Once again Legendary Santa, along with his beautiful Snow Queen and comical elf, bring the magic of Christmas to life for thousands of children and their families, as they have for generations. Come visit the magic of Santa Land, share your Christmas wishes, ride the Polar Train and take your pictures with Santa for memories of “the most wonderful time of the year”. A visit with Legendary Santa is free to the public; Polar Train ride, $1; picture packages vary in price.

Legendary Santa Hours – CMoR Central only (Friday, November 23 – Monday, December 24):

Opening Day – Friday, Nov 23: 9am-5pm

Saturdays, Nov 24 – Dec 22: 9am-5pm

Sundays, Nov 25 – Dec 23: 9am-5pm

Monday, Nov 26 – Friday, Nov 30: 2pm-5pm

Monday, Dec 3 – Friday, Dec 7: 11am-5pm

Monday, Dec 10 – Friday, Dec 14: 9am-8pm

Monday, Dec 17 – Friday, Dec 21: 9am-8pm

Christmas Eve – Monday, Dec 24: 9am-2pm

Please remember, Legendary Santa must leave promptly at closing time so be sure to plan your trip accordingly, as waiting times can exceed 2 hours. For more information on Legendary Santa, call the Santa Hotline at (804) 474-7009 or email Santa@c-mor.org. You can also get up-to-the-minute information on Legendary Santa’s Facebook page.

Sunrise with Santa – CMoR Central only

Saturdays, Dec.1-Dec. 22 – 8am

Sundays, Dec. 2-Dec. 23 – 8am

Monday, Dec.17-Friday, Dec. 21 – 8am

Sunrise with Santa is a special ticketed program which allows a limited number of families to share in the delight of Legendary Santa without having to wait in the long line. Enjoy the magic of watching Legendary Santa come down the chimney and along with a picture taking opportunity. The program begins promptly at 8:00am on the dates listed.

Tickets are $60 for up to 6 family members and must be purchased in advance. For complete details or to purchase tickets, visit www.childrensmuseumofrichmond.org, or call (804) 474-7009, beginning November 1. Sunrise tickets do not include museum admission.

Sunset with Santa – CMoR Central only

Saturdays, Dec.1-Dec. 22 – 6pm

Sundays, Dec. 2- Dec. 23 – 6pm

Sunset with Santa is a special ticketed program which allows a limited number of families to share in the delight of Legendary Santa without having to wait in the long line. Enjoy the magic of watching Legendary Santa come down the chimney and along with a picture taking opportunity. The program begins promptly at 5:30pm on the dates listed.

Tickets are $60 for up to 6 family members and must be purchased in advance. For complete details or to purchase tickets, visit www.childrensmuseumofrichmond.org, or call (804) 474-7009, beginning November 1. Sunset tickets do not include museum admission.

Tea with Santa – Hilton Garden Inn

Join Legendary Santa and the Singing Elf for a warm afternoon of seasonal beverages, tasty treats, and merriment in an intimate setting. This long standing tradition will once again be held in the Old Miller & Rhoads Tea Room, located in the Hilton Garden Inn downtown.

Tickets are $30 for members and $35 for non-members. Visit www.childrensmuseumofrichmond.org beginning November 1 to purchase tickets to Tea with Santa. Children under 1 do not need a separate ticket for tea with Santa.

All Teas begin at 2:00pm:

Sundays, December 2, 9, 16

Saturday, December 15

Tuesday, December 18

Wednesday, December 19

Thursday, December 20

Santa Land is sponsored by Bon Secours.