From the musical “Dr. Seuss’ How The Grinch Stole Christmas” taking place at the Grand Ole Opry.
If you have lived in Nashville for any amount of time, you know that THE place to go during the holiday season is Gaylord Opryland. It’s a Nashville tradition. If you’re new to the area or from out of town, it’s simply a must-see! For me, I’m practically a native-Nashville and for over 30 years since I was a kid, I have ventured out to the hotel to get in the Christmas spirit. Usually a couple of times, at least! It never gets old no matter how many times I venture out there.
“When it comes to the best in holiday entertainment, we always find ways to top ourselves, and this year is no exception,” said Gaylord Opryland General Manager Pete Weien. “We can’t wait for visitors to see all the new decorations we have added inside our nine acres of indoor gardens.”
Now in its 32nd year, I have watched Gaylord Opryland’s “A Country Christmas” grow to the millions of lights spread throughout what I call a “beautiful city under glass”, Christmas-themed dinner show featuring Opry legends, holiday-themed musical, and all sorts of family friendly activities like Glacier Glide outdoor ice skating, Santa’s snowball toss, and Arctic Plunge snow tubbing. It just keeps getting bigger and bigger with more attractions added that keep it fresh.
Guests age 21 and over can chill out at On The Blocks—the exclusive bar inside ICE! This upgrade includes a sampling of Jackson Morgan Southern Cream and Goose Island Beer, plus a Maker’s Mark or Absolut specialty drink, or Hidden Crush Cabernet or Chardonnay, in a souvenir glass. Ambient lighting, music and fun photo opportunities set the mood for this unique VIP experience.
For the first time, in a tribute to Music City, the resort’s seven-story Garden Conservatory Atrium will twinkle with oversized music notes and giant glittery musical instruments. Favorites like the 48-foot-tall Christmas tree and 15,000 poinsettias will return alongside new décor throughout the resort.
There are a multitude of things to do that will be enjoyable by the whole family. From simply strolling around all of the different areas of the hotel itself to look at the beautiful lights and Christmas displays as you grab yourself a cup of hot cocoa in the process, a Christmas-themed dinner show featuring Larry Gatlin & the Gatlin Brothers (celebrating 60 years in the music business), to touring ICE! (I refer to it as a world made of ice, because it’s all housed in its own building where you’ll be provided a parka to be able to cope with the freezing temperature as you walk around inside.) where you’ll be amazed at the details carved out of ice by skilled craftsmen from China to the theme of “The Nutcracker” including fun ice slides that make any adult feel like a kid again, and a special musical at the Opry called “Dr. Seuss’ How The Grinch Stole Christmas: The Musical”. Hailed by The New York Times as “100 times better than any bedside story,” this Christmas favorite is sure to delight adults and children alike with performances from Nov. 20 through Dec. 27, 2015.
Tickets and vacation packages are now available at ChristmasAtGaylordOpryland.com or by calling 1-888-677-9872.
Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center, located at 2800 Opryland Drive in Nashville, Tenn., is the flagship property of Gaylord Hotels, part of the Marriott portfolio of brands. The 2,882-room hotel offers “everything in one place”—diverse dining options, a full-service spa, top-notch entertainment, on-site shopping, an award-winning golf course and more. For more information, visit www.gaylordopryland.com.
