As you may have guessed my family adores Muskoka, Canada. We spend much of our summers here, surrounded by lakes and nature scenery you just cannot find anywhere else. Seems fitting to me that Santa also loves Muskoka and spends his summers here at Santa’s Village in Bracebridge, ON.
Up until this week we had never had the pleasure of visiting Santa’s Village, but thankfully the fine folks at the magical place offered me some passes to experience my favourite holiday in August!
Santa’s Village is located in Bracebridge, Ontario which is in the heart of Muskoka. It’s a 2 hour drive from Toronto and oh-so worth it. Take a day with your family, head up and perhaps stay at the campground on site. You can pull in your own trailer, tent or rent accommodations on site.
The day of our trip to Santa’s Village arrived and we were excited to check it out with 11 of our friends! Hey, if you’re heading to something this special wouldn’t you want to share it? We had two other families meet us there and the chatter reached excruciating pitches as we made our way into the Village.
As we walked into the park, I quickly noticed the absence of high-techery which so often greets us these days. There were no HUGE screens screaming at us, no stores pulling the kids in with large purchase items….there was a simpleness which was oh-so-refreshing. The beautiful Christmas theme was well done, the soft Christmas music played in the background and the essence of innocence surrounded us.
One of the first activities the children were drawn to was the Elf Oath. There they stood wearing their complementary elf hats in the middle of the entry square and recited the oath together….honestly it was adorable.
Activities at Santa’s Village
Santa’s Village has quite an assortment of activities which all ages can enjoy!
Rides
In our group we had kids from the ages of 4 – 12 and I can honestly say that everyone had FUN! From the beautiful Swan Paddle boats, the Red Baron Airplanes, the Peddlecarts to Santa’s Rollercoaster all of the kids agreed that there was something for everyone.
Animals
The kids were jazzed to meet Santa’s reindeer who were enjoying their time in Muskoka. There is also a petting zoo where you can see sheep, goats, a lama and more!
Food
We enjoyed a lunch together with pizza, burgers, chicken fingers and fries it was HEAVEN to the kids. We adults especially appreciated the long picnic tables which easily accommodated our large party.
Splash Pad
Summers are HOT here in Muskoka and the Splash pad allows everyone to cool off under candy cane fountains! Bring your suits and enjoy this splash pad which has it’s own beach and watch out for the tipping buckets!
Sportsland
On the 60 acre property there is an area called Sportsland which is for the older kids & the adults. Here we were able to pay to play, enjoying batting cages, go-carts, laser tag and bungee trampolines. This was a highlight for the Dads of our group and I suspect I’ll have to listen to a certain man brag about being the laser-ninja for some time….
Thank you to Santa’s Village from all of us, we truly had a wonderful day and plan to return!!
WIN passes to Santa’s Village
How would you like to spend a day at Santa’s Village? I’ve been blessed with tickets to giveaway here to one lucky Canadian reader. The prize is a Family Pass for 4 to be used at Santa’s Village this season. Entry is simple, just fill in the Rafflecopter form below.
This giveaway ends August 15th, winner will have 24 hours to respond before another winner is drawn. Good luck!
20 Responses
I remember going as a kid with my aunt and never forgetting the fact that SAnta Claus must have been hot in his suit in the middle of summer!! I am glad to see that your family experience was the same that I had many, many, many years ago!
I’ve never been. My sister in law took my kids a long time ago, and when I only had 3 kids for her to take. They’d LOVE LOVE LOVE to go!!
I have never been but it would be a lot of fun I’m sure!
Haven’t been since I was a kid. It was my last family trip before my family lost my oldest Brothe “Bradley” would love to go again with my family!!
We have never been there but would love to take my daughter before she gets much older! looks like tons of fun!
We have never been and want to spent our 10th anniversary there with our kids. the picks u posted just sealed the deal. Thanks Julie
Hey Julie,
We’ve never been, but others in our family have been going for years. They love it!! And we’d really like the chance at bringing our two kids there to enjoy the fun as well. Thanks for giving us a chance at the giveaway :)
Never been and really want to go!
Ive never been to Santas Village in Bracebridge even tho I live in Petawawa and have passed it many times on our way to London Ont! It might be a fun stop over with the kids!
I think my family went once when I was young…so quite a long time ago.
I’m looking forward to taking my daughter there. I’m sure it has changed an awful lot over the years.
I visited Santa’s Village 30 years ago with my children.
Haven’t been since I was a kid. It was my last family trip before my family lost my oldest Brother “Bradley” i would love to go again with my family!!
No, I have never been to Santa Village
Surprisingly no. My brother lives just outside of Bracebridge as well as my Grandpa, a few aunts/uncles & cousins and have since I was a kid – and we’ve never been!
We went last summer and had a blast!
I have never been but it sounds like a great place for the children or grandchildren
Yes I have been there a few times. It’s a lot of fun!!! When my kids were small, they loved it. It’s definitely an awesome place to take your family.
I have never been to Santa’s Village, neither have my children. My brother took his family last year and said they had afantastic time with plans to go this Sept.
Never been and I think my kids would love it. We’ve never taught them to believe in Santa but I think they’d still have so much fun.
not yet :(