--- title: "Why Casa de Campo is The Best Place To Spend The Holiday Season" url: https://www.casadecampo.com.do/blog/2020/11/20/why-casa-de-campo-is-the-best-place-to-spend-the-holiday-season/ date: 2020-11-20 modified: 2026-09-02 lang: en author: "Casa de Campo" description: "Our holiday program offers an array of activities and fun experiences for guests and residents, knowing their family and children are safe, inspired and having unforgettable moments while enjoying the magic of the holiday spirit in Casa de Campo® Resort & Villas." categories: - "Blog" image: https://www.casadecampo.com.do/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/Foto-Xmas_-Horizontal.jpg word_count: 795 --- # Why Casa de Campo is The Best Place To Spend The Holiday Season ## Key Takeaways - Casa de Campo is presented as the best place to spend the holiday season. - Casa de Campo is identified as a luxury 7000 acre resort and residential community on the southeastern coast of the Dominican Republic. - Casa de Campo is known for world class golf, a full service marina, Altos de Chavón, and a private Caribbean lifestyle setting. ![](https://www.casadecampo.com.do/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/Christmas-Tree-Lighting-2018-3.jpg) Starting December 4th, Casa de Campo is packed with Christmas-related activities suited for all ages. To make the most of your time here in paradise, we suggest you take a moment to review this year’s Holiday Program – filled with fun seasonal activities and entertainment. We believe you’ll find that partaking in these special events is an important part of what makes Casa de Campo a world-class resort experience, and we’re certain it will help you create lasting memories. Our holiday program offers an array of activities and fun experiences for guests and residents, knowing their family and children are safe, inspired and having unforgettable moments while enjoying the magic of the holiday spirit in Casa de Campo® Resort & Villas. Each one of our activities will be held in line with health protocols from our Casa Cares program, keeping with the social distancing when attending our limited events, the use of hand sanitizer in all areas, and masks. Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony - December 4, 2020 #### The beginning The most wonderful time of the year will kick off with our traditional Christmas tree lighting in Altos de Chavon on Friday, December 4th.  It will be live streaming with a Christmas concert by the Chamber orchestra lead by Juan Pablo Polanco and the Batuta Group for everyone to see at the monumental amphitheater. After the event, the tree will be displayed on the Chavon Plaza along with all the lights and décor for the entire season, live music, and more. #### Catholic Masses Catholic Masses will be celebrated in three different locations to comply with the physical distancing protocols, on some specific dates. Please take a moment to review the schedule below. - Saturday, December 5: garden in front of Genesis, 5 pm - Sunday, December 6: St. Stanislaus Church, 5 pm - Saturday, December 12: garden in front of Genesis, 5 pm - Sunday, December 13: St. Stanislaus Church, 5 pm - Saturday, December 19: garden in front of Genesis, 5 pm - Sunday, December 20: St. Stanislaus Church, 5 pm - Thursday, December 24: Amphitheater, 8:30 pm - Friday, December 25: Amphitheater, 5 pm - Saturday, December 26: Chavon Plaza / St. Stanislaus Church, 5 pm - Sunday, December 27: Chavon Plaza / St. Stanislaus Church, 5 pm - Friday, January 1: Amphitheater, 5 pm - Wednesday, January 6: Chavon Plaza / St. Stanislaus Church, 5 pm #### Events for everyone The following events will be part of the program in the month of December: Mariachi nights, friendly sports competitions, Drive-in movie nights, Golf Cart Christmas decorating contest, Rum and cigar pairing event, Bossa nova sunset nights at Minitas beach, Flamenco show at la Marina, Masses at the Altos de Chavon Church, and the end of the year fireworks show. Christmas Eve dinner specials will be offered at each of the resort’s eight restaurants, the Chilango Taqueria, La Cana Rest in the hotel main area, La Casita Rest in la Marina, and Minitas Beach Club, which serves Mediterranean cuisine overlooking the Caribbean Sea. Everyone—young or old, naughty, or nice—deserves a trip to Casa de Campo this December, the perfect Caribbean destination to say “¡Feliz Navidad!” and celebrate the New Year with family, friends, or