Sleigh Ride to the North Pole & Letters From Santa
Visitors embark on a sleigh ride to the North Pole to meet and take photos with Santa Claus, while keeping an eye out for the mischievous Grinch. Guests can warm up with hot chocolate and search the grounds for hidden candy canes. Sleigh rides run throughout the evening between the North Pole and the pickup point.
What to Expect
Hunt for hidden candy canes by flashlight and meet Santa.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Timed Entry
Yes
Organizer
City of Ellisville Parks & Recreation
Food & Drink
Hot chocolate will be available to warm visitors up.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families with young children
Vibe
Playful and festive
Energy Level
Moderate
Budget
$
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
High
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: $8; pre-registration is required for all participants. – Get tickets
- Hours: Time slots: 5:30, 6:00, 6:30, 7:00.
Tips & Advice
- Pre-register online or with the Park Office for a time slot, because every participant needs to be registered before the night.
- Bring a flashlight so the kids can hunt for the hidden candy canes around the North Pole.
- Dress warm, because it's a chilly night at the North Pole and you'll be riding an outdoor sleigh.
- Go to the Administration Building at Bluebird Park for your ride, because that's where Santa's Sleigh picks up.
- Mail your child's letter by Dec. 17 with their full name and return address so Santa can send a personal reply.
Special Events & Promotions
- New this year: the Sleigh Ride to the North Pole.
- Letters From Santa: the North Pole mailbox is up from Nov. 27 through Dec. 17.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to register ahead of time?
Yes. Everyone who comes, kids and adults, must pre-register for a time slot. You can sign up online or call the Park Office.
Where does the sleigh pick up?
Santa's Sleigh picks up at the Administration Building in Bluebird Park. Sleighs come and go all evening, so you'll get plenty of chances to ride.
What should we bring?
Bring a flashlight to hunt for the hidden candy canes. Dress warm, because it's a chilly night at the North Pole.
What happens at the North Pole?
You get a photo with Santa Claus and hot chocolate to warm up. Watch out for the Grinch, who will be lurking around causing silly trouble.
How do Letters From Santa work?
Drop a letter in the North Pole mailbox in front of the Parks and Recreation Administration Building, or mail it to Santa Claus, 225 Kiefer Creek Rd., Ellisville, MO 63021. For a personal reply, include the child's first and last name and a return address, and get it in by Dec. 17.
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