Santa and his elves will be all over Omaha and Council Bluffs to visit with boys and girls and share a little Holiday cheer!
Find 100+ Holiday Events in Omaha for many family-friendly fun this Holiday Season!
It is always a good idea to verify the information with the business before visiting as details and times may change.
Please note: At some locations, only professional photography will be permitted.
Ongoing Santa Events
*See Special Santa Events in the next section.
Santa’s Wonderland at Cabela’s and Santa’s Wonderland at Bass Pro Shops – Thru Dec 24th – FREE [Advanced Registration Required]
- Santa’s Wonderland offers Contactless Claus visits, free Photo with Santa, and free take-home holiday craft activity kits.
- Advance reservations are required in all locations for Free Santa photo and can go quickly. Reserving is easy and free.
- Location:
- Cabela’s – 12703 Westport Pkwy, La Vista, NE
- Bass Pro Shops – 2901 Bass Pro Dr, Council Bluffs, IA
Meet Santa at Mulhalls – Nov 24th – Dec 17th – $10/Members, $20/Non-Members
- While he’s here, Santa will check on his reindeer, Dasher and Dancer, then sit with all his young friends, carefully noting each and every request. Santa is so excited to see you, and you can say hello and wave to him while you drop off your letter in his mail slot. He reads and cherishes each one
- Fridays: 4p–6p, Saturday + Sunday: 12p–3p
- Location: Mulhalls – 3615 N. 120th St., Omaha, NE
Santa Visits at Union Station – Nov 24th – Dec 23rd – Museum Admission
- Visit our jolly pal from the North Pole at his cozy cabin retreat! Children can choose to sit on Santa’s lap or give him a call on our old-fashioned telephone! If using the phone, Santa’s elves will be at the switchboard to make sure you get connected to the big guy himself.
- Family Nights with Santa: Tuesdays, 5-8PM • November 28 and December 5, 12 & 19
- November 24-December 17 – Friday & Saturday, 10AM-Noon & 1-3PM, Sunday: Noon-3PM
- December 19-23 (Week before Christmas) – daily Tuesday – Saturday, 10AM-Noon & 1-3PM
- Location: The Durham Museum – 801 S. 10th St., Omaha, NE
Visit with Santa via Countryside Village – REGISTER
- Schedule an in-person Santa visit or a virtual Santa visit.
- Location:Countryside Village – 8724 Countryside Plz., Omaha, NE.
Visit Santa at Regency – November 24 – December 24
- Enjoy visits & photos with Santa located in center court outside of Borsheim’s. Photo packages are available through Mary Kay Photography. Cameras are allowed with a minimum purchase.
- Location: 120 Regency Pkwy., Omaha, NE.
Visit Santa at Westroads Mall: Von Maur Court – Nov. 26 – Dec. 24 – REGISTER
- Take photos with Santa and create magical moments for you and your family.
- Sensory Friendly Day – Dec 3rd 10:30-11:30am
Visit Santa at Oak View Mall – Days & Times Vary
- Santa will arrive Friday December 1st and will be near our food court Thursday- Sunday until Christmas eve when he returns to the North Pole! The hours to see Santa will be, Thursday & Friday 5pm-7pm, Saturday 12pm- 7pm, and Sunday 12pm- 6pm
- Location: Oak View Mall – 3001 S. 144th St., Omaha, NE
Santa’s Workshop at Shadow Lake Towne Center – Nov. 24 – Dec. 24
- Santa’s workshop will be open from November 24th through December 24th. Located next to Management office near Early Bird. Photos will be available.
Santa’s North Pole at Zoolightful – Tickets Required
- Drop off your holiday wish list at the North Pole before a complimentary visit and photo with Santa Claus himself through December 23. Santa Claus is available to visit until 8:30 p.m. Sunday through Wednesday and until 9:30 p.m. Thursday through Saturday.
- Location: 3701 S. 10th St., Omaha, NE.
Special Santa Events
Dec 16th & 17th – Santa Stravaganza at NFM – 10:00am(16th) 11:00am(17th)-4:00pm – FREE
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Come see Santa, live reindeer, do crafts with Mrs. Clause, have hot cocoa, treats, and more!
