Fairy Winterland
Fairy Winterland
December 14-15, 18-23, & 26-30, 2024
10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Fairy Winterland at Children’s Fairyland has been a Bay Area tradition for nearly twenty years! This festive multicultural celebration of global traditions, winter holidays, and end-of-year rituals brings communities together and illuminates the shared truths that unite us all.
This year, Winterland takes place during the day, harvesting the magic of a crisp chill in the air, the icy blue of December sky, and 13 reasons to wear matching sweaters! A most enchanting experience immerses you and your loved ones in the charm and cozy togetherness of a holiday extravaganza.
Fairy Winterland invites you to enjoy:
- Visit from Black Santa (December 14-15 & December 18-23)
- Letters to Santa
- Special Performers: Tap Dancing Penguins and The Tap Dancing Christmas Trees
- Educational holiday displays
- Candle Making
- Wishing Wall
- Storytellers at the Emerald City Stage
- Daily puppet shows
- Festive music from around the world
- Winter tales from around the world
- Snow Queen Visit
- Complimentary hot cocoa and cider
- And Much More!
Special Winterland Book Celebration
Author Joanna Ho
December 21 at 11:30 a.m.
Join us for a delightful read-aloud, Q&A, and book signing with New York Times bestselling author Joanna Ho. She will share her recently published book, A City Full of Santas, illustrated by acclaimed artist Thai Phuong. This whimsical tale captures the excitement of a little girl’s quest to find the real Santa amidst a bustling city filled with joyful Santas. It’s a festive story for families and book lovers alike!
General Admission
- Children (ages 1-17): $17
- Adults (ages 18+): $19
- Fairyland for All: $5
Fairyland Member Admission:
Members enjoy 50% off Winterland Admission!
- Children (ages 1-17): $8.50
- Adults (ages 18+): $9.50
Members enjoy benefits at Winterland, learn more!
An evening for adults only? Learn more about Twas the Night Before Fairy Winterland (21+)
Thank you to our incredible Fairy Winterland 2024 Sponsors:
Joy Sponsor: Stanford Medicine Children's Health
Joy Sponsor: Good Eggs
Fairyland for All Sponsor: San Francisco Bay Ferry
In-Kind Donation: Ghirardelli Chocolate Company
In-Kind Donation: Brainiac Foods