Gaylord Hotels, a part of Marriott Bonvoy’s impressive portfolio of hotel brands, is thrilled to announce the return of the highly-anticipated ICE! event for the 2023 holiday season. Prepare to be amazed as each of the brand’s five resorts transforms over 2 million pounds of ice into vibrant and larger-than-life holiday showplaces inspired by beloved Christmas classics. This is all a part of their So. Much. Christmas. extravaganza, which includes a wide range of holiday activities, entertainment, unique dining experiences, and more. Get ready for an unforgettable holiday experience at Gaylord Opryland in Tennessee, Gaylord Texan in Texas, Gaylord Palms in Florida, Gaylord Rockies in Colorado, and Gaylord National in Maryland.
ICE! serves as the centerpiece of each resort’s extravagant festive displays, featuring traditional ice sculptures, stunning light and fountain shows, and other marquee programs. You won’t want to miss the original production of Cirque: Spirit of Christmas, a live show that combines incredible acrobatics, flexibility, and thrilling stunts. Plus, at Gaylord Opryland, you can catch the brand-new Christmas in Tennessee dinner show.
To make the start of the season even more exciting, Gaylord Hotels is offering a special early bird offer. Guests and visitors can save up to 20% off Christmas packages and room nights, as well as up to 30% off ICE! tickets. Don’t miss out on this amazing deal!
ICE! at Gaylord Hotels: A Spectacular Holiday Tradition
For over 20 years, Gaylord Hotels has been delighting guests with its dazzling ICE! experiences. Starting in October, talented artisans from Harbin, China (known for the renowned Harbin Ice Festival) begin hand-carving characters, scenes, stories, and epic slides out of colorful, vibrant ice. Each resort will feature a new and exciting theme every year, providing visitors with a fresh and captivating showcase. These incredible sculptures are created using over 33,500 blocks of ice, weighing over 10 million pounds (or 5,000 tons) across all five resorts. Maintained at a chilly nine degrees, every detail of these holiday-themed spectacles remains perfectly frozen. The carving process takes six weeks and combines traditional skills passed down through generations with modern tools. The vibrant colors of each theme come to life with the help of a skilled chemist who prepares a special formula to ensure the ice sculptures maintain their bright and festive colors throughout the season.
This year, prepare to be transported into five quintessential holiday classics:
- ICE! featuring The Polar Express™ at Gaylord Opryland
- ICE! featuring A Charlie Brown Christmas at Gaylord Palms
- ICE! featuring Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas! at Gaylord Texan
- ICE! featuring A Christmas Story™ at Gaylord Rockies
- ICE! featuring Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer™ at Gaylord National
But that’s not all! Alongside ICE!, Gaylord Hotels presents the original production of CIRQUE: Spirit of Christmas at Gaylord Rockies, Gaylord Palms, Gaylord Texan, and Gaylord National. This mesmerizing live show combines stunning acrobatics, mind-bending flexibility, and thrilling stunts. Centered around Noel, a child who has lost her love for the holidays, the show takes audiences on an energetic and dreamlike journey to rediscover the true meaning of the season.
In addition to ICE! and the live show, families and guests can enjoy a wide range of winter festivities and holiday-themed events suitable for all ages. The signature atrium of each property will be transformed into a magical winter wonderland, adorned with millions of lights, beautifully themed Christmas trees, and miles of garland. Hungry? Indulge in festive menus at the restaurants or explore pop-up dining options. And don’t forget to check out the retail opportunities where you can find the perfect gifts and stocking stuffers to take home.
Don’t miss out on Gaylord Hotels’ extraordinary holiday experiences this year. Book your tickets and packages now to save with their special early bird offer. Get ready to be dazzled and captivated by the magic of the holiday season at Gaylord Hotels!
