Snow returns to Snowcat Ridge Alpine Snow Park with real snow, epic tubing, and holiday magic!

A cold front is making its way to Florida, with the return of the sunshine state's only real snow park, Snowcat Ridge.

Oh baby it's definitely not too cold outside in Florida during the fall and winter months, but in Dade City, there is real snow at Florida's only real snow park, Snowcat Ridge Alpine Snow Park.

The popular attraction which features huge snow machines producing thousands of pounds of real snow every day is back for a new season of cool fun, kicking off on November 21, 2025, and running through March 1, 2026.

Located at 27839 Saint Joe Road in Dade City, tickets are on sale now for the attraction that features a huge variety of winter activities, including an impressive 60-foot tall, 400-foot-long snow tubing hill, plus, a 10,000-square-foot indoor snow play zone, and an outdoor ice skating area.

At Snowcat Ridge there is a huge choice of snow day things to do including Snowy Slopes, a thrilling 60-foot tall, 400-foot long snow tubing hill, offering single tubing, tandem tubing, or 10-person tubing with the whole family. Plus, after dark, experience the enchanting Music and Light Show at Snowy Slopes, featuring a mesmerizing spectacle of lights set to music, creating a magical atmosphere during your visit.

Experience the magic of ice skating on the Crystal Ribbon, a real outdoor skating ribbon and beginner oval at Snowcat Ridge. Glide under Florida’s sun by day and a mesmerizing music and light show by night.

At Arctic Igloo. Enjoy a snowy wonderland with activities like snowman building and snowball target practice, perfect for all ages to enjoy. Plus,, for the little ones, experience the thrill of snow tubing on the Bunny Slope at Snowcat Ridge’s Arctic Igloo. Perfect for young riders under 42 inches tall.

As well as the snowy fun outdoors, step into Santa’s cozy workshop, where you’ll have the chance to share your holiday wishes, snap a festive photo, and create magical memories with the one and only Santa Claus himself. Plus, join Mrs. Claus as she captivates you with heartwarming and exciting Christmas tales. Her storytelling will transport you to a world of imagination, where holiday magic knows no bounds.

The kids can enjoy endless fun at the Peppermint Play Zone! This candy-themed wonderland offers games, activities, and a playground to keep little ones entertained with laughter and joy for hours.

Extra fun includes roasting s'mores, scavanger hunts, photo ops, gift shop, and a variety of food and drink options.

The winter wonderland is located at 27839 Saint Joe Road in Dade City, which is in Pasco County here in Central Florida.

The cool attraction is an 1 hr, 30 min, sleigh ride from Orlando, check out all the details on the Snowcat Ridge website.

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