- Location: NFM – 700 S 72nd St, Omaha, NE 68114
Dec 17th – Kids’ Christmas Party with Santa – 10:00am-2:00pm – $10 [REGISTER]
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Santa Claus is coming to Canoyer’s! Bring the whole family out to our Kids’ Christmas Party for a time of kids’ crafts, sweet treats, and to see the big man himself! Kids can enjoy making crafts like salt dough ornaments and holiday paper chains showing how tall they are this year. Plus, we will have delicious cookies available for them to decorate! Take part in all of these fun activities for $10!
- Location: Canoyer Garden Center – 11240 S 66th St Papillion, NE
Dec 17th – Santa at Lanoha – 11:00am-2:00pm – FREE
- Step into our Winter Wonderland and enjoy the sights and sounds of the season! Come see Santa and shop the area’s most unique selection of holiday plant material and decor! Pets are welcome too! FREE & family friendly!
- Location: Lanoha Nurseries – 19111 W Center Rd, Omaha, NE 68130
Dec 17th – Beats & Brunch with Santa – 12:00-2:00pm – Registration Recommended
- Santa will be headed to The Cottonwood Hotel for their weekly Beats & Brunch! Experience unique sounds curated by Don Wurtz and an awesome brunch menu featuring both classic and contemporary dishes. Reservations highly encouraged.
- Location: The Cottonwood Hotel – 302 S 36th St, Omaha, NE 68131
Dec 18th – Visit Santa at Ollie & Hobbes Craft Kitchen – 5:30-7:30pm – FREE
- Visit Santa and his live reindeer. Share your wish list with Santa at Ollie & Hobbes, then visit Santa’s reindeer right outside in the parking lot.
- Location: Ollie & Hobbes Craft Kitchen – 310 E. Gold Coast Rd., Papillion, NE
Dec 19th – Polar Express with Santa – 5:00-7:00pm – $10 [REGISTER]
- Kids will listen to the Polar Express story while enjoying popcorn and hot cocoa. Then take a ride through the City of Papillion to view holiday lights on an hour bus tour.
- Location: Papillion Landing Chrysalis Suites – 1046 W Lincoln St, Papillion, NE 68046
Dec 19th – Santa & Mrs. Claus at DJ’s Dugout – 5:30pm – FREE Kids Meal with Adult Entree
- Santa is coming to DJ’s Dugout. Also featuring Loli Pop Dah Clown & Friends! Bring your camera & take some photos with the Claus family! Receive One FREE Kids Meal with the purchase of an adult entree! Offer available during event only. Not valid with any other offer
- Location: DJ’s Dugout Sports Bar Plattsmouth – 2405 Oak Hill Rd, Plattsmouth, NE 68048
Dec 20th – Tot Time at Field House with Santa – 9:30am – FREE/Children, $2/Adults
- Bring your little one to Tot Time to let their energy out. This activity will provide a place and time for an organized activity, time to run, hide, and play.
- Location: Papillion Landing Field House – 1046 W Lincoln St, Papillion, NE 68046
Dec 20th – Santa Photos at NFM – 5:30-7:30pm – FREE
- Share your wish list and take a FREE selfie with Father Christmas himself! Kids will receive a free gift *while supplies last*
- Location: NFM – 700 S 72nd St, Omaha, NE 68114
Dec 22nd – Santa’s Coming to Crescent! – 11:00am-2:00pm
- Get the perfect snowy backdrop for this year’s photo with Santa! Swing by the Mt. Crescent Ski Area lodge on Friday, December 22nd between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. to get your photo and a sweet treat from Santa Michael and his helper elf.
- Location: Mt. Crescent Ski Area – 17026 Snowhill Ln, Honey Creek, Iowa 51542
Dec 23rd – Santa is Coming to Jones Bros Cupcakes! – 11:00am-1:00pm – FREE
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Santa is coming to Jones Bros Cupcakes in Aksarben Village! Enjoy FREE Hot Chocolate during the Santa Event! Plus, listen to a special reading of The Polar Express! (Read by Olivia). Bring your camera for pictures & be sure to check out our great selection of Holiday Cookies, Cupcakes, & even more goodies!
- Location: Jones Bros Cupcakes – 2279 S 67th St, Omaha, NE 68106
Dec 23rd – Selfies with Santa Paws – 12:00-1:00pm
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Santa Gene is back just in time for Christmas! His sleigh is making a special stop at the dog bar for all the good furr boys and girls. He will be walking the park and available for pictures! We will also have a backdrop set up too.So before your Holiday festivities begin, stop by to get those zoomies out, grab a hot cup of boozy cocoa, and cheers with Santa!
