'Tis the season! Gather with friends and family for an amazing holiday concert featuring an array of talented acts and festive beverages {available for purchase}.

Enhance your experience with overnight accommodations on Saturday, December 6. 

  • Overnight accommodations at Grand Cascades Lodge or Minerals Hotel
  • Choice of:
    • 3 Tickets to the 3:30pm seating of the Holiday Spectacular show
    • 2 Tickets to the 6:00pm seating of the Holiday Spectacular show
  • Please note: Shuttle available for all Grand Cascades Lodge guests
  • $40 breakfast credit per night, per reservation

Unwrap the magic of the holiday with singing sensation Backtrack Vocals, electric violinist Yut Chia, comedian Tom Kelly plus additional local talent.  

Your admission includes access to the festive Frosty’s Courtyard featuring marshmallow roasting, axe throwing, Elf storytime, holiday movie, Santa’s “Reindeer” Goats and more!

The second seating includes a delicious full dinner buffet with beer, wine and seasonal beverages.

Date: December 6, 2025
Location: The Canyon Ballroom at Minerals Hotel

FIRST SEATING: 3:30PM - 5:00PM
Does not include food & beverage, but both are available for purchase. 

SECOND SEATING: 6:00PM - 8:00PM
Includes dinner buffet, holiday beverages, beer and wine. Click here to view menu.

  • Accommodations available at Grand Cascades Lodge or Minerals Hotel on December 6, 2025.
  • The breakfast credit may be used at the breakfast buffet or towards an a la carte breakfast at the Crystal Tavern or Kites Restaurant if the breakfast buffet is not available. Guests may only use this breakfast credit at whichever hotel they are staying at. This credit may not be used towards any tax or gratuity charges.
  • Rate for first night of stay plus tax will be secured as a deposit and charged to your credit card to guarantee your room.
  • 100% of your deposit amount will be refunded if you cancel up until 7 days prior to your arrival  
  • If your dates of stay change after initial booking, prevailing room rates will apply.
  • Activity and dining availability is not guaranteed during your stay. It is strongly recommended that reservations are made prior to your arrival.
  • This offer may not be combined with any other discount or promotion.
  • This offer is not available for groups.

Entertainment

Backtrack Vocals

An exceptional 5-person a cappella group which performs exciting arrangements that transform familiar tunes. You'll be amazed at the top-notch vocal and beatboxing abilities of all of the members. Click here to watch Backtrack Vocals. 

Amazing vocals at the Holiday Spectacular concert.

Electric Violinist

Yut Chia is a dynamic NYC-based electric violinist whose performances fuse classical mastery with modern pop, EDM and choreography. From subway stages to Carnegie Hall and Madison Square Garden, Yut has captivated audiences with high energy shows that light up weddings, fashion events and concerts alike - redefining what the violin can be. 

Yut Chia

Tom Kelly

Tom Kelly is a stand-up comedian and host whose warm-up work has brought audiences to life on shows like Good Morning America, The View, America’s Got Talent, and The $100,000 Pyramid.

Backtrack Vocals

An exceptional 5-person a cappella group which performs exciting arrangements that transform familiar tunes. You'll be amazed at the top-notch vocal and beatboxing abilities of all of the members. Click here to watch Backtrack Vocals. 

Electric Violinist

Yut Chia is a dynamic NYC-based electric violinist whose performances fuse classical mastery with modern pop, EDM and choreography. From subway stages to Carnegie Hall and Madison Square Garden, Yut has captivated audiences with high energy shows that light up weddings, fashion events and concerts alike - redefining what the violin can be. 

Tom Kelly

Tom Kelly is a stand-up comedian and host whose warm-up work has brought audiences to life on shows like Good Morning America, The View, America’s Got Talent, and The $100,000 Pyramid.

Included Holiday Experiences

Live Nativity Scene

A visit to our live nativity scene will awaken your holiday spirit. This holiday event features staff in costume and live animals, which bring the story of Christmas to life. Photos are allowed. Children must be accompanied by an adult during the visit. Included for guests of both hotels. Hosted at Christmas Corner by the Crystal Springs Clubhouse adjacent to Grand Cascades Lodge.
Live nativity scene of boy holding baby goat.

