Celebrate the Holidays at Garnet Hill Lodge
Posted in General, Winter at Garnet Hill
Decked out for the holidays and covered in snow, Garnet Hill Lodge offers the perfect atmosphere for a quintessential holiday experience. Sit by the fire, sip a holiday cocktail, play a board game with loved ones, smell the pines on the Christmas tree and the holiday feast cooking in the kitchen, and gaze out at the snow covered mountains.
With special events and dining options from Christmas Eve through New Year’s, Garnet Hill Lodge is the perfect destination for making cherished memories with family and friends.
Christmas Eve
Step into our festively decorated Log House Restaurant for an unforgettable Christmas Eve dinner. Our culinary team has crafted an exceptional menu featuring:
- Prime Rib Special ($55): Tender prime rib served au jus with creamy horseradish sauce and garlic mashed potatoes
- Lobster Special ($60): Succulent lobster with Fra Diavolo spicy red sauce over delicate pappardelle pasta
Our full menu will also be available. Live fiddle music by Cedar Stanistreet will fill the air, creating the perfect holiday atmosphere. After dinner, cozy up by the fire, enjoy our signature holiday cocktails, or engage in playful board games with family and friends.
Time: 4pm – 8pm
Christmas Day Feast
Indulge in our lavish holiday buffet featuring a delectable spread of appetizers, entrees, and sides, along with mouthwatering desserts. Celebrate Christmas Day with your family while enjoying the warm and welcoming ambiance of Garnet Hill Lodge.
Menu Highlights:
- Hors d’oeuvres: Chicken & corn chowder, garden salad with assorted dressings, jalapeño corn fritters with gochujang aioli, and tomato bruschetta on crostini
- Entrees: Roast chicken breast, grilled eggplant with tomato bruschetta, baked haddock
- Carving Stations: Roast sirloin with Adirondack hunter sauce, glazed spiral ham with brown sugar and currants
- Sides: Herbed rice pilaf, garlic mashed potatoes, seasoned green beans, cranberry sauce, roasted Brussels sprouts, assorted rolls with flavored butters
- Desserts: A variety of home-baked pies
$70 for adults/ $25 for kids 12 and under
Time: 12pm – 4pm
New Year’s Eve Celebrations
Ring in the New Year with a celebration to suit your style—choose between a family-friendly early seating or a lively evening affair complete with live music and a champagne toast at midnight.
First Seating – 5 PM – 7:30 PM
Perfect for families or early birds, this buffet-style dinner offers a four-course menu featuring hors d’oeuvres, salads, five unique entrees, and an array of desserts. Kids are welcome to join the festivities!
Champagne and sparkling wine available to purchase by the bottle.
$45/adult, $25/child (12 and under)
Second Seating – 8 PM – Closing
Celebrate the New Year in style with our second seating, featuring the same elegant buffet dinner, live music by the Frank Conti Trio, and a midnight champagne toast. Dance the night away as you welcome the start of a brand-new year!
$80/adult
Reservations are required for all holiday events. Call us at 518-251-2444 to secure your table.
Christmas Week Events
In addition to our Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Eve celebrations, we’re excited to offer a full week of special events to keep the holiday spirit alive. Extend the magic and stay the night in our cozy accommodations—book your lodging today!
Tuesday, December 24
- Guided snowshoe hike
- Ornament-making workshop
- Scones and mulled cider
- Christmas Eve Dinner
Wednesday, December 25
- Guided snowshoe hike
- Festive Christmas Day buffet
Thursday, December 26
- Guided snowshoe hike
- Dinner in the Log House
- Evening bonfire with s’mores
Friday, December 27
- Yoga session in the Bobcat
- Guided snowshoe hike
- Dinner in the Log House
- Evening bonfire with s’mores
Saturday, December 28
- Guided snowshoe hike
- Dinner in the Log House
- Evening bonfire with s’mores
Sunday, December 29
- Guided snowshoe hike
- Dinner in the Log House
Monday, December 30
- Yoga session in the Bobcat
- Guided snowshoe hike
- Dinner in the Log House
- Evening bonfire with s’mores
Tuesday, December 31
- Guided snowshoe hike
- New Year’s Eve Dinner:
- 5pm: Family-friendly seating
- 8pm: Adults-only seating, with live music from the Frank Conti Trio