Sunrise Winter Wonderland
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Sunrise Winter Wonderland

Celebrate the holiday season at Sunrise Winter Wonderland, a festive community event featuring two magical experiences. Start the day with Breakfast with Santa, including crafts and photos, then return for the evening's 'Sunrise Lights the Night' tree lighting ceremony. Enjoy holiday activities, send letters to the North Pole, and help bring cheer to local hospital patients by donating new toys.

What to Expect

Dual holiday events with toy donation drive

Know Before You Go

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Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

๐ŸŽ„ ๐ŸŽ„ ๐ŸŽ„ ๐ŸŽ„ ๐ŸŽ„ (5/5)

Best For

Families and children

Vibe

Festive and joyful

Energy Level

Moderate

Budget

$

Photo Friendly

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Weather Sensitivity

Moderate

Special Events & Promotions

  • Breakfast with Santa
  • 2nd Annual Sunrise Lights the Night tree lighting ceremony
  • New toy donations for NICU and PICU patients

Tags

Santa visitstree lightingfamily friendlycommunity celebrationholiday traditionfestive foodcharity eventseasonal activities

Location

Rusch Community Park
7801 Auburn Boulevard
Citrus Heights, CA
95610

Event Details

Duration

Full day

Ages

All ages

Timed Entry

No

Organizer

Sunrise Recreation and Park District

Food & Drink

Food and hot cocoa available

Quick Actions

Tips & Advice

  • Pre-register for Breakfast with Santa as spots are limited and require advance booking.
  • Consider bringing a new toy to donate for the NICU and PICU patients to spread extra holiday cheer.
  • Arrive early for the 'Sunrise Lights the Night' event to secure a good spot for the tree lighting ceremony.
  • Check the weather and dress in layers, as the event spans from morning to evening and includes outdoor activities.
  • Bring your camera to capture memorable moments with Santa during both the breakfast and the evening event.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the two main events happening at Sunrise Winter Wonderland?

The event features two main activities: 'Breakfast with Santa' in the morning and the '2nd Annual Sunrise Lights the Night' tree lighting ceremony in the evening.

Is there a cost to attend Sunrise Winter Wonderland?

While the 'Sunrise Lights the Night' tree lighting ceremony is free, 'Breakfast with Santa' requires pre-registration and may have a fee.

Can I bring my pet to the event?

The event does not permit pets, but service animals are welcome.

What is the purpose of the toy donation?

New toy donations are collected to benefit the NICU and PICU at a local hospital, bringing comfort to patients during the holidays.

Where is Sunrise Winter Wonderland located?

The event takes place at Rusch Community Park, located at 7801 Auburn Boulevard, Citrus Heights, CA 95610.

Always check the official website for the most current information.

We've done our best to keep details up-to-date, but event schedules, prices, and policies can change. For the latest updates, please visit the official website or contact the organizers directly.

Contributors & Updates

Last Updated: Nov 2, 2025
Original Submitter: Sep 17, 2025 The Christmas Events Near Me editorial team

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