Christmas at Biltmore Daytime Celebration
By day, the elegant rooms of Biltmore House shimmer, beautifully bedecked with Christmas trees, ribbons, garlands, and thousands of twinkling lights.
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Christmas at Biltmore
Treat yourself to the beloved estate tradition known as Christmas at Biltmore, when America’s Largest Home®, Antler Hill Village, and the entire estate are at their most enchanting.
Two magical experiences await you.
NOV 6, 2020 – JAN 9, 2021
Candlelight Christmas Evenings
Flickering candlelight, glowing fireplaces, and live music invite you to imagine yourself a guest at the first Vanderbilt family Christmas in 1895.
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Christmas at Biltmore
Glittering holiday décor adorns each area of the estate from Biltmore House to Antler Hill Village, home to our cozy Village Hotel, four-star Inn, award-winning Winery, shops, and restaurants. With more than 100 decorated trees, 10,000 ornaments, 100,000 twinkling holiday lights, and an array of festive Christmas displays, you’ll want to linger longer to experience all that Christmas at Biltmore has to offer.
The grand Entry Hall of Biltmore House is beautifully bedecked for Christmas.
A stunning Christmas tree with wrapped gifts, ready for Christmas morning, welcome guests into the lobby at The Inn, the estate’s four-star hotel.
Yuletide décor greets guests in the lobby at cozy, comfy Village Hotel, conveniently located in the heart of Antler Hill Village.
The lion statues in front of Biltmore House don their Christmas finery.
Adorned with hundreds of lights and glittering ornaments, the Banquet Hall tree is the tallest tree inside Biltmore House.
The trees, paths, and buildings of Antler Hill Village are gently illuminated for the season.
Stunning holiday décor brightens the Breakfast Room in Biltmore House.
Holiday dining on the estate always includes a wide variety of delicious and beautifully decorated dessert options.
The Winter Garden in Biltmore House is resplendent with seasonal plantings and décor.
The Confectionery, one of the shops in the Stable area adjacent to Biltmore House, brims with a tempting array of holiday treats.
One of the most awe-inspiring walkways—and a lovely photo opportunity—is the illuminated tunnel that leads to the Winery from Antler Hill Village.
Glittering lights cascade from the trees of Antler Hill Village, creating special holiday photo opportunities.
Christmas light displays illuminate the fountain area in Antler Hill Village.
As evening falls, a warm glow surrounds the festive lions at the entrance to Biltmore House.
The warmth and beauty of the fireplaces of America’s Largest Home, like this one in the Banquet Hall, can only be experienced during Candlelight.
Aglow with a twinkling tree, garlands, and a cheerful fire, the Library is at its most magnificent.
The entire estate is adorned with lights, greenery, and Christmas décor, including the shops in Antler Hill Village.
Compare Christmas Daytime and Candlelight Christmas Evenings Tickets
| Ticket Includes | Christmas Daytime | Candlelight Evenings |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime experience of Biltmore House, beautifully adorned for the holidays |  | |
| Evening experience of Biltmore House, awash with warm candlelight, the glow of lit fireplaces, and twinkling holiday lights | | |
| Daytime admission to Antler Hill Village & Winery, gardens, shops, restaurants, and The Biltmore Legacy* | | |
| Glittering evening illumination displays in Antler Hill Village | | |
| Wine tastings at the Winery | | |
*For Candlelight Christmas Evenings, you may use your daytime admission either the same day of your evenings visit OR the day after.
