Foxwoods Announces Star-Studded Holiday Season Featuring Martha Stewart & Jessica Simpson

Press release

FOXWOODS RESORT CASINO UNVEILS ITS ANNUAL “A SEASON LIKE NO OTHER,”
HEADLINED BY CHRISTMAS BY MARTHA STEWART

Martha Stewart’s immersive holiday design transforms the Grand Pequot Hotel lobby; Jessica Simpson to host and perform at Foxwoods’ Dec. 6 Tree Lighting – plus a full slate of holiday programming

Mashantucket – Foxwoods Resort Casino unveils its 2025 “A Season Like No Other” lineup — its annual slate of holiday festivities — headlined by the debut of Christmas by Martha Stewart. The immersive holiday décor experience, curated by Martha Stewart, transforms the Grand Pequot Tower lobby and sets a festive tone across the property. Complementing the debut, the season-long lineup also features marquee moments, including Jessica Simpson hosting and performing at Foxwoods’ annual Christmas Tree Lighting on December 6. With these exclusive experiences and more, Foxwoods cements its status as the region’s must-visit holiday destination.
“Foxwoods offers a remarkable canvas for Christmas by Martha Stewart. My vision was to transform the Grand Pequot Lobby into an immersive experience you can only find at Foxwoods, designed for lingering, exploring, and discovering subtle, beautiful details at every turn,” said Martha Stewart. “This is the first chapter of the story we’re telling here, one that continues with the opening of The Bedford by Martha Stewart next spring.”
Beginning on November 14, guests will step into a lobby reimagined by Martha Stewart’s holiday aesthetic. The design is a preview of what’s to come with the spring 2026 opening of The Bedford by Martha Stewart at Foxwoods. Season Like No Other festivities officially kick off on Saturday, November 29, launching a full calendar of seasonal events.
A Season Like No Other highlights include:

• Tree Lighting with Jessica Simpson: On Saturday, December 6, Foxwoods rings in the season with its beloved Christmas Tree Lighting, hosted by Jessica Simpson, who will also take the stage for a special live performance. This will air live on NBC Connecticut at 7:00pm.

• 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 November 28 through March 1.

• Breakfast with Santa: A holiday favorite for the whole family returns to Cedars Steak & Oysters on November 29 and December 6, 13, and 20. Families can enjoy a themed menu and photos with Santa.

• Boozy Brunch Hosted by The Grinch (21+): On November 30 and December 7, 14, and 21, Cedars Steak & Oysters hosts this spirited party with seasonal cocktails, holiday-inspired brunch dishes, a live DJ, and The Grinch’s playful antics. The December 7 brunch will be a special “Drag Me To Brunch” event featuring four entertaining drag queens.

• Bingo Unleashed: Santa Con: Also on December 6, this nightclub-style bingo experience amps up the season with DJs, immersive lighting, stage performers, and festive surprises.

• Drag Me To Karaoke: On December 12 at Centrale Fox Tower from 6 PM to 10 PM, join Loosey LaDuca from Drag Race Season 15 as she emcees and performs festive holiday songs. Guests are invited to take the stage and sing both holiday and non-holiday favorites.

• Holiday Dining: Seasonal menus appear across the property. Cedars Steak & Oysters is decorated with tens of thousands of ornaments, while Gordon Ramsay HELL’S KITCHEN, led by Executive Chef Kyle Timpson, debuts limited-time specials.

• New Year’s Eve: Celebrate on Wednesday, December 31, starting at 9 PM, with two unforgettable parties’ “Back to the Prom” with The Dan Band, the cult-favorite group known for their outrageous covers and hilarious live shows (10 PM–1 AM, featuring throwback jams, a DJ, midnight balloon drop, champagne toast, and 80s prom attire) and Bingo Unleashed: New Year’s Edition, offering lively entertainment, an epic dance floor exciting prizes, and an extra game of bingo to ring in 2026 at midnight.

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