Gaylord Palms Christmas – Unwrap 2023 Orlando Holiday Events

2023-11-17T12:05:38-05:00

There’s plenty for you to unwrap during Gaylord Palms Christmas events this Holiday Season, from November 17th, 2023 to January 3rd 2024.

The ever popular ICE! returns once again for the 2023 holiday season. This indoor wintry wonderland walk though is the perfect way to cool down in the Florida heat.

Plus, there’s dazzling decor in the massive glass atrium, Santa visits, live stage shows, snow tubing, Christmas markets, workshops, Christmas sing-a-longs and much more.

Gaylord Palms Christmas decor is magical. There are over 3 million sparkling lights throughout the resort. The grand Christmas tree stands at 60 feet tall and comes alive each night in a musical show. Over a hundred more Christmas trees are all around the Gaylord Palms resort. Stroll through lush gardens that contain over 500,000 plants sprinkled with holiday garlands, displays and poinsettia.

Get up to 30% off ICE! with code CYBER30 – offer starts November 21st 2023

Valid online only. Not valid with any other offer or previously purchased tickets. Excludes Saturdays, other blackout dates apply.

Gaylord Palms Christmas 2023 Events include:

  • ICE! Featuring A Charlie Brown Christmas
  • LIT Light Show – A dazzling light show in the main atrium
  • Cirque – Spirit of Christmas – Stage Show
  • The Greatest Story – Musical Show
  • Snow Flow Mountain – Snow tubing down icy lanes
  • Elf Training Academy – Experience a day in the life of one of Santa’s toy makers.
  • Snowball Build & Blast – Find out how good your aim is
  • Gingerbread House Decorating
  • Naughty or Nice Escape Room
  • Merry Snoopy Christmas Scavenger Hunt

How Much is Parking for Ice at Gaylord Palms?

Parking is not included in any tickets for the Gaylord Christmas events. Parking for day visitors is $34 to self park, or $54 for valet parking. Some restaurants, such as MOOR, may validate your parking ticket if you spend $75 or more on dinner, but call first to check.

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Gaylord Palms Christmas Events 2023

ICE! Featuring A Charlie Brown Christmas

Approximately 6,700 giant blocks of ice, each weighing 300 pounds, will be used to create the elaborate scenes and detailed characters. 36 truckloads of blocks of ice are shipped in from the ice factory. Then a troupe of talented artisans from Harbin, Northeast China, leave below freezing temperatures and icy winds to bask in the Florida sunshine.

They spend several weeks using chisels, chippers, tongs, handsaws, grinders and even chainsaws to bring larger than life masterpieces using two million pounds of colorful ice.

Gaylord Palms Christmas ICE!

Dress accordingly, the 20,000 square foot of exhibit rooms are kept at a chilly 9 degrees. Gaylord Palms provide thick parkers to keep you warm, but long pants rather than shorts are highly recommended. And ditch the flip-flops – your tootsies will thank you!

Tickets for the ICE! exhibit start at $32.99 for 12+ and $22.99 for ages 4-11.  Bundles are available to save up to 20% on silver tickets and 30% on gold tickets.

ICE! Featuring A Charlie Brown Christmas is open. from 10am to 8pm.

Get up to 30% off ICE! with code CYBER30 – offer starts November 21st 2023

Valid online only. Not valid with any other offer or previously purchased tickets. Excludes Saturdays, other blackout dates apply.

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LIT Light Show

The Lit Light Show will take you on a journey of the tradition of decorating the Christmas tree. Thousands of choreographed lights dance and sparkle to light up the six-story Gaylord Palms Christmas tree which towers above Emerald Bay Plaza.

The Lit Light Show takes place each evening at 9.15pm and no tickets are required to view.

Shine Light Show

Cirque: The Spirit of the Season

This family Broadway style show features Noel, a young child who is trying to recapture her love of Christmas with the help of spirits who visit her dreams. They show the true meaning of the season with high flying stunts, dazzling acrobatics and feats of flexibility.

Cirque: Spirit of the Season takes place on the Emerald Bay Stage. The afternoon show lasts 35 minutes, evening shows last 45 minutes.

Seating is free to everyone visiting Gaylord Palms Christmas events, on a first come first served basis.

Guaranteed Premium and Elite seating is available from $9.99 to  $19.99 for 12 and over, and $4.99 to $13.99 for children aged 4-11, depending on dates and or you can purchase ticket bundles.

Cirque Show at Gaylord Palms

Two shows every day at 1pm and 6:30pm until November 23rd. There’s an additional show at 8.15pm on Friday November 24th, then an additional show at 8:15pm on Saturdays. From December 21st through 26th, there are 3 shows daily at 1pm, 6.30pm and 8.15pm.


Get up to 30% off ICE! with code CYBER30 – offer starts November 21st 2023

Valid online only. Not valid with any other offer or previously purchased tickets. Excludes Saturdays, other blackout dates apply.


Snow Flow Mountain

In this snow play space during Gaylord Palms Christmas, you will slide down frozen solid ice lanes and race family and friends.

Tickets are $24.99 per person or can be included in bundle tickets.

Snow Flow Mountain is open daily from 10am to 8pm and your ticket gives you unlimited access all day long.

Gaylord Palms Christmas Snow Flow Mountain

Snowball Build & Blast

Get your tube of snow and then build your snowballs to blast at the snowball machine and boost its power.

Tickets cost $14.99 per person. Snowball Build & Blast is open from 10am through 8pm each day of Gaylord Palms Christmas events.

