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Fairy Winterland

December 14-15, 18-23, & 26-30, 2024
10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Update: Closed Saturday, December 21 due to rain.

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
RESCHEDULED to Sunday, December 22 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

Fairyland Member Admission:
Members enjoy 50% off Winterland Admission!

  • Children (ages 1-17): $8.50
  • Adults (ages 18+): $9.50


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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:

Stanford Childrens Hospital

Joy Sponsor: Stanford Medicine Children's Health

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Joy Sponsor: Good Eggs

Fairyland for All Sponsor: San Francisco Bay Ferry

In-Kind Donation: Ghirardelli Chocolate Company

In-Kind Donation: Brainiac Foods