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Imaginarium 360 – A Magical Journey Through Light
November 21, 2024

Take your kids on a journey through light and have an immersive holiday experience as Global Winter Wonderland brings you back to Imaginarium at Cal Expo in Sacramento starting this November!


If you happen to wander at night through Cal Expo in Sacramento in the third week of November, you will be captivated by the spectacular array of lighting displays synchronized with music, as well as laser shows lighting up the night sky — and you’ll know Imaginarium 360 is back. The Global Winter Wonderland will finally be here at Cal Expo with its new Imaginarium, “Holiday Magic.” This family-friendly Sacramento outdoor event for kids gives you a captivating holiday season experience with the illuminated landscapes of over three million LED lights.

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What’s with the Imaginarium?

If you haven’t already, this is the year to explore Imaginarium 360 at Cal Expo. In 2024, Imaginarium celebrates a decade of holidays at Cal Expo in Sacramento.

Returning Features:

  • Millions of Lights
  • Storybook Characters & Fantastical Creatures
  • Eclectic Photo Boxes
  • Infinity Mirror Rooms
  • New Entertainment
  • Food and Beverages, including Holiday Snacks
  • Carnival Rides & Games and Ice Skating (additional fees required)
  • Holiday Characters and Pictures with Santa (through 12/24)

New immersive activity rooms include laser mazes, glow in the dark, interactive art, bouncing balls, and ball pits.

Imaginarium 360 at Cal Expo in Sacramento – A Magical Journey Through Light

Imaginarium 360 at Cal Expo in Sacramento - A Festive Holiday Experience

A Festive Holiday Experience

There’s nothing better to get you into the holiday spirit than a visit to the Imaginarium 360 “Holiday Magic” at Cal Expo. Whether you want to enjoy hot cocoa as you wander through holiday-themed attractions, including giant Christmas Trees or scenes from Nutcracker, frolic in the snow without a trip to the Sierras, or get your picture taken with Santa, Imaginarium is the place to be during the holiday season. Make your visit part of your holiday tradition.

Imaginarium 360 at Cal Expo in Sacramento - Endless Mirrors and Photo Boxes

Endless Mirrors and Unique Photo Boxes

The unique photo boxes and mind-bending mirror rooms allow you to create and capture memories with backdrops (real and projected) you’ll find nowhere else. Sit on the crescent moon, throne, or swing next to one of the Imaginarium characters. Step into a kaleidoscope of mirror chambers, where you will be mesmerized by the most incredible images—a journey into a realm filled with wonder and fascination only at Imaginarium.

Global Winter Wonderland, Sacramento event for kids - Ice Skating Rink

Ice Skating Rink

One of the things guests enjoy about their visit to Imaginarium 360 at Cal Expo is their opportunity to go ice skating. The ice rink will be indoors this year, but you’ll still feel the energy of being surrounded by the spectacular beauty of holiday lights just a few steps away. Whether it’s your first time on skates or if you’re a wanna-be professional skater, make this part of your tradition as well, making your time at Imaginarium all the more special.

Imaginarium at Cal Expo in Sacramento - Enchanted Forests and Gardens

Enchanted Forests and Gardens

Follow the paths and wind through our enchanted forests and beautiful gardens filled with stunning flowers of all varieties, including tens of thousands of LED roses. It’s equally romantic for couples and fun for kids, presenting many opportunities for picture-perfect photos. And around any corner, you may come face to face with larger-than-life storybook characters and fantastical characters.

Global Winter Wonderland, Sacramento event for kids - Carnival Rides and Games

Carnival Rides and Games

One of the things that makes “Holiday Magic” stand out from other holiday light venues is the carnival. It truly rounds out the holiday experience. Guests of all ages find rides to make them smile, laugh, or scream with delight–from kiddie rides to family rides to thrill and spectacular rides. They have it all!

Global Winter Wonderland - Spectacular Circus

Spectacular Circus

Three performances each day of three different entertainment options. Laugh and clap as you witness the antics of the Pirates of the Columbian Caribbean. Be amazed as a car transforms into a giant robot known as Big Bee. And sit on the edge of your seat as you’re wowed by the aerial artist or blown away by the motorcycle riders performing in the Globe of Death. It’s all part of the show at Imaginarium.

AND MORE!!!

Like past events, the Imaginarium event will include a balloon drop, rose garden, entertainment, and various games that offer good old-fashioned fun and magical adventure. Guests can also have a photo opportunity with Santa and other costumed characters, making it an exciting event for kids in Sacramento. Foodie lovers will also enjoy a variety of refreshments in the food court and a beer garden for the adults. 

The Imaginarium 360 at Cal Expo in Sacramento will run from November 22, 2024, until January 5, 2025. Global Winter Wonderland opened in 2011 in Santa Clara as the first-ever Chinese lantern festival in the United States. It was held at Cal Expo from 2014 – 2018 to appreciative crowds. 

Use Promo Code SAC4KIDS for a 10% discount!!!

For more information about Imaginarium at Cal Expo, please visit their website.

Sacramento offers so many opportunities for kids to enjoy and have fun all year round! Check out our list of resources, or browse through our things to do in Sacramento with kids. Still looking for more activities for kids in Sacramento? No problem! Check out our comprehensive listing of places to go in the region and our highly recommended seasonal blog posts.

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