A December to Remember

Enjoy your favorite signature cocktail or yummy winter beverage. From spiked hot chocolate to vanilla latte, flavored coffee to white winter sangria, we've got just the drink to warm your bones.  And don't miss our tasty bites menu including hot pretzels drenched in melted cheese, savory soups plus other winter favorites.

Available: Fridays and 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 at GCL: Saturdays, Sundays and Daily 12/28 - 12/31
Available at MH: Saturdays and Sundays 

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. Guests can have peace of mind knowing that the Glice rink is up to the highest global hygiene protocols. Please note that the Glice skating experience occurs on a synthetic ice surface and provides an alternate experience to traditional ice skating.

Available: Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays

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: Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays

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 at GCL: Saturdays {Except for 12/24}

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: Fridays and Saturdays 

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 GCL: Thursdays 
Available at MH: Fridays & Saturdays + 12/26

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

Available: Tuesdays 

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 GCL: Saturdays, Sundays + 12/26, 12/28, 12/30 and 12/31
Available at MH: Daily 

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, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays 

Have you been naughty or nice? Enjoy a visit with Jolly Old Saint Nick and share your holiday wish list.

*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. 

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.   

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! 

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.}

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. 

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.

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.

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