Illustration of Santa waving from a log cabin porch in a snowy forest with a lantern path leading families to him (One Enchanted Evening)

One Enchanted Evening

Visitors can take a complimentary horse-drawn carriage ride through streets illuminated by luminaries and strings of white lights. Participating local shops dress in their holiday best and open their doors for hospitality, offering hot chocolate prepared by Santa's elves. Strolling carolers also perform holiday songs to entertain guests throughout the evening.

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Plan Your Visit

When

Tickets

The horse-drawn carriage ride is complimentary.

Hours

5:00pm–8:00pm.

Ages

All ages

Neighborhood

Old Town Clovis

Food & Drink

Hot chocolate is prepared by groups of Santa’s elves, and visitors are invited to enjoy a cup of cocoa.

Going?

Location

Old Town Clovis · Clovis, CA Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 (5/5)

Best For

Families and visitors of all ages

Vibe

Old-fashioned and festive

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

Moderate

Tips & Advice

  • Dress warmly for an evening outdoors, since the open house runs after dark with carolers and luminaries lighting the streets of Old Town.
  • Expect company, because thousands of people come down to Old Town Clovis for this old-fashioned holiday open house.
  • Pop into the participating Old Town shops, which open their doors for hospitality and serve hot chocolate made by Santa's elves.
  • Make time for the free horse-drawn carriage ride, which takes you through the decorated streets of Old Town Clovis.
  • Local businesses that want their name or logo on the carriage banner can call the Old Town office or email for the sponsorship packet.

Links & Contact

Run by Business Organization Of Old Town

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is it good for kids?

Yes. The evening is meant for the whole family, young and old.

What is there to do?

Take a free horse-drawn carriage ride through Old Town's decorated streets and listen to groups of carolers. You can also visit the participating shops, which are dressed up for the holidays and lit with white lights and luminaries.

Is there anything to eat or drink?

Yes. Santa's elves make hot chocolate, and the participating businesses open their doors with cocoa and hospitality.

How busy does it get?

Very busy. Thousands of people come to Old Town for this holiday open house.

How can a business take part?

Merchants must be members of B.O.O.T. to participate. Local businesses can also sponsor the carriage rides and get their name or logo on the Carriage Banner. To sponsor, call the Old Town office or email for the sponsorship packet.

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