November 15 - January 6
With two grand tree lighting ceremonies, a half-million holiday lights, dazzling decorations and holiday activities, French Lick Resort is where the spirit of the season comes alive. We hang on to that holiday magic as long as possible, so our lights and decorations stay up into early January.
7pm
West Baden Springs Hotel • Atrium
It’s the true sign the holidays have officially arrived: the annual tree lighting at West Baden Springs Hotel. The ambiance of the hotel’s spectacular atrium and 45-foot-tall tree usher in the holiday season in grand fashion. Enjoy holiday music and Christmas carols and get a photo taken with Santa Claus before the tree officially lights up.
Management reserves the right to cancel or modify all promotions and event without notice.
4pm - 7pm
Our annual tree lighting ceremony at French Lick Springs Hotel truly captures the essence of the holidays. The festivities include the lighting of our grand tree and live music capturing the holiday spirit. Santa Claus is also comin’ to town, so be sure to share your Christmas wishes with St. Nick.
Management reserves the right to cancel or modify all promotions and event without notice.
Kids' Christmas Crafts
2pm – 6pm
Clifton Ballroom
Santa and Mrs. Claus Meet & Greet
4pm - 5:30pm
Spring No. 8
Live Reindeer Meet & Greet
4pm - 6:30pm
Casino Front Lawn
Hot Cocoa
4pm - 7pm
Casino Front Lawn
Celebration of Lights
6pm
Casino Front Lawn
Animated Holiday Light Show
Immediately following Celebration of Lights
French Lick Springs Hotel • Front Lawn
Santa and Mrs. Claus Meet & Greet
7pm - 9:30pm
Spring No. 8
Complimentary
Visit us for your chance to write a letter to Santa! But hurry — the North Pole is a long way away, and it takes time to get there. Drop your letter in one of the holiday mailboxes by December 14, and we’ll make sure it gets to the North Pole for Santa to mail a response to your home in time for Christmas. Find the letters and holiday mailboxes at French Lick Springs Hotel, West Baden Springs Hotel and the Activities Center.
Management reserves the right to cancel or modify all promotions and events without notice.
West Baden Springs Hotel • Atrium
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Capture that perfect snapshot for your Christmas card, or gather the family for holiday photos to treasure through the years. Our friends at Bambino International will help you strike the perfect pose, whether you want something fun and casual, or classic and fancy. Come in your formalwear, holiday attire, Sunday best or pajamas, and have West Baden’s spectacular atrium as a magical backdrop for your family photos this season. Sessions are up to 15 minutes each and include your choice of five edited high-resolution digital files with personal printing permissions; additional images and gift prints are also available.
10am - 12:30pm
November 23 • Event Center • Nixon Room
November 30 • Event Center • Hoosier Ballroom A
December 7 • Event Center • Nixon Room
December 14 • Event Center • Ford Room
December 21 • Event Center • Windsor Ballroom C
Santa needs lots of good workers to get through the holidays, and you can help! Join Santa and his helpers to build your own stuffed buddy to take home. Materials are first-come, first-served, and up to $25 depending on the toy selected.
Management reserves the right to cancel or modify all promotions and events without notice.
This Thanksgiving, leave the cooking to us and enjoy family time at an unforgettable holiday destination. Both of our historic hotels are cooking up impressive Thanksgiving buffets to satisfy every taste.
Management reserves the right to cancel or modify all promotions and events without notice.
Friday, November 28 • 5:30pm - 8:30pm
Saturday, November 29 • Noon - 2pm & 5:30pm - 8:30pm
Wednesdays & Fridays, December 3 - 19 • 5:30pm - 8:30pm
Saturdays, December 6, 13 & 20 • Noon - 2pm & 5:30pm - 8:30pm
French Lick Springs Hotel • Spring No. 8
Complimentary
Find Santa and his elves here every weekend during the holiday season! Visit St. Nick at Spring No. 8 restaurant (just off the hotel lobby) for a photo opportunity and give him your Christmas wishes. Be sure to bring a phone or camera to snap your own photos.
Management reserves the right to cancel or modify all promotions and events without notice.
Noon - 3pm
West Baden Springs Hotel • Caddy Sinclair Room
$10 per craft
Stop by and create holiday crafts for a very merry souvenir to take home.
Management reserves the right to cancel or modify all promotions and event without notice.
1pm - 1:30pm
West Baden Springs Hotel • Library
2pm - 2:30pm
Event Center • Windsor Hallway
Get in the holiday spirit and join us for a complimentary reading of Christmas stories by Mrs. Claus.
Management reserves the right to cancel or modify all promotions and events without notice.
Management reserves the right to cancel or modify all promotions and events without notice.
6:30pm - 7pm
Activities Center
Complimentary
Join us with family and friends to play bingo for a chance at winning a cool prize.
Management reserves the right to cancel or modify all promotions and events without notice.
8pm
French Lick Springs Hotel • Indoor Pool
Complimentary
Bring the whole crew for a family-friendly flick. Head to the Activities Center to play a round of bingo at 6:30 before viewing a holiday-themed movie in the indoor pool. Here's a list of what's showing:
Management reserves the right to cancel or modify all promotions and events without notice.
10am - Noon
December 6 • Event Center • Nixon Room
December 13 • West Baden Springs Hotel • Caddy Sinclair Room
$25 per gingerbread house
Bring the whole family and create an epic gingerbread structure from a variety of sweet treats. The perfect weekend activity to make some holiday memories.
