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Christmas in the Country...
Santa's Lookout!

Part of the magic at Santa’s Lookout is our interaction with the kids. We have costume characters and Santa’s Super Slide plus activities for the little ones as well. Here is a quick rundown of some of those activities to help you plan your visit.

What You Need To Know

TICKETS

The Lookout Express train ride – $20 per person (children 2 and under are free) Trackless train ride through the lights event.

Christmas Wagon ride – $20 per person (children 2 and under are free)

** You can select a holiday ride on the train or Christmas wagon for a festive trip through the lights. In addition to the ride…. you’ll visit our Holiday Pavilion to meet Santa, ride Santa’s Super Slide – see our Christmas Camel display and more. (See list of activities below)

Book your reservation in advance to guarantee entry. Plan to arrive at least 15 minutes prior to your departure time to check in at the ticket booth.. obtain tickets and prepare for the ride.

*Please note when ordering any ticket on-line we DO operate in rain showers, but not severe weather. If you have concerns about rainy or cold weather, or your plans simply change, please consider adding Ticket-Insurance during checkout so you can make adjustments within 24 hours of your scheduled reservation.
 
**Tickets without insurance are NOT eligible for cancellation or changes. If you fail to show during your scheduled timeslot and we are in operation, you will forfeit your tickets.

General Admission – $10 per person (children 2 and under free) GA tickets can only be purchased at the gate. (cash only at the gate) This ticket includes all activities except a ride (train or Christmas Wagon) through the main lights event! Guests have the opportunity to meet Santa, costume characters, see our Christmas Camel display, ride Santa’s Super Slide and more.

HOURS OF OPERATION:

General Admission – Ticket booth hours are 5 to 6:30 nightly. This ticket does NOT include a holiday ride through the main lights event!

The Lookout Express Train Ride – Begins boarding as early as 4:45 on select nights. – Reservations highly recommended as seating is limited.

Christmas Wagon Rides – Begins boarding as early as 4:45 on select nights. – Reservations highly recommended as seating is limited. 

*See ticket page to select a day and timeslot.

Festive Things To Do

Visit Santa | Santa will be here weekends plus select nights Christmas week. It’s free for the kids to meet Santa, but photos are only taken by our photographer and available for purchase on-line while purchasing your holiday ride tickets or at the event.

The Grinch | Our green furry friend is a big hit with the kids.

Costume Characters | We have a variety of costume characters nightly.. from Gingerbread to Frosty…. you never know who you are going to run into!.

Ride Santa’s Super Slide | Slide into the festive season on our newest attraction… it’s a lot like sledding but without the frost bite!.

Christmas Camel Display | Our Christmas Camels are on display each night of the 2025 season. Stop by to see them… and learn some fun facts about these fascinating animals.

Honey Bear Cabin | Located inside the Depot – kids can select a plush furry toy… and our elves will assist with the stuffing to bring your toy to life. (16 inch plush animal – $25 / 8 inch plush animal – $15).

Catch A Cab | Mini Barrel Ride for the kids.

Letters to Santa | Kids can write their own letter to Santa and drop it in the Lookout Mailbox while visiting our Holiday Pavilion.

Cookie Decorating | Kids & Adults alike can get festively creative and decorate a cookie (Gingerbread packs available for purchase).

Santa’s Coloring Station | Kids can color a picture of the Lookout Express… a great keepsake to remember the 2025 holiday season.

Concessions | We have plenty of sweet treats & refreshments located right inside our Holiday Pavilion (Available for Purchase).

Campfire | Weather permitting we’ll have a campfire nightly… great for s’mores or roasting a hot dog. (Available to purchase then roast or toast away!).

Gift Shop | Located inside the Depot.


For questions please contact us at info@santaslookout.com or call

Santa’s Lookout Hotline: 270-318-3800