Get ready for a full day of small-town charm, Christmas cheer, and Route 66 magic! On December 13th, 2025, from 10AM–8PM, Santa himself is cruising down Route 66 to celebrate the season with the Arcadia Merchants. Shops will be open, porches will be decorated, and the whole town will be alive with family-friendly activities, treats, and holiday fun.

This year’s Santa Cruises 66 Pop-Up Shops event brings together the entire Arcadia community for a day of shopping local, snapping photos with Santa, enjoying festive bites, and exploring the iconic attractions that make this stretch of Route 66 so special.

From holiday crafts to snow villages, pet photos, cider, ornament making, farmers market vendors, and Christmas lights—there’s something happening at every stop along the way.

Below is the full schedule so you can plan your perfect Route 66 holiday adventure!

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Event Schedule — December 13th, 2025

Great Plains Veterinary Services

🕘 9–10AM

Vet Pop-up

The Windmill Shops

🕑 2–6PM

Games & Crafts

Kids Christmas Tree Decorating & Photo Spot

Farmers Market Vendors

Carolers

Popcorn, Cider, Hot Chocolate

Mural Unveiling – 4PM

Windmill Lighting – 6PM

Round Barn

🕓 4–6PM

Cozy Christmas Photo Op

Cookies & Cider with Santa

Gift Shop Open

The Chicken Shack

🕖 7–8PM

Snow Village

Winter Wonderland

Santa Appearance

Blockman’s Steakhouse

🕖 7–8PM

Pie Samples

Love Jovi

🕘 All Day

“Candy Canes on the Porch”

Parkhurst’s Ranch

🕙 10AM–6PM

Pet Photos with Santa

Petting Zoo

Ornament Making

Games & Crafts

Drinks

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Canned Food Drive — Route 66 Food Pantry

Help spread the holiday spirit by donating canned goods at participating merchant locations. Every contribution stays local and supports families right here in our community.

🎁 Join Us for a Day of Holiday Cheer!

Santa Cruises 66 is all about community, family, and the nostalgic magic that makes Route 66 unforgettable. Whether you’re shopping for gifts, sipping cider, taking photos with Santa, or enjoying a winter moment inside the Round Barn, this is a holiday tradition you won’t want to miss.

Mark your calendars, bundle up, bring the kids, and cruise Arcadia with us!