- Location: Omaha Dog Bar – 1231 S 14th St, Omaha, NE 68108
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Past Events
Pets Nights with Santa at Westroads Mall – Nov. 26 – Dec. 5 – 4:00-7:00pm – REGISTER
- Get your furry friends together to strike a pose with St. Nick, capturing paw-fect holiday moments to share with family and friends!
Nov 25th – Visit Santa at Rockbrook Village – 12:00-3:00pm – FREE
- Celebrate Small Business Saturday Nov. 25th by shopping local and enjoying some holiday fun! Bring the whole family and visit Santa in the plaza and take a complimentary horse and carriage ride around the village. Don’t forget to stop into Mary’s Mountain Cookies and Great Harvest Bread Co. where kiddos will receive a free cookie and free hot cocoa. This event is from 12pm-3pm and is FREE to the public.
- Location: 2800 S. 110th Ct., Omaha, NE
Nov 26th – Santa’s Sleigh Ride in La Vista – 3:00-7:30pm – FREE
- Santa will start on the west side of 84th Street and progressively work his way east. The approximate times are 3-5 p.m. on the west side and 5-7 p.m. on the east side.
- Location: Central Park/Santa’s Workshop – 8305 Park View Blvd
Nov 30th – Lights on Dundee – 4:00-8:00pm – FREE
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Kick off the holiday season with our annual Lights on Dundee celebration with activities for the whole family! Enjoy free trolley rides, photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus (pets welcome!), complimentary hot chocolate and many sweet treats! Local student choirs will be making the holiday bright with caroling along Underwood Ave
- Location: Underwood Ave. (49th – 51st), Dundee, NE.
‘Twas the Lights Before Christmas in La Vista
- Visit Santa and His Reindeer
- Dec 1st,12th,15th 4:30-6:30pm, Dec 9th 8:00-10:00 (No Reindeer)
- Location: Central Park/Santa’s Workshop – 8305 Park View Blvd, La Vista, NE
- Letters to Santa
- Nov 26th – Dec 14th
- Location: Santa’s Workshop outdoor mailbox (8305 Park View Blvd.) and La Vista Public Library (9110 Giles Rd.)
Dec 1st – Visit Santa and His Reindeer – 4:30-6:30pm – FREE
- You’re invited to visit Santa and the reindeer at his workshop in La Vista this holiday season! See the reindeer, walk through the La Vista Wonderland in Central Park, enjoy some cookies and then enter Santa’s magical workshop—where you can enjoy crafts while you wait to see Santa! There will be lots of photo opportunities inside the workshop and outside in the park.
- Location: Central Park/Santa’s Workshop – 8305 Park View Blvd
Dec 2nd – Santa Paws – 10:00am-12:00pm – FREE with pet food donation
- Get a pet photo with Santa! Bring your dog (or dogs) to Santa’s Workshop for a free professional portrait. Bring a pet food donation for the La Vista Gives collection to benefit the NeighborGood Community Pantry
- Location: Santa’s Workshop – 8305 Park View Blvd.
Dec 2nd – SantaPalooza at Scheels – 10:00am-2:00pm – FREE
- Be here when Santa & Mrs. Claus arrive in a carriage at the North entrance at 10 a.m. Come in and enjoy Free Face Painting, Balloon Art, Ferris Wheel rides & have the kids meet Santa & Mrs. Claus.
- Location: Scheels at Village Pointe – 17202 Davenport St., Omaha, NE
Dec 2nd – Christmas in the Village –12:00-5:00pm – FREE
- Tis the season to join in the holiday spirit at the 13th Annual Christmas in the Village at 24th and Lake on Saturday, December 2nd from Noon to 5 pm. The Empowerment Network and Omaha Economic Development Corporation in partnership with dozens of community partners are inviting residents to attend this one-of-a-kind cultural community celebration and holiday tradition.
- The event will kick-off at noon with Santa and Mrs. Claus on a horse-drawn carriage. Come out early and line 24th Street for a special kick-off with Santa and Mrs. Claus and other cartoon characters.
- Location: 24th & Lake
Dec 2nd – PHVFD Kids Christmas Party – 1:00-3:00pm – FREE
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PHVFD is hosting their Annual Kids Christmas Party. So, please join them in creating a variety of holiday crafts and memories while visiting Santa at the station. Crafts, cookies, hot coco and carols with Santa. Santa arrives at 1:45pm and leaves at 2:30pm.
