17th Annual Greenwich Reindeer Festival & Santa’s Workshop
The magic of the season returns as Santa and his three live reindeer glide back into town for the 17th Annual Greenwich Reindeer Festival & Santa’s Workshop, presented by Jenny Allen and Kristen Studwell of Compass Real Estate. Once again transforming Sam Bridge Nursery & Greenhouses into the beloved “North Pole on North Street,” this cherished holiday tradition takes place from November 28 to December 24.
Families are invited to step into the festive wonderland and enjoy a host of holiday delights. Visitors can meet Santa’s reindeer, snap professional photos with Santa, and explore an expanded Santa’s Workshop, generously sponsored by Greenwich Pediatric Dental Group, offering extra space and comfort for waiting families.
Children can get creative at the Reindeer Coloring Station, sponsored by Jenny Allen and Kristen Studwell, or pen heartfelt wishes at the Letter Writing to Santa Station, sponsored by Greenwich Pediatric Dental Group. As always, a portion of all photos with Santa will benefit Kids In Crisis, a vital nonprofit serving families across Connecticut. Guests may also support the organization directly by visiting the onsite Kids In Crisis Giving Tree.
Children can also take part in the 2nd Annual Reindeer & Santa Coloring Contest, sponsored by The Palace Stamford. Two age-appropriate coloring pages and the official contest rules are available for download at home, allowing families to color their creations before bringing them to Santa’s Workshop anytime from November 28 through December 24 to enter. To download the coloring pages and contest details, visit eNaturalAwakenings.com.
Greenwich Braces proudly returns as the Reindeer Stable Sponsor, helping bring this unique holiday experience to life just minutes from downtown Greenwich. Parking is free, and children, adults and dogs on leashes are warmly welcomed for photos with Santa at Santa’s Workshop.
Pet lovers, take note: Dogs are invited anytime the event is open, but those who stop by Monday through Friday will receive a complimentary Doggy Gift Bag, courtesy of Cornell University Veterinary Specialists, Get Joy Food and PetLabCo.—a wonderful incentive to visit when lines are typically shorter than on Saturdays.
This year’s theme, “Celebrating Family Traditions,” pays homage to the countless households that have made the Greenwich Reindeer Festival part of their annual holiday ritual. For nearly two decades, visiting Santa’s live reindeer and capturing treasured family and pet photos at Sam Bridge Nursery has become a highlight of the season for thousands.
Hours for photos with Santa are Mondays through Fridays from noon to 6 p.m.; Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.; and Christmas Eve from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sam Bridge is closed on Sundays. The reindeer will depart on Tuesday, December 23, but Santa will still be available for photos on Christmas Eve.
Location: Sam Bridge Nursery & Greenhouses, 437 North St., Greenwich. For more details on photo packages, event updates or sponsor information, visit GreenwichReindeerFestival.com. To follow along with the festivities, connect at Facebook.com/GreenwichReindeerFestival
and on Instagram @GreenwichReindeerFestival. See ad, back cover.
1. Children ages 4 to 6 years old - SANTA COLORING PAGE (CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD)
2. Children ages 7 to 10 years old - REINDEER & SANTA COLORING PAGE (CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD)
3. One (1) entry per child
4. Children 11 years and older can enter (but not eligible for prizes).
HOW TO ENTER:
1. GO TO: www.greenwichreindeerfestival.com or use the links above and below.
Download and Print Out, 8.5" x 11" on white paper, the coloring page for your child’s age group.
SANTA COLORING PAGE - for children ages 4 to 6 years old.
REINDEER & SANTA COLORING PAGE – for children ages 7 to 10 years old.
2. Color it in however your child would like with crayons or coloring pencils.
3. Entries must be returned to the Greenwich Reindeer Festival & Santa’s Workshop, Attention: Tamara Ketler, during event hours, November 28 – December 24, 2025, Mondays – Fridays, 12pm – 6pm, Saturdays, 9am – 6pm and Christmas Eve, 9am – 3pm.
4. Contest ends 3pm, December 24, 2025.
5. You MUST INCLUDE child's name and age, plus a parent or guardian's phone number, and e-mail address on the Coloring Page.
6. Please have participant sign their coloring page!
7. Winning entries will be displayed on www.greenwichreindeerfestival.com and other confirmed advertising to be announced.
JUDGING:
1. Entries will be judged by SANTA and his elves! SANTA and his elves will choose the First, Second and Third Place Winners.
2. Winners will be announced after December 24 by email & phone.
WINNERS FOR BOTH AGE GROUPS:
1. FIRST PLACE WINNERS: Two (2) Round-Trip Tickets on AVELO AIRLINES. (valid for one year only and all other restrictions apply) (value $1,000)
2. SECOND PLACE WINNERS: One (1) month of coding classes at Code Ninjas (value $329)
3. THIRD PLACE WINNERS: Four (4) Tickets to the Bridgeport Islanders, 2026 Season.
ALL ENTRIES:
1. All Coloring Entries will be donated to The Mews and the Nathaniel Witherell Home in Greenwich to provide holiday cheer for their residents and to wish them a happy and healthy 2025. (all contact info will be removed from the bottom of the page before donating the coloring pages).
Santa_20Coloring_20Page_204-6_20yrs_20old.pdf
Final Deadline December 12th. Email 
