We all know where Santa’s workshop is – the North Pole, of course! But here’s a secret that’s not as well advertised. In fact, it’s something that very few people know about the jolly Father Christmas. Did you know that, in addition to his workshop, Santa also has his very own castle? And it’s located in none other than Storm Lake, Iowa.
Come one, come all, to Santa’s Castle, a magical Christmas-time attraction in Storm Lake, Iowa. Here, for a night at least, everyone who enters these doors turns into a kid again.
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It all started with the purchase of four animated elves way back in 1962. Now, Santa’s Castle boasts one of the largest displays of antique and animated Christmas characters in the whole nation!
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The entire collection is on display in the historic Carnegie Library in Storm Lake. There’s no other place quite like it in the world.
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Opening around Thanksgiving each year and running through Christmas weekend, Santa’s Castle has become a beloved holiday tradition for many.
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All ages are welcome to enjoy the festivities. Admission price, payable only by cash or check, ranges from free to just $5 per person, depending on age.
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In addition to Christmas ornaments, Christmas trees, Christmas figurines, Christmas lights, and Christmas animals, there are even Christmas trains.
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Come see Santa in his castle before it’s too late and he heads back to the North Pole to begin work on next year’s Christmas presents!
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Do you look forward to a visit to Santa’s Castle in Iowa each Christmas? To add this to your holiday routine, head over to Santa’s Castle’s website to learn more about hours, admission prices, and other details you’ll need to know to plan your visit. And don’t miss the opportunity to enjoy even more holiday cheer this season with these magical light displays in Iowa!
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Address: Santa’s Castle, 200 E 5th St, Storm Lake, IA 50588, USA
