It's time to shake things up a bit, and we aren't talking about your snow globes! Jellystone Park™ Guadalupe River will be transforming into a one-of-a-kind holiday extravaganza. Between Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's, our Texas camping resort will be the prime destination for those looking to stay during the holiday season. Keep reading to find out why you should book a Texas camping trip during the holidays.
2024 Holiday Activity Calendar
From delicious Thanksgiving potlucks to ringing in the New Year, we have a variety of events and activities planned while holiday camping. View our daily activity schedules here, where you'll find everything from holiday activities for adults, to festive fun for the littles!
Thanksgiving
Stay with us November 15-17 or November 22-24 and experience our Gobble 'Til You Wobble Weekends! For our fellow runners and outdoor enthusiasts, we will have a Turkey Trot where you can walk or run your way to the finish line! For our fellow food lovers, the Thanksgiving potluck is sure to be a hit. Plus, don't forget about our donation drive where we will give back to our local community.
Christmas
From December 13-15 & December 20-22, our Holiday Weekends will be full of holly jolly fun! Experience fun Christmas activities like golf cart decorating, themed crafts, and a PJ party. Plus, is it even Christmas camping without a visit from Santa Claus and our Light the Park event, where you'll see Christmas lights everywhere you look?! You definitely don't want to miss this theme.
New Year's
It's time for Grand Finale Weekend, which of course is happening at the end of 2024 from December 27-29! By booking this weekend, you'll be able to enjoy 2 New Year parties - 1 at our Texas campground, and the other at your home or yearly tradition! From a Bearathon for our fellow runners and a bottomless ice cream buffet for the foodies, to an extraordinary firework show, this will be a New Year's to remember for years to come.
Nearby Holiday Events
Although we have plenty of holiday activities for kids and adults alike, we encourage guests to explore and support the local community this holiday season.
Join the local Kerrville community in kicking off the holiday season on November 23 for the annual Holiday Lighted Parade. Downtown Kerrville will light up the holiday spirit with a special visit from Santa Claus. For more details visit their website here.
When your visiting our Camp-Resort during the holiday season visiting the Fredericksburg Christmas Market is a must! Shop from dozens of local vendors and artisans making this the ultimate holiday shopping destination!
Did you pack your boogie shoes? Not far from our Camp-Resort the ultimate New Years Eve Disco Party is happening at the Arcadia Live Theater! You can purchase tickets here and ring in the new year dancing the night away!
Holiday Deals to Save $$$
We know this can be an expensive time of year, so we encourage you to take advantage of our deals! Use our Extend the Fun deal for 50% OFF your 3rd night when you add a Thursday or Sunday to your weekend stay! Meanwhile, our 4-Night Bonus deal can be applied Mon-Fri or Sun-Thurs, where you get the 4th night FREE. If you're looking to stay for a longer period of time, check out our 5-Night and 7-Night deals to receive 30% OFF your stay!
Accommodations for Large Families
Have a large family and don't want to book numerous cabins? Don't worry - our Texas camping resort offers a group lodging option!
Our Ranger's Retreat is the epitome of family camping in Texas. This group cabin sleeps up to 15 people and includes 5 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms- talk about lots of space! Equipped with a full kitchen, spacious living room, outdoor deck this will surely feel like your home away from home. Plus, the Ranger's Retreat is conveniently located near all our main attractions.
Holiday camping is something everyone should experience, so why not try it out this year? Who knows, we may become your next holiday tradition! Browse availability and book online here.
