Create unforgettable memories at Winterfest, Chautauqua’s annual holiday celebration! Enjoy festive food and drinks, live music, horse-drawn carriage rides, and a variety of family-friendly activities. From exploring the holiday market to crafting ornaments, there’s something for everyone.

Ticket prices range from $23.00 – $31.50.

Carriage Rides

Make a lasting memory with a cozy carriage ride around the picturesque Chautauqua Green!
10:00 AM – 4:30 PM

Winter Fairy Forest

Discover a winter wonderland where fairies frolic in their very own forest on the Chautauqua Auditorium stage!
10:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Santa’s Cottage

Visit Santa and Mrs. Claus in the historic Missions House Lodge, all spruced up for the holidays and ready to take a picture!
10:00 AM – 4:30 PM

Craft Making

Create a thoughtful holiday keepsake by the warmth of a cozy fire!
10:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Cookie Decorating

Celebrate the festive season by decorating delicious cookies from the local bakery, The Sugar Cookie Store!
10:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Petting Zoo

Meet our friendly farm animals at the WinterFest petting zoo. From fainting goats to mini Highland cows, there’s something for everyone to love!
10:00 AM – 6:00 PM

WinterFest Pass

Passes can also be purchased day of at the Chautauqua Box Office.
Free for kids 2 and under!
The WinterFest Pass includes all of these activities and more!
Choose our Four Pack Pass to save 15%

Individual Pass: $31.50

Four Pack Pass: $103

LIVE MUSIC

LAPOMPE: A Very Django Holiday Show

Thursday, December 5 | 8:00 PM
Community House

Get ready for a delightful re-interpretation of classic Christmas & Holiday music through the lens of Early Swing & Hot-Club Jazz. Burning Gypsy jazz tunes mixed with Carol of the Bells, Honeysuckle Rose mixed with Let it Snow, and so much more!

SOLD OUT!

Jeff & Paige Holiday Concert and Tree Lighting

Friday, December 6 | 4:00 PM
Community House

Join Jeff and Paige for a magical holiday concert filled with music, laughter, and fun! Their interactive live show is a Chautauqua holiday tradition and is perfect for the whole family. Sing along and join us for the festive tree lighting and lantern walk to the magical fairy forest in the Auditorium to follow!

Breakfast with Santa

Saturday, December 7 | 9:00 AM & 11:30 AM

Enjoy a delicious breakfast with Santa and make memories that will last a lifetime. Experience it all in the beautifully decorated 126-year-old Chautauqua Dining Hall!

Chautauqua Dining Hall
Saturday, December 7
First Seating: 9:00 AM
Second Seating: 11:30 AM
Pricing: Adult: $36, Child: $32 (prices are inclusive of fees)
*Includes food, non-alcoholic beverages, tax, and gratuity

SOLD OUT!