Escape to the scenic mountains for a relaxing Thanksgiving holiday at Crystal Springs Resort! Discover luxurious accommodations, endless activities, entertainment and world-class dining just a short drive away.

  • Enjoy $50 Resort credit per each night of stay to use towards shopping, workshops, spa & more
    • $50 Resort credit with a 1 night stay {Available November 27 & November 30 only}
    • $100 Resort credit with a 2 night stay + Bonus: Vintage Board Game
    • $150 Resort credit with a 3 night stay + Bonus: Vintage Board Game
  • $40 breakfast credit per night, per reservation 
  • Full access to pool complexes, Minerals Sports Club facilities and more 
  • All activities {excluding workshops & goat yoga} such as archery, axe throwing, laser clay shooting, rock climbing PLUS MORE are included with your stay 

  • Valid Wednesday, November 27 - Sunday, December 1, 2024
  • 1-night stay available on Wednesday, November 27 or Saturday, November 30, 2024
  • 3-night minimum for check-in on Thursday, November 28, 2024
  • Resort credit cannot be used towards room and must be used during this stay
  • 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.

Thanksgiving Dining

Emerald Ballroom

Thanksgiving Buffet

This extraordinary buffet will serve up tempting selections from the best of the season's offerings. The menu features a lavish hot & cold buffet, seafood bar, carving stations, local cheeses and veggies, soup, and a decadent dessert station. Plus, enjoy live entertainment by Andie Baldwin. 

11:30am - 4:00pm
12 & Over: $75 per person  Children 4-11: $30 — 3 & under: Free
{plus tax and administrative charge}

Dress Code: Dressy Casual

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Sold Out Thanksgiving

Canyon Ballroom

Treat yourself to a Thanksgiving feast in the Canyon Ballroom. This family buffet features all of your favorite dishes of the season including a seafood bar, delicious hot buffet, carving & pasta stations, and assorted yummy desserts. Enjoy live entertainment PLUS a visit with Santa after your dining celebration! 

Seatings 11:00am, 1:30pm or 4:00pm

12 & over: $68 per person
Children 4 - 11: $28 — 3 & under: Free
{plus tax and administrative charge}

Dress Code: Dressy Casual

VIEW MENU 

RESERVE YOUR SEAT 

Santa greeting guests during Thanksgiving meal in Canyon Ballroom

Black Bear Golf Club

This Thanksgiving buffet features scrumptious offerings including endless shrimp, a hot buffet, carving stations and a selection of delectable desserts. Plus enjoy live entertainment as you celebrate with family and friends.

11:30am - 3:00pm

12 & over: $65 per person
Children 4 - 11: $25.95 — 3 & under: Free
{plus tax and administrative charge}

Dress Code: Dressy Casual

VIEW MENU 

reserve your seat

Shrimp cocktail during an event

Restaurant Latour

Restaurant Latour, NJ's #1 rated Fine-Dining Experience, will offer its standard menu featuring an array of exceptional dishes made with locally sourced ingredients. 

5:00pm

Dress Code: 

  • Men – Jackets are preferred. No denim {including jackets}, sporting attire, tee shirts, ripped clothing, short, sneakers or flip-flops.
  • Women – No denim {including jackets}, sporting attire, ripped clothing, shorts, sneakers or flip-flops.

view sample menu

reserve a table 

OR call 844.837.2990  to book your dining reservation

Restaurant Latour's Food Presentation

Springs Bistro

Enjoy a delicious dinner featuring an array of options including meatballs, fritto misto, cast iron sliced bistecca, traditional turkey dinner and more.

3:00 - 8:00pm

Dress Code: Dressy Casual

VIEW MENU

VIEW KIDS MENU

RESERVE A TABLE

Springs Bistro Meatball Dish

Crystal Tavern

The Crystal Tavern will be featuring their standard menu and a delicious Thanksgiving Turkey option with mashed potatoes, brussels sprouts and more.

12:00 - 10:00pm 

Dress Code: Dressy Casual

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Sold Out Salmon

Kites Restaurant

With a sophisticated yet cozy atmosphere, Kites is the place to savor your Thanksgiving holiday meal. Serving contemporary American cuisine and an eclectic cocktail menu, Kites provides family favorites for all to enjoy. 

