Snowtopia
Visitors can play in tons of real snow on an outdoor tarmac playground and meet Santa Claus, Mrs. Claus, Frosty the Snowman, and elves for photo opportunities. Inside the Miles Hangar, guests can take part in craft-making, holiday shopping, and toddler-specific bouncy houses. The event also features outdoor fire pits for roasting s'mores, train rides, and local food trucks.
What to Expect
Play in 50 tons of real snow on the museum tarmac.
Event Details
Duration
3 hours.
Ages
All ages
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
Palm Springs Air Museum
Food & Drink
Food trucks, including Chick-Fil-A, offer pizza, hot dogs, and more; food purchases are separate.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families with young children
Vibe
Festive and playful
Energy Level
Moderate
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
Moderate
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: Kids 5 and under get in free. Separate purchase required for the holiday train, s’mores, and food from Chick-Fil-A and food trucks. No other admission price is stated. – Get tickets
- Hours: 6 pm – 9 pm.
Tips & Advice
- Budget separately for holiday train rides, s’mores, and food-truck purchases; the event page marks these as separate purchases.
- Bring children ages 5 and under to the dedicated indoor play area and toddler bouncy houses.
- Plan for time outdoors on the tarmac and around fire pits, and dress in layers for an evening event.
- Children ages 5 and under get in free, so factor that into your ticket planning.
- The museum is closed beyond the Snowtopia areas, so don't plan to visit the regular exhibits during the event.
Special Events & Promotions
- Kids 5 and under get in free.
- The Holiday Train ride costs extra.
- Making s'mores over the outdoor fire pits costs extra.
- Santa's annual fly-over of Coachella Valley hospitals, honoring health care workers. The date is still to be announced.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is there to do at Snowtopia?
Play in 50 tons of real snow on an outdoor playground on the tarmac, and meet Santa. You can also take photos with Frosty the Snowman, the Elves and Mrs. Claus, and do crafts and holiday shopping inside the Miles Hangar.
Is there anything for toddlers?
Yes. Children 5 and under have their own indoor play area with bouncy houses, and they get in free.
What food is there?
Pizza, hot dogs and more from Chick-Fil-A and food trucks, all sold separately. You can also make s'mores over outdoor fire pits for an extra charge.
Can we visit the aircraft exhibits during Snowtopia?
No. The museum is closed during Snowtopia except for the event areas.
How long should we allow?
The event runs for 3 hours.
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