• Santa Pictures at Flooring Avenue

    Flooring Avenue 21200 Rogers Drive, Rogers, MN, United States

    Take pictures with Mr. and Mrs. Claus along with their LIVE Reindeer! Reindeer will be on site Saturday ONLY. There will be multiple scenes for great picture opportunities and fun things to do while you wait your turn. Photos are on a first come, first served basis. Be sure to bring your camera! Hours vary: November 24: 11am - 3pm November 25: 9:30am - 4pm  (ONLY DAY WITH LIVE REINDEER) November 26: 11am - 3pm This is a very popular event every year and it gets busy quick! There will be gifts for the children, an area for them to write down what they wish for to give to Santa, snacks, and multiple backdrops for fun pictures indoors and outdoors while you wait.

    Free
  • Otsego Tree Lighting

    Prairie Center 8899 Nashua Ave NE, Otsego, MN, United States

    Kick off this magical season with some holiday cheer at Otsego's annual tree lighting event. Bring your family and friends to Prairie Center grab a cookie & a cup of cocoa, listen to SOAR Regional Arts' carolers preform some joyous melodies, bring your letters to Santa, meet some of your favorite holiday characters, and more!

    Free
  • Caroling at the Hanover Bridge

    Join the Hanover Historical Society at the historic pedestrian bridge in downtown Hanover to revive a Victorian community Christmas past. This family-friendly event is free—a gift to the community. Area church and school choirs/groups will lift us into a festive spirit with their lively renditions of familiar songs and carols, interacting with audience sing-a-longs. Everyone enjoys hot cider and cookies around crackling bonfires. Bring your camera for instant memories of your child bundled up in an authentic one-horse open sleigh and meet one-on-one with Old St. Nick.

    Free
  • Santa Photos at St. Michael Fire Dept

    St. Michael Fire Department 216 Main Street South, St. Michael, MN, United States

    Come have your picture taken with Santa Claus at the St. Michael Central Fire Station. This event will also be accepting donations of children's toys for those in need over the holidays. Event sponsored by the St. Michael Fire Explorers

    Free
  • Holiday Boutique w/ Santa

    Alleluia Lutheran Church 10401 30th Street NE, St. Michael, MN, United States

    Enjoy free hot beverages and cookies while you browse approximately 30 crafters and small business vendors selling unique gift items in support of Healing Haiti. Grab a professional photo with Santa and Mrs. Claus from 10am to noon. This event also includes concessions for purchase and a drawing for two $50 Visa gift cards.

  • Santa & Reindeer at Albertville Outlets

    Albertville Premium Outlets 6415 Labeaux Ave NE, Albertville, MN, United States

    Join Albertville Premium Outlets for FREE photos with Santa and his live reindeer, located outside in Plaza B, near Starbucks! Enjoy festivities for the whole family including complimentary candy canes and warm beverages. This event takes place on BOTH Saturday and Sunday from 10am to noon. While you're there, you can find gifts for everyone on your list at Albertville Premium Outlets.

    Free
  • Children’s Holiday Shopping Mall

    STMA Middle School West 11343 50th St NE, Albertville, MN, United States

    Let your kids experience the gift of giving! The Girl Scouts of River Valley, together with their families, have been busy putting together inexpensive gifts that children can purchase. All the gifts will be priced between 25¢ and $5. Older Girl Scouts will escort children through the mall and assist them in their shopping experience so parents can be surprised. Each table in the Mall will gift-wrap and tag the presents so they will be ready for under the tree when you get home. This event is for children old enough to walk through 5th grade. (Adults are allowed to shop at 1pm)  Register for a time slot in advance at https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E084FACA92DABFD0-46092545-childrens Children are encouraged to bring a donation of non-perishable food for the Hanover Food Shelf. Don't forget to sit with Santa and have your photo taken! Attendees are also invited to grab a snack at the sweet shop.