March the Month of Music

March: The Month of Music at The Shawnee Inn & Golf Resort

The Shawnee Inn & Golf Resort is keeping the energy high with a month-long celebration of live music every night. March is traditionally a quiet time in the Poconos, but we’re changing that by giving visitors a reason to travel. From intimate cabarets to lively brewery performances, there’s no better place to experience The Month of Music than at The Shawnee Inn!

A Music Lover’s Getaway

Music has been at the heart of The Shawnee Inn since the days of Fred Waring. This March, we continue that tradition with an exciting lineup of live performances every night. Whether you’re looking for a cozy evening by the piano or a high-energy brewery experience, there’s something for everyone.

Nightly Live Music Schedule

  • Monday & Wednesday: Live music at The Gem & Keystone Tavern (5 PM – 8 PM)
  • Tuesday: Shawnee Community Concert Series featuring cabaret music at The Shawnee Playhouse (7 PM)
  • Thursday: Open Mic Night at ShawneeCraft Taproom (6 PM – 8 PM)
  • Friday: Live piano music in the Main Inn Lobby (5 PM – 8 PM) & live music in the ShawneeCraft Taproom (7 PM – 10 PM)
  • Saturday: Live music in the ShawneeCraft Taproom (2 PM – 5 PM & 7 PM – 10 PM)
  • Sunday: Cabaret Brunch in the River Room Restaurant (11 AM – 2 PM) & live music in the ShawneeCraft Taproom (2 PM – 5 PM)

Special Events You Won’t Want to Miss

  • ShawneeCraft Brewery’s Sweet 16 Anniversary (March 21 – 23): A three-day celebration featuring 16 bands, craft beer, and a VIP experience with unlimited food and drinks.
  • March Murder Mystery Weekend (March 28 – 30): A thrilling Irish-themed experience with a murder mystery dinner, whiskey tasting, live folk music, and an a cappella brunch.
  • Sunday Cabaret Brunch: Enjoy a la carte dining with live cabaret performances in the River Room, overlooking the Shawnee Golf Course.

Plan Your Stay at The Shawnee Inn

With so much happening, there’s no better time to book a getaway to The Shawnee Inn. Whether you’re a local looking for a night of entertainment or a traveler in search of a unique experience, March is the perfect time to visit. Join us for The Month of Music and let the melodies move you!

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Spa Shawnee Expansion

Spa Shawnee and Salon recently underwent its own rejuvenation process. Spa Shawnee has always had a full service menu, however, this expansion with its new offerings, has allowed for even more ways to provide relaxation for our guests. Our new spa services can be enjoyed individually, added to any full treatment, or combined as a rejuvenating circuit for the ultimate wellness experience.

Our enhanced facilities now include:
Red Light Therapy, a luxurious Infrared Sauna, and invigorating Hot and Cold Plunges, designed to elevate your wellness experience.

Cold Plunge

Invigorating and refreshing, the cold plunge awakens your senses, boosts circulation, and promotes full-body rejuvenation.

Hot Plunge

Soothing and tranquil, the hot plunge relaxes muscles, eases tension, improves circulation, and encourages deep relaxation.

Infrared Sauna

The infrared sauna promotes detoxification, relaxes muscles, improves circulation, and enhances overall wellness through soothing heat.

Red Light Therapy

Red light therapy stimulates healing, reduces inflammation, promotes skin rejuvenation, and enhances overall wellness and vitality.

Wellness Getaway

Shawnee’s cozy lodging pairs perfectly with our luxurious spa, creating the ultimate destination for relaxation and rejuvenation. Shawnee is thrilled to introduce these new services as we take the next step in becoming a premier full-service spa destination.

Click here to learn more about Spa Shawnee and Salon or to book an appointment.

Pocono Resort with Movie Night

Movie Nights are coming to the Shawnee Inn and Golf Resort in 2025! Movie Nights will take place every Wednesday at 7pm. They are included in your overnight stay at Shawnee, but there is a suggested $5 donation to help with set-up and breakdown of this event.

Yummy concessions like buttery popcorn, ice cold beverages, and some of you favorite sweet tooth treats will be available for sale at our very own concession stand.

Check out the current line-up:

January 8             Singing in the Rain

January 15           The Shining

January 22           Star Wars

January 27           The Godfather

February 5           Forrest Gump

February 12         Murder on the Orient Express

February 19         Sound of Music

February 26         Jaws

March 5                Breakfast at Tiffany’s

March 12              E.T.

March 19              Sabrina

March 26              Superman

April 2                  Sound of Music

April 9                  The Wizard of Oz

Movie nights are a great addition to our weekly recreational activities here at Shawnee. We can’t wait to welcome you to the movies….we mean Shawnee!

Shawnee’s Indoor Pool Update

Exciting Updates About Shawnee Inn and Golf Resort’s Indoor Pool!

Here at The Shawnee Inn and Golf Resort, we are committed to providing an exceptional experience for our guests, and we’re thrilled to announce that our indoor pool is undergoing a spectacular refurbishment! This exciting project underscores the Kirkwood family’s dedication to preserving and enhancing one of the Poconos’ last grand family-owned resorts.

