It’s a holiday tradition many of us remember fondly. The big guy in the bright red suit, white beard and rosy cheeks invites us to visit with him and share all our Christmas wishes.
It creates a special memory for the entire family and Hendricks County, Indiana, has a variety of opportunities to experience a visit with Santa this holiday season.
Visit Hendricks County’s event calendar keeps a running tab on all activities throughout the season, but here are a few you might want to register for or add to your calendar right away.
Whether you’re headed out early to Danville’s Christmas on the Square Nov. 29 or Main Street Plainfield’s Light Up Main Street event on Nov. 30 or plan to attend Avon and Brownsburg’s annual events (this year on Dec. 7), they all have one thing in common. Santa will be there.
Take a photo, bring those letters mail to the North Pole and officially kick off the holiday season.
Looking for something extra special? Several Hendricks County locations include a bonus with your visit: Photos with Santa. Beasley’s Christmas at the Orchard is a popular one. The event is reservation only and fills up quickly but includes that classic, rustic backdrop of their Civil-War era barn.
Red Curb Comedy Theatre offers a private, appointment-only experience with Santa and you’re welcome to bring the family pet. Again, tickets sell out fast, so don’t wait!
Natural Valley Ranch offers another unique opportunity at Cookies and Cocoa with Santa on Dec. 7, or you might choose to join in on a Candy Cane Hunt with Santa on Dec. 14. Stop by the petting zoo to visit with rabbits, goats and more. Registration is required.
Plainfield’s Hometown Holidays on Dec. 14 offers photos with Santa, a petting zoo and pony rides among plenty of other free holiday-themed activities.
It always feels good to give back over the holiday season, and we can do so while also having a great time with the family. The Kiwanis Club in Brownsburg will once again offer photos with Santa and they’re requesting donations for Riley Hospital for Children from 4-8 p.m. Dec. 13 and 14.
Strides to Success in Plainfield raises funds for their work in equine therapy with an evening of family fun called Christmas with the Ponies, from 4-8 p.m. Dec. 14.
The Shops at Perry Crossing will host a Santa visiting area across from Old Navy. Stop by during select hours from Nov. 29 through Dec. 24. The experience allows children to share their wish lists and get photos, and you get some holiday shopping done there.
The Danville Kiwanis Club will host Santa in Santaland, a tradition for many, at the Winterland Light Show in Ellis Park. From 6 to 9 p.m. on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays through Dec. 22 be sure to stop by the train station before or after checking out the beautiful, drive-through light display.