Visits with Santa

Have you been naughty or nice? Make sure to bring your camera and holiday gift list to meet the man with the goodies in his bag. Santa will be visiting Grand Cascades Lodge Fridays and Saturdays this holiday season. Reservations are not required. First come, first served. Open to Members and guests of both hotels.
Santa looking down at little girl.

Live Holiday Music at the Glice Rink

'Tis the season to enjoy your favorite holiday songs. You'll be entertained by the sounds of the season and can also sing along to all your favorite carols. Our group will make spirits brights with an array of popular and beloved tunes. Hosted at Grand Cascades Lodge.
Carolers singing in front of decorated Christmas tree in Crystal Springs Clubhouse

Holiday Movies in Frosty's Courtyard

Join us at Frosty's Cantina to watch clips of your favorite holiday movies and pull up a chair to roast some marshmallows on the fire and enjoy the lights and holiday decor in Frosty's Courtyard. Hot cocoa and festive adult beverages are available but not included. Hosted for members and resort guests at Minerals Hotel.
Family watching a holiday movie

Santa's "Reindeer" Goats

Santa's official reindeer trainers are making a special stop at Minerals to show us how they get Santa's fleet ready for the big flight on Christmas Eve! In this playful demonstration, our friendly Resort Reingoats - goats dressed as reindeer - will stand in for Santa's famous team while the trainers share their magical methods.
Close of up a goat.

Elf Story Time in Frosty's Courtyard

Join Santa’s cheerful helper for a magical story time filled with holiday tales, laughter, and festive fun. Perfect for children and families to cozy up and enjoy the spirit of the season!
Woman dressed in elf costume reading story to child.

The Light Hunt

The holiday Light Hunt is a fun scavenger hunt where guests search for animal lights that are hidden outdoors around the property. Hosted at Grand Cascades Lodge.
The pond in front of Grand Cascades in winter with holiday lights.

Letters to Santa

Santa knows if you've been naughty or nice, but you still need to write him all that you want for Christmas! Visit the North Pole Post at Minerals to fill out a holiday card with your gift wishes, then mail it to St Nick!
Little girl writing a letter to Santa

Live Nativity Scene

A visit to our live nativity scene will awaken your holiday spirit. This holiday event features staff in costume and live animals, which bring the story of Christmas to life. Photos are allowed. Children must be accompanied by an adult during the visit. Included for guests of both hotels. Hosted at Christmas Corner by the Crystal Springs Clubhouse adjacent to Grand Cascades Lodge.

Visits with Santa

Have you been naughty or nice? Make sure to bring your camera and holiday gift list to meet the man with the goodies in his bag. Santa will be visiting Grand Cascades Lodge Fridays and Saturdays this holiday season. Reservations are not required. First come, first served. Open to Members and guests of both hotels.

Live Holiday Music at the Glice Rink

'Tis the season to enjoy your favorite holiday songs. You'll be entertained by the sounds of the season and can also sing along to all your favorite carols. Our group will make spirits brights with an array of popular and beloved tunes. Hosted at Grand Cascades Lodge.

Holiday Movies in Frosty's Courtyard

Join us at Frosty's Cantina to watch clips of your favorite holiday movies and pull up a chair to roast some marshmallows on the fire and enjoy the lights and holiday decor in Frosty's Courtyard. Hot cocoa and festive adult beverages are available but not included. Hosted for members and resort guests at Minerals Hotel.

Santa's "Reindeer" Goats

Santa's official reindeer trainers are making a special stop at Minerals to show us how they get Santa's fleet ready for the big flight on Christmas Eve! In this playful demonstration, our friendly Resort Reingoats - goats dressed as reindeer - will stand in for Santa's famous team while the trainers share their magical methods.

Elf Story Time in Frosty's Courtyard

Join Santa’s cheerful helper for a magical story time filled with holiday tales, laughter, and festive fun. Perfect for children and families to cozy up and enjoy the spirit of the season!

