Minerals Hotel

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

'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.

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.