Enjoy Breakfast with Santa or Dinner with Santa at a variety of locations in the Omaha Area!
**Note: As details may change, it is always a good idea to verify details before visiting.
Breakfast, Cookies and Dinner with Santa in the Omaha Area
Santa In The Garden
Santa’s Back!!!! Join for Santa In The Garden at Peony Park Community Garden Come enjoy cookies and a chat with Santa!
A Harvest Holiday: Breakfast with Santa
A Harvest Holiday. Head out to the orchard for a cozy day of holiday fun with Santa, Mrs. Claus, the Grinch, & more! Have breakfast with Santa, an appearance from the Grinch, & family friendly activities!
Brunch and Santa
Lied Lodge 2700 Sylvan Rd, Nebraska City, NEJoin for a festive morning of delicious brunch, holiday cheer, and a special visit from Santa Claus at Lied Lodge in Nebraska City!
Gingerbread Cookie Decorating with Santa
Enjoy decorating your own gingerbread cookies alongside Santa and Mrs. Claus! This event is free to attend, but we kindly ask each guest to bring one non-perishable food item per person participating in cookie decorating. All donations will go to support local families in need. Bring the whole family for sweet treats, warm smiles, and unforgettable holiday memories!
Cookies with Santa at Lighthouse Autism Center
Lighthouse Autism Center 6420 S 193rd Ave, Omaha, NEBring your family for a sensory-friendly and inclusive visit with Santa!
Breakfast with Santa
Chrysalis Event Center 1046 W Lincoln St, Lincoln, NEGet your picture taken with the one and only Santa Claus, but before you tell him your wish list, enjoy a delicious breakfast. Parents are asked to stay with their children at the event. All participants must register.
Ringing in the Holidays – Pancakes with Santa
Twin Rivers YMCA 6100 Twin Rivers Circle, Valley, NE, United StatesJoin for pancakes and a visit with Santa Claus! $6/per plate
Sensory-Friendly Breakfast with Santa
Bloomwell Autism Therapy – Elkhorn 613 N 204th Avenue Circle, Omaha, NEBloomwell Autism Therapy is hosting a Sensory-Friendly Breakfast with Santa on Saturday, December 13 from 9 AM – 12 PM at our Elkhorn clinic! Join for a morning of FREE festive fun! We'll have photos with a sensory-sensitive Santa, Christmas crafts, and a breakfast of french toast sticks, pancakes, muffins, fruit, scrambled eggs, bacon, sausage, milk, juice, and coffee!
Breakfast with Santa
Fremont City Auditorium 925 N Broad St, Fremont, NEBreakfast with Santa is back for the third year - An event for the whole family to enjoy! Pancake feed is from 9:30am-12:30pm. Santa will be available for photos from 10am-noon. Kids will be able to write a letter for him and hand it directly to him! This event is free for anyone to attend. No matter the weather they will have the event.
Lunch with Santa
Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers - Millard 5210 S 136th St, Omaha, NESanta is coming to Freddy’s! Come and have lunch with him on December 13 from 11 AM -1 PM and receive a sweet treat.
Gingerbread Cookie Decorating with Santa
Shadow Lake Towne Center 7775 Olson Drive, Papillion, NE, United StatesEnjoy decorating your own gingerbread cookies alongside Santa and Mrs. Claus! This event is free to attend, but we kindly ask each guest to bring one non-perishable food item per person participating in cookie decorating. All donations will go to support local families in need. Bring the whole family for sweet treats, warm smiles, and unforgettable holiday memories!
Pancakes with Santa
Lauritzen Gardens 100 Bancroft Street, Omaha, NEBring the kids to visit with the jolly old man in his bright red suit as he stops by the garden to spread cheer (and maybe a little butter) this holiday season. Stack up pancakes, pour on the syrup, and make magical memories surrounded by the sights and sounds of the season. November 29 or December 20. Santa Claus will be available for guests to share their wishes and take photos from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. (please bring your own camera).
Cookies with the Clauses
Omaha Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium 3701 S. 10th Street, Omaha, NE, United StatesJoin Santa and Mrs. Claus at the Zoo for Cookies with the Clauses, a fun-filled holiday experience! Enjoy cookie decorating, crafts, pictures with Santa and more. Children 1 and under are free but must be included in your group count. Event attendees should meet at the Robert B. Daugherty Education Center. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Pre-registration is required. Space is limited, so reserve your spot today.
