Winterfest: Your Ultimate Holiday Celebration
Join us for a very special Winterfest as Suncadia marks its 25th anniversary with an unforgettable holiday celebration! From festive markets and dazzling tree lightings to thrilling outdoor adventures and cozy indoor experiences, Winterfest 2025 offers something for everyone. Glide across the Glice rink, race down the tubing hill, create seasonal crafts, enjoy live music, and savor delicious holiday dining—all set against the breathtaking Cascade Mountains. Celebrate a quarter century of memories with us and make new ones to treasure this holiday season at Suncadia.
This is your guide to Winterfest 2025, Thanksgiving through New Years Day.
Choose Your Own Adventure:
Holiday Events
This season, Suncadia transforms into a winter wonderland filled with twinkling lights, festive flavors, and joyful traditions for the whole family. From bustling markets and magical tree lightings to cozy story times and unforgettable visits with Santa, there’s something to make every heart merry and bright. Stroll the aisles of our Holiday Bazaar, sip cocoa at the Tree Lighting Ceremony, share smiles during Santa Photos, snuggle in for Story Time, or embark on a whimsical Journey to the North Pole. With each event wrapped in the beauty of the season, your holiday memories are waiting to be made.
All is Merry and Bright
Experience the Magic of the Season
Holiday Bazaar
Date: Friday, November 28th & Saturday, November 29th
Time: 11/28 10:00 AM–5:00 PM & 11/29 10:00 AM–4:00 PM
Location: Conference Center (Rialto, Owens & Rialto Pre-function)
Get into the holiday spirit at the Suncadia Holiday Bazaar! This festive market features unique gifts, local vendors, seasonal treats, and holiday décor, along with complimentary activities for all ages. Enjoy the perfect shopping experience while participating in holiday crafts, photos with Santa, and more—all set against the beauty of the season!
Tree Lighting Ceremony
Date: Friday, November 28th
Time: 6:00 PM–7:00 PM
Location: Dawson Park
Kick off the holiday season at Suncadia’s Tree Lighting Ceremony! Enjoy the magic of the season as we light up the resort’s stunning Christmas tree, accompanied by festive music, hot cocoa, and holiday cheer. This family-friendly event includes complimentary activities, making it the perfect way to celebrate the holidays with loved ones!
Story Time
Date: Saturdays, December 6th, 13th, 20th
Time: 7:00 PM–8:00 PM
Location: Conference Center (Panerio)
Snuggle up in your coziest pajamas, bring your favorite lovey, and slip on your slippers for a magical Holiday Storytime! Enjoy heartwarming holiday tales and a warm, delicious cookie to make the evening extra sweet.
To and From the North Pole
Santa and Friends
Santa Photos
Date: Saturdays & Sundays, November 29th – December 21st
Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Location: Conference Center (Masterson)
Make holiday memories at Suncadia’s Santa Photos! Bring the whole family for a special photo with Santa in a cozy, festive setting. Capture the magic of the season and enjoy complimentary treats while making lasting memories with loved ones!
Journey to the North Pole
Date: Saturday, December 20th
Time: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Location: Nelson Farm
Journey to the North Pole offers families a magical holiday experience with activities like photos with Santa, reindeer meet-and-greets, cookie decorating with Mrs. Claus, and ornament crafting at Santa’s Workshop. Guests can also enjoy complimentary hot cocoa, s’mores by the fire, and snow-themed activities (weather permitting). It’s a festive, family-friendly event that brings the holiday spirit to life at Suncadia!
Letters to Santa
Get ready to spread the holiday cheer as you embark on a heartwarming tradition. Swing by our Christmas mailbox in The Lodge Great Room, where you’ll find special postcards waiting for you. Take one, write your heartfelt message to Santa Claus, and drop it in the mailbox. We’ll make sure it reaches the North Pole just in time for the most magical day of the year.
Holiday Dining
This holiday season, gather with loved ones and savor festive flavors at Suncadia’s exceptional dining venues. From our generous Thanksgiving Buffet and convenient Thanksgiving To-Go meals to heartwarming Breakfast with Santa Sundays at The Inn, there’s something for every celebration. Enjoy special Christmas and New Year’s Eve dinner menus at The Source Plates & Pours, or keep it casual with The Stovehouse’s regular menu on Thanksgiving and Christmas evenings. Whatever your tradition, Suncadia’s holiday dining offers memorable moments and mouthwatering meals to make your season bright.
