Five Fabulous Festive Vacations
Celebrate the Holidays in the Mountains.
Snow is falling all around, lights twinkle through the dark winter nights, and the spirit of the season embraces us all. Peace, love, family, and friends come together—it truly is the most wonderful time of the year.
But not everyone prefers a traditional home-for-the-holidays celebration. Some seek the joy of the season with a change of scenery, wanting to leave the cooking, decorating, and festive fun to someone else. If this sounds like you, we have a few perfect suggestions.
Whether you’re looking for a romantic couple’s getaway or a festive family-friendly vacation, Canada’s Mountain Resorts offers five fabulous options for your holiday escape.
Banff – Christmas at the Castle
Experience the magic of Christmas at the Castle: November 23, 2024 – January 5, 2025
Take a seat at a decadent feast, try your hand at a crafting workshop, or embark on a guided wilderness hike. Sing Christmas carols in the grand Castle hall, and bring the kids to a PJ party with Santa. Dust off your tux and evening gown for a New Year’s chef’s wine dinner, followed by ballroom dancing to ring in the New Year in high style. Christmas at the Castle is a festive season packed with events, workshops, activities, feasts, and fêtes from November to January each year.
BANFF – Christmas AT The Rimrock Resort Hotel
Experience the holiday splendor at the Rimrock Resort Hotel: December 1, 2023 – January 2, 2024
Like a snow globe brought to life, the Canadian Rockies possess a magic that makes each holiday even more enchanting. Capturing the wonder of these special moments, The Rimrock Resort Hotel offers a collection of festive celebrations and seasonal events for you to enjoy during your stay. Join us in Banff for all your memory-making holidays and special occasions.
Jasper – Christmas at the Lodge
Make Jasper Park Lodge your home for the holidays during the Christmas at the Lodge: December 13, 2024 – January 6, 2025
An exceptional holiday season awaits in Jasper National Park. Christmas in Jasper, Alberta, is truly magical with softly falling snow, thousands of twinkling lights, and a special visit from Santa. Kids love Christmas at Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge, and so do we!
The elves at the Lodge have been working hard to prepare for your arrival. They’ve planned a host of activities, including movie nights, skating on Lake Mildred, s’mores and hot chocolate by crackling outdoor fires, and arts and crafts for kids of all ages. Explore the gingerbread village, indulge in festive feasts, and visit Santa’s Cabin—his “home away from home.” Mrs. Claus, the sleigh, and reindeer will all be there, so don’t miss out!
Lake Louise – Discover the Spirit of Christmas
This Christmas, in Lake Louise, create memories that will last a lifetime. Eat, drink and be merry in a hidden alpine retreat and experience once-in-a-lifetime activities that will have you wishing your holiday will never end. Dash through the snow on a Brewster sleigh ride, skate through the ice castle on a beautiful mountain rink, make spirits bright with a warm cocktail from the Ice Bar, or just sit and admire the beautiful mountain landscape as the treetops glisten.
There’s for fun for the kids and families too. The festive activities won’t disappoint!
Whistler – Christmas at the Chateau
Celebrate the holidays at Fairmont Chateau Whistler during the Festive Celebrations: December 15, 2024 – January 6, 2025
Fondue at the Chalet, turkey dinner in the Wildflower, hearty breakfasts & decadent smokehouse-style dinners in Portobello, and Whistler’s best après fare – get ready for holiday feasts that will delight. But there’s more…
The holidays are action packed at the Chateau, with lots of festive, family fun lined up. From craft activities, the solstice lantern parade, to reindeer games, hot chocolate by a firepit, even a Christmas Eve bedtime story with Mrs. Claus, there is endless fun for all. (And that doesn’t even include your outdoor play on the slopes, in the tube park or in the village).