Create unforgettable memories at Winterfest, Chautauqua's annual holiday celebration! Enjoy festive food and drinks, live music, horse-drawn carriage rides, and a variety of family-friendly activities. From exploring the holiday market to crafting ornaments, there's something for everyone.
Schedule of Events:
Breakfast with Santa
9:00 AM & 11:30 AM
Enjoy a delicious breakfast with Santa and make memories that will last a lifetime. Experience it all in the beautifully decorated 126-year-old Chautauqua Dining Hall!
Chautauqua Dining Hall
10:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Carriage Rides
Make a lasting memory with a cozy carriage ride around the picturesque Chautauqua Green!
10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Winter Fairy Forest
Discover a winter wonderland where fairies frolic in their very own forest on the Chautauqua Auditorium stage!
10:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Santa's Cottage
Visit Santa and Mrs. Claus in the historic Missions House Lodge, all spruced up for the holidays and ready to take a picture!
10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Craft Making
Create a thoughtful holiday keepsake by the warmth of a cozy fire!
10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Cookie Decorating
Celebrate the festive season by decorating delicious cookies from the local bakery, The Sugar Cookie Store!
10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Petting Zoo
Meet our friendly farm animals at the WinterFest petting zoo. From fainting goats to mini Highland cows, there's something for everyone to love!
A Caroling Hike with Musician Jeff Kagan
Meeting Location: Chautauqua Ranger Cottage
10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
A part of Winterfest at Chautauqua Park, join Kids' Musician Jeff Kagan of "Jeff & Paige" and OSMP staff for a mellow holiday hike and caroling. Expect a moderate, group stroll through the Chautauqua meadow with a handful of stops along the way to sing some holiday favorites. Don't know the lyrics by heart? No problem, grab a complimentary songbook and sing with the trees, rocks, towhees, and your fellow hikers. This hike is 1.5 miles, gains about 200 feet of elevation, and will last approximately 1 hour and 15 min. Suitable for all ages (that can handle the hike).
