to Remember

Enjoy your favorite signature cocktail or winter beverage. From a Tanqueray Negroni to a Stoli Vanilla Latte, we've got just the drink to take the chill off. PLUS, enjoy warm tasty bites. 

Frosty's Cantina at Minerals Hotel: Available Fridays & Saturdays
The Schnapps Shack at Grand Cascades Lodge: Available Friday – Sunday

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 Resort proudly offers its eco-friendly skating activity on a high performance rink manufactured by Glice, a leading global producer for synthetic ice rinks. Please note that Glice skating provides an alternate experience to traditional ice skating. 

Available: Thursday - Sunday 

This modern sport involves throwing an axe at a target attempting to hit the bullseye as close as possible. Get in the competitive spirit and have fun while participating in this outdoor activity.

Available at MH: Friday & Saturday
Available at GCL: Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday

Say cheese! Gather your loved ones for a professional family photo in front of the Crystal Spring blue truck and have a holiday keepsake to cherish forever.

Available: Select Saturdays - 11/25, 12/2, 12/9, 12/16

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 

It's time to get crafty! Join one of our talented local art instructors for step by step guidance to create a beautiful holiday painting.

Available at MH: Fridays & Saturdays
Available at GCL: Mondays & Thursdays 
 

Join one of our Resort mixologists to learn how to make seasonal cocktails...YUM!

Available: Tuesdays & 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  

NEW to the Resort! 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 

'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 

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 

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 

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. 

Goats dressed up as elves...name something cuter! Join twelve of our most playful goats, Santa and even Mrs. Claus. Step into their pen for some unforgettably festive photos. 

Available: Fridays & Saturdays 

Experience the true spirit of Christmas with our outdoor living nativity. Stop by to enjoy the live animals and staff in shepherds clothing, creating a magical holiday experience.   

Available: Fridays & Saturdays 

Grand Cascades Lodge and Minerals Hotel both include amazing indoor pool complexes featuring hot tubs, saunas, steam rooms and aquariums. In addition, you can relax in our outdoor heated snow pool regardless of the outside weather! 

Available: Daily

There's nothing more exciting for young children than to take a ride on a friendly pony. Our guides will lead the animals and allow kids to pet the gentle ponies. {Ideal for children under 100 lbs. Must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.}

Available: Sundays 

Explore our world-renowned Wine Cellar, winner of the Wine Spectator Grand Award since 2006. Be dazzled by this architectural marvel which houses 6,000 labels. 

Available: Daily 

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

Gather with friends and loved ones to listen to spectacular live music! You won't want to miss these talented musicians. 

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 

Adults & kids alike enjoy roasting marshmallows. Gather round our toasty fire pits for this communal experience. Marshmallows & sticks included.

Available: Daily