ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. — Erie County Parks shared on Saturday morning holiday celebrations are in full swing at Chestnut Ridge Park in Orchard Park. The annual Santa Land gathering will take place Saturday, Dec. 14 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the park.
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Guests can enjoy visits with Santa and Mrs. Claus, hayrides to Santa's workshop, live animals, arts and crafts, and Santa-themed wood branding. There will also be vendors, food, and entertainment during the event.
“We are excited to be presenting Santa Land at Chestnut Ridge Park again this year, it’s a wonderful free event that families look forward to year after year,” Parks Commissioner Troy P. Schinzel said during last year's event. “We welcome everyone to enjoy all that Santa Land has to offer, including the magic of Candy Cane Lane, but also to join in the spirit of giving by bringing a new, unwrapped toy for those less fortunate children within our community.”
The Erie Parks departments asks visitors to enter at the main entrance of Chestnut Ridge Park as parking will be available in the main lot only. Parking is also limited, so visitors are advised to come early and be prepare to wait for an open spot, if the lot is closed.
The free NFTA Parks Adventure Bus will once again be headed to the event. Use this link for more information on the Adventure Bus and schedule. The Paratransit Access Line (PAL) bus service will also be available for Santa Land.
