Dear KidsOutAndAbout readers:

The holiday spirit shines bright at Knott's Merry Farm this year, now through Jan. 4. Experience a Knott's Christmas celebration with winter wonderland-inspired décor that has transformed the entire park into a classic holiday festival, featuring a landscape of thousands of twinkling lights, miles of themed garland, jumbo snowflakes and a variety of picturesque seasonal settings. Knott's Merry Farm offers Christmas activities for families and joyful experiences inspired by the spirit of the holidays.

Park-goers of all ages can enjoy Christmas shows such as Home for the Holidays, a musical revue featuring classic Christmas tunes, holiday lights, magical dancing toys and dazzling snow, all set on an elaborate, transforming wintertime stage. The holiday season at Knott's Merry Farm also means a return of the beloved ice show starring the famous beagle, the Peanuts Gang and a cast of world-class ice skaters.

'Tis the season for delectable holiday dining food that can't be found anywhere else and only offered this time of year. Guests can indulge in traditional holiday classics with a twist, including Santa’s turkey dinner muffin and Brussels sprouts eggnog bread pudding with a whiskey caramel sauce.

The streets of Calico play host to a Christmas Crafts Village offering one-of-a-kind gift ideas and a magical snow and glow experience dancing to the beat of holiday music. Guests can also experience Santa's Christmas Cabin with Santa meet and greets, a nightly parkwide holiday lighting moment, cookie decorating with Mrs. Claus plus so much more this wondrous winter season at Knott's Merry Farm.

Learn about everything happening this season at Knott's Merry Farm this season at their website. While you're there, check out the 2026 Season Passes: they make an awesome gift!

Best,

Debra Ross
Publisher
KidsOutAndAbout.com