Christmas at the Park
Guests can be the first to drive through the holiday light wonderland to kick off the season. Visitors can step out of their vehicles around the concession area to take photos with holiday displays and meet Santa.
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Plan Your Visit
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When
Tickets
Pay What You Can Night; free admission to DCFS foster homes across the surrounding counties. No other ticket prices are stated on this page.
Ages
All ages
Food & Drink
The concession stand offers hot chocolate and food, with proceeds supporting the Jonesboro City Stars youth programs.
Parking
Parking is included in admission; several parking lots are available, and visitors may stay as long as they like.
Accessibility
There is a dedicated handicap parking area, a ramp to the concession area, and accessible restrooms.
Pets
Animals may be in vehicles, but only registered service animals are permitted outside vehicles. Service animals must be leashed, wear identifiable markers, and have excrements promptly cleaned up.
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Tips & Advice
- Arrive early if you want to leave your vehicle for photos, Santa, or concessions, since guests cannot exit near closing.
- Check the event’s Facebook page on the day of your visit because weather can change or cancel activities.
- Wear clothing suitable for being outside the vehicle around the concession area and displays.
- Bring proof of service-animal status if bringing a registered service animal outside your vehicle, and keep it leashed.
- Use the included parking lots and follow directional officers when arriving by vehicle.
Special Events & Promotions
- Opening Night is on Thanksgiving, November 26; the first 26 cars get a free stocking stuffer.
- Santa is present on Opening Night, and photos with Santa are free.
- Closing Night is December 24.
- The Santa Shuffle Fun Run on December 8 is a walk/run-through event; the gates do not reopen afterward.
- The REAL Santa will be present at the Santa Shuffle Fun Run.
Links & Contact
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Frequently Asked Questions
What can visitors do after the drive-through?
Around the concession area, visitors can take photos with displays, meet Santa, visit the gift shop, and enjoy activities such as inflatables, checkers, and roasting marshmallows.
What food and drink are available?
The concession stand offers hot chocolate and food. Proceeds support the Jonesboro City Stars Youth Programs.
Can visitors leave their vehicles to see the displays or meet Santa?
Yes. Visitors can leave their vehicles around the concession area, but should arrive early enough to do so before the gate closes.
What accessibility facilities are available?
There is dedicated accessible parking, a ramp to the concession stand area, and accessible restrooms. Flashing lights are used throughout the park.
Can pets come along?
Animals may stay in vehicles. Only registered service animals may leave vehicles; they must be leashed, wear identifiable markers, and have their waste promptly cleaned up.
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