A Season of Enchantment Awaits at Four Seasons Resort Rancho Encantado Santa Fe

Discover the wonder of the Land of Enchantment this festive season at Four Seasons Resort Rancho Encantado Santa Fe. Set on 57 acres amid the snow-dusted foothills of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, the Resort invites guests to embrace the spirit of the season through festive celebrations, outdoor adventures, enriching cultural experiences, destination-inspired wellness and memorable dining moments surrounded by the warmth and beauty of northern New Mexico.

"The festive season brings a special energy to Santa Fe, where centuries-old traditions, breathtaking landscapes and a strong sense of community create an unforgettable experience rooted in the Southwest," says General Manager Shannon Schwier. “Whether you choose to hit the slopes at Ski Santa Fe, gather at Terra over a shared holiday celebration or take time for wellness, stillness and connection, the season inspires meaningful holiday memories surrounded by the vibrant spirit and culture of Santa Fe.”

Fun on the Mountain
The Land of Enchantment transforms into a magical winter wonderland with adventure-filled days at Ski Santa Fe, where 86 powdery trails – ranging from novice to expert – wait to be discovered alongside challenging moguls, extensive glade runs and a ski school. The Ski Concierge package makes the experience seamless, with streamlined access to the mountain so guests can make the most of their time on the slopes. After a day of winter fun, unwind with a warming, in-casita fire prepared by the Resort’s Fireplace Butler or roast s’mores by the glow of the Terra firepit, watching the sunset over the surrounding mountains.

Holiday Cheer and Festivities
Evoke good cheer with a series of festive-infused offerings, activities and events, including:

• Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony: To kick off the holiday season, Four Seasons Resort Rancho Encantado is unveiling its festive tree on Friday, December 11, 2026, from 6:00 to 8:00 pm. Guests and the community will enjoy a lighting ceremony, holiday market, and festive treats and beverages, including assorted holiday cookies, apple cider and spiced hot chocolate.
• Cookie and Gingerbread House Decorating, S’mores and More: Get creative while enjoying sweet treats with holiday cookie and gingerbread house decorating kits or cozy up around Terra’s outdoor firepit with nightly complimentary s’mores kits and hot cider service.
• Complimentary Holiday Mixology Classes: Learn to make festive libations with Four Seasons Resort Rancho Encantado Santa Fe’s complimentary mixology classes available at Terra Bar on select evenings throughout the season.

Holiday Spa and Wellness
‘Tis the season to relax, unwind and practice self-care with an escape to The Spa at Four Seasons Resort Rancho Encantado for a personalized wellness journey rooted in rejuvenating the mind, body and spirit.

New for 2026, The Spa is offering the Medicine Wheel Facial, a deeply restorative ritual inspired by the Medicine Wheel and traditional plant-based medicine. The experience begins with a grounding Medicine Wheel meditation, inviting guests to select a sacred scent and set an intention for the treatment. The skin is then awakened through a gentle cleansing and exfoliation ritual, presented by N8iV Beauty, followed by their signature Three Sisters Mask, while a relaxing hand or arm massage allows the body to unwind. A personalized selection of serums and moisturizers follows. The treatment concludes where it began—with the Medicine Wheel—creating a moment of reflection, grounding and connection. The 80-minute facial is offered for USD 395, and was created with N8iV Beauty, a Native American, woman-owned skincare company rooted in the ancestral relationship between plants, land and beauty.

Resort guests also can take part in complimentary yoga and meditation classes intended to ignite gratitude, calmness and holiday cheer within:

• Complimentary Gratitude Yoga: Give thanks this season with an energizing yoga session in the Movement Studio, offered on Friday, November 27, and Saturday, November 28, from 10:30 to 11:30 am.
• Complimentary Yuletide Yoga: Take time for wellness at the Movement Studio with Yuletide Yoga, available Thursday, December 24, from 10:30 to 11:30 am.
• Intentional Yoga & Sound Bath Meditation: Enjoy gentle flow paired with intentional sound bath meditation, available Friday, January 1, from 10:30 to 11:30 am.

Celebratory Seasonal Dining
Join together with family and friends over special meals in Terra and Terra Bar throughout the season:

• Turkey To-Go (Family Style): Impress Thanksgiving guests with a family style meal prepared by the Terra team and Executive Chef Gregory Joseph. Each meal serves between six and eight people. Pick up is available the day prior to Thanksgiving. Each to-go dinner costs USD 275, not inclusive of tax. Please call Terra to order at least one week in advance.
• Thanksgiving Day Prix Fixe Feast: Leave the apron and grocery lists behind and let the talented chefs at Four Seasons handle the big day. Gather friends and family for a decadent prix fixe feast on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 26, 2026, featuring all of the holiday classics infused with Southwest flare and flavors. Seatings are available between 12:00 and 8:00 pm. The cost is USD 135 per person for adults, and USD 65 for children ages 6 to 12, not inclusive of tax and gratuity. Reservations are required.
• Christmas Eve Dining: Join Terra on Wednesday, December 24, for a full a la carte dinner menu, along with a selection of festive specials. Dinner is offered from 5:30 to 9:00 pm, and reservations are recommended.
• Christmas Day: Celebrate with a brunch buffet from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM in Terra, featuring seasonal holiday favorites. Brunch is offered for 140 USD per person for adults, and 65 USD for children ages 6 to 12, not inclusive of tax or gratuity. Terra also will offer a prix fixe menu from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM with a festive menu showcasing holiday classics with a Southwest twist. The prix fixe menu is offered for 145 USD per person for adults, and 70 USD for children ages 6 – 12, not inclusive of tax or gratuity. Reservations are required for both brunch and dinner.
• New Year’s Eve Dinner: Toast the New Year with Terra on Thursday, December 31. Dinner is offered from 5:00 – 9:00 pm, followed by live music in Terra Bar from 9:00 pm to midnight. The cost for the coursed dinner is USD 165 per person for adults, and USD 80 for children ages 6 – 12. The dinner includes a glass of Champagne or non-alcoholic sparkling cider.
• New Year’s Day Brunch: Welcome the New Year on Friday, January 1, 2027, with a seasonal buffet brunch from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm. Brunch is offered for USD 135 per person for adults, and 65 USD for children ages 6 – 12, not inclusive of tax or gratuity.
• Hanukkah Celebration: Celebrate the Festive of Lights from Friday, December 4, to Saturday, December 12, 2026. Terra and Terra Bar will offer traditional holiday menu highlights throughout the celebration of Hanukkah.

Please call Terra for reservations (505) 946-5800 or book online.

Seasonal Adventures and Cultural Experiences
Immerse in the local culture and explore the region’s widely diverse, high desert and mountain terrain with the onsite Adventure Center, offering a variety of customized outdoor adventures and excursions led by local, expert private guides. The new Mother Road Journey: Route 66 Themed Tour celebrates the centennial of the original Route 66. Guests can explore centuries of Santa Fe's transportation history on this immersive three-hour journey along the original pre-1937 Route 66. From Indigenous trade routes and El Camino Real to the Santa Fe Trail and America's legendary Mother Road, guests will discover how Santa Fe became a crossroads of travel, culture and commerce long before the automobile era.  

Outdoor enthusiasts can stay active over the holidays with complimentary morning hikes along the resort’s Camino Encantado Trail, snowshoeing treks, e-bike mountain tours or combine adventure with culture and uncover New Mexico’s rich history with a variety of unique excursions. All guests will enjoy the complimentary daily hike, leaving from the Adventure Center each morning at 8:30 am. 

Book a Stay
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