- Location: Ponca Hills Volunteer Fire Department – 12919 Ponca Rd, Omaha, NE
Dec 3rd – Holiday Harmonies & Santa Visit – 2:00-4:00pm – FREE
- Papillion becomes a Winter Wonderland this time of year thanks to festive local groups. Stop by to enjoy the Take4 Saxophone Quartet, sip winter tea from Diana’s Papillion Tea Shop, and meet Santa!
- Location: Sump Memorial Library – 222 N Jefferson St, Papillion, NE 68046
Dec 3rd – Elkhorn Tree Lighting Party – 4:00-5:30pm – FREE
- COME ONE, COME ALL and join us for an old-fashioned Christmas extravaganza and kick off the holiday season with a bang at the 23rd Annual Elkhorn Tree Lighting Party! The evening will feature Santa and his elves, live Christmas music, hot dogs, chili, cookies, s’mores and hot cocoa ALL FOR FREE! The party will run from 4:00-5:30pm on Main St. in Olde Towne Elkhorn, with the lighting of the Elkhorn Christmas Tree at 5:00pm. Spread the word and join us for a wonderful celebration! THIS EVENT IS FOR EVERYONE!
- Location: Main St. in Olde Towne Elkhorn, with the lighting of the Elkhorn Christmas Tree at 5 p.m.
Dec 4th – Santa Cares Day at Westroads Mall – 9:00-10:00am – [REGISTER]
- Join us before the mall opens for Santa Cares Day. Children within all spectrums of special needs and their families are welcome to a sensory-friendly visit for fun family photos with Santa!
Dec 5th – Family Nights with Santa – 5:00-8:00pm – Tickets Required
- During the busy holiday season, The Durham Museum makes it easy for families to create special memories. Santa visits the museum on Tuesday evenings between Thanksgiving and Christmas. Share your wish list with the big guy, listen to live performances by local musicians, create crafts and take part in the FNBO Elfie Scavenger Hunt. We’ll close out the night with indoor snowfall under the glow of our magnificent tree! Please note, the museum closes at 4PM for general admissions and reopens at 5PM for Family Nights.
- Location: The Durham Museum – 801 S. 10th St., Omaha, NE
Dec 6th – Storytime, Pictures and Crafts with Santa Claus – 10:00a.m. – FREE
- Ho, Ho, Ho! Santa is coming to the Library to read a story, sing songs and make a craft. Dress in your best holiday clothes and bring your cameras to take your own photos. Ages: 0-7
- Location: La Vista Library – 9110 Giles Rd, La Vista, NE 68128
Dec 8th – LNK Santa Bash – 4:00-7:00pm – FREE [Reserve Spot]
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Santa and his elves is flying to the Lincoln Airport! The event is located on the West side of the airport. Parking is first come, first serve beginning at 3:45 p.m. – east side of the CommuteAir Hangar. Free photos with Santa. Free will donation hot chocolate bar for Women in Aviation. Local entertainment by Elevation Dance Academy. Free popcorn, face painting, balloons, and kids crafts.
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Location: 3801 N W 34th St, Lincoln, NE 68524
Dec 8th – Cookies with Santa Claus – 6:30pm – FREE
- Come enjoy cookies and the opportunity to see Santa! He will be at Twin Rivers Dental from 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm on December 8th. We are so excited to see you there!
- Location: Twin Rivers Dental – 7333 N 277th Cir, Valley, NE 68064
Dec 8th-10th – Santa’s Tinker Workshop – Museum Admission
- Santa’s elves need your help! It’s close to Christmas, and there are so many toys still to make. Come join Santa’s gang and explore all the tinkering that comes with making toys. Don’t forget to take a cookie decorating break, and read a story with Mrs. Claus. Santa will be here too for your own holiday requests.
- Location: Omaha Children’s Museum – 500 South 20th St, Omaha, NE 68102
Dec 9th – Pancakes with Santa – 9:00-11:30am – $6/pp
- Please join us for pancakes and a visit from Santa!
