πβοΈπICE! The Polar Express - Christmas at Gaylord National π
Schedule
Mon Dec 15 2025 at 10:30 am to 01:30 pm
UTC-05:00Location
Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center | Oxon Hill, MD
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πβοΈπICE! featuring The Polar Expressβ’ and Cirque: Spirit of ChristmasπβοΈππ Monday, December 15, 2025
π Gaylord National Harbor
π₯ 10:30 AM β ICE! Admission
πͺ 12:30 PM β Cirque: Spirit of Christmas Show
Join other homeschool families for this dazzling, immersive holiday experience featuring larger-than-life ice sculptures, thrilling frozen slides, and awe-inspiring tunnels β all carved from over 2 million pounds of ice by 40 world-renowned artists!
β¨ Highlights β¨
π Step aboard The Polar Expressβ’ and journey through 14 stunning ice scenes recreated in three dimensions.
π· Zoom down one of five ice slides beside the majestic train.
π Meet the 11-foot-tall Santa Claus at the North Pole for the First Gift of Christmas.
βοΈ Experience it all at a frosty 9Β°F β parkas provided, warm clothing recommended!
πͺ Cirque: Spirit of Christmas β 12:30 PM β¨
A magical Cirque-style Christmas show featuring dazzling acrobatics, breathtaking stunts, and a heartfelt story of rediscovering the true joy of the season.
π· Snow Flow Mountain: Unlimited Snow Tubing!
Race family and friends down real ice lanes for a frosty adventure!
π Height requirement: 42 inches & up
βοΈ Unlimited rides all day!
π Learning Objectives - Students will:
π¨ Explore the art and science of ice sculpting β observe how artists use temperature, tools, and design to transform ice into art.
π Connect literature to life by experiencing The Polar Expressβ’ story through visual storytelling and themed environments.
π§ Identify states of matter (solid, liquid) and discuss how freezing and melting are used creatively in large-scale exhibits.
π Appreciate performing arts through the Cirque performance, analyzing how music, movement, and storytelling express meaning.
π€Έ Engage in physical activity and cooperative play through snow tubing and group exploration.
π« Reflect on themes of imagination, wonder, and generosity highlighted in The Polar Expressβ’ and Cirque: Spirit of Christmas.
π Pricing
ICE! (ages 4 & up): $17.99
ICE! (ages 3 & under): FREE
Cirque: Spirit of Christmas: $19.99
Snow Mountain Tubing (42β+): $19.99
Reserve Today: https://omella.com/sm5yq
Minimum of 10 guests required for group pricing. Tickets are non-refundable. No early or late admissions.
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Where is it happening?
Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center, Gaylord Potomac Conference Room, Oxon Hill, MD 20745, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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