VACATION DAY PASSES

NEW at Crystal Springs Resort! Choose from TWO extraordinary day pass options that provide

access to world-class amenities, fun-filled activities, fitness classes and much more. 

THESE PASSES ARE NO LONGER AVAILABLE AT THIS TIME. 

Please select Visitor Type below to see which amenities and activities are included with your visit. 

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.

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

Three girls in holiday outfits posing for a photo with mountains in the background.

Reindeer Games

It's time for festive and fun Reindeer Games at Crystal Springs Resort! Enjoy a variety of winter and holiday themed family games including the Candy Cane Hunt, Can't Catch the Gingerbread Man, Reindeer Ring Toss and many others. Hosted at Grand Cascades Lodge and Minerals Hotel.

Letters to Santa

Santa knows if you've been naughty or nice, but you still need to write him all that you want for Christmas! Fill out a holiday card with your gift wishes, and then hang it on our tree for Santa to see! Good things on the way for those who've been nice. Hosted at Minerals Hotel.

Paper ornaments.

Kids Ornament Making Class

Kids will have lots of fun creating holiday ornaments. A little glue, some glitter and a few basic craft supplies are all that's needed for decorations that youngsters can easily make. These DIY ornaments add a special touch to your tree. Hosted at Grand Cascades Lodge and Minerals Hotel.

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 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.

Hand Made Holiday Cards

Kids Crafted Holiday Cards

Kids are invited to get creative by crafting their very own holiday greeting cards, allowing them to express their wishes in a one-of-a-kind way. Cards and supplies are provided for all participants. Move over Hallmark! Hosted at Grand Cascades Lodge and Minerals Hotel.

The pond in front of Grand Cascades in winter with holiday lights.

The Light Hunt

New this year, the holiday Light Hunt is a fun scavenger hunt where guests search for animal lights that are hidden outdoors around the Glice skating rink and festive Christmas Corner. 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.