Lights glimmer along the walkways and the first hints of snow start to appear in the forecast. You can feel the excitement building as Biltmore Park Town Square prepares for one of its most beloved community traditions. Saturday, December 6, families and friends will gather for Santa in the Square & Holiday Market, a celebration filled with the most joyful moments of the season.
Date: Saturday, December 6
Time: Visits with Santa from 3-6 PM, Market until 7 PM
Location: Town Square Green & Town Square Blvd
Meeting Santa and Making Memories
The first thing you notice when you arrive at the Town Square Green is the energy. Children tug excitedly at their parents’ hands as they rush toward the sight of Santa waiting to greet them. The scene feels straight out of a storybook. Santa listens closely as little ones share their Christmas wishes while Mrs. Claus offers a warm smile to all the passersby. The elves add an extra touch of cheer, creating an atmosphere that feels both magical and classic. Families capture keepsake photos that will be framed on mantels and tucked into holiday cards for years to come. Meetings with Santa are a classic memory-making moment and you won’t find a better opportunity than in Biltmore Park.
Family Fun Around Every Corner
Surrounding the Santa experience is an entire world of holiday fun. The Paper Crowns fill the air with lively music bringing the community together with dance and song. Laughter flows from the North Pole Express Station where children write letters to Santa with careful concentration. Nearby, Indulge Image’s holiday photo booth camper draws families in with joyful unique snapshots. At the craft stations, little hands paint ornaments, shape holiday treasures, and explore creative projects with Claying Around and Zaniac. The Sweet Escape adds warmth with the smell of hot chocolate and freshly made treats. Everywhere you turn, something captures your attention and pulls you further into the experience.
Magical Moments Throughout the Square
The energy in the Square grows throughout the afternoon as stilt walkers from Asheville Aerial Arts glide gracefully above the sidewalks and the sparkle of Mountain Fairy Hair catches the glow of the twinkling lights. Face painters turn children into snowflakes, reindeer, and candy cane characters that wander the event with huge smiles. Little ones getting chilly or just need a break from the action? Stop in at Barnes & Noble for a special holiday storytime. With so much to see and do you’re sure to have fun in Biltmore Park
A Holiday Market Full of Local Treasures
A short walk along Town Square Boulevard leads you to the heart of the Holiday Market. With 35+ unique vendors, this holiday experience feels like stepping into a small festive village. Booths glow beneath strands of lights while local vendors share the best of their seasonal creations. With everything from handcrafted ornaments and wooden toys to gourmet popcorn and aromatic body care products you are sure to find great gifts for the holiday season. As you wander from booth to booth, there is a sense of discovery that makes holiday shopping feel fun again, a far cry from gift cards and socks.
Don’t forget to stop by the Country Fields booth to take a look at some of the best fresh Christmas trees and wreaths Western North Carolina has to offer. Just pick a tree and our amazing staff will help you get your tree loaded for a seamless experience.
A Day That Connects the Community
Santa in the Square brings the community together in a way that feels warm, welcoming, and full of holiday cheer. Whether you stay for an hour or make an afternoon of it, you will find yourself carried by the magic that fills every corner of Biltmore Park Town Square. From unique gifts to non-stop entertainment and engaging experiences Santa in the Square is sure to be a day full of festive fun.
As you plan your holiday season in Biltmore Park, don’t miss our newest festive experience — the Winter Lights Trolley to the NC Arboretum!
