Holidays

Celebrate Every Season

Each day brings a reason to come together and celebrate. Families and friends gather on holidays throughout the year to create memories, share delicious meals, tell stories, and fill the air with laughter.

From romantic getaways for Valentine's Day, to Easter in the Spring to Festive season with Jingle at JW, we have activities designed for all ages to enjoy..

Lets celebrate the holidays together!

AquaNights Summer

Slide into summer fun at JW Marriott Desert Ridge Resort & Spa — where the slides and lazy river stay open late! Families will love the late nights and fun activities.. Take a sneak peek into Friday activities: Aquanights is available Friday and Saturday through September 5.

Bubble Bash
Dance Party
Live Music

Labor Day Weekend

Celebrate Labor Day and the end of summer with a much-deserved getaway!

Friday: Waterbaloon Toss, Bubble Bash, & Dance Party
Saturday: Tutu's Shaved Ice, Tie Dye, & Name that Tune
Sunday: Tutu's Shaved Ice and Poolside Trivia

Every night: AquaNights with late hours at the lazy river and water slides

Spooktacular

Join us October 30 for an evening of trick-or-treating around AquaRidge Waterpark, crafts, face painting, & more.

Thanksgiving Grand Mercado

Gather with family and friends for a day of relaxation, a harvest of delicious culinary creations, and a little adventure.

Enjoy traditional harvest favorites, and a bountiful tour of unique dishes from Celebrity Chef Angelo Sosa's restaurants Tía Carmen and Kembara.

Jingle at JW 2026

A frozen world is coming to the desert this Christmas!

This year Jingle at JW Desert Ridge will feature ice!, an immersive Christmas experience, walking through two million pounds of carved ice, Jingle Junction with snow tubing and snowball toss, ice skating among twinkling lights, plus more.

To learn more and purchase tickets, click below.