Winter Glow
Igloo DiningCRAFTSMAN KITCHEN & TERRACE AT CHERRY VALLEY HOTEL
Private heated igloo dining in the glow of our winter light display.
November 27 – March 28 • $75 per person • Parties of 2–6
Reservations now open
THE EXPERIENCE
A Glowing Garden Dining Experience
Step inside a private heated igloo and experience Winter Glow, the annual holiday light display that transforms the gardens at Cherry Valley Hotel into a glowing winter wonderland. Each igloo offers plush seating, cozy blankets, and views of illuminated ponds and waterfalls — creating an intimate setting for a memorable winter dinner.
DATES
Nov 27 – Mar 28
DURATION
90 minutes
PARTY SIZE
Private igloos for 2–6
PRICE
$75 per person
DEPOSIT
$25 per igloo
WINTER ’27 IGLOO MENU
A Seasonal Winter Dinner
The Winter ’27 Igloo Menu features shared starters, soup and salad, entrée selections, desserts, and an optional curated drink pairing.
- Duck à l’Orange Crostini
- Black Garlic Caesar
- Salmon Wellington
- Short Rib Ragout
- Peppermint Crème Brûlée
Please alert your server to any allergies or dietary restrictions.
DRINK PAIRINGS
Raise a Glass to Winter Glow
Pair your dinner with a curated selection of seasonal cocktails, classic wines, and after-dinner pours. Optional pairing available for $30 per person.
- Welcome cocktail & amuse bouche
- Sancerre or Verdecchio white wine
- Barolo, Brunello, or Gran Reserva red
- Ohio ice wine
WHAT’S INCLUDED
Everything for a Cozy Evening
PRIVATE HEATED IGLOO
SEASONAL DINNER
A chef-curated Winter Igloo Menu.
WELCOME MOMENT
Welcome cocktail and amuse bouche with the optional drink pairing.
OPTIONAL DRINK PAIRING
Available for an additional $30 per person.
Igloo Dining Near Columbus, Ohio
Winter Glow FAQs
What is Winter Glow igloo dining?
Winter Glow igloo dining is a private, heated igloo in the gardens at Cherry Valley Hotel, set among the Winter Glow holiday lights, where Craftsman Kitchen & Terrace serves a chef-curated winter dinner. Each igloo has plush seating, cozy blankets and views of the illuminated ponds and waterfalls.
When is Winter Glow igloo dining available?
November 27, 2026 through March 28, 2027, Wednesday through Saturday evenings. Each igloo dinner lasts 90 minutes.
How much does igloo dining cost?
$75 per person, with an optional drink pairing for $30 per person. A $25 nonrefundable deposit per igloo is required at booking and applied to your final check.
How many guests fit in an igloo, and how do I reserve?
Each private igloo seats parties of 2 to 6. Reserve online through OpenTable. For parties of more than 6, call Craftsman Kitchen & Terrace at 740-788-1200.
Where is it, and how far is it from Columbus?
In the gardens at Cherry Valley Hotel in Newark, Ohio, about 20 minutes east of Columbus in Licking County, and an easy drive from Granville, Heath and Pataskala.
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Your Winter Glow Table Awaits
Igloo seating is limited and available Wednesday through Saturday evenings.
$75 per person • 90 minutes • Parties of 2–6
A $25 nonrefundable deposit per igloo is required at booking and applied to the final check.
Parties of more than 6: call Craftsman Kitchen & Terrace at 740-788-1200 for assistance.