Twin City Santa and Kaleideum Team Up to Bring Joy to Forsyth County Kids
The holiday party of the year just got a new twist! Twin City Santa is partnering with Kaleideum After Dark to present the 22nd Annual Twin City Santa Toy Drive and Semi-Formal on Saturday, December 13, 2025, from 7-11 pm at Kaleideum in downtown Winston-Salem, located at 120 WEst 3rd Street.
This year’s collaboration brings together two beloved Winston-Salem events — Twin City Santa, a 100% volunteer-run nonprofit that has distributed more than 50,000 toys to local children over two decades, and Kaleideum After Dark, the museum’s 21+ evening series that transforms play, learning, and creativity into an adult night out. Together, they’re creating a one-of-a-kind event that celebrates community connection and delivers Christmas joy to thousands of Forsyth County children.
A Night of Festive Fun and Local Magic
Guests are invited to dress to dazzle in their holiday best, bring a new, unwrapped toy valued at $25, and enjoy a night filled with music, laughter, and giving. A toy donation (or a $25 monetary donation in lieu of a toy) is required for entry, as every ticket sold and every toy collected help make Christmas brighter for local children.
The evening will feature:
- DJ Hek Yeh spinning dance hits on the main floor
- Live jazz performances on the upper level
- Holiday karaoke in the Kaleideum Digital Dome
- A photo booth, festive hors d’oeuvres, and handcrafted cocktails
- Two drink tickets included with each admission (beer, wine, or non-alcoholic beverages)
Tickets are $30 online + toy donation or $35 at the door + toy (or $25 monetary donation). All guests must be 21 or older to attend.
Thousands of Toys. Countless Smiles. One Community That Cares.
For more than two decades, Twin City Santa has turned one simple idea into a powerful local tradition — bring a toy, change a child’s Christmas. Each December, hundreds of Winston-Salem neighbors come together to make sure no child wakes up without a gift to open.
“When our community shows up for its kids, it changes everything,” said Julien Patton, Twin City Santa Board Member. “Each toy represents a moment of happiness for a child who might otherwise go without — and together, those moments add up to thousands of smiles across Forsyth County. That’s the real magic of Twin City Santa.”
Sponsorships Opportunities
Twin City Santa’s Annual Toy Drive is made possible through the generosity of local businesses and community sponsors. Sponsorship opportunities start at $500 and include recognition online, on-site signage, and exclusive event perks.
To become a sponsor or volunteer, visit www.TwinCitySanta.org or email santa@twincitysanta.org.
Event Details
Twin City Santa × Kaleideum After Dark Holiday Gala & Toy Drive
Saturday, December 13, 2025 | 7-11 pm
Kaleideum – 120 West 3rd Street, Winston-Salem, NC
Tickets: $30 online + required $25 toy donation | $35 at the door + toy or $25 donation
Ages 21+ | Dress Code: Business casual to semi-formal festive attire