Dozens of Activities
With classic holiday activities like photos with Santa, engaging shows like The Oak Ridge Boys Christmas In Tennessee Dinner Show, thrilling experiences like ice bumper cars, and our all-new Gaylord Hotels Original Experience Mission: Save Christmas featuring Elf™, there is something for everyone, and you can do it all with So. Much. Christmas. at Gaylord Opryland Resort.
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The Oak Ridge Boys "Christmas in Tennessee" Dinner Show
Ice Tubing
Gaylord Opryland's Rockin Christmas on Ice
An all-new LIVE ice skating show featuring champion skaters, big jumps, fast spins and awe-inspiring throws and lifts!
Parade of Trees
Visit the Parade of Trees throughout our Garden Conservatory and learn how you can win once in a lifetime experiences from country music's biggest stars! Trees decorated by Alan Jackson, Carrie Underwood, Darius Rucker, Eric Church, George Strait, Josh Turner, Keith Urban, Luke Bryan, Mickey Guyton, and Reba McEntire will be on display all season long. Hosted by Universal Music Group Nashville to benefit First Responders Children's Foundation. Visit www.CharityStars.com/ParadeOfTrees to donate for a chance to win.
Ice Bumper Cars
SoundWaves Water Experience
SoundWaves Admission + Event Tickets
Delta Riverboat Christmas Cruise
Gingerbread Decorating Corner
This fun, sticky, and interactive decorating tradition just got a whole lot sweeter! Choose from different design options to create either delectable, holiday-themed gingerbread cookies or a complete gingerbread house. After you've decorated to your heart's content, make your way to visit the Gingerbread Bakery.
This event is sold out from advance bookings; we are not accepting additional reservations this season.
Ice Skating Lessons
Christmas Lights
Rudolph's Holly Jolly™ Breakfast
Santa's reindeer loved him and so will you! Meet Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer and Friends, at our new holiday event. Children of all ages will enjoy a delicious breakfast, play games and sing along to favorite music from the beloved television special. It's an experience sure to make you shout out with glee!
Reindeer Games™ Scavenger Hunt Featuring Rudolph and The Misfit Toys
The Misfit Toys are all lost and they need your help to be found! With Rudolph's help, follow the clues to find the Misfit Toys and send them on their way to their new homes.
Tickets can be purchased on site at the event.
Build-A-Bear Workshop
Santa's Spinners
These are no ordinary tea cups. Pour yourself into one of these cups and go round and round on this whirling winter ride.
Tickets can be purchased on site at the event.
Kid's Train Ride
Hop aboard our miniature train and enjoy a scenic ride on the Opryland Express.
Tickets can be purchased on site at the event.
Christmas Fountain Shows
Luminaries of Love
With the purchase of a holiday Luminary of Love, you're supporting the Children's Miracle Network for the Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt. Choose a special dedication on your luminary to display along the Delta River or take it home to enjoy throughout the season.
Tickets can be purchased on site at the event.
Holiday Dining
Winter Wellness at Relâche Spa
Photos With Santa
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.
Please note that Santa Claus will wear a mask at all times during this experience.
Wildlife Rescue – An Augmented Reality Experience presented by bubly™
General Jackson Showboat "Tennessee Christmas"
Pinetop Stage
Nightly Tree Lighting and Caroling
Join us nightly Nov 12, 2021 - Jan 2, 2022 on the Magnolia Lawn to sing Christmas carols and watch our spectacular tree lighting.
Join us for our annual A Country Christmas Lighting Ceremony with Masters of Ceremony Bill Cody and Kelly Sutton, plus performances by The Oak Ridge Boys, the cast of the General Jackson Showboat, and more surprises.
Outdoor Nativity
Holiday Horticulture Trek
Holiday Selfie Spots
Yule Learning Log
Delta Riverboats
Reindeer Encounters
Get up close and personal with Santa's favorite animals and learn about this amazing species!
Frosty's Pub
Stop by our holiday eatery featuring over the top seasonal décor, dishes with a touch of cheer and playful holiday themed cocktails, sure to get you into the holly jolly spirit.
Location: Magnolia