Lakehouse Winter Wonderland
Visitors can wander the Lakeside Lawn surrounded by holiday light displays and warm up around firepits with make-your-own s'mores. Children can ride the Lakehouse Express train through an illuminated light tunnel into the Frozen Fun Zone and craft their own stuffed toys at Build-a-Buddy. The event also features holiday boat rides on Lake San Marcos and private lakeside igloos.
What to Expect
Lakeside holiday festival featuring light displays, train rides, and boat cruises.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Neighborhood
San Marcos
Timed Entry
Yes
Organizer
Lakehouse Resort
Food & Drink
Festive treats, food, and seasonal drinks are available for purchase separately; some igloo packages include s’mores, charcuterie, wine, or drink tickets.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families with young children
Vibe
Festive and cozy
Energy Level
Moderate
Budget
$
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
High
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: $10 entry for guests 10 and older; Lakehouse Resort hotel guests receive complimentary admission. Attraction tickets, food, and drinks are available for purchase. The Grand Igloo Dinner Experience includes General Admission; private igloo reservations include General Admission for 6 guests. – Get tickets
- Hours: 4pm to 9pm.
- Pets: Pets are not permitted; service animals are permitted.
Tips & Advice
- Buy tickets in advance, because Winter Wonderland does sell out and admission on each date depends on capacity.
- Get your tickets before November 1 to lock in early bird pricing and the exclusive bonus packages on igloos.
- Pre-buy attraction tickets or a Build-a-Buddy bundle online so you can skip the onsite ticket line for rides and activities.
- Include children under 10 in your ticket order, since they get in free but still need a ticket for capacity tracking.
- Leave chairs, outside food and drinks, scooters and pets at home, because bags are searched and these items aren't allowed inside.
Special Events & Promotions
- Buy before November 1 for early bird pricing and exclusive bonus packages on igloos.
- Lakehouse Resort hotel guests get complimentary admission.
- Private Igloo + Firepit packages for up to 8 guests, with an upgrade that adds charcuterie, premium wine and drink tickets (sold separately).
- Grand Igloo Dining Experience for up to 12 guests: two hours in a private igloo with a chef-crafted family-style dinner, charcuterie and dessert boards and four bottles of wine (separate reservation).
- Winter Wonderland at Brickmans holiday cocktail pop-up bar, with complimentary shuttles from the Lakeside Lawn.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is there for kids?
Kids can ride the Lakehouse Express train through a light tunnel into the Frozen Fun Zone. They can also build a stuffed animal at Build-a-Buddy and make their own s'mores. Children under 10 get in free but still need a ticket.
What does general admission cover?
General admission gets you into Winter Wonderland and the Lakeside Lawn holiday experience. Rides, activities, food and drinks are bought separately with attraction tickets or at the vendors.
What comes with a private igloo?
The igloo seats up to 8 guests and includes a private firepit, s'mores kits and general admission for 6. You can upgrade to add a charcuterie board, premium wine and 4 drink tickets.
How do I get to Winter Wonderland at Brickmans?
Complimentary shuttles run between the Lakeside Lawn and Brickmans Restaurant & Bar throughout the event. At Brickmans, the restaurant turns into a holiday cocktail pop-up bar.
What can't I bring?
Outside food, drinks and alcohol aren't allowed. Neither are chairs or stools, pets (service animals are fine), bicycles, scooters, skateboards, rollerblades or weapons. All bags are searched at entry.
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