Plan a full day of family fun! With over 2 dozen rides nestled at the foot of Pikes Peak our vintage family park is sure to entertain the young and young at heart.
What is the North Pole?
Enjoy the Christmas spirit year round in the shadow of Pikes Peak at the North Pole!
Our unique mountain park has over 2 dozen rides perfect for young families. Enjoy a relaxing ride on our train or take in breathtaking mountain views from the top of our iconic Ferris Wheel. Shop in one of our many unique gift shops or enjoy a meal at one of our eateries.
We are pleased to be open for our 65th season bringing more families memories in 2021. Learn the history
COVID restrictions
Santa and his elves are doing everything they can to keep the park safe for our visitors. The Following precautions are currently in place:
Due to the Colorado statewide mask mandate masks will be required in our indoor spaces for everyone age 11 and up.
We encourage masks while in the park for everyone age 3 and up
Choose your season
Summer/Fall Season
- Free park entry & ride wristbands purchased in our front gate
- What to wear: dress in layers, comfortable shoes
- North Pole Summer Pass available for $45, purchased through main office
- No reservations required
Holiday Season
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General admission $25 per person age 3+
2 and under are free- online ticket required - What to wear: dress in layers, comfortable shoes
- Online reservations are not available yet and will be released beginning at the end of October on a weekly basis.
- Online hourly reservations required and tickets will be released weekly
North Pole Calendar
All Dates are subject to weather. We are an outdoor park- be sure to check in before making the trip in severe weather.
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Rides for big and small
Our rides are all different and have certain requirements for each ride. We understand that parents with small children want them to ride as many rides as possible. We try to achieve this with our variety of rides designed for families and small children while keeping safety first.
Family Rides
Subject to height and safety requirements- adults (age 16+) may need to accompany children too small to ride by themselves
All riders must have wristband
- Antique Car Ride
- Candy Cane Coaster
- Carousel
- Christmas Tree
- Dive Bombers
- Ferris Wheel
- Granny Bugs
- Kiddie Combo
- Mini Himalaya
- Paratrooper
- Peppermint Slide
- Scrambler
- Sky Ride
- Space Shuttle
- Tilt-A-Whirl
- Train
- Tubs of Fun
- Whip Ride
- Zipline
Child Only Rides
No adults or infants
- Boat Ride
- Kiddie Commander, no infants
- Kiddie Wheel
- Midge-O-Racers
- Motorcycles
- Pony Carts
- Rodeo Rider
- Star Fighters
Infant-Friendly
Even the little ones can join in the fun, as long as they have an adult (age 16+)
All riders must have wristband
- Antique Car Ride
- Carousel
- Christmas Tree
- Ferris Wheel
- Granny Bug
- Kiddie Combo
- Peppermint Slide
- Sky Ride
- Train
Who can ride what?
Antique Car Ride: Take an antique car out for a spin around our track. Adults must ride with child if they are under 42” tall. Family Ride
Boat Ride: Ring your bell and have fun on this ride. You must be 32” – 54” to ride. Child Only Ride | No Infants
Candy Cane Coaster: Small coaster with lots of attitude. Fun for the entire family. Kiddies 32”– 48” must ride with an adult. Family Ride | No Infants
Carousel: Enjoy a whimsical ride on our vintage carousel on your favorite horse. If you are under 42” you must ride with an adult. Family Ride
Christmas Tree Ride: Up and down and around we go. If you are under 42” you must ride with an adult. Family Ride
Dive Bombers: Soar through the air…you are at the controls. Kiddies 32” – 48” must ride with an adult. Family Ride | No Infants
Giant Wheel: Come ride our 60’ high ferris wheel. We must have an adult in every car. Family Ride
Granny Bug: Have you ever ridden a bug? Now’s your chance. If you are under 32” you must ride with an adult. Family Ride
Kiddie Combo: Drive a bus, police car or many other vehicles. If you are under 32” you must ride with an adult. Family Ride
Kiddie Commander: Control your own space ship and fly. Kiddies 32” to 54” only. Child Only Ride | No Infants
Kiddie Wheel: Small, enclosed ferris wheel for kids only. Kiddie must be 32”– 54” to ride. Child Only Ride | No Infants
Midge-O Racers: Kiddies, start your engines and race around the track. You must be between 32” – 48” to ride. Child Only Ride | No Infants
