Christmas at The Stanley: Featuring Santa and His North Pole Pals!
Saturday, December 19, 2026 | 1:00 PM–3:00 PM
The Stanley Theatre | Utica, NY
The North Pole is coming to Utica! Join Santa Claus and his North Pole Pals for a magical Christmas celebration filled with holiday characters, music, surprises, family fun, and unforgettable memories at The Stanley Theatre.
Get your tickets in person at the box office located at 259 Genesee St. or by phone at 315-724-4000.
Meet Wannabe the Magical Christmas Moose, Twinkle the Talking Christmas Tree, Frostina the Life-Size Christmas Ornament, Professor Brindlewick Fudge, and the Winter Wonderland Princesses. Explore Santa’s Post Office, attend Elf University, enjoy holiday treats, take photos with your favorite characters, and collect autographs and stamps in your very own ’Twas the Night Before Christmas keepsake book!
Choose Your Christmas Experience
North Pole Experience
- Child: $59 (all fees included)
- Parent/Guardian: $25 (all fees included)
Enjoy the full North Pole experience with Santa and his magical friends, character interactions, photos, activities, and holiday surprises.
Santa’s VIP Grand Parade Experience
- VIP Child: $109
- Parent/Guardian: $25
- Limited to just 50 VIP children!
Arrive at noon for a private VIP entrance, exclusive character interactions, a special North Pole gift, and the opportunity to ride aboard Santa’s Horse Wagon during the Grand Christmas Parade along Genesee Street, weather and safety permitting. VIP guests will also enjoy a special presentation with Santa, priority character interactions, and exclusive surprises.
Important VIP Parade Information: The outdoor parade and wagon ride are subject to weather and animal-safety conditions. If these activities cannot safely take place, affected VIP guests will receive an invitation to a special VIP Breakfast with Santa on a future date in place of the cancelled outdoor experience. Monetary refunds will not be issued for weather-related cancellations, postponements, or modifications.
Bring the whole family and make this Christmas one to remember. From Santa’s grand arrival to magical North Pole encounters, Christmas at The Stanley is an afternoon filled with holiday wonder and memories to treasure for years to come.
