Chautauqua WinterFest
December 5 – 7th
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 $12-$28.
WinterFest Pass Activities
Saturday, December 7
Carriage Rides
Make a lasting memory with a cozy carriage ride around the picturesque Chautauqua Green!
10:00 AM – 4:30 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
Cookie Decorating
Celebrate the festive season by decorating delicious cookies from the local bakery, The Sugar Cookie Store!
10:00 – 6:00 PM
Craft Making
Create a thoughtful holiday keepsake by the warmth of a cozy fire!
10:00 – 6:00 PM
Fairy Forest
Discover a hidden world of wonder and imagination amidst the intricate wooden sculptures on the Chautauqua Auditorium stage!
10:00 – 6:00 PM
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!
Jeff & Paige’s 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 perfect for the whole family. Sing along and join us for the festive tree lighting to follow!
Breakfast with Santa
Saturday, December 7 | 9:00 AM & 11:30 AM
Enjoy a delicious breakfast, a special appearance by Santa himself, and memories that will last a lifetime. Experience it all in the beautifully decorated 125-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
Behind The Scenes Tour
Saturday, December 7 | 10:00 – 6:00 PM
Galey Cottage Tour
Green Room Tour
Go behind the scenes at Chautauqua! Explore our newly renovated Auditorium Green Room, with its luxurious amenities and restored original architecture. Across the street, visit the historic Galey Cottage, a newly rehabilitated historic landmark and the ultimate Colorado mountain retreat for families and friends!
Free Activities
Tree Lighting
Holiday Market
Art In The Park
Dreidel Games
Kick off WinterFest as Chautauqua’s historic buildings and majestic evergreens are transformed into a glistening wonderland!
Friday, December 6 at 5:15 PM
Tackle all of your holiday shopping with unique, handcrafted goods from local artists and vendors at the Chautauqua Community House!
10:00 – 6:00 PM
The bears are back! Stroll the stunning Chautauqua grounds, and view our life-sized bears decorated by local artists. Bid on a bear for your chance to take one home!
Test your luck and skill at WinterFest’s dreidel game! Gather your family and friends for a fun-filled afternoon of spinning, winning, and celebrating Hanukkah in Academic Hall.
Food & Drink
Vendors will be announced soon!
Holiday Market
Vendors will be announced soon!
Purchase WinterFest Pass Tickets
WinterFest Pass
The WinterFest Pass includes:
- A horse-drawn carriage ride around the Chautauqua Green
- A visit to Santa’s Cottage
- Craft-making
- Cookie Decorating
- Fairy Forest
Available Saturday as individual passes or choose our four pack and save more!
Free for kids 2 and under
Passes can also be purchased day-of at the Chautauqua Box Office.
Volunteer
Help us spread the holiday cheer by volunteering at WinterFest!
Email Jeane.Woods@chautauqua.com by November 15th
All volunteers receive a free Behind The Scenes Galey Cottage and Green Room Tour (and a high-five)!
Sponsors
Join in the fun of WinterFest!
Become a sponsor, support Chautauqua and grow your business.
Sponsor packages start at just $500!