When, where, and who to visit at Whoville, Iowa

Updated Dec 2024.
If you love “How the Grinch Stole Christmas”, then you’re in for a treat when you visit Whoville, located in Fairfield, Iowa. It’s straight out of the Dr. Seuss classic and is full of adventure, amazement, and lots of photo opportunities.
There are some significant changes for 2024: new features, new photo ops, a new location with expanded space to accommodate larger crowds and yes, this year there is an admission fee of $15 per person.
What’s included with the admission for 2024?
- Visit Santa (if its like last year, ask for a buzzer when you enter, they will buzz you when your meet time is ready)
- Decorate the exclusive JC Huffman 2024 ornament that you get to take home with you!
- Hot Chocolate Bar: hot chocolate is free, however, if you choose additional toppings there is a small additional charge.
- Meet the Grinch
- Visit the Whoville Toy Shop
- The Magical World of Harry Potter and experience Gringotts Bank
- Create your own magic potion
- Photo ops galore!


Are there any potential additional charges/costs?
Yes, the following items are available – but only if you choose.
- If you want to purchase baked goods at Mrs. Claus’ Bakery
- Although the hot chocolate bar is free, if you choose to add toppings, there is small additional charge
- While visiting the Harry Potter experience, you can choose to purchase Butter Beer.
- Toys are also available for purchase at the Whoville Toy Store.

Where is Whoville located?
Address: Lincoln Center, 401 W. Stone Ave, Fairfield, Iowa. Last year, it was at JC Huffman Cabinetry, but this year they purchased the old Lincoln Elementary School, which will now house this and other events.
There is some parking onsite, but if you need additional parking it is available at 503 N 4th Street and they have a free shuttle service.
When is Whoville open?
Friday and Saturday nights between Thanksgiving and Christmas, specifically:
- November 29th and 30th, 5:30pm to 8:00pm
- December 6th and 7th, 5:30pm to 8:00pm
- December 13th and 14th, 5:30pm to 8:00pm
- December 20th and 21st, 5:30pm to 8:00pm




What is the cost to get in?
Admission price is $15.00 per person






Who built Whoville?
The sets were primarily built by Jim Huffman, with help from his employees. Jim and Teresa Huffman are the owners of JC Huffman Cabinetry and are the masterminds who brought Whoville to Fairfield. The company that owns the rights to Whoville has toys for sale on-site, but the sets themselves were made in Fairfield by Jim and his team.



If you’re making the trip to Fairfield for Whoville, I would also encourage you to stop by Central Park in downtown Fairfield to see their lights display. Also, here are some ideas for places to eat while you’re visiting Fairfield.