- Location: Twin Rivers YMCA – 6100 Twin Rivers Cir, Valley, NE
Dec 9th – Santa Saturday West Gate Bank – 9:00-11:30 – FREE
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Enjoy hot cocoa, holiday crafts and more! This event is free. We are accepting gift donations for Bennington and Elkhorn Public Schools. Please feel free to bring your camera to get pictures
- Location: West Gate Bank – 17617 Manderson St, Omaha, NE 68116
Dec 9th – Santa Goes to Space at Strategic Air Command & Aerospace Museum – 9:00am – 5:00pm – Included with admission
- Join in welcoming Santa to the Museum! Write a letter to Santa, enjoy a make-and-take activity, and check out tons of fun holiday gifts in his workshop!
- Location: Strategic Air Command & Aerospace Museum – 28210 W. Park Hwy., Ashland, NE
Dec 9th – Santa Event at NP Dodge – 10:00am-12:00pm – FREE
- Santa is making the rounds to meet the young & old, and the 4-legged friends! He’s going to be at NPDodge 204th & Dodge – Saturday, December 9th — and YOU ARE INVITED! Hot Cocoa, Cookies, crafts for the kids. . . Come and get your photo!
- Location: NP Dodge – 613 N 204th Ave, Omaha, NE
Dec 9th – Santa in the Garden – 10:00am-12:00pm – FREE
- Bring the kiddos and come meet Santa!!! Saturday, Dec 9th from 10am-12pm Santa will be joining us
- Location: Peony Park Community Garden – 1117 Cole Creek Dr, Omaha NE
Dec 9th – Meet Santa & His Reindeer at Bel Air Plaza – 10:00am-2:00pm – FREE
- Bring your camera to capture the holiday memories! Mingle with Santa’s adorable reindeer, up close and personal! Share your wishlist with Santa while you enjoy delicious cookies, hot cocoa, and giveaways.
- Location: Bel Air Plaza Parking Lot – 12100 W. Center Rd., Omaha, NE
Dec 9th – NCS Holiday Workshop Craft Fair – 11:00am-1:00pm
- Holiday Workshop Craft Fair! Santa will arrive shortly before 11am, bring your family to visit and do some holiday shopping!
- Location: 17201 Wright St, Omaha, NE 68130
Dec 9th – Snowplow Santa Visits Lincoln, Nebraska! – 11:00am-3:00pm – FREE
- Snowplow Santa will deliver holiday cheer from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, December 9! Join us for this FREE event! Instead of a sleigh, Santa Claus will ride in an LTU snowplow, wave at residents along the route and make brief stops at three Lincoln City Libraries. Families will be able to meet Snowplow Santa and take pictures with him using their own cameras and camera phones. Residents may track Santa’s location on December 9 only by using the snowplow tracker at lincoln.ne.gov/snow.
- Locations:
- 11 to noon – Walt Branch Library, 6701 South 14th Street
- 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. – Gere Branch Library, 2400 South 56th Street
- 2 to 3 p.m. – Williams Branch Library/Air Park Community Center (in the Arnold Elementary School parking lot, 5000 Mike Scholl Street)
Dec 9th – Classic Christmas at Eugene T. Mahoney State Park – 1:30-4:30pm – Park Entry
- Classic Christmas is a fun holiday event for the whole family! At beautiful Crete Carrier Riverview Lodge at Eugene T. Mahoney State Park. Families can participate with their children decorating a sugar cookie, making a holiday ornament, and creating a greeting card for a senior living facility. Enjoy a free trolley ride for a memorable and unique tour of the park (rides will be operating, weather permitting). Hot chocolate and cookies will also be available for purchase from Carl’s, a new restaurant at the park! Free portraits with Santa will be taken by a Nebraskaland Magazine photographer.
- Location: Mahoney State Park – 28500 W Pwy Hwy, Ashland, NE 68003
Dec 9th – Visit Santa (No Reindeer) – 8:00-10:00am – FREE
- You’re invited to visit Santa at his workshop in La Vista this holiday season! Walk through the La Vista Wonderland in Central Park, enjoy some cookies and then enter Santa’s magical workshop—where you can enjoy crafts while you wait to see Santa! There will be lots of photo opportunities inside the workshop and outside in the park.
- Location: Central Park/Santa’s Workshop – 8305 Park View Blvd
Dec 9th – Santa Run & Holiday Market – 10:00am
- Join us for the festive Santa Run with the Blackstone District at 10am, with registration starting at 8:30am in the Holiday Hut. After the run, explore our enchanting Holiday Gift Artisan Market from 10am to 2pm. Shop local, spread holiday cheer, and make it a season to remember!
