Tryon International’s 2023 Holiday Gift Guide

Tryon International is here to help you with all of your holiday shopping needs! Find unique gifts and experiences for each of your loved ones and skip the hassle and bustle of crowded shopping centers. From a wide range of tickets to a multitude of shopping options, services and holiday experiences that can’t be beat, Tryon International offers something for everyone on your list this season.

Experience Shadrack’s Christmas Wonderland Drive-Thru Light Show and Winterfest 

Open daily through January 1st, come see Shadrack’s Christmas Wonderland! Cruise through this breathtaking light show, featuring hundreds of thousands of lights dancing to the tune of Christmas classics on your radio. Tickets are by the carload, available online or at the gate. Rain or “shine,” the light show is a classic holiday experience. Bring the whole family! 

Plus, join us for Winterfest Village Fridays-Sundays 5-9pm through December 1st-17th AND December 19th-23rd to immerse yourself in holiday spirit! Kids of all ages (including kids at heart!) can snap a photo, share a laugh, and make memories with famous Christmas characters. From live music to yummy treats, carousel rides to shops and more, Winterfest Village holds magic around every corner, for all ages. Parents do NOT need a wristband to accompany their children!

Learn more about Winterfest powered by Stuller Power Solutions here.

Gifts and Goods at the Unique Boutique and the Vendor Promenade 

Shop for handmade and locally-sourced or designed home decor, lifestyle items, clothing, and gift options from artisans and designers representing the Carolinas region at the Unique Boutique, located in Legends Plaza across from the General Store. 

The Unique Boutique features stunning jewelry from Marthaler Jewelers to, handmade pottery, Schleich toys, hobby horses, fine art, and so much more, the Unique Boutique has something for every loved one on your list! Shop local and handcrafted and support small businesses this holiday season when you shop at the Unique Boutique.

Tryon International hosts a diverse range of shops and services year-round, from boutiques and equestrian vendors to gifts and services. Want to pamper someone special in your life, or treat yourself this season? Start with Julie’s Primp & Polish and Breathe Relax Heal, with gift cards and appointments making great gifts! Indulge in decadent fine chocolates made right here at Bonne Bouche Fine Chocolates, peruse fine art at the Equine Instincts gallery, and find equestrian and boutique shops all along the Promenade! For a full list of vendors and where to find them online, click here. 

Stocking Stuffers in the General Store

The Christmas fun doesn’t stop with the presents lined around the tree! Stuff your stockings with Tryon International goodies. Explore the General Store to find toys, candy, jams and jellies, Tryon International apparel and memorabilia, jewelry, handcrafted pottery, local and homemade goods, and much more. Your stockings will be stuffed full in no time. Stop in seven days a week to top off your holiday shopping, grab a sweet treat, purchase Tryon International gift cards, and more!

Trail Rides with Tryon Western Adventures 

Hit the trails with friends or family, give an unforgettable experience, and enjoy the magic of the foothills scenery from horseback! Tryon Western Adventures presented by SCF Western provides a safe and fun trail ride experience, offered year round. Trail rides are hosted weekly on Tryon International’s 1,600 acre facility, and can be booked by appointment Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays. Utilizing our string of gentle trail horses, all rides are guided, with private guided rides available by request. To give the Tryon Western Adventures experience as a gift this holiday season, click here! 

Tryon International’s Cleghorn Gun Club

The outdoorsmen in your life will absolutely love a gift card to the Cleghorn Gun Club for a premier clay shooting experience. Featuring 15 stations, with four traps per station allowing multiple shooting trajectories for all levels, surprise your favorite marksman with an unforgettable day of shooting. New to the sport? Don’t worry – rentals and lessons are available. Cleghorn offers both daily rates as well as annual memberships, gun rentals, and golf cart rentals. Click here to give the gift of the Cleghorn Gun Club experience! 

Tryon International’s Cleghorn Golf & Sports Club

For all the golfers in your life, gift a round on the beautiful George Cobb-designed golf course, located at Tryon International’s Cleghorn Golf & Sports Club! With a Blue Ridge Mountain backdrop and stunning scenery throughout, the course offers an unforgettable golfing experience. For exciting gifts under the tree and unique stocking stuffers, stop by the Pro Shop for all of your golfing needs and take advantage of their Candy Cane sale through Christmas! Offering memberships, equipment, apparel, memorabilia, and gift cards, there’s something for every golfer. Click here to explore Cleghorn Golf Club!

Fitness Wide Open: Classes, Memberships, & More! 

Did you know that Tryon International has its own on-site fitness center, offering classes, personal training, and gym access to members and guests alike? Located on the first floor of the International Pavilion, Fitness Wide Open hosts Yoga, Kickboxing, Sculpt, SportFit, CrossFit, Peloton and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu classes. Pickleball courts and gym equipment access are also included with memberships and guest passes! PLUS, take -10% off all apparel through the month of December! Learn more about Fitness Wide Open here.

Dinner at Tryon International

Short on time or ideas? Give the gift of a romantic evening with your significant other, a memorable family meal, or a night out with friends. Indulge in a delicious meal with a glass of wine at Legends Grille, or head over to Roger’s Diner for casual favorites featuring a wide variety of diner classics. If you’re looking to treat a group, Campagna Italian Cuisine is the perfect place to bring everyone together to enjoy pasta, pizza, and so much more! For sushi lovers, Blue Ginger Sushi is sure to please. No matter the craving or occasion, dinner at Tryon International belongs on everyone’s Christmas wishlist. Tryon International gift cards, redeemable at all Tryon International restaurants, can be purchased at the General Store for excellent stocking stuffers! Explore all dining options here.

2024 Earl Scruggs Bluegrass Music Festival Tickets

Tickets to the Earl Scruggs Music Festival will be a hit with your bluegrass-loving friends and family! Held at Tryon International August 30-September 1 2024, music fans can enjoy three days of live music, workshops, jam sessions, vendor booths from local craftsmen, and other activities for the whole family to enjoy. Give the experience of sharing joy in music and connecting with the community. 2024’s Earl Scruggs Music Festival is sure to be a special one, so make sure you get your early bird tickets now for the best pricing! Tickets for next year’s event are available now. Click here to learn more! 

A Cozy Cabin Getaway

Tryon International’s onsite lodging is the perfect winter getaway. Offering one, three, and five-bedroom cabins, this cozy escape is sure to suit every occasion. Indulge in delicious meals at our onsite restaurants, shop ‘til you drop at our shops and boutiques, enjoy ice skating in Tryon Stadium, stroll through the nearby quaint towns and historic main streets, explore the sights and sounds of the Blue Ridge Mountains, and so much more.

Click here to book your stay and learn more about winter lodging specials, or call (828) 863-1015.