Santa Claus statue.

Every Day is Christmas - Town Named Santa Claus

Santa Claus, Indiana

Another popular mail destination for good girls and boys, the town has been named such since 1852. At one time, children all over the world might receive a letter from Santa Claus, Indiana. The town has been in the Christmas tourism business long enough that it has a Santa Claus Museum, and its original Santa statue, retired on a hill.

Today, Santa Claus still thrives on the anytime holiday concept. You'll find a profusion of Santa and Christmas-related statues and businesses, the Candy Castle, and a theme park called Holiday World.

Also see: Next Holiday Stop | Every Day is Christmas on America's Highways

RoadsideAmerica.com Team Field Report

Santa Claus Museum

Address:: 69 N. IN-245, Santa Claus, IN
Directions:: South edge of town, on the west side of IN-245, just south of its intersection with IN-162.
Hours:: Call for hours. (Call to verify) Local health policies may affect hours and access.
Phone:: 812-544-2434
Admission:: Donations.
RA Rates:: Worth a Detour

Santa's Candy Castle

Address:: 15499 N. State Rd 245, Santa Claus, IN
Directions:: On the left side of Hwy 245 about a half-mile south of its intersection with Hwy 162, at Candy Castle Rd.
Hours:: Hours vary. Call ahead. (Call to verify) Local health policies may affect hours and access.
Phone:: 812-544-3900
Admission:: Free.
RA Rates:: Worth a Detour

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