The holidays at the 1886 Crescent Hotel & Spa bring festive charm to every corner of the property. With twinkling lights, decorated trees, and the glow of the lobby fireplace, the hotel becomes a welcoming place for families to gather, share traditions, and create lifetime memories.
The holiday celebrations begin on Friday, November 28, when the annual Christmas Tree Lighting takes place and the Holiday Hangout opens for the season. From that moment on, the hotel becomes the centerpiece of Christmas in Eureka Springs, welcoming guests for a season of festive events and family traditions.
Throughout the season, guests can stroll through the Christmas Tree Forest. This outdoor display features dozens of community-decorated trees that light up the hotel grounds and raise funds for local charities, adding a meaningful touch to the holiday experience.
On Sunday, December 7, children are invited to bring their favorite teddy bear or doll to the Teddy Bear Tea in the Crystal Dining Room. It’s a sweet holiday tradition where families sip cocoa, share treats, and watch the wonder of the season unfold through their children’s eyes.
The fun continues on Saturday, December 13, with the Grinch Breakfast, a lively morning featuring green eggs and ham along with a full breakfast buffet. Santa arrives the next morning for Santa’s Brunch on Sunday, December 14, continuing a long-standing holiday tradition at the Crescent.
That same weekend, December 13 and 14, families can explore Santa’s Village on the hotel grounds. The experience includes small train rides, reindeer rides, a skating area for young children, cookie decorating, and photos with Santa. The Hot Cocoa Café and toy workshop add to the fun, creating an atmosphere that children will remember long after the holidays.
Throughout December, the resort host team leads seasonal activities and creative projects for guests of all ages. Guests can join in simple crafts, enjoy live music, or settle by the lobby fireplace with milk and cookies as the evening winds down. The Gingerbread Hotel, designed and built by the hotel’s baker, will once again be on display in the lobby, a detailed creation that has become part of the Crescent’s holiday tradition.
The Crescent’s heated outdoor pool remains open year-round, providing a cozy swim even on chilly days. SkyBar Gourmet Pizza serves casual dining daily, while the Holiday Hangout offers festive desserts and seasonal drinks throughout the season. Guests can also take time to unwind at New Moon Spa, where massages, body treatments, and pedicures provide a relaxing break from the holiday rush.
For families and friends coming together, the Crescent Hotel offers the feeling of home during the holidays. Gather by the fire, share a meal, and take in the lights across the property. It’s a place where Christmas memories are made and traditions continue year after year.
Visit christmasineureka.com for a full list of holiday events across town and plan your Christmas stay at the Crescent Hotel in Eureka Springs.