Old Fashioned Christmas Celebration

Experience the Magic of the Old Fashioned Christmas!

Are you looking for a unique, fun-filled family activity to kick off the holiday season? Look no further than Chautauqua Wawasee's Old-Fashioned Christmas! This beloved annual event in Syracuse is back and bigger than ever in 2024, offering even more family-friendly activities.

Highlights of the Celebration

- Meet Santa and His Reindeer: Kids can enjoy a special moment with Santa and even pet his live reindeer!

- Live Nativity: Experience the true meaning of Christmas with our live nativity scene.

- Horse-Drawn Wagon Rides: Take a cozy ride through the festive grounds.

- Enjoy a special reading of "Twas the Night Before Christmas": by one of Santa's very own Elves!

- Big Tree Lighting: Witness the magical lighting of our 50-foot Christmas tree, a highlight of the evening.

- Reading of the Christmas Story: Join us at the historic Oakwood Chapel for a heartfelt reading of the Christmas story from the Bible, keeping Christ in Christmas.

- Christmas Photo Booth: Capture the perfect family moment with our festive photo booth, complete with props and your phone's camera.

- Holiday Characters: Keep an eye out for Frosty, the Grinch, Rudolph, Buddy the Elf, the Toy Soldier, and the Gingerbread Man, who will be roaming the park for fun and photo opportunities.

- Fun Holiday Games for Kids: Keep the kiddos entertained with fun games!

Free and open to the public! Oakwood Resort,(outdoor event, so dress for the weather)

Time:
Music starts at 5:30 PM
Activities start at 6 PM