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Visits with Santa
Portsmouth, NH
Personalized letters from Santa's elves
About
Children can share their holiday wishes with Santa through a special 'Letters to Santa' program. The Portsmouth Recreation Department acts as Santa's official mail carrier, ensuring letters are sent to the North Pole. Between December 1st and 20th, personalized responses from Santa's elves are mailed back to participants. This heartwarming initiative offers a magical way for kids to connect with the spirit of Christmas.
Our Take
Family Friendly
Best For
Children wanting to write to santa
Vibe
Magical, heartwarming, festive
Energy Level
Low
Budget
Free
Photo Friendly
N/a
Weather Sensitivity
Low
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Location
Event Details
Pricing
FREE!
Duration
Letters accepted Nov 26 - Dec 20
Ages
All ages
Schedule
Letters to Santa: Send in/drop off your letters anytime after November 26. Letters will be mailed home December 1-20. Following December 20, the ride to and from the North Pole is too long for a timely response. The Elves try, but no guarantees. Portsmouth Illuminated Holiday Parade & Tree Lighting 2025: Saturday, December 6, 2025. Tree Lighting Ceremony from 5:00-5:30pm. Parade kicks off at 6:00pm.
Organizer
Portsmouth Recreation Department
Practical Information
Pet Policy
Service animals welcome
Quick Actions
Tips & Advice
- To ensure a timely response, mail or drop off your child's letter to Santa well before December 20th, ideally within the first two weeks of December.
- Include a return address clearly on the envelope or letter to guarantee the personalized response from Santa's elves reaches home.
- Encourage your child to be specific in their letter to Santa, as this can help the elves craft a more personal and magical reply.
- Consider visiting the Community Campus or Connie Bean to drop off the letter in person for an extra touch of holiday excitement.
- This event is a wonderful opportunity to create a cherished holiday memory and encourage letter-writing skills in children.
Frequently Asked Questions
When can my child send a letter to Santa?
Children can send their letters to Santa anytime after November 26th.
When will we receive a response from Santa?
Letters will be mailed home between December 1st and December 20th.
What happens if we send a letter after December 20th?
While the Elves try their best, timely responses are not guaranteed for letters sent after December 20th due to the long journey to the North Pole.
Where can I drop off letters to Santa?
Letters can be mailed to Santa's Mailbox at Community Campus, 100 Campus Drive, or dropped off at Community Campus or Connie Bean.
Is there a cost to participate in the 'Letters to Santa' event?
No, this heartwarming event is completely free for all ages.