Experience the magic of the season at Crystal Springs Resort! Make lasting memories with a visit to these enchanted holiday settings. All overnight guests have full access to each of the below experiences regardless of hotel booked. Please note that some activities listed require a fee.
A visit to our festive Christmas Corner will awaken your holiday spirit! Enjoy a winter wagon ride, mini tree decorating, live nativity scene, marshmallow roasting, seasonal photo backdrop and games.
Don't miss Santa's arrival at 5:15pm!
*Please note, fees apply for some activities. Christmas Corner is open to members and guests of Minerals Hotel and Grand Cascades Lodge. Santa visits available through December 21. Mini Tree decorating available through December 25, while supplies last.
Hours of Operation:
Fridays and Saturdays 5:30pm-8:00pm
Daily December 22-31
Book your stay at Minerals Hotel or Grand Cascades Lodge or call 855-977-6473 to speak to our reservation team.
Step into this magical holiday wonderland, full of fun for big kids and little kids alike. Festive cocktails, hot chocolate, mini tree decorating, The 12 Goats of Christmas, holiday stuffed animal workshop, axe throwing, marshmallow roasting, live music {select dates}, visits with Santa and Mrs.Claus and more await!
*Please note, fees apply for some activities. Frosty's Cantina is open to guests of Minerals Hotel and Grand Cascades Lodge. Santa visits available through December 21. Mini Tree decorating available through December 25, while supplies last.
Frosty's Courtyard Hours of Operation:
Fridays and Saturdays 5:30-8:00pm
Daily December 22-31
Frosty's Cantina Hours of Operation:
Opening November 29
Book your stay at Minerals Hotel or Grand Cascades Lodge or call 855-977-6473 to speak to our reservation team.
Immerse yourself in the wonder of the holidays with this alternative skating experience. Glide around the Glice rink, try a round of curling or axe throwing and get cozy around a toasty fire pit with a festive beverage from the warming hut.
The Glice Rink area is open to guests of Minerals Hotel and Grand Cascades Lodge.
Hours of Operation:
Opening November 29
Book your stay at Minerals Hotel or Grand Cascades Lodge or call 855-977-6473 to speak to our reservation team.
Crystal Springs Resort is excited to partner with boutique luxury gingerbread company Edible Estates, which specializes in creating extraordinary replicas of attractive architecture made from this popular holiday treat! A magical design of our Grand Cascades Lodge will be beautifully executed and on display in all its sweet glory starting Thanksgiving weekend. This inspiring piece of art will be 100% edible and made from a classic gingerbread dough using local NJ farm wheat. It will be lit from inside with twinkling lights, illuminating the ginger 'candy glass' windows. Don’t miss this one-of-a-kind holiday display.
Guests of both hotels have access to Frosty's Cantina at Minerals Hotel and Christmas Corner at Grand Cascades Lodge.
The Christmas Corner features a live nativity with local farm animals, bringing the spirit and the meaning of the season to life.
Available: Fridays & Saturdays
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. Please note that the Glice skating experience provides an alternate experience to traditional ice skating.
Available: Thursdays - Sundays
Come out for a meet and greet with the baby goats! These adorable friends love to dress up and play with guests of all ages. Step into their pen for some unforgettably fun photos!
Available at MH: Fridays & 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: Select days
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
Join one of our Resort mixologists to learn how to make seasonal cocktails...YUM!
Available: Tuesdays & 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: Saturdays & Sundays through December 24
Who doesn't look a perfect photo opportunity? Grab your friends and loved ones and take photos to last a lifetime inside our giant snow globe located at the Crystal Springs Clubhouse.
Available at GCL: Daily
Enjoy a beautifully lit up wagon ride from Grand Cascades Lodge to the Christmas Corner where you will see an array of festive decorations and be filled with holiday cheer.
Available at GCL: Fridays & Saturdays + Daily Christmas Week {12/22 - 12/31}
At Frosty's Cantina, you'll enjoy your favorite signature cocktail or yummy winter beverage. From spiked hot chocolate to a vanilla latte, we've got just the drink to warm your bones. And don't miss our tasty bites including a beef hot dog station and amazing chili.
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
Part Bingo, part Name that Tune. Will you be the first to recognize classic and modern Christmas carols and yell B-I-N-G-O?!
Available: Fridays
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
Grab a seat next to one of our toasty fire pits and enjoy your favorite hot signature cocktails, tasty libations or your choice of 10 different Schnapps varieties – perfect to ward off winter’s chill! And don't miss our tasty snacks including warm cider donuts, delicious toffee apple, homemade soup and more.
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
In this workshop students will create candy bars using Pop It toys as their molds. Choose which edible elements to add to their candy bars and go home with your creations!
For the festive theme, choose from holiday popit shapes and peppermint chocolate.
Available on select days, please see calendar for additional details.
Featuring a grinch hot chocolate and a peppermint mocktail.
Available: Select days
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
Adults & kids alike enjoy roasting marshmallows. Gather round our toasty fire pits for this communal experience. Marshmallows & sticks included.
Available: Daily
This modern sport 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.
Available at MH: Fridays & Saturdays
Available at GCL: Tuesdays through Thursdays
