July 23, 2026
CHULA VISTA, CALIF. (July 23, 2026) - For the first time ever, the West Coast will experience the magic of ice!™, the beloved immersive Christmas attraction that has captivated tens of millions of guests across the country for more than two decades. Debuting at the new Gaylord Pacific Resort, ice! featuring "A Charlie Brown Christmas" headlines the inaugural season of Christmas at Gaylord Pacific, an extraordinary holiday celebration transforming the resort into Southern California's premier Christmas destination. This frozen walk-through attraction immerses guests in more than two million pounds of hand-carved ice sculptures, meticulously crafted into floor-to-ceiling scenes from the beloved holiday special. Christmas at Gaylord Pacific includes a full slate of festive activities and runs Nov. 20, 2026, through Jan. 3, 2027. Beginning today, guests can purchase tickets or book early bird packages by visiting ChristmasAtGaylordPacific.com.
Based on the iconic Peanuts® holiday special, ice! featuring "A Charlie Brown Christmas" invites overnight and local day guests on a charming journey that celebrates the true meaning of Christmas alongside the Peanuts gang. The attraction features ice sculptures of fan-favorite characters including Charlie Brown, Snoopy, Lucy and Linus, along with 12 immersive walk-through scenes, icy passageways, thrilling two-story ice slides—including one designed for toddlers—and photo worthy moments the entire family can enjoy.
Beyond the marquee attraction, ice! featuring "A Charlie Brown Christmas," Christmas at Gaylord Pacific brings So Much Christmas to life with an over-the-top lineup of classic and original holiday experiences. Highlights include themed character dining with the Peanuts gang, exhilarating ice tubing adventures, interactive scavenger hunts, cheerful holiday carolers, pop up Christmas shops, photo opportunities with Santa and more.
Created by Gaylord Hotels in 2001, ice! has become a cherished holiday tradition, visited by tens of millions of guests nationwide. The attraction now makes its first-ever West Coast debut at Gaylord Pacific. Inspired by the world-renowned Harbin Ice Festival in China, ice! is crafted by more than 30 expert artisans from Harbin, who spend approximately 40 days using techniques passed down through generations to hand carve 7,500 ice blocks. Kept at a brisk 9 degrees Fahrenheit to preserve the intricate detail, the attraction ensures guests stay warm in its signature blue parkas.
Guests will experience the most wonderful time of the year at the newest Gaylord Hotels resort, where sweeping views of San Diego Bay and the Pacific Ocean set the stage for an array of festive experiences. Christmas at Gaylord Pacific will transform the resort into a winter wonderland filled with millions of twinkling lights, towering Christmas trees and elaborate décor. Visitors can explore a dozen locally inspired dining outlets, browse exclusive holiday pop-up retail offerings, enjoy the expansive 4.25-acre water park and stay in one of the resort's 1,600 guest rooms, including 89 suites. When it's time to unwind, the award-winning Relâche Spa & Salon offers its Winter Radiance Spa Series, featuring curated seasonal treatments designed to help guests relax and recharge.
Overnight guests also receive exclusive access to Chill Pass, which provides front-of-the-line entry to ice! featuring "A Charlie Brown Christmas." To explore the full lineup of holiday experiences, book overnight packages and purchase tickets, visit ChristmasAtGaylordPacific.com. Terms, conditions and blackout dates apply.
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About ice!™ An Immersive Christmas Experience
The signature Christmas experience, ice!™, immerses guests in beloved holiday stories hand-carved by master artisans from Harbin, China at resorts across the United States. Created in 2001 by Gaylord Hotels, the holiday attraction debuted at Gaylord Opryland Resort in Nashville, Tennessee. Since then, tens of millions of visitors have traveled to experience this frozen tradition, where more than 2 million pounds of ice are transformed into memorable scenes and characters, two-story ice slides, photo-worthy tunnels and more. The Christmas showcase takes place at select resorts, including Gaylord National Resort in National Harbor, Md., Gaylord Opryland Resort in Nashville, Tenn., Gaylord Pacific Resort in Chula Vista, Calif., Gaylord Palms Resort in Kissimmee, Fla., Gaylord Rockies Resort in Aurora, Colo., Gaylord Texan Resort in Grapevine, Texas, JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge in Phoenix, Ariz. and at JW Marriott San Antonio Hill Country in San Antonio, Texas. More information can be found at SoMuchChristmas.com.
About Gaylord Pacific Resort & Convention Center
Gaylord Pacific Resort & Convention Center redefines West Coast hospitality as the newest member of the Gaylord Hotels brand, part of the esteemed Marriott Bonvoy portfolio. Nestled along the stunning San Diego Bay, the resort showcases 1,600 elegant guest rooms, 477,000 square feet of event space, and 12 dining venues celebrating the region's coastal flavors. Highlights include a stunning glass atrium, the award-winning Relâche Spa & Salon, and a 4.25-acre water park, creating a dynamic destination where relaxation meets entertainment. More information can be found at GaylordPacific.com.
About Peanuts
The characters of Peanuts and related intellectual property are owned by Peanuts Worldwide, which is 80% owned by the Sony Group and 20% owned by the family of Charles M. Schulz. First introduced to the world in 1950 in the Peanuts comic strip, Charlie Brown, Snoopy and the rest of the gang have made an indelible mark on popular culture. In addition to enjoying beloved Peanuts shows and specials on Apple TV, fans of all ages celebrate the brand around the world through thousands of consumer products, as well as amusement park attractions, cultural events, social media, and comic strips available in all formats, from traditional to digital. Peanuts recently celebrated its 75th Anniversary with unprecedented worldwide exhibitions and activities, collaborations, digital marketing campaigns, and more.
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