- Location: Kimpton Cottonwood Hotel – 302 S 36th St, Omaha, NE
- Share your wish list and take a FREE selfie with Father Christmas himself! Kids will receive a free gift *while supplies last*
- Location: NFM – 700 S 72nd St, Omaha, NE 68114
Dec 9th & 10th – Santa Visits Fontenelle Forest – 1:00-3:00pm – Daily Admission Price
- Bring your kiddos to talk to Santa and enjoy our Winter Wonderland holiday decorations while waiting for your turn to talk to the big guy! Don’t forget your wish list (and your patience – so you can be sure to stay on the “nice” list).
- Location: Fontenelle Forest Nature Center – 1111 Bellevue Blvd North
Dec 9th & 10th – Christmas at the Farm – 12:00-6:00pm – $10/pp
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Come celebrate the Season in our cozy country atmosphere warm up with Hot Cocoa, decorate cookies with Mrs. Claus then off to take a picture with Santa and write your Christmas list. Enjoy wonderland Kids Play Areas; Bonfire all the time; Enjoy the Holiday Trail of Lights on a Wagon Ride (if weather permits). Free self serve Ornament decorating, and for additional cost Face Painting and Balloons are available. Admission Price $10 includes Free Hot chocolate, cookie and Christmas Craft bag.
- Location: Bellevue Berry & Pumpkin Ranch – 11001 S 48th St, Papillion, NE
Dec 10th – Jingle & Mingle: a visit with Santa – 10:00am-12:00pm – FREE
- Each family will get to enjoy a magical moment with Santa, take your own pictures or one of our Dusted Charm elves will be happy to take a family photo for you with your phone or camera. We will have a special surprise for the kiddos after their visit with Santa! (while supplies last).
- Location: Dusted Charm – 120 W Broadway, Council Bluffs, IA 51503
Dec 10th – Santa is Coming to Mangelsen’s – 11:00am-3:00pm – FREE
- Santa will be at the Mangelsen’s store from 11am-3pm
- Location: Mangelsens – 3457 S 84th St, Omaha, NE 68124
Dec 10th – Signing Santa is Coming to Cane’s – 11:00am-4:00pm
- Santa will only communicate in sign language, but his interpreter elf will be on site with him to help translate for friends and family. This fun holiday event is free to the public, and photos are encouraged. During the event, mention “Allies for Sign Language” at the register and 15% of net sales* at the Restaurant will be donated back to the organization
- Location: Raising Cane’s – 7060 Dodge St, Omaha, NE 68132
Dec 10th – Santa at the Orchard – 1:00-3:00pm
- Christmas magic happening at Ditmars. Stop out and Meet the Big Guy himself! Sweet Shoppe, Cafe and Tasting Room will all be open.
- Location: Ditmars Orchard – 19475 225th St, Council Bluffs, IA 51503
Dec 10th – Meadows Annual Holiday Open House – 1:00-3:00pm – FREE
- Come get your picture with Santa! While you’re at it, enjoy some snacks! Pets are welcomed. Personal cameras are welcomed. The whole event is free of charge. We hope to see you there!
- Location: Meadows Community Center & Pool – 13937 Meadow Ridge Rd, Omaha, NE 68138
Dec 10th – Cookies & Cocoa with Santa – 1:00-3:00pm – FREE
- You are invited to take some time to enjoy some cookies and hot cocoa with us and visit with our friend from the North Pole. They wanted to offer an environment that would be calmer than a retail store and where you could visit and take your own photos. There will also be some Christmas crafts you can work on while you are here or take them with you. This is a free event and open to the public.
- Location: Emanuel Lutheran Church – 2444 N Broadway, Council Bluffs, IA 51503
Dec 10th – Cookies with Santa & Mrs. Claus – 1:00pm – FREE
- Join both Santa and Mrs. Claus this holiday season at Central Perch! Share your wish list with Santa, bring your camera to take a picture with Santa and Mrs. Claus and enjoy some delicious cookies.
- Location: Central Perch – 105 Pearl St, Council Bluffs, IA 51503
Dec 10th – Meet Santa at Freddy’s – 1:00-4:00pm
- Santa is coming to Freddy’s! Come and meet Santa on December from 1-4 PM and receive a sweet treat.
