Santa's Flight to Schaumburg
Guests gather inside the airport hangar to enjoy a buffet meal accompanied by holiday music and crafts. As Santa approaches, the hangar doors open so attendees can watch his helicopter touch down. Afterward, Santa steps inside to meet children and pose for photos.
Dec 5 – Dec 6, 2026 All Ages
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Plan Your Visit
Tickets
Residents $35; non-residents $40. Both children and adults must register; children 2 and younger are free.
Hours
Dec. 5: 1p-3p (lunch time slot only); Dec. 6: 9a-11a (breakfast time slot) and 1p-3p (lunch time slot). Doors open at 8:30 a.m. for the breakfast time slot and 12:30 p.m. for the lunch time slot.
Food & Drink
A buffet breakfast or lunch is served, depending on the registered time slot.
Accessibility
An elevator is located next to the stairwell for access to the lower-level hangar doors.
Location
Tips & Advice
- Register every adult and child attending; children must stay with an adult throughout the event.
- Choose a breakfast or lunch registration slot, as the buffet meal depends on the selected slot.
- Bring a phone or camera to take photos with Santa.
- Dress for the weather because the entryway is limited and the line may extend outdoors.
- Arrive ready to find first-come, first-served seating.
Special Events & Promotions
- Children aged two and younger attend free.
- Saturday has a lunch-only session.
- Sunday offers breakfast and lunch sessions.
Links & Contact
Run by Schaumburg Park District
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who can attend, and do children need an adult with them?
The event is for all ages. Children must be accompanied by an adult throughout, and both children and adults must register.
What happens while guests wait for Santa?
Guests can enjoy holiday music and crafts in the hangar, then watch Santa's helicopter land before greeting him and taking photos.
What food is included?
A buffet breakfast or lunch is offered, depending on the selected registration slot.
What should we bring, and what should we wear?
Bring a phone or camera for photos and dress for the weather, as the line may extend outdoors.
Is there an elevator, and how is seating handled?
One elevator is beside the stairwell. Seating is first-come, first-served.
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