Santa on the Road to Manhattan: Columbus Circle Prepares to Become the North Pole

Columbus Circle has always been good at creating a festive atmosphere, but this year it's raising the bar even higher – You will be able to write wishes to the Christmas Angel and take a photo in the pink Barbie zone.

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For each completed task, participants receive a stamp, and once they've collected them all, they'll be taken to Santa's Christmas Carnival—a finale featuring trampolines, creative workshops, games, and prizes.

"Kids will be thrilled as they collect stamps at each magical stage," noted producer Brandon Voss. "From building toys in Santa's Workshop to racing through Gingerbread Land, every moment will be filled with festive wonder, culminating in a vibrant Santa Carnival—the perfect holiday finale."

Tickets start at $35, with a VIP option for $55 including priority entry, materials for a workshop (Build-A-Bear or Gingerbread Workshop), and unlimited hot cocoa. The attraction is open daily from 10:00 a.m. to 16:00 p.m., but costs book in advance.