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Holidays

Celebrate Every Season

Each day brings a reason to come together and celebrate. Families and friends gather on holidays throughout the year to create memories, share delicious meals, tell stories, and fill the air with laughter.

From romantic getaways for Valentine's Day, to Easter in the Spring to Festive season with Jingle at JW, we have activities designed for all ages to enjoy..

Lets celebrate the holidays together!

 

Pool with cabanas

Labor Day Weekend

Celebrate Labor Day and the end of summer with a much-deserved getaway! 


Friday: Fireworks, Dive-in Movie, Dance Party & Sing-A-Long
Saturday: Tutu's Shaved Ice and Dive-in Movie
Sunday: Bubble Bash

Every night: AquaNights with late hours at the lazy river and water slides 

 

Jingle at JW

Book Now and Save Up to 30% on Jingle Overnight Package

Save up to 30% on your holiday stay with our Jingle All The Way package which includes four Jingle at JW Experience passes, complimentary self parking for one vehicle, $50 daily resort credit to spend on spa, golf and dining.

Your Jingle at JW Experience Pass includes:

  • Ice Skating
  • Snow Tubing
  • Jingle Jump
  • Virtual Ski Simulator
  • Photo opportunities in our Giant Sleigh and Ski Gondola
  • Gingerbread House Display
  • Hanukkah Activities & Menorah Lighting (December 14-22)
  • And more festive surprises to come

Book by October 31 to save.  Valid for stays from November 21, 2025 - January 3, 2026.

Jingle at JW

What is Jingle at JW?

Jingle at JW is our returning festive holiday tradition for locals and resort guests open November 21  - January 3.

Activities are daily, starting at 5pm November 21 - January 3.

Additional Information

  • Jingle Experience Passes can be booked here.   Pass includes ice skating, snow tubing, virtual ski simulator, Jingle Jump, photo opportunities in Santa's sleigh and ski gondola, lazy river holiday light stroll.and more festive surprises
  • Additional paid experiences including fire tables at the ice rink also available
  • There is no cost to enter the resort
  • Please book your experience prior to arrival to ensure availability
  • Parking is not included 
  • Activities are open to guests staying at the resort as well as local guests   
Holiday experiences

Jingle Experience Pass

Come experience an evening at Jingle at JW Desert Ridge!

Your Jingle Experience Pass includes:

  • Snow Tubing 
  • Ice Skating
  • Photo opportunities in Santa's Giant Sleigh and Ski Gondola 
  • Letters To Santa
  • Lazy River Holiday Lights Stroll
  • Virtual Ski Simulator  
  • Jingle Jump Bounce Houses
  • Gingerbread House Display 
  • Hanukkah Activities & Menorah Lighting (December 14-22)
  • And more festive surprises

Jingle at JW is November 21, 2025 - January 3, 2026, starting at 5pm daily. 

Gingerbread House

New Jingle at JW Experiences Coming Soon

We are excited announce several new Jingle at JW offerings that will be available soon for booking.

 

  • Jingle Snowball Toss: Step into the chalet with real snowballs, where winter fun hits the bullseye!
  • Gingerbread Decorating Corner: Take inspiration from JW Desert Ridge's gingerbread village and make your very own gingerbread house creation with the help of a few festive characters.
  • Secret Santa Scavenger Hunt: Use your Santa's Secret Service Decoder Ring to decipher clues and become full-fledged members of Santa's Secret Service. 
  • Breakfast with Mrs. Claus (select dates): Bring friends and family to join Mrs. Claus for a festive breakfast feast and commemorate the moment with a one-of-a-kind photo.

 

AquaNights

AquaNights Summer

Slide into summer fun at JW Marriott Desert Ridge Resort & Spa — where the slides and lazy river stay open late every night!  Families will love the activities each day including:

  • Monday Glow Putt Golf
  • Tuesday and Wednesday Inflatable Water Slides
  • Thursday Character Dance Party and Sing-Along
  • Friday and Saturday Neon Lights at AquaNights
  • Sunday Bubble Bash

AquaNights ends August 31.