Santa Spottings and Other Holiday Fun on Alabama’s Beaches
Santa and his elves are making stops in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach this December, and the beach is packed with holiday cheer. Come enjoy a white-sand coastal Christmas, complete with ice skating, tea with Santa, lighted boat parades and, of course, a sail with Santa on his floating sleigh.
Put a special sail with Santa at the top of your Christmas to-do list. Wild Hearts will be hoisting the main on Dec. 17 and 18, from 2 to 3:30 p.m. Bring your family for holiday refreshments, festive music and picture time with the Jolly Old Elf himself. Reserve your spot by calling 251-981-6700 or booking online. Admission is $25 for adults and $15 for children ages 2-12; children under 2 sail free.
In addition to sailing with Santa, mark your calendar for these fun Christmas events:
Dec. 9-10: 5th Annual Merry Market
Dec. 9-11: Arctic Express at Wales West RV Resort and Light Railway
Dec. 9-23 (weekends): Photos with Santa at The Wharf
Dec. 9-31: Magic Christmas in Lights at Bellingrath Gardens and Home
Dec. 9-Jan. 13: Ice Skating at The Wharf
Dec. 10: Santa Drop at Flora-Bama
Dec. 10: Lucy Buffett’s LuLu’s presents Billy Claus and the LuLuBelles
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