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Dec 10th – Santa Visits The Taproom – 5:00-7:00pm – FREE
- There will also be free activities for the kiddos (and you, let’s be honest) and several vendors to help you finish up your holiday shopping including Spin: A Cotton Candy Experience, NE Needleworks, The Ladybug Project: Decor & More, and Terrible Geralds Pizza Truck!
- Location: Nebraska Brewing Company – 6950 S 108th St, La Vista, NE 68128
Dec 10th – Family Fun Night with a visit from Santa – 5:00-8:00pm – Bright Nights Admission
- Buy a Bright Nights ticket for December 10 and enjoy an evening of festive fun for families! Visit with Santa Claus, hear a seasonal story, see LED performers, make an ornament, meet the Omaha Police Department Mounted Patrol, watch creativity in action with Matthew Shrader and Hot Shops Art Center, get your face painted, play games, and more!
- Location: Lauritzen Gardens – 100 Bancroft St, Omaha, NE 68108
Dec 11th – Pajama Storytime and Cookie Decorating with Mrs. Claus – 6:00p.m.
- Listen to stories, decorate holiday cookies and visit with Mrs. Claus. Bring your cameras and take a photo or two.
- Location: La Vista Library – 9110 Giles Rd, La Vista, NE 68128
Dec 12th – Visit Santa and His Reindeer – 4:30-6:30pm – FREE
- You’re invited to visit Santa and the reindeer at his workshop in La Vista this holiday season! See the reindeer, walk through the La Vista Wonderland in Central Park, enjoy some cookies and then enter Santa’s magical workshop—where you can enjoy crafts while you wait to see Santa! There will be lots of photo opportunities inside the workshop and outside in the park.
- Location: Central Park/Santa’s Workshop – 8305 Park View Blvd
Dec 12th – Family Nights with Santa – 5:00-8:00pm – Tickets Required
- During the busy holiday season, The Durham Museum makes it easy for families to create special memories. Santa visits the museum on Tuesday evenings between Thanksgiving and Christmas. Share your wish list with the big guy, listen to live performances by local musicians, create crafts and take part in the FNBO Elfie Scavenger Hunt. We’ll close out the night with indoor snowfall under the glow of our magnificent tree! Please note, the museum closes at 4PM for general admissions and reopens at 5PM for Family Nights.
- Location: The Durham Museum – 801 S. 10th St., Omaha, NE
Dec 13th – Santa & Mrs. Claus at DJ’s Dugout – 5:30pm – FREE Kids Meal with Adult Entree
- Santa is coming to DJ’s Dugout. Also featuring Loli Pop Dah Clown & Friends! Bring your camera & take some photos with the Claus family! Receive One FREE Kids Meal with the purchase of an adult entree! Offer available during event only. Not valid with any other offer
- Location: DJ’s Dugout Sports Bar Millard – 17666 Welch Plz, Omaha, NE 68135
Dec 14th – Cookies and Carols with Santa – 5:30-7:00pm – FREE
- Cookies and carols with live music from The Pluckin’ Nutz at The Papillion Landing
- Location: Papillion Landing – 1046 W Lincoln St, Papillion, NE 68046
Dec 14th – Chiro Christmas with Santa at Antler Point Chiropractic – 5:30-7:30pm – FREE
- Come spend time with SANTA at our Chiro Christmas event at Antler Point Chiropractic!!! Santa will be here to take photos, free of charge!!!!! Bring the family and enjoy some Christmas activities!!! Make some Christmas ornaments, play some Christmas games, and eat some Christmas cookies with hot coco!
- Location: Antler Point Chiropractic – 3424 N 190th Plaza Elkhorn, NE 68022
Dec 15th – Pictures with Santa at Kellogg Credit Union – 3:00-5:00pm – FREE
- Santa Claus is coming to the Credit Union! Bring your littles (or your littles at heart) to get photographed with him from 3 to 5!
- Location: Kellogg Credit Union – 9618 Brentwood Dr, La Vista, NE
Dec 15th – Visit Santa and His Reindeer – 4:30-6:30pm – FREE
- You’re invited to visit Santa and the reindeer at his workshop in La Vista this holiday season! See the reindeer, walk through the La Vista Wonderland in Central Park, enjoy some cookies and then enter Santa’s magical workshop—where you can enjoy crafts while you wait to see Santa! There will be lots of photo opportunities inside the workshop and outside in the park.
