Make It a Holiday Getaway

GALVESTON, Texas (Oct. 2, 2026) - Turn a holiday outing into a full getaway with a stay at Moody Gardens Hotel. During Holiday in the Gardens Festival, running Nov. 21 through Jan. 2, guests can stay steps away from holiday lights, ICE LAND, ice skating and seasonal entertainment while enjoying special hotel packages designed for couples and families.

This year’s holiday season features ICE LAND: Caribbean Christmas, a mile-long Holiday Lights Trail, ice skating, the Arctic Slide, holiday films and the new live show A Very Electric Christmas from Lightwire Theater. With holiday hotel packages combining accommodations and attractions, guests can make the most of their visit without having to travel far between experiences.

Holiday Packages for Couples and Families

The Holiday Value Package includes a one-night stay for two guests or a family of four, along with two or four Value Day passes that provide access to Moody Gardens’ regular and holiday attractions. Covered self-parking is also included.

Family packages also include a Holiday Kids Experience, featuring a guided tour of the Aquarium Pyramid before opening on select dates and a surprise gift pack for each night of the stay.

The Lights & Ice Package offers another way to experience the season with a one-night stay, tickets to ICE LAND and the Holiday Lights Trail, plus ice skating with skates included and covered self-parking. Family packages also include the Holiday Kids Experience.

Add a New Holiday Show

For guests looking to add live entertainment to their stay, A Very Electric Christmas brings a new holiday experience to Moody Gardens Dec. 19 through Jan. 2. Presented by Lightwire Theater, the show combines electroluminescent puppetry, music and storytelling in a glow-in-the-dark holiday adventure. Every show ticket also includes admission to the Holiday Lights Trail.

Ring in 2027 at Moody Gardens

The holiday season continues through New Year’s with New Year’s Palooza, a family-friendly celebration offered with one- and two-night hotel packages. Guests can enjoy a Family Fun Zone with bounce houses, arcade games, air hockey and foosball, along with an Adult Lounge and access to holiday attractions. The package also includes tickets to A Very Electric Christmas.

For adults 21 and older, the New Year’s Eve Celebration offers an evening of live entertainment, hors d’oeuvres, complimentary drinks and a midnight balloon drop. Hotel packages include accommodations and admission to the celebration, making it easy to enjoy the festivities and stay steps away from the celebration.

Guests looking for an elegant New Year’s Eve can also celebrate with dinner at Shearn’s Seafood & Prime Steaks, featuring a special menu and views of Galveston Bay and the evening’s fireworks.

For holiday hotel packages, show information and reservations, visit moodygardens.com or call 409-744-4673.