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Home for the Holidays November & December

Big Cedar Lodge goes all out for the holiday season with activities like ice skating, snow tubing, Santa visits, and millions of twinkling lights around the property. Named USA TODAY's #1 Best Hotel for the Holidays, there's no place like Home for the Holidays at Big Cedar. Join us for the day or an overnight stay to make lasting memories with loved ones. 

Ice Skating
& Tubing Experience

Glide into the holidays at Big Cedar’s ice rink and tubing experience, nestled beside beautifully decorated Christmas trees.

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Holiday Light Tours


See the lights your way with three experiences across Big Cedar Lodge. Choose the wonder of Nature at Night, the freedom of a self-guided driving tour, or the festive charm of the Holiday Tram Tour.

Nature at Night

Location | Top of the Rock
Duration | 2.5-miles of lights
Vehicle | Enclosed 4-seat golf cart
Features | Glowing waterfalls, bridge crossings, light-filled caverns

Overnight guests are recommended to purchase in advance due to limited availability.

Self-Guided Tour

Location | Big Cedar Lodge
Duration | 20–30 minutes
Vehicle | Personal 
Features | Hot cocoa, light tunnels, over a million christmas lights

Holiday Tram

Location | Big Cedar Lodge
Duration | 20–30 minutes
Vehicle | Holiday Tram 
Features | Christmas light bridge crossing, holiday forest wonders, festive music

Holiday Promotions

Plan the Perfect Holiday Party

It’s the most wonderful time of the year at Big Cedar Lodge. Treat your group to a celebration they won’t forget with our holiday party banquet offers. Our banquets simplify your planning by including all the trimmings like holiday linens, decor, festive music and gourmet food (choose from reception, dinner or a holiday buffet).

Activities & Events Calendar

Plan ahead for your stay at Big Cedar Lodge. Check out the activities and special events taking place in the near future.