Santa Village
Set across a 15-acre enclosed farm, visitors can meet Santa and Mrs. Claus, see live reindeer, and drop off letters to the North Pole. Festive activities include cookie decorating, admiring model train layouts, and viewing seasonal light displays. Guests can also take horse-drawn carriage rides and purchase refreshments from the concession stand.
What to Expect
Enclosed 15-acre farm with Santa, reindeer, light displays, and carriage rides.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
Fargo Park District
Food & Drink
Concessions are available for purchase inside the Bunkhouse.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families with young children
Vibe
Festive and family-focused
Energy Level
Moderate
Budget
Free
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
High
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: Admission is free. Horse-drawn carriage rides cost $2.50 per person; children 3 and under ride free with an adult. Carriage ride tickets are sold at the concession stand inside the Bunkhouse.
- Hours: Nov 28–29 and Dec 5–6: 1:00–6:00 pm; Dec 12–13 and 19–20: 1:00–7:00 pm; Dec 17–18 and 21–22: 4:00–7:00 pm.
- Parking: Rheault Farm has a parking lot for 150 cars.
- Accessibility: Sensory kits and a quiet space at the Little Red House, a downloadable social story, and year-round restrooms on site.
Tips & Advice
- Join the line to see Santa at least 45 minutes before closing, because the line is cut off before the event ends.
- Dress warmly and bring your camera, because Santa Village is spread across a 15-acre enclosed farm with reindeer and light displays.
- Bring canned goods, cash, or new or gently used toys to donate, because they go to local groups like the Great Plains Food Bank.
- If you want a horse-drawn carriage ride, come on a Saturday or Sunday afternoon and buy tickets at the concession stand inside the Bunkhouse.
- If anyone in your group needs a break from the bustle, pick up a sensory kit or use the quiet space at the Little Red House.
Special Events & Promotions
- Sensory-Friendly Night on Friday, December 11, held as its own shorter session
- Horse-drawn carriage rides on Saturdays and Sundays for an extra ticket; children 3 and under ride free with an adult
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Frequently Asked Questions
What charitable items are collected at the event?
Guests are encouraged to donate canned goods, cash, and new or gently used toys, which support the Giving Tree of Hope, Children's Miracle Network, YMCA 21st Century Community Learning Centers, and Great Plains Food Bank.
Are sensory support accommodations available?
Yes. Visitors can check out sensory kits containing items like headphones, fidget spinners, and sunglasses from the Little Red House, which also serves as a quiet, calming space.
Are horse-drawn carriage rides available every day?
No, carriage rides are only offered on Saturdays and Sundays.
Can children decorate cookies during the visit?
Yes, decorating cookies with Mrs. Claus is one of the daily activities offered.
Are food and drinks available at the farm?
Yes, concessions are available for purchase inside the Bunkhouse.
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