12:00 - 10:00pm

3-Course Thanksgiving Dinner: $59 per person
Children 4-11: $30 per person
{plus tax and gratuity}

Dress Code: Casual

view specials menu

reserve a table

Thanksgiving plate with sliced turkey, gravy, and vegetables

Emerald Ballroom

This extraordinary buffet will serve up tempting selections from the best of the season's offerings. The menu features a lavish hot & cold buffet, seafood bar, carving stations, local cheeses and veggies, soup, and a decadent dessert station. Plus, enjoy live entertainment by Andie Baldwin. 

11:30am - 4:00pm
12 & Over: $75 per person  Children 4-11: $30 — 3 & under: Free
{plus tax and administrative charge}

Dress Code: Dressy Casual

view menu 

Canyon Ballroom

Treat yourself to a Thanksgiving feast in the Canyon Ballroom. This family buffet features all of your favorite dishes of the season including a seafood bar, delicious hot buffet, carving & pasta stations, and assorted yummy desserts. Enjoy live entertainment PLUS a visit with Santa after your dining celebration! 

Seatings 11:00am, 1:30pm or 4:00pm

12 & over: $68 per person
Children 4 - 11: $28 — 3 & under: Free
{plus tax and administrative charge}

Dress Code: Dressy Casual

VIEW MENU 

RESERVE YOUR SEAT 

Black Bear Golf Club

This Thanksgiving buffet features scrumptious offerings including endless shrimp, a hot buffet, carving stations and a selection of delectable desserts. Plus enjoy live entertainment as you celebrate with family and friends.

11:30am - 3:00pm

12 & over: $65 per person
Children 4 - 11: $25.95 — 3 & under: Free
{plus tax and administrative charge}

Dress Code: Dressy Casual

VIEW MENU 

reserve your seat

Restaurant Latour

Restaurant Latour, NJ's #1 rated Fine-Dining Experience, will offer its standard menu featuring an array of exceptional dishes made with locally sourced ingredients. 

5:00pm

Dress Code: 

  • Men – Jackets are preferred. No denim {including jackets}, sporting attire, tee shirts, ripped clothing, short, sneakers or flip-flops.
  • Women – No denim {including jackets}, sporting attire, ripped clothing, shorts, sneakers or flip-flops.

view sample menu

reserve a table 

OR call 844.837.2990  to book your dining reservation

Springs Bistro

Enjoy a delicious dinner featuring an array of options including meatballs, fritto misto, cast iron sliced bistecca, traditional turkey dinner and more.

3:00 - 8:00pm

Dress Code: Dressy Casual

VIEW MENU

VIEW KIDS MENU

RESERVE A TABLE

Crystal Tavern

The Crystal Tavern will be featuring their standard menu and a delicious Thanksgiving Turkey option with mashed potatoes, brussels sprouts and more.

12:00 - 10:00pm 

Dress Code: Dressy Casual

view menu

Kites Restaurant

With a sophisticated yet cozy atmosphere, Kites is the place to savor your Thanksgiving holiday meal. Serving contemporary American cuisine and an eclectic cocktail menu, Kites provides family favorites for all to enjoy. 

12:00 - 10:00pm

3-Course Thanksgiving Dinner: $59 per person
Children 4-11: $30 per person
{plus tax and gratuity}

Dress Code: Casual

view specials menu

reserve a table

Pools & Amenities

Minerals Pools

Guests of both hotels have access to the Minerals Hotel pool complex which features heated indoor and outdoor pools, refreshing waterfalls, multiple hot tubs, cold plunge, steam & sauna, swim up aquarium and more.

Minerals Hotel Indoor Pool

Biosphere Pools

Grand Cascades Lodge guests have full access to the Biosphere Pool Complex, which features a retractable glass roof, dozens or exotic tropical plants, 140' water slide, free form indoor & outdoor heated pools, hot tub, steam & sauna.

Waterfall at Biosphere Pool Complex in Grand Cascades Lodge

Hot Tubs, Steam & Sauna

The pool complexes at both hotels feature hot tub, steam & sauna for you to relax and unwind year round. Minerals pool complex also features a cold plunge for those interested in cold water immersion therapy.

Couple sitting in hot tub next to waterfall at Minerals Hotel Pool Complex

Glice Rink

Made from an eco-friendly Swiss engineered material, the Glice rink at the Crystal Springs Clubhouse will be open daily starting November 29th. Skate rentals and Glice time are included with your stay at either Resort hotel.

Kids sitting on glice skating rink.

