Holiday Magic at Smuggs

Wednesday, Dec 24, 2025 at 10:30am

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Experience the enchantment of the holiday season at Smugglers’ Notch Resort! Join us for festive activities like the Candy Cane Scramble, where families embark on a village-wide quest for hidden candy canes. Warm up by the bonfire during our Winter Welcome with complimentary hot chocolate. Don’t miss the Light Up The Night Winter Solstice Celebration, featuring a bonfire, live performances, and a dazzling fireworks display. For the little ones, Breakfast with Santa offers a delightful morning of holiday cheer. Unless noted otherwise, these special events are included in your Winter Experience and Mountain Experience Vacation Packages. Celebrate the season with us and create unforgettable family memories!

Please have your SmuggsPass or Daycation ticket ready to show at all activity venues. Activity schedules are weather-dependent and may change, so for the latest updates, visit our website often or sign up for text alerts by texting “Smuggs” to 855-421-2279.

Schedule:


10:30 am – 11:30 am — Candy Cane Scramble Journey around the village in search of our candy cane clues. All ages. Meet at the Nordic Center.

12:30 pm – 3:30 pm — Vermont Reindeer Visit at the basketball courts.

6:30 pm — Santa’s Arrival & Fireworks Join Jammin’ Sam at the Gazebo for rounds of holiday carols and watch for the arrival of that kindly old gentleman from the North. Enjoy a spectacular visual as we light up lower Morse Mountain with a grand Fireworks display. The best viewing is at the Gazebo. Immediately following the fireworks, Santa will join us for a few carols, cookies, and smiles in the lower level of the Meeting House.

8:00 pm — Non-denominational Christmas Eve Service Share in fellowship with friends and family, sing carols, and enjoy the warm glow of the candlelight. Children get a front-row seat for a lively children’s story. The gathering will be held in the lower level of the Meeting House. All faiths are welcome. Reverend Dr. Ireson, long-time Smugglers’ Notch Homeowner, will officiate the Service.

Tubing is unavailable tonight due to Santa’s arrival — thanks for your understanding!


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