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Gaylord Hotels Expands Winter Programming

by Katie Skrzek

Jan 29, 2021

Photo: Courtesy of Gaylord Hotels

Destinations / North America

Gaylord Hotels across the country offer guests new and expanded programming for winter 2021. Gaylord Rockies in Colorado; Gaylord Palms in Florida; Gaylord Opryland in Tennessee; and Gaylord Texan in Texas, are participating in the experiences.

Craft Studio. Photo: Courtesy of Gaylord Hotels

 

There are a variety of indoor and outdoor activities with social distancing precautions in place.

 

Brand new for 2021, Gaylord Hotels debuted its Winterfest event at Gaylord Opryland, Gaylord Rockies and Gaylord Texan. The winter-themed event features indoor and outdoor activities, plus live entertainment. At Gaylord Opryland guests are invited to enjoy light displays, tubing, ice skating and ice bumper cars. There is a live Fire & Ice Skating Show featuring champion skaters performing jumps, spins, throws and lifts. Take part in a scavenger hunt to earn special prizes. Gaylord Rockies also offers guests outdoor winter activities as well as a winter-themed light show. Opt for a seasonal spa treatment at the property’s Relâche Spa. Gaylord Texan invites guests to a full lineup of live and socially distanced shows. Choose from magic shows, interactive improv performances and musical performances.

 

Gaylord Palms’ popular Pirate and Princess weekends returns for 2021. The family-friendly event features a pirate show, pirate speakeasy experience, pirate pool party and treasure hunt.

 

Photo: Courtesy of Gaylord Hotels

Programming operates during the following dates:

  • Gaylord Opryland: Thursday–Sunday, through March 21
  • Gaylord Palms: weekends through March 7
  • Gaylord Rockies: daily through Feb. 28
  • Gaylord Texan: Friday–Sunday through Feb. 28

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