Get Ready to Chill at This Hill Country Resort

by Johnnie De La Garza

Get Ready to Chill at this Magical ICE! Attraction in Time for the Holidays

Get ready to chill! JW Marriott San Antonio Hill Country Resort & Spa is thrilled to announce that tickets are available for ICE!, the highly anticipated frozen holiday attraction making its return to the resort from November 22, 2025, through January 4, 2026. The only experience of its kind in Central and South Texas, ICE! brings the magic of winter to life, featuring a brand-new theme that celebrates the timeless tale of Frosty the Snowman

Guests will journey through a spectacular wonderland crafted from more than two million pounds of hand-carved ice, sculpted by master artisans who travel over 6,000 miles from Harbin, China, to San Antonio, Texas. This year, the classic story of Frosty takes center stage, with larger-than-life scenes that will have visitors singing “thumpety thump thump” all the way through the attraction.

Perfect for families and holiday-lovers of all ages, ICE! is more than just a festive display – it’s a truly immersive experience that is kept at a frosty 9 degrees Fahrenheit and includes massive ice slides, themed photo ops, intricate walkthrough scenery, larger-than-life character sculptures, and the opportunity to step into a world where Frosty’s magic hat still works its charm.

Don’t miss your chance to experience this must-see holiday tradition!

Tickets are on sale at www.JWHillCountryChristmas.com, and the hotel is offering special military discounts for the holiday attraction, ICE!, tickets and room packages this holiday season. Last year was mainly active and former Military members, and this year has expanded to include first responders! View the offerings here.

Military & First Responder ICE! Ticket Savings

November 22, 2025 – January 4, 2026

First Responders and active/former Military members: Save up to 25% on tickets to ICE! featuring Frosty the Snowman. Select your date & time, then choose the “Military/First Responder” ticket option. Discounts will be automatically applied.

Military Save on ICE! Packages & Room Nights

November 22, 2025 – January 4, 2026

We honor your service and sacrifice! Current and former service members save on overnight ICE! packages with up to 20% off room rates and two tickets to ICE!. Available to book room only or as package.

About Gaylord Hotels’ Original Attraction ICE!

The annual ICE! Christmas events bring to life beloved holiday stories hand-carved by master artisans from Harbin, China at resorts around the United States. Created and designed by Gaylord Hotels, ICE! debuted at Gaylord Opryland Resort in Nashville, Tenn. in 2001. ICE! has been visited by tens of millions of visitors who travel to each resort to see more than 2 million pounds carved into memorable scenes and characters, two-story ice slides, photo-worthy tunnels and archways, and more. ICE! takes place at select resorts, including Gaylord National Resort in National Harbor, Md., Gaylord Opryland Resort in Nashville, Tenn., Gaylord Palms Resort in Kissimmee, Fla., Gaylord Rockies Resort in Aurora, Colo., Gaylord Texan Resort in Grapevine, Texas and at JW Marriott San Antonio Hill Country in San Antonio, Texas. More information can be found at ICE.marriott.com.

About JW Marriott San Antonio Hill Country Resort & Spa

Welcome to a San Antonio resort truly worthy of the Lone Star State. JW Marriott San Antonio Hill Country Resort & Spa has firmly established itself as the city’s premier luxury destination and the most renowned resort in the magnificent Texas Hill Country. Rated 4-Diamonds by AAA and just 12 miles north of San Antonio International Airport, the resort features two 18-hole TPC San Antonio golf courses, Lantana Spa, the 9-acre River Bluff Water Experience, seven distinctive restaurants, 265,000 square feet of state-of-the-art meeting and event space and more than 1,000 custom-designed guest rooms. JW Marriott San Antonio Hill Country Resort & Spa is a proud participant of various environmental, energy conservation and waste reduction initiatives. The San Antonio resort hotel is sure to make any visit an unforgettable experience, and it all comes with JW Marriott’s impeccable service and lavish amenities. Whether you’re seeking a peaceful respite, productive meeting or exciting and fun-filled family vacation, JW Marriott San Antonio Hill Country Resort & Spa is designed not just to exceed expectations but redefine them. For information, call 1-210-276-2500 or visit the resort online, and on Instagram and Facebook.