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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

Winter Wonder Fest

Village Commons (North Riverside) 2401 S. DesPlaines Ave., North Riverside, IL, United States

Celebrate the holidays with friends and family at the Village of North Riverside Tree Lighting Celebration. Enjoy holiday music, refreshments, lights, and Santa Claus! Tree Lighting at 6:30pm sharp! For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Places to See Santa.

Free
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
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

Brunch with Buddy the Elf – SOLD OUT

Vaughan Athletic Center 2121 W. Indian Trail, Aurora, IL, United States

REGISTER IN ADVANCE This event will be held at the Vaughan Athletic Center! Families can enjoy a special holiday brunch with the Grinch. Feast on a Grinch-themed buffet along with story-time with Cindy Lou Who and a craft. Don’t forget the camera for pictures with the Grinch! All ticket sales are final.

$15

Holiday Pop-up

The Promenade Bolingbrook 631 E Boughton Road, Bolingbrook, IL, United States

Come make holiday crafts with us plus The Grinch, Frosty, and Rudolph will be here visiting. The first 100 children to attend will receive a free cup of hot cocoa and cookie. Held inside the space next to C'zar Salon and Mago.

Free

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