Martha Stewart is partnering with Yaamava' Resort & Casino at San Manuel to create a resort wide immersive holiday experience called Martha's Forest of Wonder. The collaboration uses décor pieces inspired by Stewart's personal collection and transforms the property into a woodland themed retreat. The program culminates in a private tree lighting ceremony and a ticketed Legends Dinner featuring Stewart as guest of honor and an intimate conversation moderated by late night television icon Jay Leno.
The resort said the tree lighting will be invite only, with complimentary holiday treats available to Club Serrano members while supplies last. The Legends Dinner is a ticketed, prix fixe event where Stewart will present a menu she personally curated and take part in storytelling and conversation. Yaamava' described the Legends Dinner series as a way for guests to connect with sports and entertainment figures through curated dining experiences and interactive discussions.
The installation spans the entire property and showcases a curated color palette of brass, cranberry, forest green, pearl white, sage green and snow. Signature moments include The Great Woodland Wreath, an oversized wreath framed by freestanding bears and trees for guest photos, The Mushroom Grove, a glowing moss covered scene at the high limit table games area, and Guardians of the Woodland, spiraling trees at the high limit slots entrance. Martha's Sleigh Ride presents an enchanted birch forest with Stewart's personal sleigh moving through a winter landscape, and illuminated woodland creatures appear throughout the resort.
"The holidays are a time for gathering, creating meaningful memories, and celebrating traditions both old and new," said Kenji Hall, General Manager of Yaamava' Resort & Casino at San Manuel. "Partnering with Martha Stewart allows us to bring a truly one of a kind experience to our guests, filled with beauty, wonder, and the spirit of the season in a way only Yaamava' can." Stewart said she hoped the celebration would inspire cherished holiday memories.
Guest Experience And Resort Context
Yaamava' said the public will have access to the full Forest of Wonder experience following the private tree lighting. Visitors seeking details on Legends Dinner tickets and other holiday events are directed to Yaamava.com. The resort noted that guests can expect immersive moments suitable for all ages and photo opportunities across the property.
The property described itself as the only AAA Five Diamond casino resort in its market and cited high rankings by Condé Nast Traveler and Forbes Travel Guide for its hotel and spa. Yaamava' highlighted recent reader awards for best casino and hotel outside major gaming centers. The resort offers extensive gaming and hospitality amenities, more than 7,500 slots, multiple high limit rooms, a Forbes Five Star spa, luxury retail, and a range of dining and entertainment venues. The San Manuel Entertainment Authority owns and operates Yaamava'.
