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Stonewall Resort announces post-Christmas events and New Year’s Eve celebrations

Offering three different New Year’s Eve parties to choose from, as well as a Murder Mystery Dinner Theatre on December 28, the Monkey Soup Comedy Show on December 29, and an interactive Games & Giggles event on December 30, guests have multiple options for ringing in the New Year in an enjoyable and memorable fashion.

“With the year coming to an end and the holiday season in full swing, we all look forward to spending time with friends and family,” said Andre’ D’Amour, general manager at Stonewall Resort. “Our lineup of special events and celebrations December 28 – January 1 offer a perfect opportunity to enjoy time together, whether for just one night or the whole weekend.”

On Saturday, December 28, the resort will host Goering’s Diamonds, a hilarious murder mystery performance and three-course dinner event where guests are charged with figuring out ‘who dun it’.

On Sunday, December 29, guests will enjoy the Monkey Soup Comedy Show, featuring live improvisational comedy sketches and stand-up routines sure to have everyone in stitches.

On Monday, December 30, the resort will host Games & Giggles, an evening of “Minute To Win It” style games that are crowd engaging and interactive.

On New Year’s Eve, Tuesday, December 31, guests have three celebrations to choose from. They include:

  • The Lightburn’s Package: featuring a special buffet-style dinner dine around, to include wine service, a dance party with DJ Alex O’Neil, midnight champagne toast, and day-after Bloody Mary and Mimosa Bar with brunch buffet. The package includes overnight lodging.
  • The Ballroom Package: offering a delicious four-course plated dinner in the Ballroom, two complimentary drinks per person, entertainment by Flight 6-6, and midnight champagne toast. This package is available as an overnight package that includes breakfast on New Year’s Day with a Bloody Mary and Mimosa Bar or as a day guest for just the New Year’s Eve celebration and dinner.
  • The Stillwaters Package: provides a wonderful buffet dinner in Stillwaters Restaurant, glass of wine, champagne toast (delivered to your room), options for relaxing around the property, overnight lodging, and breakfast (and Bloody Mary and Mimosa Bar) on New Year’s Day. John Henry, accompanied by Staci Swiger, will perform in TJ Muskies from 9-11pm.

Reservations are required for all events and space is limited. To make your reservation, contact the resort at (304) 269-7400.

To learn more about any of the individual events and activities, or for reservations, contact Stonewall Resort at (304) 269-7400 or visit the website at www.StonewallResort.com.

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