Fire Pits

Both hotels offer cozy fire pits with stunning mountain views which can be enjoyed in all four seasons. Whether roasting marshmallows, listening to music or enjoying the stars, these outdoor seating enclaves are a guest favorite.

Family sitting by fire pit at Schnapps Shack

Snow Pools

Pool complexes at both hotels have outdoor heated snow pools that are open year round and where you can stay warm regardless of how cold it is outside, even in a snowy blizzard!

Couple enjoying the snow pool at Grand Cascades Lodge

Minerals Sports Club

Guests of both hotels have full access to dozens of weekly yoga and fitness classes as well as all facilities at Minerals Sports Club an expansive weight and cardio center, spin studio, running track, pickleball courts, rock climbing and basketball court. 

Minerals Sports Club floor.

Biosphere Water Slide

Take a ride down the 140’ water slide in the tropical Biosphere at Grand Cascades Lodge. The slide provides a high energy ride through a tunnel ending with a speedy splash down into our heated pool. Available to GCL guest only.

Young girl going down the Biosphere water slide

Wild Turkey Nature Trail

Set out for a calming walk on our three mile wooded Nature Trail adjacent to Grand Cascades Lodge. Capture exceptional shots of flora and fauna in this forested setting with scenic views. Sturdy walking shoes recommended.

Group of four people hiking in woods during winter.

Rock Climbing Wall

Guests of both hotels are invited to try their mountaineering skills on the rock climbing wall at Minerals Hotel, which uses a catch-and-hold technology to give climbers the time they need to rest, recover, and finish their route.

Children rock climbing.

Minerals Pools

Guests of both hotels have access to the Minerals Hotel pool complex which features heated indoor and outdoor pools, refreshing waterfalls, multiple hot tubs, cold plunge, steam & sauna, swim up aquarium and more.

Biosphere Pools

Grand Cascades Lodge guests have full access to the Biosphere Pool Complex, which features a retractable glass roof, dozens or exotic tropical plants, 140' water slide, free form indoor & outdoor heated pools, hot tub, steam & sauna.

Hot Tubs, Steam & Sauna

The pool complexes at both hotels feature hot tub, steam & sauna for you to relax and unwind year round. Minerals pool complex also features a cold plunge for those interested in cold water immersion therapy.

Glice Rink

Made from an eco-friendly Swiss engineered material, the Glice rink at the Crystal Springs Clubhouse will be open daily starting November 29th. Skate rentals and Glice time are included with your stay at either Resort hotel.

Fire Pits

Both hotels offer cozy fire pits with stunning mountain views which can be enjoyed in all four seasons. Whether roasting marshmallows, listening to music or enjoying the stars, these outdoor seating enclaves are a guest favorite.

Snow Pools

Pool complexes at both hotels have outdoor heated snow pools that are open year round and where you can stay warm regardless of how cold it is outside, even in a snowy blizzard!

Minerals Sports Club

Guests of both hotels have full access to dozens of weekly yoga and fitness classes as well as all facilities at Minerals Sports Club an expansive weight and cardio center, spin studio, running track, pickleball courts, rock climbing and basketball court. 

Biosphere Water Slide

Take a ride down the 140’ water slide in the tropical Biosphere at Grand Cascades Lodge. The slide provides a high energy ride through a tunnel ending with a speedy splash down into our heated pool. Available to GCL guest only.

Wild Turkey Nature Trail

Set out for a calming walk on our three mile wooded Nature Trail adjacent to Grand Cascades Lodge. Capture exceptional shots of flora and fauna in this forested setting with scenic views. Sturdy walking shoes recommended.

Rock Climbing Wall

Guests of both hotels are invited to try their mountaineering skills on the rock climbing wall at Minerals Hotel, which uses a catch-and-hold technology to give climbers the time they need to rest, recover, and finish their route.

BROWSE ALL RESORT ACTIVITIES BY AREA OF INTEREST OR SEASON.

Live nativity scene of boy holding baby goat.

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.

Santa looking down at little girl.

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 Christmas Corner at Grand Cascades Lodge and Frosty's Cantina at Minerals Hotel. Reservations are not required. First come, first served. Open to Members and guests of both hotels.

Tractor that is covered in Christmas lights.

Winter Wagon Ride

Enjoy a winter wagon ride in the fresh mountain air as part of your seasonal visit. Climb aboard and travel from Grand Cascades Lodge to our festive Christmas Corner, where the holiday spirit lives. Children must be accompanied by an adult during the ride. Hosted at Grand Cascades Lodge.

