Christmas at Gaylord Pacific
November 20, 2026 – January 3, 2027
Experience So Much Christmas with dazzling displays, tempting treats, holiday shows, and festive activities. Our all-new immersive Christmas experience, ice!, features beloved scenes from “A Charlie Brown Christmas” brought to life through colorful, colossal ice sculptures.
Whether you're staying overnight or visiting for the day, it's the ultimate way to create lasting holiday memories together!
The Ultimate Christmas Destination in San Diego
25 years of holiday magic arrives in San Diego for the first time. See "A Charlie Brown Christmas" come to life in ice sculptures and discover why the magic of this Christmas experience has been featured in Forbes, Condé Nast, CNN, & more.
Hand-crafted to create our signature Christmas attraction, ice!.
See Charlie Brown, Snoopy, and the whole Peanuts gang come to life in towering, frozen sculptures!
Discover more than 3 million dazzling Christmas lights around every bend of our resort.
Holiday shopping, seasonal food & beverages, and more than 10 festive-themed events await.
Activities & Events
Discover the magic of So Much Christmas this holiday season with our festive lineup of activities and events.
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ice! featuring "A Charlie Brown Christmas"Buy Tickets for ice! featuring "A Charlie Brown Christmas"Step into scenes from the beloved holiday movie hand-carved from over 2 million pounds of ice. Bigger, bolder, and more breathtaking than ever!
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Ice TubingBUY TICKETS for Ice TubingSlide, spin, and race down Snow Flow Mountain—unlimited thrills, one icy adventure after another!
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Gingerbread Decorating CornerBUY TICKETS for Gingerbread Decorating CornerFrost, sprinkle, and snack your way through sweet holiday fun—your dream gingerbread creation starts here!
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Photos with SantaTell Santa your wish list and snap the perfect Christmas keepsake with the big man himself.
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Snowball Build & BlastBUY TICKETS for Snowball Build & BlastGrab real snowballs and take aim! Fire away at targets to power up the snowmaking machines.
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Mrs. Claus' Christmas TraditionsBUY TICKETS for Mrs. Claus' Christmas TraditionsStorytime, sing-alongs, and fresh-baked cookies—join Mrs. Claus for a cozy dose of Christmas cheer!
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Build-A-Bear Workshop®Create the cuddliest holiday keepsake! Choose a furry friend, add festive flair, and bring it to life with love.
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All ActivitiesEXPLORE ACTIVITIES for All ActivitiesExplore all of the festive activities available at our resort this holiday season!
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Package Your Perfect Day
Discover a Christmas wonderland filled with twinkling lights, icy adventures, classic holiday activities, and enchanting moments for the whole family.
Receive exclusive perks during the holiday season like flexible cancellation, skip-the-line opportunities, special access to dining reservations and resort amenities, only as an overnight guest.
Abundant experiences await including a four-acre water park, world-class rejuvenating spa, and twelve distinctive dining outlets.
Your Home for the Holidays
Make it a holiday getaway. Extend the Christmas magic with an overnight stay at Gaylord Pacific and enjoy special packages featuring cozy accommodations, seasonal attractions, and exclusive savings.
Christmas at Gaylord Pacific ice! Package
Create cherished memories when you experience our signature event, ice! featuring "A Charlie Brown Christmas," and stay at our one-of-a-kind resort.
Use code 1GC.
Stay Longer and Save
There's so much Christmas to experience at our resort, you need more time to explore it all! Save 20% when you stay three or more nights, so you can unwind and unwrap a relaxing getaway together.
Use code S6058.
Marriott Bonvoy Overnight ice! Package
All Marriott Bonvoy™ Members can save up to 15% off room nights with two tickets to ice! featuring "A Charlie Brown Christmas," plus earn 1,000 bonus points per night.
Use code D0873.
