Enjoy A Classical Christmas When You Attend This Charming Event In Iowa

When thinking about the best Christmas ever, the odds are all of us have one thing in common - it was one when we were kids! It's hard to recreate that sense of magic, when everything seemed larger than life and filled with magic. But there are still places to experience that magical feel - like the town of Clive, which hosts the best classic Christmas in Iowa at Holiday Hullabaloo. This ticketed event, which takes place both indoors and outdoors, turns a large building into a spectacular Santa's Workshop filled with attractions, photo ops, live animals, and, of course, jolly old Saint Nick, himself. The event runs between Thanksgiving and New Year's Eve; but it's heading into what's sure to be a magical final weekend on Friday December 22nd and Saturday, December  23rd, plus a week of post-Christmas festivities building to New Year's. So head to Clive, turn back the clock, and experience a magical Christmas like the old days.

Holiday Hullabaloo is the best Christmas event in Clive, Iowa, and you can still visit before they bring the curtain down on the 2023 season.

Taking place mostly indoors, this is a whimsical Christmas village that transports visitors to the North Pole.

As soon as you enter, your ears will be filled with classic Christmas music performed by live talent.

There are also unique stage shows, including whimsical puppet shows young guests will love.

For those seeking a little more adventure, pay a visit to the snowball fight arena!

Of course, it wouldn't be Christmas without old Saint Nick, and Santa's presence is big here. You can meet his reindeer and pose for a photo in his sleigh!

Of course, plenty of photo ops with Santa are available, and there's even an upgrade option for breakfast with Santa.

There are some more modern twists at this classic Christmas event, though - including a NORAD tracking station for Santa's sleigh!

General admission to Holiday Hullabaloo is $25 for adults and $15 for kids, and tickets can be purchased in advance on the website.

Have you attended Holiday Hullabaloo in Clive this or past years? Tell us about what you thought of this classic Christmas in Iowa in the comments section! To purchase tickets for the festival or for additional events like Breakfast with Santa, head to the Holiday Hullabaloo website and keep an eye on the Holiday Hullabaloo Facebook page for up-to-the-minute details. If you're in Clive, why not dine at Baker's Square for some of the best pie in Iowa? And if you're still trying to get some last-minute shopping done, check out our guide to the best gifts for travelers.