The holidays are always a busy time. Are you wondering, “Where is Santa near me?” and how you’re going to squeeze in a photo with the big guy, during all of the holiday light events and other winter fun?
We’ve got you covered with these holiday events where you can see Santa Claus in metro Detroit.
This article was recently updated Oct. 23, 2024, by Metro Parent’s Audience Development Coordinator, Kari Zaffarano. The update included her adding Santa events to the MetroParent.com‘s calendar and featuring the best places to see Santa in metro Detroit. Questions? Please reach out to kari@metroparent.com.
Best Santa events in metro Detroit
Santa’s Wonderland
Through Dec. 24, 2024
- Address: Select Cabela’s and Bass Pro Shop locations
- Cost: Free
Pick your nearest Cabela’s or Bass Pro Shop and schedule a time to enjoy a visit with Santa. You’ll receive a free four-by-six photo and a free shareable video.
Blake’s Santa Experience at Blake’s Orchard & Cider Mill
Nov. 23-23, 29-30; Dec 1, Dec 7-8, Dec 14-15, 2024
- Address: 17985 Armada Center Road, Armada
- Cost: $19.95/child, $7.95/adult, free/ages 2 and under
Head to Lovey’s House for a visit and photo with Santa Claus. Tickets also include donut and cider, make-and-take craft, children’s activities and a take home toy.
Birmingham Santa Walk
Nov. 30, 2024
- Address: Downtown Birmingham
- Cost: Free
Welcome Santa to town at this annual event in downtown Birmingham. It takes place on Small Business Saturday, which offers free horse-drawn carriage rides and free hot chocolate. Registration is required.
Home for the Holidays
Nov. 30; Dec. 6-8, 13-15, 20-22, 2024
- Address: Ford House, 1100 Lake Shore Road, Grosse Pointe Shores
- Cost: $20-$28/ages 13-plus, $10-$14/ages 2-12, free/ages 0-1
Enjoy stunning light displays throughout the estate on a one-mile walk around the Ford House grounds. Also, explore the Main Residents, enjoy a complimentary hot chocolate, visit and take a photo with Santa Claus and more.
Snacks with Santa
Nov. 30, Dec. 14, 21, 2024
- Address: Kensington Metropark, 4570 Huron River Pkwy., Milford
- Cost: $12/person
Visit with Santa by the Christmas Tree and enjoy a holiday sing-a-long, horse-drawn carriage ride and snacks. Pre-registration is required.
Holiday Breakfast (with the Grinch or Santa)
Dec. 2, 9, 16, 23, 2023
- Address: Canterbury Village, 2325 Joslyn Court, Lake Orion
- Cost: $24.99/person plus tax, free/under 2
This buffet-style breakfast will include visits with the big guy or the Grinch, depending on the day you choose. The seating times are at 9:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m.
Holiday Lights at the Farm
Dec. 6-8, 13-15, 20-21, 2024
- Address: Wolcott Mill Metropark, Farm Center, 65775 Wolcott Road, Ray
- Cost: $8/person, free/under 2
Stroll through and enjoy traditional holiday decorations and thousands of sparkling lights. Visit with Santa and the resident animals, listen to holiday music and take a tractor-drawn wagon ride around the farm fields. Dress for the weather. Registration required.
Cookies with Santa
Dec. 7, 12, 14, 19, 21, 2024
- Address: Ford House, 1100 Lake Shore Road, Grosse Pointe Shores
- Cost: $20/member child, $30/non-member child
Bring your own camera to snap a photo with Santa Claus and enjoy a freshly baked cookie afterwards. Advanced online tickets are required.
Holiday Walk: Santa Saturday
Dec. 7, 14, 21, 2024
- Address: Meadow Brook Hall, 350 Estate Drive, Rochester
- Cost: $23.50/non-members ages 13-plus, $11.75/members ages 13-plus, $11/non-members ages 3-12, $5.50/members ages 3-12, free/ages 2 and under
Visits with Santa are included in the Holiday Walk, which is Meadow Brook’s daytime holiday experience indoors at the historic mansion. Take a self-guided walk through the mansion to view its holiday decorations and enjoy seasonal concessions. Advanced online tickets are required.
Photos with Santa
Dec. 7, 2024
- Address: Indian Springs Metropark, 5200 Indian Trail, White Lake
- Cost: $10/group
Families can come out to the Environmental Discovery Center to enjoy the festive atmosphere and take a photo with Santa Claus. Registration required.
Santa Sighting
Dec. 7-8, 2024
- Address: Cranbrook House and Gardens, 380 Lone Pine Road, Bloomfield Hills
- Cost: $60/family
Have your photo taken with Santa inside Cranbrook House, go on a scavenger hunt, enjoy hands-on activities and meet Mrs. Claus at this event. Advanced registration is required.
Santa Visits at the Farm
Dec. 7-8, 14-15, 2024
- Address: Maybury Farm, 50165 Eight Mile Road, Northville
- Cost: $10/person, free/under 2
Visit with Santa in his antique sleigh and have your photo taken by Santa’s elf. Drop your letter off in their North Pole mailbox, warm up by the bonfire, see the farm animals, shop at the general store and more. Reservations are required.
Snacks with Santa
Dec. 7, 2024
- Address: Lake Erie Metropark, 32481 W. Jefferson Ave., Brownstown Township
- Cost: $6/person, free/under 2
Visit with Santa Claus and enjoy a holiday snack, crafts, games, music and more at this indoor event. Rgistration is required.
Bedtime Stories with Santa
Dec. 8, 12, 2024
- Address: The War Memorial, 32 Lake Shore Drive, Grosse Pointe Farms
- Cost: $20/child, $1/adult (limit 2 adults per child)
Dress your kids up in their comfiest jammies, listen to Santa read a holiday story and have their photo taken with the big guy. There will be milk and cookies, too. Advanced registration required.
Brunch with Santa
Dec. 8, 22, 2024
- Address: Ford House, 1100 Lake Shore Road, Grosse Pointe Shores
- Cost: Table for 3: $120/member, $165/non-member; Table for 4: 160/member, $220/non-member; Table for 6: $240/member, $330/non-member
Families can enjoy a hot breakfast buffet and children can chat with Santa and share their holiday wishes. Advanced tickets required.
Milk and Cookies with Santa
Dec. 13, 2024
- Address: Rochester Avon Recreation Authority, 500 E. Second St., Rochester
- Cost: $15/resident child, $20/non-resident child
Meet and have your picture taken with Santa Claus at RARA. Enjoy cookies and explore candy cane lane, the North Pole and a winter wonderland. Registration required.
Santa’s Candy Cane Trail
Dec. 14, 2024
- Address: Hudson Mills Metropark, 8801 N. Territorial Road, Dexter
- Cost: $6/person, free/under 2
Meet the winter characters as you take a stroll down candy cane trail and get a chance to see Santa. Also, take a ride on the Holiday Carol Wagon Ride. Bring your cameras. Registration is required.
Selfies with Santa
Dec. 14, 2024
- Address: Detroit Public Library – Elmwood Branch, 550 Chene St., Detroit
- Cost: Free
Meet Santa at Detroit Public Library – Elmwood Branch. Bring your own camera. Reservations are required.
Breakfast with Santa
Dec. 15, 2024
- Address: The War Memorial, 32 Lake Shore Drive, Grosse Pointe Farms
- Cost: $50/adult, $30/child
Dress in your holiday best and get your camera ready for photos with Santa. He will be arriving by helicopter to kickstart the festivities. Tickets include breakfast, make-your-own hot cocoa station, make-and-take crafts and a visit with Santa Claus.
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