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All-New Winter Wonderland Area, featuring...

Treasures for the Holidays
November 22–December 20, 2008
Winter Wonderland Area: Ryman B1, B2 & B3 Exhibit Halls

Daily: 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

Admission*:
Adult: $5.00
Children (11 and under): Free

This enthralling craft show features a variety of handmade and novelty gifts, ranging from candles and jewelry to clothing, artwork and food. A huge selection of vendors from the U.S. and Ukraine will be exhibiting and demonstrating this year. No one will leave empty handed!

Hall of Trees
November 23–December 20, 2008
Winter Wonderland Area: Ryman B1, B2 & B3 Exhibit Halls

Monday–Thursday: 9:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m.
Friday–Sunday: 9:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m.

Admission*:
Adult: $6.00
Children (3–11 years old): $4.00

An exciting display of decorated trees that raises money for charities in and around Middle Tennessee. The trees feature major prizes such as autographed CDs, electronics, dinner vouchers, airline tickets and trips. Visit the Hall of Trees for a magical way to spread Christmas cheer for charity. See how you can help us touch the lives of others in our community this holiday season.

Photos with Santa
November 28–December 24, 2008
Winter Wonderland Area: Ryman B1, B2 & B3 Exhibit Halls

Monday–Thursday: Noon–7:00 p.m.
Friday–Sunday: Noon–8:00 p.m.
Christmas Eve: Noon–6:00 p.m.

Don't miss your chance to get a treasured photo of your child with Santa himself!

Gingerbread Corner
November 22–December 21, 2008
Winter Wonderland Area: Ryman B1, B2 & B3 Exhibit Halls

Thursday–Sunday: 10:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.

Admission*:
$12.00 per person

Let our holiday elves help you decorate miniature gingerbread house ornaments or gingerbread men in this fun, interactive class for the young and young at heart. Presented by the Enchanted Gingerbread company.

Holiday Kids' Train
November 22–December 24, 2008
Winter Wonderland Area: Ryman B1, B2 & B3 Exhibit Halls

Monday–Thursday: 8:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m.
Friday–Sunday: 8:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m.

Admission*:
$3.00 per person

Choo Choo! Hop aboard Gaylord Opryland's very own Holiday Train Ride. This magical express will delight children of all ages as it winds around in our new Winter Wonderland area.

More Christmas Activities at the Hotel...

Christmas Lights
November 1, 2008–January 4, 2009

Weekdays: 4:00 p.m.–11:00 p.m.
Weekends: 4:00 p.m.–2:00 a.m.

Our nearly 2 million dazzling Christmas lights draw visitors from all over the world. The annual Lighting Ceremony on November 13 will be presented by Nashville Electric Company.

Breakfast with the Grinch
November 15 – December 24, 2008
Ristorante Volare's patio

Every Saturday and Sunday: 7:00 – 11:00 a.m.

Admission*:
Adult: $27.26
Children (3–11 years old): $16.33
Children under 3: Free

The Whoville Café is officially open and full of family fun. Enjoy a breakfast buffet featuring Dr. Seuss-themed items and a visit from the Grinch himself!
Purchase your tickets online, or call 1-877-OPRY-100 (1-877-677-9100).

Grinch VIP Experience
November 14, 2008 – January 4, 2009
Opry Plaza

Daily: Noon – 7:00 p.m.

VIP Upgrade Admission*:
Monday – Thursday: $10.00
Friday – Sunday: $15.00

Buy an upgraded ICE VIP ticket and you'll get direct access to the ICE! exhibit with no waiting in line and a piping hot cup of delicious hot chocolate as you leave. You'll also have the chance to meet the Grinch in person. Be sure to bring your camera!

Brightest Star Fountain Show
November 14–December 29, 2008
Delta Fountain

Daily: 6:30 p.m., 7:30 p.m., 8:30 p.m.

Celebrate the true meaning of Christmas with our glorious water show synchronized to your favorite holiday songs.

Carriage Rides
November 1–December 31, 2008
Departs every 20 minutes from Magnolia Portico

Daily: 5:00 p.m.–10:00 p.m.

4 people maximum per carriage

Admission*:
$10 per adult; $5 per child (ages 4-11); private carriage $45

Experience a horse-drawn carriage ride and enjoy the decorations and lights, sure to delight young and old alike!

Outdoor Nativity Display
November 1–December 25, 2008
Magnolia Lawn

Daily: 5:00 p.m.–10:00 p.m.

Our Outdoor Nativity Display is featured with special lighting effects and an audio rendition of the biblical story of the birth of Christ.

Santa's E-mail
November 14–December 24, 2008
Garden Conservatory Skywalk

Daily: 4:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m.

Let your children correspond with Santa via e-mail and receive a personal e-mail to take home as a souvenir.

Rockabilly Christmas
November 14–December 24, 2008
Cascades Waterpond

Wednesday–Sunday: 6:00 p.m., 7:00 p.m., 8:00 p.m.

Jump, Jive and Wail to the swingin' sounds of Rockabilly Christmas! Take a ride down memory lane as all of the rockin' Christmas classic tunes of the 1950s come alive in the Cascades atrium, complete with a live band, dancing girls, icebergs and Santa's lost sleigh!

Hotel & Garden Self-Guided Audio Tour
November 14–December 25, 2008
Tickets available at Attractions Desk in Cascades Lobby

Sunday–Thursday: 9:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m.
Friday–Saturday: 9:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m.

Admission*: $10.00
(Additional refundable deposit required for headphones)

Enjoy a self-guided tour of our lush gardens and fascinating atriums, with special "A Country Christmas" stops along the way.

*Prices are tax inclusive; handling fees not included.
Entertainment schedule and pricing subject to change without notice.
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