Christmas at Gaylord Palms
Visitors explore festive displays featuring more than three million lights throughout the resort atrium. Guests can view towering scenes and characters carved from two million pounds of ice, glide down ice tubing lanes, and watch holiday cirque performances. The resort also offers gingerbread decorating and a Bavarian-style Alpine Village with seasonal shopping and treats.
What to Expect
Features over 3 million holiday lights and colossal hand-carved ice sculptures.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Timed Entry
Yes
Organizer
Gaylord Palms
Food & Drink
Seasonal treats and sips are available, including hot chocolate at Snowy's Snack Shack and fresh-baked cookies during Mrs. Claus’ Christmas Traditions.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families looking for a full holiday outing
Vibe
Festive and immersive
Energy Level
Moderate
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
Low
Location
Know Before You Go
- Parking: Valet parking is $55 daily; self-parking is $38 daily. Tax is additional, day guests are charged per entry, and additional parking fees may apply.
- Accessibility: While the ice slides require guests to walk up steps unassisted, many other elements throughout the attraction are fully accessible.
Tips & Advice
- Buy every ticket online before you go, because the resort has no on-site box office and tickets come only as e-tickets by email.
- Arrive at least 15 minutes before your timed slot, because the property is large and entry isn't guaranteed if you're more than five minutes late.
- Wear long pants and closed-toe shoes, and bring a hat and gloves, since ice! is kept at 9°F and the slides require closed-toe shoes.
- Have a card or phone wallet ready, because the whole resort is cashless, including parking, food, shops and special events.
- Download the free Gaylord Hotels app for step-by-step directions to the holiday attractions and for booking activity tickets and dining.
Special Events & Promotions
- Four Christmas activity passes bundle several activities, including ice! featuring The Polar Express™, for savings of up to 50%.
- POMP, SNOW & CIRQUEumstance brings new world-class acts, music and costumes this season.
- AAA members, military, teachers and others get special savings on room nights and ice! tickets for the 2026-2027 season; only one discount per ticket, and blackout dates apply.
- The Overnight ice! Experience Package combines a resort stay with ice! tickets.
- Marriott Bonvoy members can save up to 15% on room nights with ice! tickets and earn 1,000 bonus points per stay, with a 2-night minimum and code D0873.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I buy tickets when I get to the resort?
No. All tickets have to be bought in advance online, and there is no box office on site. Tickets are electronic and arrive by email, so you just show your phone at the entrance.
What should I wear inside ice!?
It's 9°F inside. Everyone gets a free hooded, calf-length parka in sizes from infant to adult 4XL. Wear long pants and closed-toe shoes, which you need to ride the ice slides. Hats and gloves are strongly recommended and are also sold there.
How early should I arrive for a timed ticket?
Get there at least 15 minutes early. The resort is big, so leave time to park and walk to the attraction. Entry isn't guaranteed if you arrive more than five minutes late.
Do I have to stay at the hotel to visit?
No. Day guests can buy tickets for most holiday events. Some events come with extra perks for overnight guests, though, and on select peak dates the table-service restaurants take reservations only from overnight guests.
Is ice! accessible?
Many parts of the attraction are fully accessible, including the sculpted ice displays. The ice slides do require guests to climb steps unassisted and meet height requirements.
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