Your Guide to the Holiday Season in New London

Zoë Norbom
24 minutes ago
2 min read

December in New London has a way of slowing you down in the best possible way. Snow-dusted Main Street, a warm glow coming from every window, and the familiar feeling that the year’s best moments are right around the corner. Whether you are joining us for a cozy weekend escape or celebrating with family close to home, the New London Inn, Inn At Pleasant Lake, and our restaurants have a full season of experiences waiting for you.

December highlights you won't want to miss:

Miracle on Main St. at The Elms

Beginning December 2nd

Once again, The Elms will transform into Miracle on Main St., a festive holiday pop-up brimming with twinkling lights, over-the-top décor, and cocktails that taste like pure cheer! It is the most spirited spot in town, perfect for meeting friends, grabbing a seasonal drink, or soaking in the magic of the holidays. The celebration runs through New Year’s Eve, so there is plenty of time to join us.

A fully decorated holiday pop-up bar at The Elms with colorful Christmas lights, garlands, ornaments, and Santa hat chair covers. Tables and bar seating fill the room under a ceiling covered in festive décor. — Where holiday lights, spirited cocktails, and pure joy meet. Welcome to Miracle on Main. 🎅🍸

Italy Wine Dinner at The Oak Room

Wednesday, December 17th

Take a midweek escape to Italy without leaving New London. Our December Wine Dinner invites you to explore Italian wine regions while savoring Chef Francisco’s creative take on Italian American classics. Expect thoughtful pairings, rich flavors, and that nostalgic old world charm that The Oak Room does so well. It is the perfect way to toast the season.

A server pours red wine from a bottle into a wine glass on a candlelit table set with white linens, silver cutlery, and neatly arranged glassware. — An evening made for lingering. A good pour, warm light, and the promise of a beautiful meal.

Christmas Eve at The Oak Room

Tuesday, December 24th

Spend Christmas Eve the way it was meant to be spent: gathered around a beautiful meal. Chef Francisco Lopez will be serving a lineup of holiday specials crafted for the occasion, warm, elegant, and timeless. Whether it is your annual tradition or a new one in the making, The Oak Room is ready to welcome you.

A small round table in front of a lit fireplace holding a cup of espresso and a dish of crème brûlée topped with berries, with a small cookie on the plate. — A sweet moment by the fire. Espresso, crème brûlée, and the kind of comfort winter calls for.

New Year’s Eve at The Elms

Tuesday, December 31st

If you are looking for a lively start to 2026, The Elms has you covered. Enjoy a celebratory prix fixe menu featuring favorite dishes, seasonal creations, and optional wine pairings. If you prefer something a little more spontaneous, a la carte offerings will be available at the bar along with a one-night-only cocktail experience crafted just for the occasion. However you choose to celebrate, the energy here is unmistakably Elms.

Two glasses of champagne on a wooden chessboard as a person reaches for one glass, creating a warm and cozy scene. — A quiet game, a good pour, and the perfect winter evening.

New Year’s Eve at The Oak Room

Tuesday, December 31st

For a refined and cozy sendoff to the year, join us at The Oak Room. This special prix fixe dinner blends chophouse classics with elevated seasonal flavors. It is crafted for gathering, savoring, and welcoming a new year in timeless style.

Make December Count

However you choose to celebrate, whether it is festive cocktails, elegant dinners, or simply a quiet stay tucked into one of our rooms, December in New London is ready to make your season memorable. We cannot wait to share the holidays with you!🥂