Get Ready for the Summer of Santa
Santa is in Pensacola for his summer vacation and he's bringing an action packed July of surprise Christmas fun!
July 4
11 am — Downtown barbecue
12pm — 2021 Winterfest Tickets on sale!
9 pm — Fireworks on Facebook Live
July 8: Airshow HQ at Hilton Pensacola Beach
11 am — Santa Meet and Greet
2 pm — Airshow on Facebook Live
July 10
10 am — Palafox Market downtown
July 17
Santa will throw out the Wahoos first pitch with Grinch and the Things
Enjoy train rides on the Winterfest Express electric train
July 19
Santa Pool Party at Margaritaville
with the Grinch and friends
July 24
11 am — Santa brings Christmas in July to Bodacious Bookstore
Listen to readings, play with the elves, and write letters to Santa
Pensacola Winterfest is a Family Favorite
New in 2021: Catch a Ride on the Stolen Trolley?!
A certain surly sneak with a grizzly green grimace has designs on our Snowflake Trolley. Whatever his intentions, it's sure to lead to an avalanche of adventure. Keep your ear to the ground and your eyes on your Christmas tree …
Plus enjoy an expanded Cajun Christmas party and more fun with your friends from the Polar Express!
Papa Noel reads the story of the Cajun night before Christmas in his cozy cabin.
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Family Photos with Santa and the Grinch
Santa's sleigh returns downtown this year on November 21! Get your reservations early 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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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 bring 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!
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Find out More
Still have questions? Ask the Chief Elf! You can email us, call us, or text us at 850-583-1365 between the hours of 10:00 a.m. and 5:p.m. CST. If the elves are busy, you may leave a message and we will return your call.
Friend us on Facebook and sign up for our email list to keep in touch about fun activities like our mini train!
Visit First City Christmas to find out about more great holiday events in Downtown Pensacola and the Pensacola Bay area.
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Elf ParadeThe Elf Parade is a grand kickoff to the 2021 holiday season in downtown Pensacola!
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November 26 | FREE | FREE |
Photos with SantaReserve your time with Santa
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November , 26, 27, 28; December 3, 4, 10, 11, 18, 19, 21, 22, 23, | $37 | $37 |
Photos with the GrinchReserve your time with the Grinch
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November , 26, 27, 28; December 3, 4, 10, 11, 18, 19, 21, 22, 23, | $37 | $37 |
Polar Express TourWhen you hear the bells ring, you will believe
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Grinch TourYour heart will grow three sizes
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Cajun ChristmasLaissez les bons temps rouler
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Scrooge TourGet a blessing from Tiny Tim
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