- Location: Central Park/Santa’s Workshop – 8305 Park View Blvd
Dec 16th – Breakfast with Santa – 7:30-10:30am – FREE
- Come enjoy Free pancakes, sausages, and juice with Santa.
- Location: Autism Center of Nebraska – 9012 Q St, Omaha, NE
Dec 16th – 3rd Annual Winter Wonderland Pancake Breakfast with Santa – 8:00-11:30am – $20/pp
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Bring the family and enjoy a pancake breakfast, a visit with Santa, holiday shopping, crafts, story time, cookie decorating, face painting, Christmas music, and more! Tickets should be purchased for a specific breakfast time due to limited seating. You are welcome to come before or after your scheduled breakfast time to enjoy the other activities. Breakfast times are divided into 45 minute intervals.
- Location: Elkhorn North High School – 17800 George Miller Pkwy, Omaha, NE 68116
Dec 16th- Breakfast with Santa – 9:00-11:00am – $10 [REGISTER]
- Breakfast with Santa at The Papillion Landing Chrysalis Suites
- Location: Papillion Landing Chrysalis Suites – 1046 W Lincoln St, Papillion, NE 68046
Dec 16th – Breakfast with Santa at Quaker Steak & Lube – 9:00-11:00am – $20/adult, $8/kids 10 and under
- Breakfast with Santa. Waffle bar, cocoa bar, bacon, eggs, toast, fresh fruit, coffee and more. Craft table and photos with Santa. $20.00 per adult and $8.00 for kids 10 and younger.
- Location: Quaker Steak and Lube – 3320 Mid America Dr., Council Bluffs, IA
- See more Breakfasts and Dinners with Santa here!
Dec 16th – Sweets with Santa – 9:00am-12:00pm – FREE (Donations Appreciated)
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December 16th for a professional photo opportunity with Santa (thanks to Katie Sharpe Images), sweet treats, activities, and some light shopping. This event is FREE to the public. Come celebrate holiday cheer! *Donations to Foster Love are welcomed but not necessary.
- Location: Foster Love Inc – 7595 Main St, Omaha, NE 68127
Dec 16th – Cookies with the Clauses at the Omaha Zoo – 9:30 – 11:00am – $20 (Free for age 2 and under) [REGISTER]
- Join both Santa and Mrs. Claus this holiday season for some delicious hot chocolate and cookie decorating. Listen to a story ready by the famous festive couple. Photo opportunities are available as well as educational activities for the little ones.
- Location: Omaha Zoo – 3701 S. 10th St., Omaha, NE
Dec 16th – Pictures with Santa at Heartland Paws – 10:00am-12:00pm – FREE
- Santa is coming to Heartland Paws Saturday, December 16th from 10am-noon. Bring the entire family, including well behaved fur babies for pictures with Santa. Pictures are free. They as that you check out their giving tree to support Bullies and Beyond Rescue. No reservation is needed! Enjoy hot cocoa and shopping while you wait.
- Location: Heartland Paws – 525 N 155th Plaza, Omaha
Dec 16th – Gingerbread House Display & Competition – 10:00am-5:00pm – $2/pp (16 and under free)
- A family fun activity! GINGERBREAD DISPLAY AND COMPETITION! Come see all the masterpieces and VOTE for your favorite. If you want to get creative and create a masterpiece PM Maravillas Olga. Prize for the winner is $100 cash and 4 hr free rental to Maravillas Gallery/Event center. SANTA and ELSA will be here to take pictures with the kids. Elsa 11am-12pm, Santa 1pm-3pm. FREE face painting for the kids 11am-3pm. HENNA $10 11am-3pm. Bar will be open perfect girls day out sip and enjoy art. Entry fee $2 Adults. FREE KIDS 16 and under
- Location: Maravillas Olga – 1714 Vinton St., Omaha, NE 68108
Dec 16th- Music & Movement Class with Santa – 11:00-11:30am – FREE
- Music and Movement Class at Papillion Landing Community Gym.
- Location: Papillion Landing Community Gym – 1046 W Lincoln St, Papillion, NE 68046
Dec 16th – Santa Claus and Candy Cane’s – 12:00pm – FREE
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Santa Claus is coming to the Papillion Landing and he’s feeling photogenic! Bring your family to this FREE event at The Papillion Landing from 12pm-2pm on December 16 for prizes, giveaways, and soccer fun!
- Location: Papillion Landing – 1046 W Lincoln St, Papillion, NE 68046