What Does This Mean for You?

We understand how important access to an indoor pool can be for your visit to the Pocono Mountains. Rest assured, while our pool is being transformed, we’ve partnered with a nearby facility to ensure that all Shawnee Inn guests can still enjoy an excellent swimming experience. Please reach out to our front desk team for details on how to access this alternative pool during your stay.

What’s Coming Next?

The new indoor pool promises to elevate your Shawnee experience to new heights. The redesigned space will feature a luxurious swim-up bar and a shallow sundeck area, perfect for lounging and soaking up the natural light. Whether you’re here for a weekend getaway or a family vacation, this modernized space will offer something for everyone.

Our Commitment to Excellence

This renovation project is yet another example of the Kirkwood family’s unwavering commitment to maintaining The Shawnee Inn and Golf Resort as a premier destination in the Pocono Mountains. With each improvement, we aim to blend timeless charm with contemporary amenities to ensure our guests enjoy a truly memorable stay.

Thank you for your patience and understanding as we work to bring this exciting new feature to life. We can’t wait to welcome you to our stunning new indoor pool soon!

Delaware River Nominated for PA River of the Year

The Delaware River is in the running for Pennsylvania’s River of the Year Award. The Shawnee Inn and Golf Resort is incredibly lucky to have this beautiful river just steps from our front door. This allows our guests to enjoy various water activities, such as kayaking, canoeing, rafting, or taking a ride in our Pontoon Boat. And let’s not forget the amazing photo’s our guests take of the River with the mountains behind it.

The river flows almost 300 miles along the borders of New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Delaware, and provides drinking water to over 14 million people. The river is home to the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area, one of the top 20 most visited National Park units in the country. The park is located just a few short miles from the Shawnee Inn, and is often utilized by our guests.

If you’ve visited Shawnee, you know just how important the Delaware River is to our resort. You can cast your vote to make it Pennsylvania’s River of the Year by visiting the Pennsylvania Organization for Watersheds and Rivers website. Voting is open until January 19th, 2025.

New Year’s Eve at our Pocono Resort

New Year’s Eve Buffet at Shawnee

We have all the fixings it is you that we’re missing!

Celebrate this past year’s memories and welcome in good tidings for the New Year at Shawnee’s New Year’s Eve Buffet!

Shawnee’s New Year’s Eve Buffet

December 31, 2024
5:00 PM – 9:30 PM
The River Room Restaurant

RESERVE YOUR TABLE ONLINE

To make an overnight reservation, please click “BOOK NOW” or call: 1-800-SHAWNEE (800-742-9633).

Shawnee Mountain Plans Opening Day

December 6, 2024

Thanks to some nice cold temperatures and early snowmaking, Shawnee Mountain is preparing for it’s opening day, this Friday, December 6, 2024.

Shawnee Mountain will be open Friday, Saturday and Sunday 9am to 4pm for snowboarding and skiing. They will be closed midweek (Monday, December 9th through Thursday, December 12th) for additional snowmaking. They will re-open for the season on Friday, December 13th.

Double up deals (discounted tickets previously called Misers) are on sale now though December 5th at shawneemt.com.

Shawnee Mountain is located less than 3 miles from the Shawnee Inn and Golf Resort.

Holiday Traditions at Shawnee

Article Published November 27, 2024 — Another year of Holiday Traditions kick off at Shawnee.  This year’s Traditions begin with Shawnee’s Thanksgiving Buffet taking place on November 28th . Also opening November 28th is our display of Creches from around the world. Christmas Tram Tours are back for their second season beginning Friday, November 29th and running until December 24th. Holiday Teas and Breakfast with Santa will take place on Saturday’s and Sunday’s in December respectively. George Frideric Handel’s Messiah will take place at the Fireside Community Concert on Friday, December 20th.  And finally, Christmas will close out Shawnee’s Traditions with a grand Christmas Day Buffet.

Learn more information on Shawnee’s Traditions.

Pocono Resort with Halloween Activities

Article Updated October 2024

Halloween Activities and other Fall Festivities at Shawnee

Shawnee Haunted Tram Tours
Open for Public Reservations

Friday’s & Saturday’s October 11th through November 2nd (Plus Halloween Night)
$30 Per Person (not recommended for small children)

Check in at the Lobby of the Main Inn. Tours depart every 30 minutes beginning at 7pm with the last tour at 10:30pm. Limited seating available-only 12 people per tram. Reservations Required.

Prepare yourself for a thrilling one hour adventure at The Shawnee Inn and Golf Resort’s Haunted Tram Tour! This ride is sure to send shivers down your spine. Your journey begins at our historic Inn and travels through the eerie woods to Fort Depuy. Along the way you’ll encounter mysterious sights and sounds designed to keep you on edge.

Book Haunted Tram Tours Here

Shawnee Harvest Tram Tours

Open for Public Reservations

Thursday through Sunday from September 27th to November 17th

$25 Per Person / $15 per child

Check in at the Lobby of the Main Inn. Tours depart every hour beginning at 2pm with the last tour at 4pm. Limited seating available-only 12 people per tram. Reservations Required.

