Carson City Santa Events Roundup for 2019: How, when and where you can find Old St. Nick

While it isn't quite Christmas-weather yet, I'm assuming at some point it will get cold and we can finally get into the upcoming holiday spirit! When that time comes, there are a ton of great Santa-related events going on in Carson City for you and the little ones to enjoy.

Make sure to fill out your 'Letters to Santa' to be featured during Carson Now's 2019 Holiday Celebration!

Check below for our 2019 Santa Claus Roundup in Carson City.

— Now through Christmas week, the annual Polar Express train featuring the one an only St. Nick will be leaving the East Gate Depot for a magical Christmas experience.

During the holiday season, characters, entertainment and Santa bring the story to life, with a souvenir silver sleigh bell to remember the journey. The one-hour long rides are fun for the whole family. VIP parlor car tickets also available.

These tickets are going quickly, so be sure to get yours now!

For more information on the Polar Express, click here.

— Santa will be available for a visit and pictures at the Brewery Arts Center, hosted by Storytime Photography.

Santa’s Village will be found in the Black Box Theatre, and Santa will be accompanied by his giant sleigh with music, lights and magic!

He’ll be available on all weekends in Dec. from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m., and by appointment on Thursdays, Fridays and Black Friday. Santa is of course pet friendly!

For more information on this Santa event, click here.

— On Dec. 1, Santa can be found at the Carson Mall Breakfast with Santa event, from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Santa will be visiting with children and their families throughout the morning.
Breakfast will consist of fluffy pancakes with syrup, bacon, orange juice, apple juice and coffee.

Tickets are $10 per person, children 3 years and under are free! Save $5 by bringing a toy for Toys for Tots.

Breakfast with Santa will be held in the Carson Mall 1313 S. Carson St.

For details or to purchase tickets, contact the Chelsea Lavender (775) 671-8150 or stop by the Magical Moments Photography Studio inside the Carson Mall. Seating is limited!

To learn more about Breakfast with Santa click here.

— The Carson Mall will be hosting Santa for free visits with children every weekend through Dec. 22.

Santa will be at the Carson Mall on the south side. Visits are always Free. Each child will receive a small gift and candy cane. Pictures printed on-site & digitals available for purchase. Inside the Carson Mall at Magical Moments Photography Studio. 1325 S. Carson St. Carson City, NV. Phone: 775-461-3535.

To learn more, click here.

— On Dec. 6, the annual Silver and Snowflakes Festival and Christmas Tree Lighting will begin at 4:30 with carraige rides, cocoa, a chorus of 5th grade singers, and of course, Santa Clause! The grumpy old Grinch is also rumored to be in attendance.

To learn more about this annual must-see festivity, click here.

— On Dec. 7 and 8, 14 and 15, and 21 and 22, the Carson City Santa Train will be in full steam for all your Santa needs! The cost for Santa Train is $5 per person, with children 2 and under sitting on a lap are free.

Trains leave every 30 minutes between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m.

Every Santa Visitor will receive a candy cane aboard the train, and there will be a Letters to Santa table available.

For more information on Santa Train, click here.

— On Dec. 7, Santa will be available for photos at Bensons Feed Store hosted by CASI, so our fluffy friends can enjoy the Christmas spirit, too!

Join CASI for a fun holiday event! Leashed pets are invited to visit with Santa and have their picture taken. Children are welcome too! It's even a great opportunity to have your family holiday photo taken! Pictures are $15 which includes a printed and framed 4x6 plus a digital copy to share. Santa and his elves can't wait to see you!

For more information on this fur-friendly event, click here.

— Visit Galaxy Fandago any weekend in December for Photos with Santa, the benefits of which will go towards the Carson City Greenhouse Project.

Santa will be appearing at St. Nick's Village, located at Casino Fandango between the Sky Bridge and Galaxy Theater, each Saturday and Sunday between Thanksgiving and Christmas from 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. The first 4X6 photo with Santa is free, and donations will be accepted to benefit The Greenhouse Project.

To learn more, click here.

— Santa will be visiting the Children's Museum of Northern Nevada on Dec. 7. Bring your family to meet and take pictures with Santa Claus! Santa will be visiting the Children’s Museum of Northern Nevada on Dec. 7 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., with crafts from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., story time at 10 a.m., with Santa-related activities throughout!

Regular admission applies. The Children’s Museum of Northern Nevada is located at 813 N. Carson Street, Carson City, NV.

— On Dec. 13 - 15, the first annual Homestead Holidays at Silver Saddle Ranch, hosted by the Carson City Parks, Recreation and Open Space Department, will be bringing a free family event to the community with old-school Christmas charm.

This event includes carriage rides, pictures with Santa, a Letters to Santa table, live music, crafts, lights, family fun, food, and much more.

Carson City Parks, Recreation & Open Space is pleased to announce this new community special event. Silver Saddle Ranch is is working ranch, yet it is part of our Open Space Program. Come celebrate the holidays with your family and friends and enjoy the thousands of lights decorating the historic barns, house, fences, and cottonwood trees. Activities include photos with Santa, letters to Santa hosted by Carson Now, carriage rides, live music, food offered by Carson City Kiwanis, decorated antique tractors, and more. We're keeping it old fashioned! Sponsored by: Capital Glass, Visit Carson City, Lumos & Associates, Miles Construction, Q&D Construction, Western Nevada Supply, and Allison Mackenzie, Ltd.

For more information, click here.

— On Dec. 14, enjoy the Pancakes with Santa fundraiser to benefit Miss Carson City, Miss Douglas County and Outstanding Teen Scholarship Program.

Pancakes with Santa is a Fundraiser for our Miss Carson City, Miss Douglas County and Outstanding Teen Scholarship Program. It will be held at the Calvary Chapel, 1635 E Clearview Dr., in Carson City, Dec. 14 from 9 to 11 a.m.

To learn more, click here.

— Dec. 15, Cookies with Santa is back at Gather in Carson City from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Gather is serving complimentary house made cookies by Dana's Desserts of Carson City. Cost: $5.00 per adult and an unwrapped toy - Children are FREE! Photo with Santa by TD Photography. Address: 402 N. Carson Street, Carson City, NV

Do you have a Santa event coming up through Christmas? Let us know by submitting yours here!