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Merry Cheese-mas with Santa – SOLD OUT

Downtown St. Charles IL, United States

ADVANCE REGISTRATION REQUIRED Santa is coming to St. Charles at Giordano’s Pizzeria! Enjoy a magical experience with the jolly ol’ fella as you settle in for a family dinner of oh so cheesy pizza — offered in thin crust and deep dish — with salad and soda. While you savor some delicious cookies baked fresh...

$35

Visits with Santa: Milk and Cookies

Circle Park (Bloomingdale) 163 Fairfield Way, Bloomingdale, IL, United States

Join us for another exciting Festival of Lights event. Milk & cookies with Santa Clause is a great way to get into the holiday spirit. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Place to Eat with Santa.

Santa Parade and Tree Lighting

Downtown Lisle IL, United States

Santa Parade & Tree Lighting Join in the fun and watch the holiday parade through downtown Lisle! Santa, the Lisle-Woodridge Fire District, the Village and others will participate in this time-honored tradition. The parade will kick off at 4:30 p.m., followed by the annual tree lighting ceremony at 5:00 p.m. in front of the Village...

The Polar Express Storytime Train – SOLD OUT

Geneva Train Station 328 Crescent Place, Geneva, IL, United States

Travel to the “North Pole” to pick up Santa and his friends. They will travel back with us to Geneva and have lunch or dinner at Aurelio’s Pizza. After we eat, every child will have the opportunity to visit with Santa, give him their wish list, and have a picture taken. PLEASE NOTE: Families are...

$35 – $48
Event Series Pictures with Santa

Pictures with Santa

Geneva Commons 602 Commons Drive, Geneva, IL, United States

Santa’s in town! This holiday season, families are invited to capture memories with Santa every Sunday, starting November 27 through December 18 from 11am – 3pm. Little ones are invited to meet Santa, create memories, and capture photos they will treasure for a lifetime. Plus, there will be toy giveaways for the kids, available while...

Free
Event Series Storytime with the Grinch – SOLD OUT

Storytime with the Grinch – SOLD OUT

Blackberry Farm 100 S. Barnes Road, Aurora, IL, United States

REGISTER IN ADVANCE Visit with the Grinch and enjoy cookies and hot cocoa. There will be story time and photo opportunities. Each registered attendant is also invited to enjoy all Holiday Express has to offer, come early or stay after depending on your ticket time, Holiday Express runs 2-7 pm. You won’t want to miss...

$12
Event Series Santa Express – SOLD OUT

Santa Express – SOLD OUT

Wheaton Train Station 402 W Front St, Wheaton, IL, United States

Celebrate the holiday season with a train ride with Santa that includes a story, holiday music, and treats. Each paid child receives a small gift from Santa and a goody bag. General admission sales begin at 8A on October 18. Pricing: $20 per person Tickets are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. All...

$20

Santa’s Dinner Dash

Pottawatomie Community Center 8 North Ave, St. Charles, IL, United States

ADVANCE REGISTRATION STRONGLY RECOMMENDED Twas' weeks before Christmas and all through the town park district elves are scurrying around. Planning and preparing family dinners with care You will see Santa while driving through there. Pizza and cookies are yummy to eat give Santa a smile and receive a sweet treat!   For information on more...

$79

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