2026 Whimsical Character Breakfast Tickets

**REGISTRATION OPENS JULY 1ST** Get ready for a morning full of laughter, magic, and memory-making at the Whimsical Character Breakfast! Join Grant the Gnome, Freddy the Polar Bear, the mischievous Grinch, Buddy the Elf, and more of Grant's special friends for a delightful meal prepared by State Chef Ambassador Rob Masone, with playful dishes that add a touch of holiday magic to every bite. As you dine, enjoy interactive storytime, character meet and greets, festive surprises, and a lively holiday dance party that will have the whole family on their feet. Perfect for families with young children, this is one of those mornings that turns into a forever memory. Guests attending the Whimsical Character Breakfast also qualify for a discounted rate on VIG Club tickets while supplies last, making it the perfect way to kick off your ChristmasVille Saturday! Please note that the entrance off Main Street will be closed. Event access is at the back entrance by the White Street and Caldwell Street Parking Lot. Parking is available at the White Street and Caldwell Street Free Lot at 140 East White Street, Rock Hill, SC. Advance ticket purchase is required for all attendees both tall and small! Guests attending the Whimsical Character Breakfast also qualify for a discounted rate on VIG Club tickets (only our little gnomes need VIG tickets), while supplies last.

The Very Important Gnome Club is back and kicking off ChristmasVille with a magical morning at The Children's Museum! Children ages 2 to 10 who pre-register will enjoy private playtime, a special visit with Santa, and exclusive holiday surprises that you will not find anywhere else at the festival. VIG Club members receive a limited-edition swag bag, a VIG Club shirt, and a Santa's Workshop map to guide them through the weekend. The morning wraps up with a parade alongside Santa to the Main Street stage, making for one unforgettable grand entrance into ChristmasVille. Entertainment throughout the morning includes visits from beloved Christmas characters guaranteed to create magical memories your little ones will talk about all year long. Note: Shirt size can only be guaranteed if ticket is purchased prior to November 1, 2026. Pair your VIG Club ticket with the Whimsical Character Breakfast for just $15 and make the most of your morning!