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WinterFest 2023

Arts and Entertainment

November 10, 2023

From: WinterFest

The Bay Area's most immersive holiday event returns this year, sparkling brighter than ever before. WinterFest brings holiday cheer to California's Great America as the park is magically transformed into a winter wonderland and holiday festival. Guests can ice-skate in front of the iconic Carousel Columbia, take in the dazzling sights, sip on crafted hot chocolate and marvel at spectacular live shows.
With more than 60 rides and holiday attractions, such as sending letters to the North Pole, checking out Santa's workshop and baking cookies in Mrs. Claus' kitchen, presented by Meriwest Credit Union, and all the scrumptious holiday fare at numerous dining locations - WinterFest has something for guests of all ages and appetites. This enchanted wintery world and Christmas celebration is dominated by one of the Bay Area's tallest Christmas trees adorned with thousands of twinkling lights accompanied by giant toy soldiers greeting guests. This amazing event features millions of lights, creating a Christmas event for the entire family.

Experiences and Activities
Take time to be fully immersed in the joy of the season.
Fill your night with holiday fun like ice skating on Snow Flake Lake, write a letter to Santa, decorate cookies with Mrs. Claus, find that perfect gift for someone special and get a family photo with the big man in red himself!

Snow flake Lake Ice Skating
Skate on one of the most picturesque ice skating venues anywhere as the reflection pond is transformed into an ice skating rink.
Location: Snowflake Lake Plaza

Live Holiday Shows
Amazing Entertainment at WinterFest
Find the wonder and magic of the holiday season.
Let our world-class performers put the spirit into your season.  Enjoy your favorite holiday live entertainment, including the Kris Kringles, Mistletones, Cool Yule and much more.

Tree Lighting Ceremony
Kick off WinterFest in the most spectacular way with appearances by SNOOPY and our holiday singers.
Location: Celebration Plaza Stage

WinterFest Rides
Do you want to know which rides are available for your trip to California's Great America during WinterFest? Check to see if your favorite attraction is available.

Date: November 24, 2023 - December 31, 2023

Time: 4:00pm to 10:00pm

Cost: Free

Location: California's Great America - 4701 Great America Pkwy Santa Clara, CA 95054

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