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Goblins & Giggles at Gaylord Hotels

by Katie Skrzek

Aug 24, 2021

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Multigenerational

Get in the Halloween spirit at Gaylord Hotels’ Goblins & Giggles weekends, Sept. 10–Oct. 31. The annual event brings an array of family-friendly activities to Gaylord Rockies, Gaylord Palms, Gaylord Opryland and Gaylord Texan.

 

All four resorts offer daily Halloween-themed activities for the family. Stroll through the Jack-o-lantern Walk, an experience featuring intricately carved pumpkins. Go on a spooky scavenger hunt. Take part in the Trick or Treat Expedition, with stops for tempting treats. There are also a range of activities unique to each resort.

 

Gaylord Opryland

Travel on the property’s scenic river on the Ghouls Night Out Riverboat Ride. Watch the fall fountain show with spooky lights and music. Explore the scary selfie spots located throughout the property.

 

Gaylord Palms

Bring the kids to Ghoul School, where they can participate in Halloween-themed games and science experiments. “Adventure Kids: A Spooky Celebration” is an interactive experience featuring some of Florida’s creepy, crawly creatures. Watch the haunted Phantom of the Atrium Light Display.

 

Gaylord Rockies

Listen to tales about Colorado’s most legendary ghosts on the ALIVE! Haunted Ghost Tour. Treasure hunt on the Captain’s Hidden Treasure Escape.

 

Gaylord Texan

Get creative at Goblins & Giggles Art Studio and Cookie Decorating to make Halloween-themed art and treats. Learn about Texas’ haunted history during the interactive Ghost Stories LIVE! The property hosts two Halloween-themed escape rooms.

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