Restoration work will be ongoing at the park. All historic buildings will receive new roofs. Park will be closed December 3-5 for this construction.
The main entrance and parking lot are located at 409 W Riordan Rd., two blocks east of Milton Rd. next to the NAU parking garage.
Strolling With Santa
Riordan Mansion State Historic Park
Saturday, December 20, 2025 4-6 p.m.
Santa will be strolling the grounds, Visitor Center, and West House museum to visit with children to hear their Christmas wishes. Weather permitting, the grounds will be lit with luminarias.
This event is free to the public thanks to Pioneer Title Agency. Hot apple cider will be available in the visitor center and Christmas music in the West House thanks to Just Desserts quartet. Does not include tour admission to Riordan Mansion.
MORE EVENTS
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December 1 - January 6
The Riordan Mansion is ready for Christmas
The Mansion is festively decorated in turn-of-the-century style with wreaths, garlands, greenery and a towering fir tree trimmed with old-fashioned ornaments. Guided tours during this time include glimpses of folklore and traditions of Christmas, both past and present.
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December 20, 21, 22, and 23, 2025
Riordan Special Tour: Christmas Twilight Tour
The original 1904 light fixtures with Edison style bulbs provide a beautiful glow in the Riordan Mansion for this special evening tour.
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January 1, 2026
First Day Hike at Riordan Mansion
Nature In Your Backyard Winter Edition! Join us for an exploration of wintertime nature in Flagstaff. This guided walk will last about an hour as we explore our five acres.
