Festive lights, choirs singing, Santa and Mrs. Claus sightings these are the quintessential sights and sounds that mean the holidays have officially arrived at French Lick Resort. With the hustle and bustle that comes along with the holiday season, why choose the resort as a holiday destination? French Lick Resort provides an ideal holiday backdrop for a lifetime of memories. Here are the top reasons why you should visit during this holiday season. TREE LIGHTINGS Gather your family around the grand Christmas tree outside of French Lick Springs Hotel or inside West Baden Springs Hotel s magnificent atrium and witness the official kickoff to the season! Visits from Santa and Mrs. Claus, live holiday music and fireworks make this one of our most special traditions! PHOTO OPPORTUNITIES Everywhere you turn at French Lick Resort, there is a photo opportunity to snap. From the beautifully decorated lobbies and gardens at both hotels, the life-size gingerbread house in the Event Center of French Lick Springs Hotel and so much more be sure to snap plenty of grams all over the resort! Don t forget to use #frenchlickresort when posting your photos. ONE-OF-A-KIND ACTIVITIES AND EVENTS New experiences are waiting to happen at French Lick Resort especially around Christmastime. Pictures with Santa happen every Saturday during our 50 Days of Lights by our incredible life-size gingerbread house. Story Time and Cookie Decorating with Mrs. Claus is also a popular weekend event that is perfect for the whole family. ENTERTAINMENT Welcome the sounds of the season with talented high school holiday choir performances occurring every Saturday afternoon at both hotels as well as the classic strolling Dickens Carolers at West Baden Springs Hotel every Saturday in December. Visit frenchlick.com for times and locations for all events and activities.
There were some cheerful activities we did at the hotel and ways for new traditions at this awe-inspiring, fantastically festive French Lick Springs Hotel. There were massively magnificent Christmas trees where viewing the lighting while listening to holiday music was a breath-taking experience. The life-size, all edible Victorian-style Gingerbread House filled the area with its tantalizing smell. - Trip Advisor Reviewer (Indianapolis, IN) This time, we chose the right room - 6th floor, with a small balcony, overlooking the tree. Oh it was perfect. The view, the music, the voices of the carolers drifting up the immense atrium to our balcony. Christmas is going to be hard to top now. - Trip Advisor Reviewer (Lisle, IL) Nothing puts me into the Christmas spirit more than when we take our annual trip to the West Baden Springs Hotel. Whether you eat at one of the delicious holiday buffets or just get ice cream or Starbucks and sit back in the atrium to look at the wonderful Christmas tree, I believe you too will feel the warmth and special feeling only the West Baden Springs Hotel can provide. - Trip Advisor Reviewer (Indianapolis, IN) Holiday Memories Turn Christmastime into an opportunity for a vacation. Pack up the family and celebrate the holidays in charm and comfort at French Lick Resort! There is no better place to enjoy the sights and sounds of the season just take our guests word for it! My wife and I along with good friends spent several days between Christmas and New Year s to get away from the hustle and bustle of the holidays. Great room and beautiful decorations throughout the hotel and grounds. Easy drive from our home in Cincinnati, which is why we usually go down several times a year. - Trip Advisor Reviewer (Cincinnati, OH) Kentucky Youth Chorale I enjoyed staying here especially at Christmas time. The decorations are out of this world! - Trip Advisor Reviewer (St. Louis, MO) I just cannot say enough about this fabulous resort, staff, rooms and activities. They treated my fur baby like a princess and the grandbabies loved the Christmas activities with Mrs. Claus and decorating cookies. We will be back for sure. - Trip Advisor Reviewer (Tampa, FL)
The holidays tend to be the season of excess between the rich foods, sweets and other traditional delicacies, it can be difficult to stick to an active plan during the festive fun. French Lick Resort s Fitness Coordinator Kaci Wehr is ready to inspire you with fitness goals to keep you moving during the holiday season! Is part of your holiday to-do list visiting French Lick Resort? You have chosen the right place to stay in check with your fitness we have weekly classes that will keep you active! Here are Kaci s top tips to stay fit during your vacation whether it s here or if you re at home: Choose an physical activity each day. After you have taken a relaxing dip in our indoor pool, ramp up your heart rate by running in place in the water. Partake in one of our fitness classes while you are here! They are an added, unique experience to your visit. Fitness calendars are available at the concierge desks. For indoor recreation, check out your local gym. Most gyms have group fitness classes available every week make new friends and create a fitness community! Simple fitness equipment like stability balls and resistance bands are great for core and full-body workouts. Kaci s tips on how to incorporate the holidays into fitness: Set an attainable goal at the start of the holiday season (around mid-november) that is reasonable and timely with dates in mind. Plan how to overcome obstacles that come during this time of year (indulgent food, limited time, etc.) Create and plan a holiday fitness challenge with your friends and family before the craziness begins. Commit to maintain your weight or lose weight and if you do not, put a certain amount of money in a jar. Examples: have a step or push-up challenge. Be festive when you sweat! Tis the season for festive leggings, hats, socks and more that make it all the more enjoyable! Turn movie night into a fun mini workout. In your favorite holiday films, make a guide that every time Santa, Elf, Merry, etc. is said, do 5 squats or 10 pushups have fun while getting some extra movement in! Be active and move during your holiday baking sprees! While the cookies are baking, get some squats or jumping jacks in! Holiday 5Ks are becoming more popular every year even though the weather outside may not be ideal, it is a great way to make holiday memories with loved ones!