HOLIDAY SPECIALS
Thanksgiving
- Thanksgiving Buffet | The Source Plates + Pours | 12:00pm–7:00pm (last seating at 6:30pm). $72 adults, $32 kids 4-12, under 3 free | Menu | Reserve Your Table
- Thanksgiving To-Go! | The Source Plates + Pours | Our Heat and Serve Thanksgiving Dinner feeds a family of four for $275. Pickup Wednesday November 26 at The Lodge Lodge at 12:00pm, 2:00pm and 4:00pm. Reservations are required by November 16 at 5:00pm | Review Menu & Reserve Your Meal
- Thanksgiving Day @ The Stovehouse | Open 5:00pm–9:00pm | Featuring our regular menu | Reserve Your Table
HOLIDAY SPECIALS
Christmas
- Breakfast with Santa | Sundays | at The Inn at Suncadia | $45 Adults, $15 Kids 4–12, Kids 3 & under Free | Menu & Reservations
- Christmas Day Dinner Specials | The Source Plates + Pours | served from 5:00pm–9:00pm | Menu | Reserve Your Table
- Christmas Day @ The Stovehouse | Open 5:00pm–9:00pm | Featuring our regular menu | Reserve Your Table
HOLIDAY SPECIALS
New Years
- New Year’s Eve at The Source Plates + Pours | December 31 | 5:00pm–9:00pm | Specials
The Source Plates and Pours
Fresh, Local Pacific Northwest Flavor
The Source Plates + Pours Restaurant:
Fridays | Dinner 5:00pm–9:00pm
Saturdays | Breakfast 7:00am–11:00am | Lunch 11:00am–2:00pm | Dinner 5:00pm–9:00pm
Sundays | Breakfast 7:00am–11:00am | Lunch 11:00am–2:00pm | Closed for Dinner
*Extended Holiday Hours
Daily | November 26–30 and December 19–January 4 | (November 30 and January 4 breakfast and lunch only–closed for dinner)
Special Events:
- December 11th Chef Table with Tirridis
- Locals Tuesday
- Double Love Wednesday
- Golden Hour Thursdays/Sundays
- Live music Fridays 6:00–8:00pm
The Source Lounge:
Sunday–Thursday | 7:00am–10:00pm
Friday/Saturday | 7:00am–11:00pm
The Source Mercantile:
Sunday–Thursday | 7:00am–3:00pm
Friday/Saturdays | 7:00am–5:00pm
*Extended Holiday Hours
Daily | November 28–29 and December 19–January 3 | 7:00am–7:00pm
Weekly Specials:
- Monday/Wednesday: Buy a stuffed animal and receive a free 8oz hot cocoa
- Tuesdays/Thursdays: Buy a breakfast burrito or sandwich and get one half off
In Room Dining:
Daily | 7:00am–9:00pm
The Stovehouse
Winter Dining at The Inn
Hours of Operation
Wednesdays–Saturdays
- Archies Hour | 4:00–5:00pm
- Dinner | 5:00–9:00pm
- *Extended Holiday Hours: December 21–23 and 28–30 open for Dinner | 5:00–9:00pm
Specials
- Double Love Wednesday
- Live music Saturdays | 6:00pm–8:00pm
- Archies Hour Daily | 4:00pm–5:00pm wine tastings by the fireplace at the Inn for guests
Holiday Parties
Get the Party Started
Celebrate the Season in Evergreen Style
There’s no better place to wrap up the year than in the heart of Washington’s evergreen forest. Whether you’re planning an intimate gathering or a grand celebration, Suncadia offers the perfect setting to unwind, reconnect, and celebrate your team’s accomplishments.
With rates starting at just $199, choose from our cozy lodge venues or luxurious vacation homes—each tailored to meet your holiday party needs.
Our 2025 Holiday Package includes:
❄️ Complimentary Glice Skating & Hot Cocoa Bar
🏠 Waived Room Rental Fees
🎄 Festive Holiday Décor for Your Dinner or Reception
🔊 20% Off Audio/Visual Services
Let Suncadia be your team’s end-of-year escape—where celebration meets serenity.
Call 866-904-6300 for availability.
