Christmas at Gaylord Rockies
November 20, 2026 – January 3, 2027
Experience So Much Christmas with dazzling displays, tempting treats, holiday shows, and festive activities throughout the resort. Our signature attraction, ice!™ featuring Disney "Tim Burton's The Nightmare Before Christmas," bring scenes from the classic movie to life through colorful, colossal ice sculptures.
Race down exhilarating indoor snow tubing lanes for frosty thrills, decorate gingerbread houses, and marvel at magnificent decor covering the resort. Whether you're staying overnight or visiting for the day, it's the ultimate way to create lasting holiday memories together!
đź“… Indoor Tubing, Christmas Carousel & Ice Puck Challenge available November 26 - December 28 only.
The Ultimate Christmas Destination in Denver
Activities & Events
- ice!™ featuring Disney “Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas”Buy Tickets for ice!™ featuring Disney “Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas”
Step into scenes from the whimsical movie hand-carved from over 2 million pounds of ice. Bigger, bolder, and more breathtaking than ever!
- Gingerbread Decorating CornerBuy Tickets for Gingerbread Decorating Corner
Frost, sprinkle, and snack your way through sweet holiday fun—your dream gingerbread creation starts here!
- Photos with SantaBuy Tickets for Photos with Santa
Tell Santa your wish list and snap the perfect Christmas keepsake with the big man himself.
- Candy Cane Mountain Indoor Snow TubingBuy Tickets for Candy Cane Mountain Indoor Snow Tubing
Slide, spin, and race down snowy lanes—unlimited thrills, one icy adventure after another!
- Elf Training AcademyBuy Tickets for Elf Training Academy
Suit up, get crafty, and learn the secrets of Santa's squad. Every elf-in-training leaves with a handmade gift!
- Mrs. Claus’ Christmas TraditionsBuy Tickets for Mrs. Claus’ Christmas Traditions
Storytime, sing-alongs, and fresh-baked cookies—join Mrs. Claus for a cozy dose of Christmas cheer!
- Build-A-Bear Workshop®Create the cuddliest holiday keepsake! Choose a furry friend, add festive flair, and bring it to life with love.
- Nutmeg's Holiday Kitchen Character BreakfastWake up to holiday magic when you meet Nutmeg, a life-sized gingerbread cookie, and The Merry Baker, as they spread cheer with stories, laughter, and festive fun. Enjoy a themed breakfast, photo ops, and interactive moments that make every family feel part of the Christmas magic.
- All ActivitiesBuy Tickets for All Activities
Explore all of the festive activities available at our resort this holiday season!
- slide for ice!™ featuring Disney “Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas” ice!™ featuring Disney “Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas”Buy Tickets for ice!™ featuring Disney “Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas”
- slide for Gingerbread Decorating Corner Gingerbread Decorating CornerBuy Tickets for Gingerbread Decorating Corner
- slide for Photos with Santa Photos with SantaBuy Tickets for Photos with Santa
- slide for Candy Cane Mountain Indoor Snow Tubing Candy Cane Mountain Indoor Snow TubingBuy Tickets for Candy Cane Mountain Indoor Snow Tubing
- slide for Elf Training Academy Elf Training AcademyBuy Tickets for Elf Training Academy
- slide for Mrs. Claus’ Christmas Traditions Mrs. Claus’ Christmas TraditionsBuy Tickets for Mrs. Claus’ Christmas Traditions
- slide for Build-A-Bear Workshop® Build-A-Bear Workshop®
- slide for Nutmeg's Holiday Kitchen Character Breakfast Nutmeg's Holiday Kitchen Character Breakfast
- slide for All Activities All ActivitiesBuy Tickets for All Activities
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Your Home for the Holidays
Exclusive Discounts on ice! Tickets & Stays
Members of AAA, Military, Teachers and more can enjoy special savings on room nights and ice! tickets for the 2026-2027 holiday season!
Christmas at Gaylord Rockies ice! Experience Package
Experience ice!™ featuring Disney Tim Burton's The Nightmare Before Christmas, plus a stay at our one-of-a-kind resort festively decorated and featuring magnificent views of the Front Range. Includes overnight self-parking for (1) vehicle.
Stay Longer & Save More on Holiday Stays
There's so much Christmas to experience at our resort, you need more time to explore it all! Save up to 20% when you stay three or more nights, so you can unwind and unwrap a relaxing getaway together.