New for 2021, Gaylord Hotels introduces a multisensory holiday experience inspired by the film Elf. Mission: Save Christmas featuring Elf™ is a highly interactive, immersive experience based on the hit holiday movie.
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In collaboration with Warner Bros. Themed Entertainment, Gaylord Hotels offers the experience to guests of all ages. Help Buddy the Elf answer a call from Santa to save Christmas! The multisensory experience brings guests into Buddy’s world with interactive challenges for kids of all ages. Wander the candy cane forest. Create toys in the North Pole toy shop. Take part in a snowball fight in Central Park. These are some of the 12 different interactive elements of the Mission: Save Christmas featuring Elf™ experience. Tickets are on sale now for experiences at Gaylord Palms, Gaylord Opryland, Gaylord Texan and Gaylord Rockies.
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In addition to the Elf experience, Gaylord Hotels offers guests a full lineup of holiday programming with new activities and returning favorites. Guests can participate in themed breakfasts, gingerbread house decorating, story time, ice skating, live performances and more.
Visit the website for a full listing of holiday programming including dates and pricing. Advanced reservations are required for ticketed events.
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