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Santa, Mrs. Claus, & The Grinch Kids & Family Festival Shipgarten DC Princess Parties Free Entry Santa, Mrs. Claus, and The Grinch on a Wooden floor with red blurred Christmas lights in the background

Santa, Mrs. Claus, & The Grinch Kids & Family Festival

Celebrate the Magic of the Holidays at Shipgarten’s Kids & Family Festival! Step into a winter wonderland of family-friendly fun at Shipgarten, Tysons Corner’s top family destination! Join us on Sunday, December 22nd, from 12 PM to 6 PM, for a jolly day of festive excitement hosted by Santa, Mrs. Claus, and The Grinch. Bring the whole family for an unforgettable holiday experience! Let your little ones’ imaginations sparkle with FREE face painting and arts & crafts. The holiday cheer continues with live music, great drinks, moon bounces, and a full outdoor playground—fun for everyone! Shipgarten loves your furry friends, too! Whether they prefer being on-leash or playing in our dog park, we’ve got Pup Cups and peanut butter-filled Kongs to spread some joy to your pups. — Event Details Shipgarten opens at 11 AM, with the festival running from 12 PM to 6 PM. Restaurants stay open until 2 AM—so stick around and keep the holiday vibes going! — Festival Schedule 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM: Face Painting, Moon Bounces, and Arts & Crafts 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM: Live Magic Show by Jake the Great 3:15 PM – 3:45 PM: Meet & Greet with Santa, Mrs. Claus, and The Grinch — Holiday Fun & Festivities at Shipgarten 2 Moon Bounces 2 Playground Sets Photo Booth with Festive Props Kids’ Corner with Face Painting & Crafts Outdoor Games & Holiday Competitions with Prizes Dog-Friendly Atmosphere with Special Treats for Pups Giveaways, Contests & Prizes Beer & Tasting Samples Delicious Food for All — Plus, we’ve got **two 155″ TV walls, 8 TVs, 2 outdoor projectors, and 3 indoor projectors** to make sure you don’t miss a single moment of the big games! Come celebrate the holidays at Shipgarten—where family, friends, and furry companions come together for a day filled with joy and cheer! 🎅🎄

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Holiday for the Hounds

This December we’re all about the holidays! Show your pup a little extra love and bring them out to Shipgarten December 28th from 1-6pm for our Holiday for the Hounds festival 🍻🐾 Try deluxe homemade treats from our doggie vendors, play in our dog park, or give your pup something from our special dog menu. Enjoy sampling over 40 breweries, compete in festival events for prizes, or take pictures in our photo booth- there’s something for everyone! Bring your furry friend by for a paws-itively adorable pic with Santa! 🐕🎅📸 DONATE A TOY TO THE TOY DRIVE! ALL TOYS WILL BE DONATED TO THE SECOND STORY FOR HOMELESS YOUTH!! ***Shipgarten opens at 11 AM & the festival runs from 1 PM until 6 PM. Restaurant closes at 12 AM*** EVENT SCHEDULE: 3:00 PM Doggy Games Smallest Dog ($25 to winner, based on audience vote!) Biggest Dog ($25 gift card to winner, based on audience vote!) Best Trick ($25 gift card to winner, based on audience vote!) 3:30 PM Dog & Owner Relay Race ($25 gift card to fastest time!) 4 :00 PM Best Dressed Dog ($25 to winner, based on audience vote!) ♫ Jason Hibler (4:00 PM – 7:30 PM) ♫ Live DJ (8:00 PM-2:00 AM) ALL DAY College Bowl Games ALL DAY College Basketball Winter Wonderland: ❅ Free Photos with Santa (dogs welcome) ❅ Hot Drinks Menu ❅ 3 Grand Christmas Trees ❅ Craft with Mrs.Claus in Santas Workshop ❅ Try Roasting S’mores at our Fire Pits ❅ Free Face Painting ❅ Photo Ops with Christmas Props ❅ 25+ Christmas Inflatables ❅ Holiday Music

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