Santa's Passport Journey

Children will take their Global Passport around to each Holiday mailbox, encountering clues to determine on which continent Santa is delivering presents and making sure none fall from his sleigh! Clues include holiday traditions celebrated around the world. Hosted at Grand Cascades Lodge.

Close of up a goat.

The 12 Goats of Christmas

Come out for a holiday meet and greet with Santa's baby goats. These adorable animals love to dress up for the season and play with guests of all ages. Step into their pen for some unforgettably fun photo opportunities. Children must be accompanied by an adult during the visit. This experience is accessible to guests of both hotels. Hosted in Frosty's Courtyard at Minerals Hotel.

Group of people pushing curling stone down ice.

Curling

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.

Stargazing teambuilding activity

Stargazing

Discover the wonders of the universe with Franklin Astronomy Club founder Zach Lichtmann. View amazing celestial targets with a high-powered telescope while hunting for orbiting satellites soaring overhead. An informed, casual discussion allows time for astronomy questions to be explored.

Couple enjoying live music at Frosty's Cantina at Crystal Springs Resort in NJ

Live Music at Frosty's Cantina

Step into this magical wonderland, full of family fireside fun for big kids and little kids alike. Frosty's Cantina has live music entertainment on select dates throughout the holiday season, with local and regional talent playing your favorites in the great outdoors. Hosted at Minerals Hotel.

Carolers singing in front of decorated Christmas tree in Crystal Springs Clubhouse

Carolers at Christmas Corner

'Tis the season to enjoy your favorite holiday songs at the Christmas Corner. 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.

Children Glice Skating Together during family vacation in NJ

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 Jacque Torres Hot Cocoa Hut. Hosted at Grand Cascades Lodge. Skate time and skate rentals are included for guests of both hotels.

Minerals Sports Club

60+ Weekly Yoga & Fitness Classes

Join our expert instructors in a variety of classes such as Sunrise Yoga, Body Pump, Zumba Dance, HIIT Tabata, Aqua Fit, Sound Meditation, Bungee Flow + many more.

Body pump class with Sally.

Expansive Cardio & Weight Center

Minerals Sports Club features an expansive and newly renovated cardio and weight-training center with a wide variety of state-of-the art fitness equipment.

Minerals Sports Club floor.

Dedicated Spin Studio

Take a cycling session with a virtual tour of inspiring landscapes from around the world to increase cardiovascular endurance and muscular strength

Spin class.

Indoor Running Track

If you're looking to get in some mileage regardless of the weather, our indoor running track with a bird's-eye view of the sports club is the place for you!

Man running on indoor running track at Minerals Sports Club.

Rock Climbing Wall

Novices and experts can try their mountaineering skills on our rock climbing wall, which uses a catch-and-hold technology for a safe and enjoyable experience.

Adults high fiving on rock climbing wall.

Basketball Court

Participate in an organized 3 point challenge or just shoot some hoops during an open court session on the basketball court at Minerals Sports Club.

Two people playing basketball at indoor court.

Pickleball Courts

Come play the fastest growing sport in America - now available at Minerals Hotel and open to guests of both hotels. Paddle rentals are available but are not included.

Two men playing pickleball.

60+ Weekly Yoga & Fitness Classes

Join our expert instructors in a variety of classes such as Sunrise Yoga, Body Pump, Zumba Dance, HIIT Tabata, Aqua Fit, Sound Meditation, Bungee Flow + many more.

Expansive Cardio & Weight Center

Minerals Sports Club features an expansive and newly renovated cardio and weight-training center with a wide variety of state-of-the art fitness equipment.

Dedicated Spin Studio

Take a cycling session with a virtual tour of inspiring landscapes from around the world to increase cardiovascular endurance and muscular strength

Indoor Running Track

If you're looking to get in some mileage regardless of the weather, our indoor running track with a bird's-eye view of the sports club is the place for you!

Rock Climbing Wall

Novices and experts can try their mountaineering skills on our rock climbing wall, which uses a catch-and-hold technology for a safe and enjoyable experience.

Basketball Court

Participate in an organized 3 point challenge or just shoot some hoops during an open court session on the basketball court at Minerals Sports Club.

Pickleball Courts

Come play the fastest growing sport in America - now available at Minerals Hotel and open to guests of both hotels. Paddle rentals are available but are not included.