The Greatest Story

This multicultural 25 minute story of Christ is a musical journey from performers all over the world. They share the story of faith, hope and joy during this Gaylord Palms Christmas event.

The show is complimentary and seating is on a first come, first served basis. You can purchase tickets to guarantee seating. Tickets are $13.99. There are 3 shows a day at varying times, check the calendar for times on the day you visit.

Gaylord Palms Christmas Photos with Santa

Santa Claus will be in attendance to hear your wish list for Christmas. He has a new socially distanced home so you can get your festive photos safely.

Ticket packages range from at $40 to $99 plus tax and must be purchased in advance with a set time slot.

  • Tree Package: Three 6×8 Photos – $40.00
  • Christmas Package: Digitals Only – $55.00
  • Santa Package: Three 6×8 Photos & Four Wallets, Frame, Ornament, Digitals – $75.00
  • Gaylord Holiday Special: All Digital Items for Santa & ICE!: + (3) 6×8 Santa Photos – $99

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Naughty Or Nice Escape Room

Jack Frost has put your name at the top of Santa’s Naughty List. But, if you can make it into Santa’s office and solve all the riddles, you’ll be able to take your name off before Santa is any wiser.

A minimum of 4 is required. Tickets are $120 for groups of 4, and $239.94 for groups of 10.

Check the calendar for available dates.

Mrs. Claus Christmas Traditions

Mrs. Claus hosts a 30 minute Christmas carols sing-a-long and reading of the holiday classic ‘Twas The Night Before Christmas.
Cost is $18.99 per person which includes admission, milk and a chocolate chip cookie. There are multiple seatings each day of the Gaylord Palms Christmas events.

Book online in advance: purchase ticket calendar.

Gingerbread Decorating Corner

A favorite Christmas tradition for many. Decorate a delicious gingerbread cookie with your own unique design or create a whole gingerbread house.

Gingerbread decorating

After completing your delicious decoration, meet up with Nutmeg, Gaylord Palms resident gingerbread man for a hug and photo opportunity. Gingerbread Decorating can be found in the Alpine Village Sweet Shop.

Price: Decorating Kits range from $26.99 to $36.99 and are priced per kit, which can accommodate several guests. The decorating experience lasts up to 30 minutes. Guests 18 and under must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

  • Gingerbread Cookie Kit (2) is $26.00
  • OREO® Ornament Cookie (8) Kit is $34.99
  • Crayola Snowman Cookie (8) Kit is $34.99
  • Giant Gingerbread Man Cookie Kit is $34.99
  • Gingerbread House Kit is $36.99

The Gingerbread Decorating Corner is open daily 10am – 7.30pm. Purchase tickets online.

Gaylord Palms Christmas Elf Training Academy

Can you imagine having Santa as your boss and making toys all day? Learn the tricks of the trade from the top toy-maker to become one of Santa’s helpers and create an exclusive gift for someone special.

Decorating kits can accommodate multiple guests and cost $18.99 for the small ornament kit and $21.99 for the large decorating kit. Your decorating activity lasts around 30 minutes. Guests 18 and under must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

The Elf Academy offers multiple slots throughout the day and runs from 10am to 7.30pm.

Purchase tickets online.

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Merry Snoopy Christmas Scavenger Hunt

Snoopy needs your help in finding festive decorations to give his doghouse a seasonal makeover. You’ll have to follow clues and search high and low in the 4.5-acre garden atrium. Once you complete your scavenger hunt you’ll receive a seasonal souvenir.

The Merry Snoopy Christmas Scavenger Hunt costs $14.99 and can be done at your leisure between the hours of 10am through 8pm during all dates of the Gaylord Christmas events.

Purchase tickets online.

Market Square Retail

If your looking for that special gift, a special festive souvenir or just enjoy browsing, this huge area is filled with Christmas décor, holiday ornaments, seasonal toys, apparel and an array of holiday collectibles.

Christmas Tree Trail

There are eight elegantly decorated trees in the Gaylord Palms Christmas Tree Trail, located in the 4.5-acre atrium.

Gaylord Palms Christmas Ticket Bundles

There are Gaylord Palms Christmas ticket bundles available that can save up to 40% on individual ticket pricing. See full details.

Gaylord Palms Christmas Silver Bundle – Save 20% 

  • ICE! featuring A Charlie Brown Christmas
  • Snow Flow Mountain
  • Merry Snoopy Christmas Scavenger Hunt
  • Optional individual add ons available

Gaylord Palms Christmas Gold Bundle – Save 30%:

  • ICE! featuring A Charlie Brown Christmas
  • Snow Flow Mountain
  • Merry Snoopy Christmas Scavenger Hunt
  • Snowball Build and Blast
  • Gingerbread Decorating
  • Elf Training Academy
  • Mrs. Claus’ Christmas Traditions

There are also other weekday and weekend bundle options that can save up to 40% on select activities.

See all ticket options.


Get up to 30% off ICE! with code CYBER30 – offer starts November 21st 2023

Valid online only. Not valid with any other offer or previously purchased tickets. Excludes Saturdays, other blackout dates apply.


There are several dining options during Christmas at Gaylord Palms, so you can make a whole day of it. Park up, take in the sights and enjoy.

When: November 17th 2023 to January 3rd 2024
Where: Gaylord Palms, 6000 W Osceola Pkwy, Kissimmee, FL 34746.
Web: Gaylord Palms Christmas Guide

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2 Comments

  1. TRACY NARDO January 7, 2022 at 8:13 am - Reply

    The email from Gaylord says Winter Fest runs until end of Feb. However, your website says Jan2nd? Is Cirque still showing?

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