The Reindeer Express - Kaysville

Get ready for a holiday adventure like no other! At the 2024 Reindeer Express, you’ll meet Santa and his hardworking reindeer and watch as they get their pre-flight checkup from USU veterinary students, ensuring they’re ready for a magical Christmas Eve journey. Perfect for all ages with games, food, and holiday spirit, this event offers a unique opportunity to learn about a few holiday animals in a fun and engaging way while making unforgettable holiday memories.

To ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience for all guests, Reindeer Express will use a timed ticketed entry system. When purchasing your tickets, you'll select a specific entry time, which helps manage the flow of visitors, allowing everyone to fully enjoy the event without long lines or overcrowding.
Please arrive within your selected time slot, and plan for about one hour to experience all the holiday fun! The Reindeer Checkup Show will take place 15 minutes past each hour, so don’t miss the chance to see USU veterinary students ensure Santa’s reindeer are ready for their Christmas Eve journey.

Tickets are limited for each time slot, so book early to secure your spot.

If max occupancy is NOT reached select tickets may be available at the door.

Reindeer Express will take place at the Davis Agricultural Heritage Center, an indoor equestrian arena with a dirt floor. There is a small cemented area available for wheelchair and stroller access, but please note that due to the soft dirt, full access to activity stations will be limited. However, attendees using strollers or wheelchairs will still be able to view the event and animals from a distance and enjoy a photo opportunity with Santa.

Please be aware that the arena is unheated to ensure a comfortable environment for the animals, so we recommend dressing warmly with hats, jackets, gloves, and sturdy footwear.

For the safety and health of our livestock, including the reindeer, no outside animals (especially dogs) are permitted, and outside food or drink will not be allowed.

Free parking, including handicapped parking, is available.

Enjoy a variety of festive and interactive stations throughout your Reindeer Express adventure! Activities include:

• Elf Name Tags: Create your very own elf name tag to wear during the event.
• Gnome Scavenger Hunt: Search for hidden gnomes in this fun holiday quest!
• Ornament Decorating: Get crafty and decorate a holiday ornament to take home!
• Light Refreshments: Warm up with hot cocoa and tasty treats from a local food truck (additional costs apply)
• Animal Viewing: Meet and learn about various animals, including Santa’s reindeer.
• Santa Photo Opportunity: End your journey with a photo with Santa!

Before you exit the event, be sure to stop by for a special photo opportunity with Santa! This will be the final stop on your Reindeer Express journey, where kids can share their holiday wishes and pose for a photo with Santa.

Our friendly volunteers will be available to snap a photo using your personal cell phone. Please note that professional photography and prints will not be available.

Host or Publisher USU Botanical Center