Santa and the Grinch parachute into the Willis Bradford YMCA in Prattville on Saturday, Nov. 14, 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Free, with food trucks and live music.

Santa Claus and the Grinch parachute into the Santa Drop at the Willis Bradford YMCA in Prattville from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 14. The organizer, the At Home Real Estate Team, bills it as a free annual community event with food trucks, live music and photos with Santa.

Last checked 2026-11-03.

Upcoming dates

  • Sat. Nov. 14, 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

The organizer lists one date for 2026. It calls the Santa Drop an annual event but has not announced a 2027 date. We will update this page when it does.

Where it is and parking

The Santa Drop is at the Willis Bradford Branch of the Prattville YMCA, 972 McQueen Smith Road South in Prattville. The branch is about 13 miles from downtown Montgomery and takes calls at (334) 358-9622.

The organizer does not publish parking details for event day, so leave time to find a space if you want to see the jump.

The organizer has not announced any road closures for the event.

Tickets and cost

Admission is free, according to the organizer. The Santa photo station and the letter-to-Santa area are also free.

Food trucks set their own prices. The organizer does not publish a vendor list or menus in advance.

What to know

  • The jump: Santa arrives by parachute with gifts for the children, and the Grinch skydives in too, the organizer says. It has not published the time of the jump within the event window.
  • For kids: a free photo station with Santa, a letter-writing area for notes to Santa, and inflatables.
  • Food and music: food trucks and live music through the event.
  • Bring a donation: the event doubles as a collection point for toys, clothing and food.
  • Giveaways: the organizer is giving away prizes that it lists as a free roof, a smart TV and a $2,000 shopping spree, among others. You can register for the giveaways on the organizer’s page. To qualify for the grand prizes you must be present at the event, 21 or older and a homeowner.
  • Vendors and sponsors: businesses can apply for a vendor spot or a sponsorship through forms on the same page.
  • Contact: the At Home Real Estate Team lists (334) 868-0804 on its site.
  • Rules: the organizer does not publish rules on pets, strollers, chairs or rain plans. Call before you bring anything you are unsure about.

For more Santa visits, light shows and parades through December, see our holiday lights and Christmas events guide, the Christmas parade and tree lighting page and things to do this month. Thinking about Prattville more broadly? Our Montgomery, Pike Road, Millbrook and Prattville comparison covers the town.

Dates and venues as listed on the Know The Community calendar and confirmed on the organizer’s site.

Frequently asked questions

When is the Santa Drop in Prattville?

The 2026 Santa Drop is Saturday, Nov. 14, from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Willis Bradford YMCA in Prattville.

Is the Santa Drop free?

Yes. The organizer, the At Home Real Estate Team, says the event is free. The Santa photo station and letter-writing area are free too.

Where is the Willis Bradford YMCA?

The Willis Bradford Branch of the Prattville YMCA is at 972 McQueen Smith Road South in Prattville, about 13 miles from Montgomery.

Who can win the Santa Drop giveaways?

Anyone can register for the giveaways on the organizer’s site, but to qualify for the grand prizes you must be at the event, 21 or older and a homeowner.