We’re bringing back Santa’s Castle for the museum's 30th year, honoring the Junior League of Erie, the amazing women who opened the museum and the magic they’ve inspired for generations.
This year, we’re going big with festive stations throughout the entire museum, hands-on activities, and surprises around every corner!
🔗 Register today: www.eriechildrensmuseum.org/santascastle
📅 Saturday, December 13 | 10 AM – 5 PM
📅 Sunday, December 14 | 1 – 5 PM
🎟️ $15 per Guest | Members Save 20%
What’s Inside Santa’s Castle?
🎅 Santa’s Magical Meet & Greet | Meet Santa, share your holiday wishes, and receive a keepsake ornament and copy of The Littlest Elf, thanks to Gannon University.
🤶 Mrs. Claus’ Room | Decorate cookies and sip warm cocoa with Mrs. Claus herself.
🎨 Elf Workshop | Create your own snow globe with Santa’s helpers.
🩰 The World of Sugar Plums & Nutcrackers | Dance performances and dress-up fun with Erie Dance Conservatory.
🦌 Reindeer Games | Play festive games and find out if you’re more of a Dasher or a Dancer!
🌈 Face Painting | Festive designs to make your holiday spirit shine.
📬 Digital Santa Letters | Send your wish list straight to the North Pole with help from Velocity Network (VNET).
🛍️ Santa’s Store | Find kid-friendly treasures and holiday surprises to take home.
🎉 Free Play Throughout the Museum | Explore, imagine, and make magical memories together.
*Pre-registration highly encouraged. Walk-ins welcome while capacity allows. No coupons or discounted admission accepted. All sales are final.
About the Original Santa’s Castle: In 1925, the Junior League of Erie began inspiring community change and creativity. In 1977, they created Santa’s Castle, an immersive holiday experience filled with themed rooms, activities, and, of course, Santa himself. Through their dedication, they built a legacy of joy and generosity that continues to inspire the museum today!
🎄 Santa’s Castle is presented in partnership with Velocity Network (VNET)
🎅 Santa’s Magical Meet & Greet is made possible by Gannon University
🩰 The World of Sugar Plums & Nutcrackers is made possible by Erie Dance Conservatory
Special thanks to the Kern Family Foundation and the Bickford Family for supporting this magical event!
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