Foxwoods Elevates ‘A Season Like No Other’ With Star-Studded Holiday Experiences, Festive Celebrations, And Special Performance By Vanessa Williams

Kick off the holiday season with Vanessa Williams at Foxwoods’ Dec. 5 Tree Lighting, Bingo Unleashed hosted by Real Housewives of Rhode Island’s Rosie DiMare, and more time-honored traditions all season long.

Mashantucket, CT (November 10, 2026) – Foxwoods Resort Casino is bringing star power to the holidays with its 2026 “A Season Like No Other” celebration, featuring a performance by singer and actress Vanessa Williams at the annual Christmas Tree Lighting on December 5. Real Housewives of Rhode Island star Rosie DiMare will host a SantaCon celebration at Bingo Unleashed, while returning favorites such as the Foxwoods Ice Rink and Breakfast with Santa offer families more ways to celebrate throughout the season. From celebrity appearances and nightlife to ice skating and visits with Santa, the lineup gives guests reasons to turn a holiday outing into a winter getaway.

“The strength of Foxwoods is our ability to bring people together for experiences they can’t find anywhere else, and the holiday season brings that into focus,” said Jason Guyot, President and CEO of Foxwoods Resort Casino. “As we continue to invest in the resort, our priority is to make every part of a visit work together, from entertainment and dining to the hospitality our team delivers every day. ‘A Season Like No Other’ brings that vision to life, giving longtime guests something new to discover and new visitors a reason to make Foxwoods part of their holiday traditions.”

A Season Like No Other festivities officially kicks off on Saturday, November 28, launching a full calendar of seasonal events alongside immersive holiday decor throughout the property to set the festive tone for the season. Festive highlights include:

Tree Lighting with Vanessa Williams: On Saturday, December 5, Foxwoods rings in the season with its beloved Christmas Tree Lighting with a special live performance by Vanessa Williams. This will air live on NBC Connecticut at 7:30pm.
Foxwoods Ice Rink: The beloved seasonal ice rink returns, offering guests of all ages a festive place to skate and enjoy the holiday spirit on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from December 4 through February 28.
Breakfast with Santa: A holiday favorite for the whole family returns to Cedars Steak & Oysters on November 28 and December 5, 12, and 19. Families can enjoy a themed menu and photos with Santa.
Boozy Brunch (21+): On November 29 and December 6, 13, and 20, Cedars Steak & Oysters hosts this spirited party with seasonal cocktails, holiday-inspired brunch dishes, and a live DJ.
Bingo Unleashed: SantaCon Hosted by RHORI’s Rosie DiMare: Also on December 5, this nightclub-style bingo experience amps up the season with DJs, immersive lighting, stage performers, and festive surprises hosted by Real Housewives of Rhode Island’s Rosie DiMare.
New Year’s Eve: Celebrate on Thursday, December 31, starting at 9 PM, with Hairball, the explosive national touring act paying drop-dead accurate homage to the biggest 80’s arena acts in the world, at the Premier Theater. At 9:30 PM, Bingo Unleashed: New Year’s Edition offers a nightclub-style bingo experience with DJs, immersive lighting, stage performers, festive surprises, and a cold spark celebration at midnight. Guests can ring in 2027 at midnight with a special ball drop celebration at Rainmaker Square.
Festive Resort Experiences: Foxwoods celebrates the holidays all season long with limited-time holiday dining, including specialty menus at Cedars Steaks & Oysters, The Bedford by Martha Stewart, and Gordon Ramsay’s Hell’s Kitchen, festive gaming, entertainment and holiday installations and photo moments across the property.

For additional assets and more information on how to experience a season like no other at Foxwoods, please visit https://foxwoods.com/holiday.

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About Foxwoods Resort Casino

As one of the leading resort destinations in the Northeast, Foxwoods Resort Casino offers a dynamic mix of gaming, hospitality, dining, and entertainment experiences. Owned and operated by the Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation, Foxwoods has undergone a remarkable evolution, consistently redefining what an integrated resort destination can be. Driven by a clear vision for the future, Foxwoods remains committed to creating memorable experiences and continuously expanding the possibilities of the guest experience.

The resort features more than 1,900 hotel rooms across three distinct hotel towers, expansive gaming floors, Tanger Outlets shopping, and over 175,000 square feet of flexible meeting and event space. Through collaborations with industry-leading brands such as The Bedford by Martha Stewart, DraftKings Sportsbook, Gordon Ramsay Hell’s Kitchen, Momosan by Morimoto, and Great Wolf Lodge, Foxwoods consistently delivers dynamic, highly curated experiences.

Through ongoing investment, strategic partnerships, and an expanding range of experiences, Foxwoods continues to evolve as a modern resort destination for gaming, hospitality, entertainment and beyond. To learn more, visit www.foxwoods.com. 

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