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Santa has been spotted in the White Mountains and if you want to track him down before he makes his Christmas Eve flight, we’ve got the low-down on the best places to catch him before December 24th. Be sure to have your wish list in hand and your camera ready!
Christmastime at Santa’s Village-Jefferson
Saturdays and Sundays through December 22
Visit Santa, Mrs. Claus, 26 elves, along with all of the reindeer for Christmastime at Santa’s Village. Enjoy warm wassail as you explore the half-million lights and Christmas displays. 18 rides are open and the 3-D show “A Tinkerdoodle Christmas” will leave the entire family laughing at the antics of L. Fastidious Tinkerdoodle as he helps Santa prepare for his Christmas Eve journey.
Santa’s Holiday Express on the Conway Scenic Railroad-North Conway
Saturdays and Sundays in December through December 23
Santa will be on board the train, along with his mischievous elves, to pass out cookies and hot cocoa, and pose for a photo with your child or the whole family. Enjoy the beauty of the White Mountains while spending time with the jolly old elf.
Santa Trains on the Hobo Railroad-Lincoln
December 22 tickets available
Santa Claus and his Elves are on board to pass out hot chocolate and each family receives a box of holiday cookies - plus, each child receives a special gift from Santa while on the train!
Ski with Santa!-Loon Mountain Resort, Attitash Mountain Resort, Cranmore Mountain Resort, Wildcat Mountain, and Gunstock Mountain Resort
Weekend of December 21 & 22
It’s a busy time of year for Santa, but even the big guy needs to take a sick day now and again. He’ll be ripping turns at Loon from 10am-3pm, at Wildcat from 9:30-11:30 am, and at Attitash from 12pm-2pm.
Pictures with Santa at Settler’s Green-North Conway
December 14
Santa is heading to Settler’s Green to take buy that special gift for Mrs. Claus. He also has his workshop set up Santa's Workshop at Suite D28 near JCrew and Yankee Candle with his elves! Photos with Santa are $12 and is provided by the Kiwanis Club of the Mt. Washington Valley.
Journey to the North Pole with Believe in Books-Lincoln and North Conway
Weekends in December…advanced reservations required
You and your family will board our train and embark on a two-hour adventure to the North Pole and back again. Along the way, you’ll be served delicious hot chocolate by our magical chefs, as well as some of Santa’s favorite treats! Elves will escort you to the North Pole Theater where you will drop you’re your letters to Santa and hear a reading of the classic “The Night Before Christmas” poem. Santa will make an appearance and each child receives a gift.
December 14
The Lincoln Woodstock Interact Club proudly presents the Celebration of Lights at the Village Shops in Lincoln. This event features a Tree Lighting Ceremony, Christmas carolers, cookie decorating, crafts, games, and pictures with White Mountain Santa!
The Christmas Loft-North Conway and North Woodstock Locations
December 14 and 15
Santa will be making an appearance at both locations (how does he do that?) So while you are shopping for that special ornament or the perfect Christmas décor, you can grab a photo with the big guy!
HolidayFest at Littleton Coop-Littleton
December 14
Join the staff at the Littleton Co-op for an afternoon of free tastings samples, live music, a visit from Santa, ornament making, and all of the holiday cheer!
Breakfast with Santa at the Castle in the Clouds-Moultonborough
December 14…advanced reservations required
For the second year, Santa Claus will be traveling from the North Pole to have a breakfast buffet at the Carriage House with children and their families! Brunch includes story time with Santa at each of the reservation times.
Little Village Toy and Book Shop-Littleton
Sunday December 16
Santa and Mrs. Claus will be on hand at the book shop to meet and greet with the children, take photos, and to find out if the kids have been naughty or nice!
Cocoa and Cookies with Santa at RiverWalk Resort at Loon Mountain-Lincoln
Saturday December 21
Share your wishes and enjoy an evening with Santa Claus. He wants to hear all of the good things you’ve been doing this year. Enjoy the fun, hot chocolate, games and treats and don’t forget to bring your letter to place in the North Pole Letter Box.