Perkins Township WinterFest 2025
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Perkins Township WinterFest 2025

Perkins Township WinterFest is a free community event celebrating the winter season. Attendees can enjoy live music, browse craft vendors, and interact with a petting zoo. Delight in complimentary treats like a s'mores bar, hot chocolate, kettle corn, and caramel apple nachos. Santa and Mrs. Claus make a special arrival by fire truck to help light up the park and welcome the holidays.

What to Expect

Free community winter festival with Santa's arrival.

Know Before You Go

  • Tickets: FREE
  • Pets: Pet-friendly (implied by petting zoo, but not explicitly stated for attendees)

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Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

๐ŸŽ„ ๐ŸŽ„ ๐ŸŽ„ ๐ŸŽ„ ๐ŸŽ„ (5/5)

Best For

Families and community members

Vibe

Festive, community-oriented, welcoming

Energy Level

Low to medium

Budget

FREE

Photo Friendly

๐Ÿ“ท ๐Ÿ“ท ๐Ÿ“ท ๐Ÿ“ท ๐Ÿ“ท (4/5)

Weather Sensitivity

High

Special Events & Promotions

  • Santa and Mrs. Claus arrival by fire truck
  • Free S'mores Bar
  • Free Hot Chocolate
  • Free Kettle Corn
  • Free Caricatures
  • Free Caramel Apple Nachos

Tags

community celebrationfree eventSanta visitspetting zoofestive foodhot chocolatefamily friendlywinter activitiesholiday traditionlive music

Location

Strickfaden Park
2419 E. Perkins Ave.
Sandusky, OH
44870

Event Details

Duration

6 hours

Ages

All ages

Timed Entry

No

Organizer

Perkins Township

Food & Drink

Food trucks, Free S'mores Bar, Free Hot Chocolate, Free Kettle Corn

Tips & Advice

  • Arrive by 4 pm to see Santa and Mrs. Claus make their grand entrance on a fire truck.
  • Bring your own marshmallows and graham crackers if you want to guarantee s'mores, as the free bar might run out.
  • Dress warmly and in layers, as the event is outdoors and features fire pits.
  • Explore the craft vendors in The North Pole Vendor Tent for unique holiday gifts.
  • Take advantage of the free caricatures and caramel apple nachos for fun, festive treats.

Frequently Asked Questions

What time does Santa arrive?

Santa and Mrs. Claus are scheduled to arrive at 4:00 PM on a Perkins Township Firetruck.

Is there food available for purchase?

Yes, there will be food trucks on-site offering a variety of options for purchase.

Are there any costs associated with the event?

No, Perkins Township WinterFest is a FREE community event, and many treats like hot chocolate, kettle corn, and the s'mores bar are also complimentary.

Can I bring my pet?

While there is a petting zoo, the pet policy for attendees is not explicitly stated. It's best to assume pets are not allowed unless they are service animals.

What activities are available for children?

Children can enjoy the petting zoo, a free s'mores bar, free hot chocolate, free kettle corn, free caricatures, and meeting Santa and Mrs. Claus.

Always check the official website for the most current information.

We've done our best to keep details up-to-date, but event schedules, prices, and policies can change. For the latest updates, please visit the official website or contact the organizers directly.

Contributors & Updates

Last Updated: Oct 30, 2025
Original Submitter: Sep 17, 2025 The Christmas Events Near Me editorial team

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