Swanson’s Nursery is once again home to reindeer Blitzer and Dasher, who will be staying at the nursery until Christmas Eve.

This is the nursery’s ninth annual Reindeer Festival and each year they attract hundreds of kids.

There are daily feeding times at 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. but people can come see the reindeer up close every day from 9 a.m. until 7 p.m.

Fun fact: Male reindeer lose their antlers in early fall meaning that Blitzen and Dasher, who still have their beautiful large antlers, are both female.

Santa will visit the nursery from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 26 and 27, allowing for a unique photo opportunity with a sleigh and a live reindeer.

While Blitzen and Dasher are people-friendly, a third reindeer, named Jingle, has been specially trained to stand still for hours at a time for photos.

Also back this year are Curly, the curious camel, and his companion, Moe, the miniature donkey.

The animals will be staying at the nursery until Dec. 23rd and people are encouraged to stop by at 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. for daily feeding.