Santa on the Chimney at Chimney Rock State Park

Chimney Rock State Park is currently closed until further notice.

Chimney Rock has become Santa’s favorite place to train for his big night of deliveries. After a long summer, what better place to prepare and stay in shape than on one of the world’s largest chimneys (315 feet to be exact) at Chimney Rock State Park? The 27th Annual Santa on the Chimney will take place on Saturday, December 7, 2024, from 11 AM to 2 PM. Write a letter to Santa, enjoy live holiday music, hot cocoa, cookies, photo ops with Santa and Mrs. Claus, and meet live Park animal ambassadors.

Schedule of Events:

• Santa Rappels Down the Chimney – 11 AM, 12 PM, 2 PM
• Photos with Santa- 12:30-1:30 PM
• Guided Hike with an Elf – 11:15 AM and 1:15 PM
• Winter Family Animal Encounters – 11:30 AM and 1:30 PM
• Holiday Tunes with Lake Lure Classical Academy – 12:30 PM
• Eddie Cabbage Types Your Letter to Santa – All Day
• Create a Christmas Craft – All Day
• Make Your Own S’mores – All Day
• Holiday Shopping – All Day

USA Today named Chimney Rock one of the top 10 places to see Santa, so be sure to take advantage of this fun family tradition!