Spa
Glade Spring Spa
Relax and Recharge
Escape the chill and treat yourself this season at Glade Spring Spa, where wellness meets winter wonder. With extended holiday hours from December 19 to January 4, you can unwind anytime with rejuvenating treatments designed to soothe dry skin, ease tension, and restore your glow. Indulge in the refreshing Mountain Air Facial, invigorating Evergreen Escape Massage, or the ultimate Winter Warmer package combining both treatments plus a complimentary red light therapy session. It’s the perfect way to melt away winter’s stresses and step into the new year refreshed and renewed.
Winterfest Specials
- Mountain Air Facial: Revive dry and dull winter skin with our luxurious oxygenating facial. This facial includes facial cupping and gua sha to stimulate lymphatic drainage, lift and allow enhanced absorption of nutrients into the skin.
50-minute treatment | Monday–Thursday $220; Friday–Sunday $235
- Evergreen Escape Massage: Head to toe pampering. This massage is a luxury full body massage filled with an invigorating pine scrub on the back, feet and hands. This treatment also includes a deep conditioning scalp treatment, gua sha scalp comb and hot towel wrap.
80-minute treatment | Monday–Thursday $340; Friday–Sunday $360
- Winter Warmer: Book both the mountain air facial and the evergreen escape massage and receive a free 20min session in our red light therapy table. Sure to melt away all of your aches, pains and winter blues!
Spa Hours
- Sunday–Thursday 9:00am–6:00pm | Friday & Saturday 9:00am–8:00pm
- Extended Holiday Hours: December 19–January 4; Sunday–Thursday 9:00am–8:00pm | Friday & Saturday: 9:00am–9:00pm
Recreation
HOLIDAY EXPERIENCES
Decorations, Celebrations and More!
This season, the magic of the mountains comes alive with festive experiences for all ages. From November 28 to December 24, enjoy hands-on holiday workshops, charming elf visits, and lively celebrations to make your winter getaway unforgettable. Create your own masterpiece at our Wreath Making sessions, or blend nature and wellness at the Holiday Herbal Salve-Making Workshop. Watch the wonder on little ones’ faces with Elf Deliveries. Then, ring in the New Year with a splash at our NYE Pool Party— a night of music, games, and prizes.
- Elf Deliveries: November 29–December 11; 9:00am–12:00pm; Extended Hours December 12–December 24; 9:00am–9:00pm
- Wreath Making: November 28–29
- Holiday Herbal Salve-Making Workshop: December 13 and 20 at the Swim and Fitness center
- NYE Pool Party: $30, includes a DJ and night of fun with cannonball contests, prizes, and games
GLICE SKATING
Glide into Winterfest
Lace up your skates and hit the Glice Rink starting November 15! Enjoy open skating, Hockey Hour (6:00pm–7:00pm), and Community Skate Night every Tuesday—free with a food donation. From December 12–January 3, skate daily from 11:00am–8:00pm, complete with hot cocoa, Throwback Thursdays with retro hits, and S’more Sundays with a free s’mores kit. Private rink buyouts available for unforgettable events!
Hours of Operation:
November 15–December 11: Thursday–Monday 4:00pm–8:00pm
December 12–January 3: Open daily with Extended Winterfest Hours: 11:00am–8:00pm
All skating purchases come with a cup of hot cocoa!
- Hockey Hour: 6:00pm–7:00pm
- Community skate night: Tuesdays free with non-perishable food donation
- Throwback Thursday – 80s, 90s, and 2000s hits
- S’more Sunday: Free S’mores kit with purchase of skating
Suncadia’s TUBING HILL
Slide into Winter Fun!
Grab a tube and race down snowy lanes at Prospector Driving Range—open daily from 9:00am–12:00pm, with extended hours (9:00am–5:00pm) from December 12–January 3. After the thrills, warm up and refuel with tasty bites from the Suncadia Street Eats food truck, serving up delicious fare whenever the hill is open. Weather dependent—check conditions before you go!
Open Daily | 9:00am–12:00pm
Extended Winterfest Hours December 12–January 3 | 9:00am–5:00pm
Winter Whirlwind
Kids Indoor Play Time
Keep the cold outside and check your coat and mittens at the door! This indoor escape offers all ages fun. Bounce Houses, Indoor Axe Throwing, Coloring Corner, Video Games, and more.
- Daily: December 19–28
- Price: $25-per day for an all-access pass
- Available for: Ages 3-16 | 2 and under are complimentary, adult supervision required
- Food + Drinks, both N/A and alcoholic beverages will be available for individual purchase
- Bear Factory purchases available
The Winter Shop
Gear up for Winter fun!
