Come celebrate with us!

Friday, November 29th 2024

 

Costumes, Contests, Wagons Oh My!

Download and color your ears, wear your best elf outfit, salvage an ugly holiday sweater, or decorate your wagon or stroller: Everyone can show off their creativity at the Elf Parade! During parade lineup, you can join any contest you like. Santa will announce the winners just before we march, and each winner will lead their section of the parade.

Pensacola Winterfest is a Family Favorite

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The Magic of Pensacola Winterfest

The moment you enter Plaza Wonderland on Palafox Place, the snow begins to fall. A cup of hot chocolate and the sound of a trolley bell brings back memories of the Polar Express. The conductor calls your name: All aboard for the most wonderful journey you'll take this Christmas season. Take a ride aboard our mini-train through the lights, snow, and magical scenery of Winterfest!

 

NEW! Chase the Grinch on his Christmas Tree Heist

New for 2024! The Grinch is up to his old tricks but the Whos are a match for his mischief making pranks. Guard your Christmas trees — he’s on the loose…

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A Journey into Wonder

Join the Conductor for a magical journey to a life-size steam engine! Share in the adventure as the Conductor recounts the story of the boy who received the first gift of Christmas…


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The Grinch and Martha make a Merry Match!

A certain surly sneak with a grizzly green grimace has built himself a trolley. Whatever his intentions, it's sure to lead to an avalanche of adventure.

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Family Photos with Santa and the Grinch

Santa would love to visit with you by his sleigh! Get your reservations to ensure you have the perfect family photo.

You may also intrude upon the Grinch for a photo or two, but he may have a surprise in store for you.

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Make Time for a Christmas Cool Down

Check out our Christmas Tree Heist and make your plans to visit Santa!

There's lots of fun in store this year, so stay tuned for updates as we roll out the red carpet for Christmas!

Express Service at the Palafox Saturday Market

Saturdays this summer you can ride our FREE trolleys between the Palafox Market's northern market at MLK Plaza and the southern market at Plaza Ferdinand!

On some weekends, we'll even have rides on the Winterfest Express electric train at the southern market!

There's so much to see and do Downtown - find your favorite market booth and check out all the great events to make the most of your visit!

 

Catch our Free Preshows Every Night

Sing and dance along with your favorite characters throughout the night! Preshows are free and open to the public - there's something happening every few minutes in the Winterfest plaza at Government and Palafox, starting at 5pm every night of our tours

 
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