Bristol Santa House Opens November 22
Bristol Santa House Opens November 22 to Welcome Families of All Abilities for Annual Santa Claus’ Party
Annual free event invites families to celebrate the magic of the holidays with Santa and Mrs. Claus at the Bristol Santa House
Bristol, RI USA – 10/7/2025 – The James D. Rielly Foundation is excited to announce the official opening of the Bristol Santa House™ for the 2025 holiday season on Saturday, November 22, from 4:00 to 7:30 p.m. at 240 High Street, next to the historic Bristol Statehouse.
The annual Santa Claus’ Party brings the community together to launch the holiday season with Santa and Mrs. Claus. The celebration features music, entertainment, and treats outdoors, and the opportunity to step inside the Bristol Santa House for a tour with Mr. and Mrs. Claus.
“Every child deserves a little magic at Christmastime,” said Michael Rielly, founder and Chief Merriment Officer of the James D. Rielly Foundation. “The Bristol Santa House was created so every family, regardless of ability, could share in that joy. Seeing the wonder on a child’s face when they meet Santa reminds us why we do this”.
2025 Season Sponsors
This year’s Santa Claus’ Party is presented by Coca-Cola Northeast and Morrissette Construction.
The 2025 Bristol Santa House Season Sponsors also include:
- AVTECH Software
- Bristol Marine
- Bristol Statehouse Foundation
- Cardi’s Furniture & Mattresses
- Down Syndrome Society of Rhode Island
- East Bay Quality Hardwood
- Ferreira Electric
- Lahna Son-Cundy and Joseph Tamburo
- MAH Consults
- moo.com
- Quality Construction & Roofing
- RINews Today
- Safeway Auto Center
- Sansone Funeral Home
- Superior Comfort
- Webster Bank
Additional support for the Bristol Santa House was provided through grants from the Fogarty Foundation and Roger Williams University.
Founded in 2022, the Bristol Santa House was created to provide free, inclusive holiday experiences for children and adults with disabilities and their families. Operated entirely by volunteers through the James D. Rielly Foundation, the Bristol Santa House has gained national attention and has quickly become a cherished Rhode Island tradition. With the generous support of donors and sponsors, the Bristol Santa House offers families a welcoming and memorable destination throughout the holiday season.
For the full 2025 schedule, volunteer opportunities, or to learn more, please visit: www.bristolsantahouse.org.
