Meet Santa and His Christmas Friends
Mrs. Claus, Blitzen the Reindeer, the Snow Queen, and more! Get Christmas TicketsView Christmas CalendarA Little Christmas Magic. A Lot of Wonderful Memories.
Some of the best Christmas memories begin with a simple hello!
Meet Santa Claus and his merry friends at Timber Ridge Old-Fashioned Christmas. Share your Christmas wishes, enjoy a story with Mrs. Claus, and make magical memories with some of your favorite holiday characters.
Bring your camera, gather the family, and get ready for a little old-fashioned Christmas cheer!
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Timber Ridge Adventure Park
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Have you been good this year?
Santa Photo Experience
He’s making his list, checking it twice, and saving a little time for you! Visit Santa at Kringle’s Outpost to share your Christmas wishes and capture a memory worth keeping.
Kringle’s Outpost
Nightly through December 23
Frosty The Snowman
He’s jolly, he’s frosty, and he’s ready to spread a little Christmas cheer!
Everyone’s favorite snowman has found his way to Timber Ridge Old-Fashioned Christmas! Frosty loves warm hugs, friendly faces, and making magical holiday memories with guests of all ages. Stop by to say hello, share a laugh, and snap a picture with this lovable wintertime friend.
After all, Christmas is a little more magical when Frosty’s around!
Lafitte’s Landing near Wunorse Openslae’s Trading Post
Select Dates in December
Meet Blitzen the Reindeer
Look who’s wandered away from Santa’s sleigh! Blitzen is ready for Christmas hugs, family photos, and a little reindeer mischief. Keep an eye out for this playful holiday favorite!
Lafitte’s Landing near Wunorse Openslae’s Trading Post
Select Dates in December
Pepper Minstix the Elf
Sweet as a candy cane and full of Christmas cheer, Pepper Minstix brings a little extra elf magic to Timber Ridge! Stop by for a hug, a holiday photo, or a little dancing with Santa’s sweetest helper.
Lafitte’s Landing near Wunorse Openslae’s Trading Post
Select Dates in December
Meet Krampus
Have You Been Naughty or Nice?
Not every Christmas visitor comes bearing gifts!
Straight from the darker side of old-world Christmas folklore, Krampus has returned to Timber Ridge! With his towering horns, shaggy fur, and mischievous ways, this legendary holiday visitor brings a little fright to the festive season.
Feeling brave? Step up for a photo with Krampus and find out whether you’ve made the naughty list!
WHEN: Select Nights in December
Parental discretion advised. Krampus may be frightening to younger guests.
Lafitte’s Landing near Wunorse Openslae’s Trading Post
Select Dates in December
Story Time with Mrs. Claus
Gather around! Mrs. Claus has a story to share, and there’s always room for one more. Enjoy a little Christmas storytelling filled with warmth, wonder, and holiday cheer.
Kringle’s Outpost
December 24 & 25
Capture a Christmas Memory at Kringle's Outpost
Some Christmas moments are too special to leave on your phone.
Step inside Kringle's Outpost, where traditional Christmas decorations and beautiful European antiques create a charming setting for holiday portraits with Santa.
Our professional souvenir photography lets you take home a special keepsake from your visit, with printed photo packages available while you wait.
Pricing Packages for Holiday Photos
PICK 2 – $20
2 – 5X7 prints
(additional copies $10 each)
PICK 1 – $15
(choose 1 from the following)
1 – 5X7 print
4 – Wallets
Individual Options
$25 – Digital image only
Location in the park: Kringle’s Outpost @ Timber Ridge
*Schedule subject to change without notice. **Subject to weather conditions and park operating hours ***Additional fees apply for photo souvenirs.
Make a Little Christmas Magic Together
From sharing Christmas wishes with Santa to meeting Frosty, Blitzen, and their holiday friends, there's something wonderful about experiencing Christmas through the eyes of those we love.
Bring the family, make a memory, and discover what makes an old-fashioned Christmas at Timber Ridge so special.
Bring the Family. Find the Christmas Spirit.
Gruss Von Krampus
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