Knott’s Merry Farm is ready for a fresh sprinkling of holiday cheer and Santa Snoopy is bringing a sleigh-full of familiar yuletide cheer including charming shows, beautiful holiday décor, and delicious holiday treats.

Here’s a look at everything you need to know for the 2025 holiday season at Knott’s Merry Farm.

Festive Shows

‘Tis the Season Tree Lighting Ceremony

WHERE: Calico Park

  •  The nightly ceremony in Calico Park is a favorite celebration featuring an abundance of dancers, singers, and nostalgic charm.

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Snoopy’s Night Before Christmas Ice Show

WHERE: Walter Knott Theater

  • Knott’s ice-skating ensemble and Snoopy return in the charming retelling the classic poem “A Visit from St. Nicholas” re-imagined Peanuts style.

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Home for the Holidays

WHERE: Calico Mine Stage

  • Festive yuletide cheer is in store with joyous merriment, dancing, and fun set to popular holiday tunes.

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Bird Cage Theatre Plays

WHERE: Bird Cage Theatre

  • Knott’s melodrama company brings to life a reimagined version of Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol and Knott’s version of O. Henry’s classic tale with The Gift of the Magi, 1885 

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Live Entertainment

  • Calico Carolers: Knott’s own vocal quartet performs the songs of the season throughout the streets of Ghost Town.
  • Krazy Kirk and the Hillbillies: Bring a dose of Christmas cheer with energetic music and comedy for the whole family at the Wagon Camp
  • Adelaide Pilar brings Latin Caribbean and New York salsa at the Fiesta Plaza Stage

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More to Explore

Snow and Glow

WHERE: Ghost Town

  • Every night during Merry Farm, the park comes alive as the buildings and paths of Ghost Town fill with thousands of lights dancing to the beat of Christmas music while “snow” gently falls

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Santa’s Christmas Cabin

WHERE: Wilderness Dance Hall in Ghost Town

  • Take photos with Santa Claus and his friends
  • Find an array of holiday treats

Shopping and Dining

  • Knott’s Christmas Crafts Village is back with dozens of local artisans selling their unique gifts, including chainsaw wood carvings and elegant glass blowing.
  • Traditional holiday classics and new favorites with a twist including including chicken tamale fries, a turkey corn dog with a stuffing seasoned batter and a gingerbread cheesecake dip with Nilla wafers.

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See it for Yourself

Knott’s Merry Farm takes place from November 21, 2025 through January 4, 2026.

MORE INFO: See all MouseInfo coverage for Knott’s Merry Farm

But Wait, There’s More!

  • 2026 Season Pass includes unlimited visits through 2025 for both Knott’s and Six Flags, plus all of 2026, as well as discounts on select food and merchandise, exclusive bring-a-friend ticket offers and access to exciting seasonal events

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