During Winterfest, the Winter Shop at Prospector is your go-to spot for all things snow! Open daily from 9:00am–6:00pm, we’ve got everything you need to explore the winter wonderland—from snowshoes to cross-country skis and more. Stop by, gear up, and make the most of your mountain adventure!
CEDAR + SASQUATCH
The Ultimate Suncadia Kids Adventure
Imagine a place where the great outdoors meets endless fun, where laughter echoes through the trees, and where friendships are forged in the heart of nature. Welcome to Cedar and Sasquatch, Suncadia’s newest kids program designed specifically for our youngest explorers aged 5-12! In this enchanting program, kids will embark on a journey of discovery and adventure, tailored to spark their curiosity and creativity. Nestled within the breathtaking landscape of Suncadia, Cedar and Sasquatch offers a unique blend of engaging activities that encourage connection, exploration, and learning. Highlights of the Program:
- Nature Escapades: Explore the lush trails and forests of Suncadia, uncovering hidden wonders and making friends along the way
- Creative Corner: Engage in arts and crafts inspired by the natural beauty surrounding you
- Outdoor Games: Participate in exciting outdoor games that foster teamwork and laughter
- Environmental Education: Learn about the importance of conservation and sustainability in a fun and interactive way
Saturdays from 12:00–3:00pm at the Winter Shop at Prospector
Nelson Farm
Axes, Arrows & Activity for All
Axe throwing, Archery, and Gel Blaster range
Friday–Sunday; 10:00am–2:00pm
Extended Hours December 12–January 3; Daily 10:00am–3:00pm
*Private buyout available by request outside of operating hours.
Golf
TruGolf Simulator
Swing, Spin & Score
Keep the fun going indoors with our state-of-the-art TruGolf simulator! Tee off on world-famous courses, test your aim in target games, or switch it up with family-friendly challenges like mini golf and carnival-style competitions. Whether you’re perfecting your swing, playing for bragging rights, or just looking for a great time with friends, the TruGolf simulator delivers year-round action for all ages.
Daily | 9:00am–6:00pm
Pools
Indoor & Outdoor Pools
365 Days of Swimming
Stay active and warm this winter with Suncadia’s heated pools and vibrant community atmosphere. At the Swim and Fitness Center, enjoy early morning lap swims and open swim daily—with extended hours through Winterfest so you can splash and relax until 9:00pm. Over at The Lodge, both the pool and hot tub stay heated and welcoming all day long for guests and members. Plus, join in the fun with weekly holiday specials like Merch Monday discounts, Tinsel Tuesday crafts, Warm Up Wednesday fitness deals, and Thermal Thursday winter gear savings.
The Lodge Pool & Hot Tub (both are heated for the winter!)
- Open Daily for Lodge Guests and Members: 8:00am–10:00pm
- Featuring Weekly Holiday Specials:
Merch Monday – 20% off branded merch- merch purchases include free sticker
Tinsel Tuesday: Decorate mini ornaments or snowflakes
Warm up Wednesday: 25% fitness class sign-ups at SFC front desk
Thermal Thursday: 25% off winter gear
- Daily: Lap Swim 6:00am–10:00am | Open Swim 10:00am–7:00pm
- Extended Winterfest Daily Hours (December 12–January 3): Open Swim 10:00am–9:00pm
- Christmas Day: 11:00am–7:00pm
Fitness
Fitness Center
Strength Training, Cycling & More
Whatever your vacation state of mind, we’ve got you covered with TechnoGym strength training favorites and Group Fitness classes. And new cardio workouts like Jacob’s Ladder X and the Matrix Virtual Training Cycle. Beyond state-of-the-art equipment, the Swim & Fitness Center boasts a cedarwood wet sauna, aromatherapy steam room and hot tub.
Fitness Center Hours of Operation:
- Daily: Lap Swim 6:00am–10:00am | Open Swim 10:00am–7:00pm
- Extended Winterfest Daily Hours (December 12–January 3): Open Swim 10:00am–9:00pm
- Christmas day: 11am-7pm
Real Estate
Hosted by Suncadia Real Estate
Holiday Home Tours
- Saturday Nov 15 | 11:00am – 2:00pm
- Saturday Dec 20 | 11:00am – 2:00pm
- Saturday Dec 6 | 11:00am – 2:00pm
- Saturday Jan 3 | 11:00am – 2:00pm
