For neurodivergent children and adults, the bustle of holiday celebrations can be overwhelming. K. Kringle Foundation Founder Roger Allen recognized this when he portrayed Santa Claus in Lake George last year. He saw the need for a place where everyone could comfortably visit Santa. Kringle Kottage is designed to fill this need.
Kringle Kottage, Santa’s home away from home, is on the grounds of Fort William Henry, 46 Canada Street in Lake George. It is a sensory-friendly Christmas experience. Each detail of the cozy cottage, the frosted windows, soft lights and a gently moving holiday train, has been designed to create a magical holiday experience that is accessible to everyone.
The K. Kringle Foundation is holding a ribbon-cutting ceremony and soft launch on Wednesday, November 19, at 4:30 p.m. The Kottage will officially open for visits from November 21 through December 23. Reservations for private appointments, 1:1 visits with Santa, are now being accepted at kringlekottage.org. Private visits can be scheduled for Tuesdays through Thursdays, 3 to 7 p.m., and Fridays and Saturdays, 12 to 4 p.m. These visits are reserved for guests with special needs.
Kringle Kottage will be open to the public on Fridays and Saturdays, from 5 to 8 p.m., and December 21 through 23, 5 to 8 p.m.
“Kringle Kottage was created from the heart — to make sure every child and adult has the chance to experience the wonder of Christmas in a way that feels comfortable and magical for them,” says Allen. “We’re proud to bring this dream to life right here in Lake George.” Allen noted that people have already booked spots for guests whose ages range from 2 to 76, “Proof that the magic of Christmas lives in all of us, no matter our age or ability.”
Kringle Kottage Ribbon Cutting and Soft Launch Agenda
Location: Fort William Henry Grounds, 46 Canada Street, Lake George, New York
- 4:30 p.m. – Welcome and Opening Remarks
- 4:35 p.m. – Words from Community Partners: Mayor Ray Perry, Village of Lake George, Sam Luciano, President & General Manager, Fort William Henry, Roger Allan, Founder, K. Kringle Foundation (“Adirondack Santa”), Kristin Howarth, Founder & Director, Upstate NY Autism Alliance (UNYAA), Dr. Gina Cosgrove, Founder, Chelsea Place Psychological Services, Cam Cardinale, Director of Community Relations, SAIL
- 4:45 p.m. – Ribbon Cutting & “Light Up the Kottage” Countdown
Join us for the official ribbon cutting and the first lighting of Kringle Kottage — a magical moment to mark the start of this new Lake George holiday tradition. - 5:00–6:00 p.m. – Refreshments, Raffles & Tours of Kringle Kottage
Enjoy cookies, hot cocoa, and a cash bar provided by Fort William Henry, plus raffles courtesy of the K. Kringle Foundation to support future programming.
“Our group has offered sensory Santa opportunities for almost two decades, but they always fill up quickly,” says Kristin Howarth, Upstate NY Autism Alliance Founder. “Now, with Kringle Kottage offering visits all season long, families can enjoy this experience without barriers. Santa Roger and his team have created something truly special.”
Featured image provided by Lake George Regional Chamber of Commerce
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