December 18–23
Holiday Drone Show (FREE!), Breakfast with Santa, Movie + Dinner Experiences, Cavvietta Cowgirls & Trick Riding
Celebrate the final days before Christmas at Winterfest Presented by Coca-Cola at Tryon International with special performances, family activities, holiday dining, ice skating and more.
December 18–23, 2026
Parking & General Admission: $10 per vehicle | Pay upon arrival
There is no separate general admission ticket required. Park once, then explore Winterfest throughout Tryon International. Many activities and entertainment are included with your $10 parking, while select experiences may be reserved separately.
FEATURED OPENING WEEKEND EXPERIENCES
Make the most of Opening Weekend with some of Winterfest’s featured experiences and special events.
Movie + Dinner Experiences
Make dinner part of the movie with special holiday screenings paired with a meal.
Saturday + Sunday + Monday
A Christmas Story + Dinner
Saturday, Dec. 19 | 6:30–9 PM
How the Grinch Stole Christmas + Dinner
Sunday, Dec. 20 | 6:30–9 PM
The Polar Express + Dinner
Monday, Dec. 21 | 6:30–9 PM
Breakfast with Santa
Start your Saturday with breakfast and a special visit from Santa.
Dec. 19–23
8 AM + 10:30 AM seatings
HOLIDAY DRONE SHOW
Kick off the final stretch before Christmas with a special Holiday Drone Show at Tryon International.
Friday, Dec. 18
7–7:15 PM
The Holiday Drone Show is included with your $10 parking. No additional ticket required.
Winterfest Igloo Dining
Reserve your own private dining igloo outside the Silver Spoon Saloon for a cozy 90-minute Winterfest experience with family and friends.
Dec. 18–23 | 11 AM–10:30 PM
Last seating: 9 PM
$75 per igloo | 90 minutes
Additional food and beverages are available separately.
Ice Skating at Tryon
Hit the ice at the Winterfest skating rink in Legends Plaza.
Friday, Dec. 18 | 2–10 PM
Saturday + Sunday, Dec. 19–20 | 12–10 PM
Monday, Dec. 21 | Closed
Tuesday + Wednesday, Dec. 22–23 | 12–10 PM
$20 Adults | $15 Kids Under 12
Skate rentals included.
CAVVIETTA COWGIRLS
Enjoy a special Western performance as part of Winterfest.
Tuesday, Dec. 22
6–7 PM
Included with your $10 parking. No additional ticket required.
TRICK RIDING
Close out Winterfest with a high-energy trick riding performance.
Wednesday, Dec. 23
6–7 PM
Included with your $10 parking. No additional ticket required.
HOW TO EXPERIENCE WINTERFEST
1. ARRIVE & PARK
General Admission & Parking is $10 per vehicle and is paid when you arrive at Tryon International. No advance parking pass is needed.
2. EXPLORE WHAT’S INCLUDED
Your $10 parking includes access to Opening Weekend entertainment and activities, including:
MORE LIVE HOLIDAY ENTERTAINMENT
Ol’ Jazz 74
Saturday, Dec. 19 | 5–8 PMChampagne Charlie
Sunday, Dec. 20 | 5–9 PMCity Carolers
Dec. 21–23 | 5–8 PM
Photos & Letters with Santa
5–9 PM nightly
Grinch Meet & Greet with Cindy Lou
5–9 PM nightly
Foothills Humane Society Charity Tree Walk
5–9 PM nightlyStroll down Vendor Row, check out the decorated Christmas trees and vote for your favorite. $1 = 1 vote, with all proceeds benefiting the Foothills Humane Society.
North Pole Train Ride
5–9 PM nightlyFace Painting
5–8 PM nightlyRoaming Holiday Performers
5–9 PM nightlyHoliday Hobby Horse Schooling
5–9 PM nightly
MAKE A DAY OF IT
Come early, find your Christmas tree, shop the Winterfest Market, enjoy dining throughout Tryon International and stay into the evening for holiday entertainment.
D&B Christmas Tree Farm
Thursday–Sunday | 9 AM–9 PM
Whether you visit for a few hours or spend the day with us, Opening Weekend gives you plenty of ways to experience Winterfest.