Mini-Himalaya: Like going fast forwards and backwards? Well this is the ride for you. 32” –42” requires an adult. Family Ride | No Infants
Motorcycles: Beep your horn, let ‘em know you’re having fun. Kiddies 32” – 48” only (must be able to sit upright and hold on). Child Only Ride | No Infants
Peppermint Slide: Santa’s Slide for the whole family. Child must be able to sit upright and if you’re under 36” you must slide with an adult. Family Ride
Pony Carts: Giddy Up and have some fun. Kiddies 32” – 42” only. Child Only Ride | No Infants
Rocket Ride: Zoom around in your own rocket. Kiddies 32″ – 42” requires an adult. No Infants
Rodeo Rider: Saddle up and hang on. You are gonna go up and up and drop down. You must be between 38” – 56” to ride. Child Only Ride | No Infants
Santa’s Sleigh Ride: Santa’s Sleigh Ride is the NEWEST ride at the North Pole. Take a peek at the amazing views! You must ride with an adult and be over 42″ tall to ride. Family Ride | No Infants
Scrambler: This is one wild ride so hang on cuz you’re gonna spin around and around. If you are between 32” – 48” you must ride with an adult. Family Ride | No Infants
Sky Ride: Relax and enjoy the mountain scenery. An adult must be in every car. Family Ride
Space Shuttle: Blast off and swing high into space. If you are 32” – 48” you must ride with an adult. Family Ride | No Infants
Star Fighters: Take flight in one of our fighter planes. You must be between 32” – 54” to ride. Child Only Ride | No Infants
Tilt-A-Whirl: I’m so dizzy the whole world is spinning. The name says it all. Kiddies 32” – 48” must ride with an adult. Family Ride | No Infants
Train: Ride Santa’s train along the edge of the park and learn a little history as you go. Kiddies under 46” must ride with an adult. Family Ride
Tubs of Fun: You control how much you spin by turning the wheel. Kiddies 32” and above. Family Ride | No Infants
Whip Ride: Enter your car and whip around the track. Wheeeee! Kiddies 32” and above. Family Ride | No Infants
Paratrooper: Thrilling ride that swings you out into the sky! Kiddies 32” – 48” requires an adult. Family Ride | No Infants
There’s something fun for everyone
In addition to our unique ride line up there is still more to do! Eat, shop, visit with Santa Claus himself or just soak up the mountain air, we have something for everyone!
Visit with Santa
Share sweet treats
Village shops
Your questions answered
Is there wi-fi in the park?
Unfortunately, Rudolph’s nose interferes with the signal and so wifi is not available in the park.
Can I buy tickets online?
Tickets are not available online during the Fall and Summer. Please purchase your tickets the day of your visit at our gate. Reservations are required during the holiday months (November and December) and can be purchased one week in advance. More detailed information will be available in October when we will begin releasing our reservations on a weekly schedule. Cost will be $25 per person, 2 and under are free and everyone will need an online ticket.
How can I ask for a Donation?
Unfortunately due to the impacts of COVID 19 shutdowns we are unable to offer donations at this time.
How do ticket prices work?
Over the summer park entry is free. Rides require a wristband purchase. We offer 2 different wristband options for more details see Ride passes + dates link below
2 & under are free but do need an accompanying adult with wristband to ride.
Over our holiday season we do change to a general admission of $25 per person age 3+
Do you allow outside food?
Yes, we do allow outside food to be brought into our picnic pavilion located just inside our main entrance. We do not allow alcohol or BBQ grills to be brought into the park.
Do you sell season passes?
Unfortunately we aren’t offering a traditional season pass this season but we do have a great summer pass option. For $45 per person age 3+ you can purchase an unlimited ride package that you can use as many times as you like from opening day until October 31st, 2021. Must be purchased through our main office.
Can I book a large group or birthday?
Unfortunately at this time we are still not booking any large groups or birthday parties- you are welcome to set up a picnic in our picnic pavilion located just inside our park.
Can I still mail letters from the North Pole?
Yes, we have a special post mark and can mail your letters and post cards direct from North Pole, Colorado !
Are you hiring?
Santa is always looking for motivated helpers! For more information click here.
Enjoy your visit to The North Pole
