29th Annual Santa on the Chimney (Dec 5)

Santa practices for Christmas Eve on Saturday, December 5, when Chimney Rock at Chimney Rock State Park holds the first of its two 2026 Santa on the Chimney days, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. With help from Fox Mountain Guides, he rappels down the 315-foot Chimney Rock while visitors watch and cheer.

The park lists more to do during the event: photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus, a hike with an elf, holiday crafts, live music and visits with the park's live animal ambassadors. The park bills it as the 29th annual event, and it returns on Saturday, December 12.

Per the park, the event is included with park admission. Details are on the park's December 5 event page.