It may seem early, but November is really the perfect time to get a visit in with Santa. It kicks the season off, while providing those memorable photos that are perfect for Holiday greeting cards. Plus it gives you the opportunity to extend the *most* magical time of the year. If you’re looking to spot Santa, here are a few events and activities to attend:
Danbury Fair Mall (beginning 11/8)
Santa Magic is back at the Danbury Fair Mall with Santa’s Winter Wonderland opening 11/11. Hours vary throughout the season & reservations are recommended.
Hollandia Garden & Nursery Christmas Spectacular (11/8 – 11/10). Visits with Santa & Mrs. Claus happening every Saturday & Sunday in December through Christmas.
Visit Hollandia this year and enjoy live music, Santa, and shopping for holiday decor. Hours are 12PM – 3PM
Stew Leonard (beginning 11/29)
Open 7 days a week. Monday – Friday 3:30PM – 6PM and Saturday & Sunday 11AM -6PM.
Bethel Winterfest (11/24)
The Bethel Chamber of Commerce kicks off the holiday season with a fun family-friendly event along Greenwood Avenue. Spend the afternoon shopping and stay the Tree Lighting and opportunity to meet Santa!
Danbury Railway Trains Rides to Visit Santa (weekends beginning 11/30)
All aboard the Snow Clipper for the Gift Express! Enjoy a ride through the Danbury Railyard to visit with Santa. Tickets include the train ride, a visit with Santa, and museum admission.
Light the Lights in CityCenter Danbury (12/7)
Bring your camera for pictures with Santa on the green.
Newtown Holiday Festival (12/8)
This fun and family-oriented event is in support of Newtown Youth & Family Services. Beginning in 11/8, kids have the chance to drop off their Letters to Santa at the Toy Tree in Newtown. And Santa of course, will be at the Holiday Festival happening 12/8 on Main Street.
Santa Sleigh Rides
More information coming soon!
Firetruck Visits with Santa
Newtown Hook & Ladder, Botsford Fire, Brookfield Fire, and Dodingtown Fire have offered Santa visits as part of holiday fundraising efforts. For more information, please contact the firehouses directly to learn more about Holiday 2024. Registration closes 11/10 or when full.
Breakfast with Santa
12/7: Miry Brook Fire Department
12/8: Hilltop Kitchen, Sandy Hook
12/14: Newtown Parks & Recreation (Details coming soon)
12/14 & 12/15: Stew Leonards
The season’s just getting started and I know Santa will show up at many other events. If you know of anything happening, please email Meghan at [email protected] so the event can be added to the CALENDAR.