Uplifting Gifting Tis the season when the stores are crowded, the lines are long and the gift lists are vague. What s a shopper to do? If you re wanting to alleviate the stress and accentuate the pleasure, check out these four ideas that will make gift-giving a treat. Hit the Slopes Whether it s skiing, snowboarding or snow tubing, Paoli Peaks offers an exciting day on the slopes for everyone beginners, intermediates and advanced. With 15 ski trails, a cozy ski lodge, pizzeria restaurant and pro shop, you ll enjoy hitting the powder without leaving Southern Indiana. Snow passes are available for use December through March. All Aboard for Adventure Train lover on your gift list? Get them a ticket to ride on The French Lick Scenic Railway. The journey encompasses an 18-mile round-trip ride through parts of the Hoosier National Forest and the 2,200-foot Burton Tunnel. The scenic train excursion lasts almost 2 hours and is fun for the entire family. Check out the special event train trips offered throughout the year. Step Inside History Indiana Landmarks is about more than just saving historic structures. This organization connects people with our Hoosier heritage all across the state. Give a gift membership that offers tour and program discounts, savings on merchandise, free use of the information center and a subscription to Indiana Preservation magazine. It s the perfect gift for the history buff on your list. Give a Memory The French Lick Resort gift card offers a resort full of fun! Cards can be utilized at either resort hotel, golf courses, spa, stables, resort-owned retail shops, dining and more. Visit frenchlick.com and the select he desired value for the card that never expires.
Events & Entertainment AT FRENCH LICK RESORT There is a whole host of activities that take place this holiday season. Visit frenchlick.com/calendar or call 888-936-9360 for details. AFTERNOON TOUR & TEA Wednesdays 12:30pm tour/2pm tea 1:30pm tour/3pm tea $35 per person $28 children 12 & younger LATE NIGHT JAZZ CLUB Fridays & Saturdays 9pm - Midnight West Baden Springs Hotel Library AFTERNOON TEA Sundays 1pm - 3pm (Excluding Sunday, December 31) $25 per person $14 children 12 & younger WINE TASTINGS Friday, November 10 8pm Friday, December 29 8pm $54 per person LOBBY BAR FEATURING FESTIVE DRINK SPECIALS Friday, November 17 2pm - 9pm French Lick Springs Hotel Lobby TREE LIGHTING AT FRENCH LICK SPRINGS HOTEL Friday, November 17 7pm French Lick Springs Hotel Front Lawn The holiday season kicksoff with the lighting of the tree at French Lick Springs Hotel. Performances by the Webb Family and Springs Valley Elementary School Choir make this a joyous celebration. A visit from Santa and fireworks take it over the top! HOLLY JOLLY JOG Saturday, November 18 10:30am French Lick Springs Hotel Front Lawn Come out for a leisurely walk/run through the property, wearing your favorite holiday attire and finishing with a sweet treat! All ages and paces welcome! PICTURES WITH SANTA Saturdays, November 18 - December 23 2pm - 5pm 2nd Level Event Center $5 HOLIDAY MUSIC & SING-ALONG Saturday, November 18 5pm CHRISTMAS CAROLS WITH SARAH STIVERS TRIO Saturday, November 18 5:30pm TREE LIGHTING AT WEST BADEN SPRINGS HOTEL Saturday, November 18 7pm Bring along the whole family for this annual tradition. Appearances by Santa and Mrs. Claus, sing-alongs and a Christmas village round out the fun. SANTA S TOYMAKER WORKSHOP Sundays, November 19 - December 17 9am - 11am KidsFest Lodge 12 GIFTS OF CHRISTMAS Monday, November 20 - Friday, December 1 8am - 9:59pm French Lick Casino Earn 25 sweepstakes points from 8am through 9:59pm to be eligible to receive a French Lick Casino special edition ornament. Play every day to collect all 12 (one ornament per person per day while supplies last)! BROWN COUNTY ART GUILD Monday, November 20 - Sunday, January 7 West Baden Springs Hotel Mezzanine An art showcase and sale featuring a variety of original works by Guild Member Artists. TOM THE TURKEY FAMILY WALK/RUN Thursday, November 23 9am French Lick Springs Hotel Front Lawn Burn a few extra calories while having some family fun! All ages and paces welcome! THANKSGIVING DINNER Thursday, November 23 1pm - 7pm $62 adults $16 children 5-12 years old FREE children 5 years & younger THANKSGIVING BUFFET Thursday, November 23 11am - 5pm Event Center Windsor Ballroom $48 adults $20 children 12 years & younger Reservations required (888) 936-9360 THANKSGIVING FAMILY FUN Thursday - Sunday, November 23-26 French Lick Springs Hotel Windsor Ballroom Visit French Lick Resort this Thanksgiving for a family-friendly celebration! Complete with bounce houses, Thanksgiving-themed crafts, games, family portraits and more during the long holiday weekend. STORY TIME & COOKIE DECORATING WITH MRS. CLAUS Fridays & Saturdays November 24 - December 23 6:30pm - 8pm French Lick Springs Hotel The Grand Colonnade West Baden Springs Hotel will be closed for a private event on December 8.