The Light Hunt

The holiday Light Hunt is a fun scavenger hunt where guests search for animal lights that are hidden outdoors around the property. Hosted at Grand Cascades Lodge.

Letters to Santa

Santa knows if you've been naughty or nice, but you still need to write him all that you want for Christmas! Visit the North Pole Post at Minerals to fill out a holiday card with your gift wishes, then mail it to St Nick!

All-Included Activities

Your stay at either Resort hotel includes all offered activities other than goat yoga and workshops.  The activity schedule varies by day.  Please check the calendar for details.

Curling - Private Sessions

Try this winter sport by the Glice Rink at the Crystal Springs Clubhouse. Two teams of players slide curling stones down a sheet of specially prepared synthetic "glice" attempting to get their stones closest to the target's center.
Two kids curling.

Glice Skating

Glice is a Swiss engineered eco-friendly synthetic material that can be skated on, even when it is above freeing. Come glide around the rink and then warm up by the fire with a hot cocoa or festive adult beverage from the Jacques Torres Hot Cocoa Hut. Hosted at Grand Cascades Lodge. Skate time and skate rentals are included for guests of both hotels.
Children Glice Skating Together during family vacation in NJ

Pony Rides

Children will enjoy the experience of our hand-led guided rides and friendly interaction with adorable and gentle ponies from a local farm. For the safety of the animals, please note that children up to 100 lbs can be accommodated for rides.
Young girl riding a pony during family vacation.

Axe Throwing

Come try this modern sport, which involves throwing an axe at a wooden target, and attempting to hit as close to the bullseye as possible. Get your competitor hat on in this safe and fun environment. Session includes a trained guide who will show guests the responsible way to participate.
Two girls wearing white winter jackets and holding axes in their hands to throw.

Animal Educators

Join us for a fun program with our local animal educator partners. Professional guides will share fun facts about the visiting animals which include everything from exotic animals to invertebrates, amphibians, reptiles and mammals.
Children petting a chinchilla.

Marshmallow Roasting

Warm up around the fire and make some memories with a good old fashioned marshmallow roast. Great fun for adults and kids alike.
People roasting marshmallows.

Rock Climbing Wall

Experience the thrill of rock climbing with a state-of-the-art climbing wall designed for both beginners and more advanced climbers. Featuring innovative catch-and-hold technology, guests can challenge themselves in a safe and exhilarating environment. Hosted at Minerals Hotel.
Young girl rock climbing.

Curling - Private Sessions

Try this winter sport by the Glice Rink at the Crystal Springs Clubhouse. Two teams of players slide curling stones down a sheet of specially prepared synthetic "glice" attempting to get their stones closest to the target's center.

Glice Skating

Glice is a Swiss engineered eco-friendly synthetic material that can be skated on, even when it is above freeing. Come glide around the rink and then warm up by the fire with a hot cocoa or festive adult beverage from the Jacques Torres Hot Cocoa Hut. Hosted at Grand Cascades Lodge. Skate time and skate rentals are included for guests of both hotels.

Pony Rides

Children will enjoy the experience of our hand-led guided rides and friendly interaction with adorable and gentle ponies from a local farm. For the safety of the animals, please note that children up to 100 lbs can be accommodated for rides.

Axe Throwing

Come try this modern sport, which involves throwing an axe at a wooden target, and attempting to hit as close to the bullseye as possible. Get your competitor hat on in this safe and fun environment. Session includes a trained guide who will show guests the responsible way to participate.

Animal Educators

Join us for a fun program with our local animal educator partners. Professional guides will share fun facts about the visiting animals which include everything from exotic animals to invertebrates, amphibians, reptiles and mammals.

Marshmallow Roasting

Warm up around the fire and make some memories with a good old fashioned marshmallow roast. Great fun for adults and kids alike.

Rock Climbing Wall

Experience the thrill of rock climbing with a state-of-the-art climbing wall designed for both beginners and more advanced climbers. Featuring innovative catch-and-hold technology, guests can challenge themselves in a safe and exhilarating environment. Hosted at Minerals Hotel.