

Photograph by Myrydd Wells Santa’s rebooted rocket sleighģ. Giant Jenga, Connect Four, and cornhole at Santa’s Fantastical Order a cocktail such as the Mistletoe Mule or Sugar Plum Sangria from the bar and hang out for a bit if you need a break from the holiday madness on the other side of the door.
#SANTA FANTASTICAL CODE#
Hidden behind a door in the same area as the “kiss me” mistletoe photo opp, you’ll have to know the secret code word (and show ID) to enter “Santa’s Secret Stash.” (Tip: check Santa Fantastical’s Instagram account daily for the password.) Once inside, you’ll be treated with a much more mature, art deco-esque space, complete with several lounge spaces blue, white, and pink Christmas trees and, perhaps somewhat inexplicably, a giant statue of Uncle Sam painted in pop art. The speakeasy is worth entering, even if you don’t order a drink. The Mistletoe Mule with vodka, cranberry juice, and ginger beerĢ. The objective wasn’t super clear at the media preview I attended-hit the snowmen and knock them down, occasionally hit some presents and ornaments that pop-up, and there didn’t appear to be a points system or a way to “win”-but it was ridiculously fun to crank my arm and try to throw those little plastic “snowballs” as far as I could. SnowpaloozaĬalled Snowpalooza, this giant digital game lets up to 12 people toss snowballs at a screen of animated snowmen. Kids will likely get the most out of the cartoony characters and Santa meet-and-greets, but adults will enjoy pairing their silliest poses in the dozen or so photo backdrops. The homegrown endeavor from Walt Geer and Sarah Blackman features its own cast of animated characters (and their real-life mascot counterparts who are ready to pose in photos), plenty of picture-perfect photo backdrops, a few games and, new this year, a 21-and-up speakeasy. Last winter, Santa’s Fantastical, an “immersive” holiday-themed experience set up in a former Babies-R-Us in Sandy Springs, took Atlantans-and their Instagram accounts-by storm. With almost 360 degrees of set, producers were able to shoot competitions from all angles while actors and competitors were able to lose themselves in the North Pole.Santa’s Fantastical is back for a second year. Immersive and mythical, the set designed by Jeff Eyser has set the groundwork to grounded magic that heightens the audience's imagination while existing in everyday reality.Ħ0' x 80' and 20' tall, Santa's village was designed to be an immersive experience for the competitors. The large fireplace keeps the judges and contestants warm while navigating and revealing who made it onto the Nice List. The magic of the winter wonderland has encroached The Great Hall, bringing with it snow and seasonal cheer. Inside, cookies are never far from Santa's reach. A short trip down the main street, the workshop is festooned with festive craft supplies ready for eager hands to provide animated purpose. The North Pole has never embodied a more cozy and accessible style.

Mid-century melds with magical on the streets in front of Santa's House replete with natural elements supporting angular architecture. From the winter-scape of Santa's fantastical village to the cozy warmth in front of the fire in The Great Hall, competitors experienced what life could be like working for the man in red.

'Top Elf' transported seven exceptional children to the North Pole to compete for the position of Top Elf on Santa's crew.