2pm - 5pm
West Baden Springs Hotel • Atrium
In the spirit of the Charles Dickens classic “A Christmas Carol,” these costumed singers in their velvet dresses, top hats and coattails are a spectacle to hear and behold. Enjoy a relaxing soundtrack of classic holiday carols filling the atrium.
Management reserves the right to cancel or modify all promotions and events without notice.
10am
French Lick Springs Hotel • The Grand Colonnade Restaurant
Complimentary
Have breakfast at The Grand Colonnade with a special visitor from the North Pole. Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer will be stopping by, so don’t miss your chance to snap a photo.
Management reserves the right to cancel or modify all promotions and events without notice.
5pm - 8pm
French Lick Springs Hotel • The Grand Colonnade Restaurant
Adults $36 | Children (ages 6-12) $18 | Free for children 5 and younger
Reservations required: book online or call (866) 321-5884
Back by popular demand is a holiday feast to celebrate with family and friends. For the first time in 10 years, The Grand Colonnade Restaurant will be serving up a dinner buffet full of carved meats, festive sides and salads, tempting holiday desserts and a children’s menu.
Management reserves the right to cancel or modify all promotions and events without notice.
Carving Station & Entrées
Garlic Roasted Sliced Prime Rib with Au Jus and Horseradish Cream
Sage-Rubbed Roasted Turkey Breast with Pan Gravy
Maple Glazed Salmon
Fresh Salad Bar
Traditional Caesar Salad
Chopped Iceberg and Romaine Salad with Bacon, Mushrooms, Diced Tomatoes, Shredded Carrots Shredded Cheddar Cheese and Assorted Dressings
Tomato & Cucumber Salad
Amish-Style Potato Salad
Sliced Seasonal Fruit
Festive Sides
Yukon Gold Mashed Potatoes
Wild Rice
White Cheddar Macaroni and Cheese
Honey Glazed Roasted Carrots
Country-Style Green Beans with Bacon and Caramelized Onions
Sweet Corn
Fresh Yeast Rolls with Butter
Kids’ Favorites
Mini Corn Dogs
Macaroni and Cheese
Potato Wedges
Fruit
Applesauce
Holiday Desserts
Chocolate Fudge Brownies
Red Velvet Cake
Mini Cheesecake Bites
Assorted Holiday Cookies
Beverages
Iced Tea, Soda, Coffee and Juice included with buffet
Cash Bar
Beer, Wine and Cocktails
Exhibition Hall
Doors open at 6pm
Built around rich vocal harmony, vivid emotional writing and a smooth fusion of country, rock and pop, Lady A is one of the 21st century’s premier vocal groups. The trio has amassed record-breaking success with 10 #1 songs including their 11-time platinum hit “Need You Now.” Lady A earned ACM and CMA Vocal Group of the Year honors three years in a row in addition to seven Grammy awards, Billboard Music Awards, People’s Choice Awards and a Tony Award nod.
French Lick is one of the final stops on Lady A's first-ever Christmas tour, which comes on the heels of the band's newly released holiday album, On This Winter’s Night Vol. 2. New holiday-inspired songs and classic Lady A hits will all be featured in this magical night of music.
11am - 5pm
Event Center • Windsor Ballroom
$30 per child
Drop-off option: $50 from Noon - 4pm (ages 6-12)
Step right up for a fun-filled winter break with carnival games, bounce house, Northern Lights star dome, velcro axe throwing, jugglers, balloon animals and face painting. There’s also an organized race every hour including an egg and spoon race, giant ball bounce, sack race and 3-legged race). Candy, popcorn, cotton candy and hot cocoa will also be available for sale.
5pm • West Baden Springs Hotel
There’s no more luxurious setting to ring in 2026. Spend New Year’s Eve under the dome with live entertainment and dancing, late-night snacks and dessert, photo booth, party favors and a welcome gift at check-in. Raise a glass with a Champagne toast at midnight, and when the festivities wind down, settle in with overnight accommodations at West Baden Springs Hotel. Make your getaway extra special by adding a $200 dining credit, valid at any restaurant resort-wide. Cocktail attire required.
6pm • French Lick Springs Hotel
French Lick Springs Hotel has the ultimate celebration planned for New Year’s Eve. The evening kicks off with a buffet dinner in the Hoosier Ballroom, and our themed party rolls on in the Exhibition Hall with live musical entertainment, party favors, photo booths and a midnight Champagne toast to usher in 2026. The package also includes two drink tickets per person and cozy accommodations at French Lick Springs Hotel. Must be 21 years of age or older to purchase package and to participate in all activities. Cocktail attire recommended.
6pm - 9pm
French Lick Springs Hotel • Front Lawn
When night falls, watch the exterior of the hotel magically seem to come to life. Holiday-themed stories told through animation and music will take you on a journey through sights and sounds of the season.
Management reserves the right to cancel or modify all promotions and events without notice.
Event Center • Second Level
From the North Pole scenes to our famous gingerbread house, our Christmas Village is a must-see during the Season of Lights. Stop by to see the sights and snap some photos in our winter wonderland. Enjoy this spectacle of holiday scenes through January 6.
Management reserves the right to cancel or modify all promotions and events without notice.
