Congress Hall was honored as one of America's 10 Best Holiday Hotels by USA TODAY Reader's Choice. Now in its thirteenth year, Congress Hall's Winter Wonderland draws thousands of holiday visitors annually.
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Enchanted Vendor Village
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Complete with candy cane-striped tents, Congress Hall's iconic Vendor Village returns just in time for the holiday shopping season!
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HOLIDAY Dining Events
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Breakfast with Santa
Congress Hall Ballroom
November 25 through December 24, 2023
Every Saturday & Sunday from 8:00am - 3:00pm
Breakfast with Santa returns to Congress Hall! We are excited to host this holiday family favorite in the Grand Ballroom. Our team has prepared a delicious buffet menu. Dress up in your holiday best for photos with Saint Nick by the poinsettia tree.
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The Annual Congress Hall
Tree Lighting Ceremony
Head to Congress Hall's Grand Lawn as we usher in the spirit of the holidays with our Tree Lighting Ceremony. Enjoy live music from our Festival Choir as we wait in anticipation. Then, we'll count down together and throw the switch, illuminating our gorgeous 30-foot Norway Spruce.
Friday, December 1st
Tree Lighting Program
- 6:00 PM: Live Music on the Congress Hall Lawn
- We'll kick off the evening with live music, featuring the talents of the Don Evans Trio.
- 7:30 PM: Concert and Sing-Along with the Congress Hall Festival Choir
- Who doesn't love a holiday sing-along? The Congress Hall Festival choir will take the stage to lead the crowd in festive song.
- 8:00 PM: Tree Lighting Ceremony Begins
- After our sing-along, we'll count down together and throw the switch!
For safety and space, we ask that parents not bring strollers into the Lawn area directly in front of the Tree Lighting stage.
Train & Carousel Rides
The Congress Hall Express
The Congress Hall Express returns for rides around our grand hotel's lawn and veranda.
Train Rides Available November 24 - December 23
Thursday - Friday: 4:00pm - 9:00pm
Saturday: 11:00am - 9:00pm
Sunday: 11:00am - 8:00pm
$5 per Ride*
Special Events hours subject to change.
*Cape Resorts Hotel Guests will receive one Ticket at check-in per child under 12 years of age that can be used for the Congress Hall Carousel or Train.
The Congress Hall Carousel
We are so excited to bring back Congress Hall's Carousel for Winter Wonderland!
Carousel Rides Available November 24 - December 23
Thursday - Friday: 4:00pm - 9:00pm
Saturday: 9:00am - 9:00pm
Sunday: 9:00am - 8:00pm
$5 per Ride*
Special Events hours subject to change.
*Cape Resorts Hotel Guests will receive one Ticket at check-in per child under 12 years of age that can be used for the Congress Hall Carousel or Train.
Congress Hall
Enchanted
Vendor Village
Complete with candy cane-striped tents, Congress Hall's iconic Vendor Village returns just in time for the holiday shopping season! This year's vendor village features seventeen specialty stores, each featuring Cape May gifts, souvenirs and curiosities perfect for everyone on your list.
Returning November 24th, 2023!
Thursday & Friday: 4:00pm - 9:00pm
Saturday: 11:00am - 9:00pm
Sunday: 11:00am - 8:00pm
Local Holiday Shopping
West End Garage
Cape May's premier shopping destination featuring 50 stores and 62 vendors in a charming renovated garage.
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Tommy’s Folly
A trip to Cape May isn't complete without a visit to Tommy's Folly. There's something for everyone here, from resort-wear finds to Cape May souvenirs.
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beach plum farm
Farm to home. Shop fresh produce, local artisans crafts, farm-inspired merchandise perfect for holiday gifting.
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