HOLIDAY MOVIE MADNESS CHRISTMAS DINNER Fridays & Saturdays November 24 - December 23 8:30pm French Lick Springs Hotel Habig Room Grab some popcorn and settle in for one of your favorite holiday movies! Friday - Monday, December 15-25 West Baden Springs Hotel Sinclair s $75 per person Reservations suggested (812) 936-5579 WINE & DESSERT SOIREE Friday, November 24 9pm Friday, December 15 9pm $38 per person HOLIDAY CHOIR SERIES AT WEST BADEN SPRINGS HOTEL Saturday, November 25 11am Saturdays, December 2-16 11am HOLIDAY CHOIR SERIES AT FRENCH LICK SPRINGS HOTEL Saturday, November 25 1:30pm Saturdays, December 2-16 1:30pm French Lick Springs Hotel Lobby New Year s Eve Celebrations WONDERS OF THE DEEP FRENCH LICK SPRINGS HOTEL NEW YEAR S EVE CELEBRATION Sunday, December 31 7:00pm French Lick Springs Hotel Hoosier Ballroom Wave 2017 goodbye at the Wonders of the Deep New Year s Eve party at French Lick Springs Hotel! Dive into a delicious dinner before heading out to the dance floor with live entertainment. The party doesn t stop there enjoy the photo station, delectable desserts and a midnight champagne toast to round out your festive evening. BON VOYAGE 2017 WEST BADEN SPRINGS HOTEL NEW YEAR S EVE CELEBRATION Sunday, December 31 7:30pm Say Bon Voyage to 2017 in style at West Baden Springs Hotel s New Year s Eve celebration. The evening begins with hors d oeuvres and open bar with a gala dinner to follow under the extraordinary domed atrium. Sarah Stivers and her orchestra will feature music through the decades that will have you swaying in 2018. CARNIVAL! KIDSFEST NEW YEAR S EVE CELEBRATION Sunday, December 31 5:30pm Registration 6pm Party Event Center Clifton Ballroom From 6pm - 12:30am New Year s Eve, children can enjoy carnival-themed games and treats, video games, live entertainment, party favors, face painting and the live feed of the Times Square ball drop at midnight! Pizza and soft drinks provided. ORANGE COUNTY PLAYERS PERFORMANCE & FESTIVE SPECIALTY BAR Fridays, December 1 and 15 7pm Saturdays, December 2 and 16 7pm French Lick Springs Hotel Lobby DICKENS CAROLERS Saturdays, December 2-23 2pm - 5pm 12 CASES OF CHRISTMAS Sunday, December 3 2pm - 6pm 12pm Registration French Lick Casino Earn 300 points between September 18th - November 6th to be eligible for a chance to win your share of over $40,000 in cash prizes! DAVIESS COUNTY COURTHOUSE SINGERS Friday & Saturday, December 8 & 9 7pm French Lick Springs Hotel Lobby A New Year s Eve Celebration at West Baden Springs Hotel Management reserves the right to cancel or modify any event without notice. Must be 21 years to enter the casino. Gambling Problem? Call 1.800.9.WITH.IT!
Saturday, February 10 1pm - 4pm - - Hoosier Ballroom Our 10th annual Chocolate Festival will be the cat s meow as we celebrate in style 1920 s style! We are swinging into Valentine s weekend with familiar traditions and fresh twists on one of French Lick Resort s longest-standing annual events. Get dolled up in your swankiest 20 s-inspired attire, or come as you are. Either way, we ll whisk you through a scrumptious spectrum of all things chocolate. Live demonstrations and entertainment are also in this year s lineup, so have a roarin good time and taste to your heart s content. Early bird pricing is available until November 30. Please visit frenchlick.com for details and package information. Management reserves the right to cancel or modify any event without notice. Must be 21 years or older to enter the casino. Gambling Problem? Call 1.800.9.WITH.IT!