The perfect afternoon tour, this hour long ride takes you around the Shawnee Inn so you can enjoy our breathtaking view of the mountains and the fall foliage. Your ride will include a trip to the Shawnee Island Farm where you can note all the final produce, vegetables, and gourds being harvested at this time. Also, on the farm is our very own pumpkin patch. For an additional $10 you can select your own pumpkin and decorate it on the Vernada upon your return to the mainland.

Book Harvest Tram Tours Here

Hayrides 
Open for Public Reservations

Available Friday – Sunday in October

Take an old fashioned hay ride around the Shawnee Village. This one-hour ride is perfect for fall foliage viewing and to familiarize yourself with Shawnee’s property. Overnight guests can do this activity free of charge. Adults $10 per person/Children $5 per person. Reservations required.

Call to Book: 1-800-782-9633

ShawneeCraft’s Annual Halloween Party
Open to the Public

Friday, November 1, 2024 at 7pm – 10pm
At the ShawneeCraft Tap Room
ShawneeCraft Brewery and Taproom is celebrating Halloween! Our Annual Halloween Party on Friday evening will have prizes and giveaways for best costumes. Live Music with Sick Whiskey from 7-10pm. Free entry for all!

ShawneeCraft Broomstick Relay Race
Open to the Public

Friday, November 1, 2024 at 7pm
At the ShawneeCraft Tap Room
Join us at the ShawneeCraft Brewery for our favorite new Halloween tradition: our Broomstick Relay Race! No pre-registration required, costumes HIGHLY recommended. Two or four participants per group. Enjoy a half-mile race on property on a broomstick. This is the perfect warm-up event to our infamous Jolly Beer Mile Race in December. Must be 21 or older to participate.

Fall & Halloween Gallery

Fall Foliage Experiences at Shawnee

The leaves changing color, seasonal foods, and the crisp air makes every breath so refreshing. It seems like everywhere you look nature offers a kaleidoscope of colors. Autumn has always been a special time at Shawnee. Everything becomes enhanced with the season. Time to come experience it all first hand.

The Coolest Way to View the Foliage

Experience fall foliage in the Pocono’s like never before. Shawnee’s Pontoon River Boat is available for reservations Saturday – Tuesday through October 2024. The Shawnee Inn is the only resort in Pennsylvania that runs pontoon motor boat tours on the Wild and Scenic Delaware River. Our tours offer hour-long experiences, are effortlessly with no paddling required, and are great for any age group.

Book Your Fall Foliage Pontoon River Boat Tour Today! 

Ghosts, Goblins, and Ghouls!

Prepare yourself for a thrilling adventure at The Shawnee Inn and Golf Resort’s Haunted Tram Tour! Starting on October 11th and running every Friday and Saturday through November 2nd, with a special Halloween Night tour, this ride is sure to send shivers down your spine. As you journey through the eerie woods, you’ll encounter mysterious sights and sounds designed to keep you on edge.

With unexpected scares around every corner, from unsettling figures to chilling scenes, this tour promises an unforgettable evening of fright and excitement.

Tickets are $30 per person, and trams depart every half hour from 7:00 pm to 10:30 pm. Each tram holds 12 passengers, so gather your courage—and your friends—for a night of spine-tingling fun. Will you be able to handle the terror that awaits? There’s only one way to find out!

Book Your Haunted Tram Tour Today! 

Fall colors & harvest celebration

Join us for The Shawnee Inn and Golf Resort’s Harvest Tram Tour, a delightful autumn experience running from September 27 through November 17. Offered Thursday through Sunday at 2:00 pm, 3:00 pm, and 4:00 pm, this scenic ride is the perfect way to celebrate the harvest season.

For $25 per adult and $15 per child, you’ll ride through a charming fall landscape adorned with hay bales, corn stalks, pumpkins, gourds, scarecrows, and more. Afterward, pick your perfect pumpkin from our pumpkin patch and decorate it on the Veranda for just $10.

Warm up with refreshments available for purchase at the Buckwood Café, including hot and cold apple cider, hot chocolate, cookies, caramel apples, and popcorn.

Bring the family and enjoy the beauty of autumn with us at The Shawnee Inn!

Book Your Harvest Tram Tour Today! 

Farm to Table Harvest Dinner

Join us on Sunday, October 20, at 4:00 pm for the Shawnee Harvest Dinner, held on the Grand Lawn of The Shawnee Inn. Immerse yourself in the beauty of peak fall foliage while enjoying two drinks, either local wine or ShawneeCraft beer (for adult tickets only). The event includes a Farm-to-Table Dinner Buffet featuring seasonal ingredients, lawn games, a bonfire, and live music, making it the perfect autumn gathering for family and friends.

Adult tickets are available for $50, and youth tickets for those 12 and younger are $25. The Shawnee Harvest Dinner offers a wonderful opportunity to savor fresh, local flavors and unwind in a picturesque setting. Don’t miss this seasonal celebration of food, fun, and fall festivities!

Reserve Your Seat to Shawnee’s Harvest Dinner Today! 

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