Visit Santa at The Village of Rochester Hills
Families can meet Santa Claus inside his cozy winter setup and take their own holiday photos. Visitors can also stroll through the outdoor shopping center decorated with festive lights, explore nearby retail shops, and stop for seasonal food, sweet treats, or coffee.
What to Expect
Free visits and photos with Santa in a cozy winter setting.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
The Village of Rochester Hills
Food & Drink
Visitors can enjoy seasonal flavors, sweet treats, or coffee while visiting.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families with children
Vibe
Festive and cozy
Energy Level
Low
Budget
Free
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
Moderate
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: Free for all ages.
- Hours: Fri, Nov 20: 6pm-9pm; Sat, Nov 21: 2pm-8pm; Sun, Nov 22: 2pm-6pm; Fri, Nov 27: 2pm-8pm; Sat, Nov 28: Noon-5pm and 5pm-8pm; Sun, Nov 29: Noon-6pm; Fri, Dec 4: 4pm-8pm; Sat, Dec 5: Noon-4pm and 4pm-8pm; Sun, Dec 6: Noon-6pm; Fri, Dec 11: 4pm-8pm; Sat, Dec 12: 11am-5pm and 5pm-9pm; Sun, Dec 13: Noon-6pm; Thu, Dec 17: 2pm-8pm; Fri, Dec 18: 2pm-8pm; Sat, Dec 19: 10am-4pm and 4pm-9pm; Sun, Dec 20: Noon-6pm; Mon, Dec 21 and Tue, Dec 22: 2pm-8pm; Wed, Dec 23: 10am-4pm and 4pm-9pm; Thu, Dec 24: 10am-4pm.
- Parking: Free parking.
- Pets: Pets can meet Santa on Pet Day, Sunday, November 22.
Tips & Advice
- Bring your own camera or phone, because the visit is free and you take your own photos with Santa.
- Go to Light the Village on November 20 to see Santa's first appearance, plus fireworks and holiday entertainment.
- Bring your pet on Pet Day, Sunday, November 22, so your pet can join the family photos with Santa.
- If you drive an electric car, park behind Chico's, where the Village's EV chargers are, and charge while you visit Santa.
- Keep an eye on the forecast, because all programming at The Village depends on the weather.
Special Events & Promotions
- Santa makes his first 2026 appearance at Light the Village on Friday, November 20, with fireworks, holiday music and emcee Jay Towers.
- Special Needs day on Saturday, November 21.
- Pet Day on Sunday, November 22.
- Christmas Eve visits with Santa on Thursday, December 24.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
Can we take our own photos with Santa?
Yes, bring your own camera. Santa sits in a cozy winter setup that's made for Christmas photos, and visits are free for all ages.
Is there a day for pets?
Yes. Sunday, November 22 is Pet Day.
Is there a session for families with special needs?
Yes. Saturday, November 21 is set aside as the Special Needs day.
Where should we park?
Parking is free all day. There are on-street spaces throughout the Village and larger lots behind the stores. EV chargers are behind Chico's.
Where can we eat after seeing Santa?
The Village has seasonal food, sweet treats and coffee, and you can walk the lit-up outdoor shopping streets.
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