Grand Geneva Resort Christmas

Ceremony will feature activities for kids, holiday cookies, hot apple cider, a dazzling fireworks display, plus an appearance from the big guy himself, Santa Claus! Photos with Santa begin at 4:30pm while the tree lighting takes place at 6pm. The resort asks that all guests and community members bring a new, unwrapped toy to donate to those in need in the local community.

A Tree in Your Hotel Room. Have the resort’s holiday elves add a little magic to your stay at Grand Geneva or its on-site sister property Timber Ridge Lodge & Waterpark by adding a holiday tree to your room. Enjoy a fully decorated tree in your guestroom upon arrival, complete with ornaments, ribbon topper and an ornament for you to cherish at home (take-home ornament available at Grand Geneva only). It’s all the Christmas cheer with none of the cleanup! The cost is $129 for a tree at Grand Geneva and $95 at Timber Ridge. Reservations are required with 72-hour advance notice, trees can be reserved by calling (262) 248-8811 ext. 3782.

Trolley Tour of Lights: For some traditional holiday fun, hop aboard the heated and enclosed Grand Geneva trolley for a tour around the resort to enjoy its dazzling light displays and decorations, including its beloved 12 Days of Christmas animated display . The tours begin November 21 through December 30 and are available hourly 5-8pm. Admission is complimentary for resort guests and $10 per person for non-resort guests (children 2 and under are complimentary, advance reservations are required for resort guests and non-resort guests). Advance reservations can be made starting November 7; most tours do sell out. Call (262) 248-8811 ext. 3782 for more information. For those who miss the trolley, you can take your own car down Grand Geneva Way, starting at Hwy 50.