November 27, 2024
Mission Resort + Club Unveils 2024 Holiday Celebrations with Festive Dining and Exclusive Events
By Cindy Peterson
Mission Resort + Club Unveils 2024 Holiday Celebrations with Festive Dining and Exclusive Events
Howey-in-the-Hills, FL (November 26, 2024)– Mission Resort + Club, a MMI Hotel Group property, is thrilled to announce a variety of holiday experiences for guests to enjoy this festive season, from indulgent holiday teas to memorable New Year’s Eve celebrations. With spirited dining, family-friendly events, and live entertainment, there’s something for everyone to enjoy at Mission Resort + Club this December.
HOLIDAY EVENTS
Christmas Tea with Santa & Mrs. Claus
Saturday, December 21 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.)
Bring the whole family to Mission Resort + Club for a delightful holiday tradition. Enjoy festive sips and bites, including a customizable Hot Cocoa Bar. Children of all ages will delight in this joyous, seasonal experience featuring plenty of merry treats, bright activities, and a more intimate photo opportunity with Jolly Ole’ St. Nick. This festive event offers a delightful mix of creative activities, savory bites, and sweet treats for all ages, featuring stations for reindeer food, gingerbread house building, and holiday-themed games like ornament painting and a reindeer ring toss. Guests can savor mini quiches in assorted flavors, brie and apple finger sandwiches, kid-friendly Nutella & banana minis, freshly baked scones with clotted cream, gingerbread men cookies, and holiday-themed macarons in flavors like eggnog and peppermint, alongside seasonal beverages such as gingerbread martinis and a hot cocoa bar with decadent toppings. This ticketed event is hosted in La Hacienda. Pricing is $32 per adult and $22 per child (ages 5-12) plus a 21% service charge and sales tax. Children 4 & under attend free. To make a reservation, click here.
Christmas Day Grand Brunch Buffet
December 25 (11:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.)
Jingle all the way to La Hacienda on Christmas Day for a festive brunch experience. Enjoy endless house champagne, mimosas, and live entertainment while feasting on a spectacular spread, including both savory and sweet traditional holiday dishes, chef-led stations with roasted proteins and an array of fresh options. Pricing is $70 per adult and $25 per child (ages 5–12) plus a 21% service charge and sales tax. Children 4 & under dine free. Reservations can be made via OpenTable.
Christmas Day Dinner at La Margarita
December 25 (5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.)
Celebrate Christmas Day in style with an unforgettable dining experience at La Margarita! In addition to the full menu, the restaurant will offer a selection of exquisite holiday specials designed to delight every palate. Indulge in Herb-Crusted Filet Mignon with a luxurious Truffle Demi-Glace, or savor the elegance of Pan-Seared Chilean Sea Bass paired with a fragrant Saffron Beurre Blanc. Try the Pistachio-Crusted Lamb Chops with a seasonal Pomegranate Reduction or the Coconut-Crusted Grouper with a bright Mango Chili Salsa for a festive twist. Each dish is crafted to perfection, featuring bold flavors and seasonal flair. Reservations are essential—secure your table today via OpenTable to ensure your spot at this holiday feast!
New Year’s Eve Dinner & Dancing Gala
December 31 (Reception: 7:30–8:30 p.m., Dinner & Dancing: 8:30 p.m.–12:30 a.m.)
Ring in the New Year with Old Florida style at Mission Resort + Club’s exclusive New Year’s Eve celebration. Enjoy a five-course meal with elegant passed hors d’oeuvres, including Lamp Lollipops and Oysters Rockefeller, followed by a rich Lobster Bisque soup and Roasted Pear and Gorgonzola salad—delight in a refreshing sorbet intermezzo before the surf-and-turf main entrée. End the meal with a beautiful trio of desserts to sweeten the celebration. The evening features live entertainment by Smokin’ Mirrors to keep the celebration going until 12:30 a.m. The event culminates in a Midnight Champagne toast and balloon drop to welcome 2025. Pricing is $199 per guest plus a 21% service charge and sales tax. Cocktail attire is required, black tie optional. Reservations can be made by calling 800-874-9053.
For more information on these events or to book a stay, please visit missionresortandclub.com.
Originally from the small town of Berryville, Arkansas, Cindy has become a multimedia specialist in journalism, photography, videography, and video editing. She has a B.S. in Communications from the University of Central Arkansas and produces Style Magazine's Sports Hub Podcast and the Healthy Living Podcast. She also produces for Beacon College’s Telly Award-winning PBS show, “A World of Difference.” When she isn’t working, Cindy loves traveling the National Parks with her husband , Ryan, and son, David, photographing wildlife.