significant others. With its dazzling decorations and endless treats and activities, Casa de Campo promises a holiday celebration unlike any other. ![](https://www.casadecampo.com.do/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/Gift-cards_Casa-de-Campo-e1575908575990.jpg) #### Give the gift of Casa this season Purchase a Casa de Campo gift card for that special person and help them make their stay even more unforgettable. Our customized certificates are the perfect gift to enjoy all that Casa de Campo has to offer. All our stores have gifts and special merchandise, to take home as a souvenir of your vacation, flatter your loved one or start a new Christmas tradition with our charming ornaments. Visit La Tienda in Altos de Chavón and choose handcrafted pieces, manufactured in the silkscreen, weaving, and ceramic workshops. If you couldn't join us this Christmas and you want to please that golfer on your list, take advantage of free shipping and 25% discounts on all original merchandise from our online Pro-Shop. Give away items, accessories, and attire from the Casa de Campo and Teeth of the Dog® brands. ***Buy One. Get One.*** For a limited time only, get a bonus $20 gift card for every $100 in gift cards purchased. Purchase one [here](https://wwws-usa2.givex.com/cws4.0/casadecampo/). Additionally, our 2020 annual collectible Christmas ornament features another artistic rendering of the church and Chavon River in Altos de Chavon. Take it home with you so you can remember your Caribbean getaway for many years to come. Buy it for only $14.99. ## Frequently Asked Questions **Q: What holiday activities does Casa de Campo have in December?** A: Casa de Campo packs December with Christmas-related activities for all ages, so the holiday season is built around more than just decorations. The program includes Mariachi nights, friendly sports competitions, Drive-in movie nights, a Golf Cart Christmas decorating contest, a Rum and cigar pairing event, Bossa nova sunset nights at Minitas beach, a Flamenco show at la Marina, Masses at the Altos de Chavon Church, and an end-of-year fireworks show. That mix makes it easy to plan around both family time and evening entertainment. **Q: Is Casa de Campo a good place for families during the holidays?** A: Casa de Campo is set up as a family-friendly holiday destination because the program is designed for guests and residents of all ages. The page says the activities are meant to keep children safe, inspired, and having unforgettable moments while enjoying the holiday spirit. That matters if you want a trip where the schedule already includes seasonal events instead of forcing you to build everything yourself. The resort also frames the season around lasting memories, not just one-off parties. **Q: How does Casa de Campo handle holiday events safely?** A: Casa de Campo runs its holiday activities in line with health protocols from its Casa Cares program. The page specifically mentions social distancing at limited events, hand sanitizer in all areas, and masks. That combination matters because it shows the resort is planning gatherings with physical spacing in mind rather than treating every event like a normal crowd. If you are deciding whether to attend mass, concerts, or other seasonal events, those protocols are part of how the program is organized. **Q: What are the Christmas Eve dinner options at Casa de Campo?** A: Christmas Eve dinner specials are offered across several dining spots at Casa de Campo, including each of the resort’s eight restaurants, Chilango Taqueria, La Cana Rest in the hotel main area, La Casita Rest in la Marina, and Minitas Beach Club. Minitas Beach Club is described as serving Mediterranean cuisine overlooking the Caribbean Sea. That gives guests multiple ways to celebrate without leaving the property, which is useful if you want dinner built into your holiday plans instead of arranging something off-site. **Q: What is a smart way to plan a holiday visit to Casa de Campo?** A: The best approach is to build your trip around the dated events that matter most to you. The season starts with the Christmas tree lighting on December 4 in Altos de Chavon, and Catholic Masses are scheduled on specific dates through January 6 at places like Genesis garden, St. Stanislaus Church, the Amphitheater, and Chavon Plaza. That schedule helps you avoid missing key moments like live music, live streaming at the amphitheater, or the fireworks show at year-end.