Dutch Winter Wonderland- Family Fun in Lancaster County, PA

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‘Tis the season to make new family memories at Dutch Winter Wonderland. Enjoy ten new activities that make this award-winning holiday event more festive than ever. Open each weekend, and every day during Christmas week there is plenty of time to make holiday memories this season.

Dutch Winter Wonderland

Dutch Wonderland is located north of Baltimore in Lancaster, PA in the heart of Amish Country. This family friendly park transforms into a Winter Wonderland. When you purchase your tickets in advance online you can save up to 50% on your visit.

Enjoy the Attractions

With 23 attractions open during the holiday event your little ones will enjoy rides on their favorite attractions. The Wonderland Special Train will take you on a magical tour around the park to see all of the shimmering light displays along the way.

Holiday Entertainment

There are ten new offerings this year for Dutch Winter Wonderland and they bring the park to life from open to close.

Santa’s Jolly Lodge- Get your wish list ready and let Santa know what you want for Christmas. Explore Santa’s cabin and take a one-of-a-kind photo.

Illumination Lane– Enjoy a scenic stroll along park creek down Illumination Lane. There are plenty of great spots for fun family photos along the way.

Merlin’s Magical Forest -Located in Prehistoric Path, Merlin hosts a brand new holiday spectacular!  Join  royal friends as he brings thousands of lights to life with holiday magic.  This brand new immersive light show is one not to miss.

A Chris-Mouse Carol– The residents of Melody Meadow are preparing for the big day in this fun puppet show. Located in Celebration Theater and shown at 3.30,5.30 and 7.30pm.

Dukes Blizzard Bash– Get your dance moves ready, because Duke it ready to boogie down in Market Square- under the snow nightly at 5.30,6.30 and 7.30 p.m.

Holiday Singalong– Head to the Celebration Theater and join friends each night at 4.30 and 6.30 pm to sing holiday favorites.

Holiday Scavenger Hunt– Kids can use their park map to lead them in an adventure of discovering some fun festive characters throughout the park.  Once you have found all of them, return your completed map for a special Dutch Winter Wonderland souvenir.

Storytime with Mrs. Claus– Gather around the Christmas Tree and join Mrs. Claus for this story time break featuring your favorite holiday tales. Watch the magic of these stories come to live right in front of your eyes.

Dutch Wonder Band– This fun new addition strolls through the park playing holiday hits and dancing along with guests!

Character Dining

The final new attraction this year is a super fun character dining experience. This limited event is held at 2.15 on Saturday’s, Sunday’s and Black Friday. Join Duke, Santa, and Mrs. Claus for a holiday meal in the Castle. We enjoyed a buffet lunch featuring a salad bar, baked ham, roast turkey, mashed potatoes, stuffing, mac & cheese, corn, green beans, and dinner rolls. Our meal ended with a decorate your own gingerbread!

The cost is only $15.99 for adults, $9.99 ages 3-10, and free for kids under 2.

Grab your favorite holiday attire and head to Dutch Winter Wonderland to make festive, fun winter memories.