Pancakes with Santa (Featuring the Pancake Man)
Fremont Family YMCA 810 N Lincoln Ave, Fremont, NEThey have quite they day in store for you and your family on Saturday, December 20th. Enjoy some delicious pancakes with the pancake man and get your photo and meet Santa at the Fremont Family YMCA! Bounce House, Holiday Crafts, Games, Pancakes, Photos with Santa. Pancakes are free for members and $5 for nonmembers (per person).
Gingerbread Cookie Decorating & Pizza with Santa!
Shadow Lake Towne Center 7775 Olson Drive, Papillion, NE, United StatesJoin in Santa’s Workshop for a festive and delicious afternoon with Santa and Mrs. Claus! Decorate your own gingerbread cookies, enjoy pizza, and make magical holiday memories with the whole family. Tickets are free but required for entry. Please reserve tickets for everyone who will be attending with you. Bring your holiday spirit and your appetite for an afternoon filled with cheer, creativity, and Christmas magic!
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Events We Hope Return
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 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 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
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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
Nov 16th, 23rd, Dec 7 – Yuletide Breakfast – 9:00am – Reservations Required
- Breakfast with Santa, reservations are required
- Location:
- Cabela’s – 12703 Westport Pkwy, La Vista, NE
- Bass Pro Shops – 2901 Bass Pro Dr, Council Bluffs, IA
Dec 3rd, 10th, 17th – Gingerbread Cookie Decorating with Santa – 10:00am-Noon – FREE
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Join us in Santa’s Workshop to decorate gingerbread cookies with Santa and Mrs. Claus!With a variety of holiday characters, cookies to decorate, and Mr. & Mrs. Claus this is an event you won’t want to miss. While this is a free event to attend, we ask for the donation of one non-perishable food item per person participating in cookie decoration. The items will be donated locally.
- Location: Shadow Lake Towne Center – 10422 S 72nd St, Papillion, NE 68046
Dec 6th-8th – A Country Christmas – Times Vary – $0-$50
- Celebrate the holiday season at Ditmars Orchard & Vineyard! Join us for a festive day filled with fun activities for the whole family. Get into the holiday spirit with our Christmas-themed decorations, delicious food, and live music. Take a stroll through our winter wonderland and enjoy the beautiful scenery. Kids can visit with Santa Claus and participate in fun games and crafts. Don’t miss out on this magical event that will surely put you in the holiday mood!
- Breakfast with Mr. & Mrs Claus Dec 7th 8am-11am
- Location: Ditmars
Dec 7th & 8th, 14th & 15th – Christmas at the Farm – 12:00-6:00pm – $12/pp
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‘Tis the season to be jolly, Bellevue Berry Farm would love to invite you all to enjoy our Country Christmas event. Let’s celebrate the Season in our cozy country atmosphere with Hot Cocoa, decorate cookies with Mrs. Claus, write your Christmas list and then take a picture with Santa. Enjoy wonderland Kids Play Areas. Admission Price $12 per person, includes Free Hot chocolate, cookie and Christmas ornament.
- Location: Bellevue Berry & Pumpkin Ranch – 11001 S 48th St, Papillion, NE
Dec 7th – Milk & Cookies with Santa – 2:00-4:00pm – Tickets Required
- Join Chanticleer Community Theater for an exciting afternoon with Santa Claus! He will read a few story books and help create a fun holiday ornament! You will get to decorate a cookie or ornament, enjoy treats, and have fun with Santa and the elves!
- Location: Chanticleer Community Theater – 1001 S 6th St, Council Bluffs, IA
Dec 13th-15th – 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 14th – Breakfast with Santa – 9:00-11:00am – $10/pp [REGISTER by Dec 8th]
- Breakfast with Santa in Papillion Landing Chrysalis Suites
- Location: Papillion Landing – 1046 W Lincoln St, Papillion, NE 68046
Dec 14th – Pancakes with Santa – 9:00-11:30am – $6/pp
- Please join us for pancakes and a visit from Santa! All you can eat pancakes and photo opportunities with Santa!
- Location: Twin Rivers YMCA – 6100 Twin Rivers Cir, Valley, NE
Dec 14th – Breakfast With Santa – 9:30am-12:30pm – $5 Suggested Donation
- Pancakes, sausage and fruit will be served from 9:30am-12:30pm, Santa will be available for photos from 10am-noon. Please bring your phone or camera. We will have someone available if you wish to have a family photo. A suggestion donation of $5.
- Location: City Auditorium – 925 N Broad St, Fremont, NE
Dec 14th – Cookies with the Clauses at the Omaha Zoo – 9:30-11:30am & 1:30 – 3:30pm – $20/pp [REGISTER]
- Enjoy storytime with Santa, decorate cookies and lean how you can give a gift to the animals in your own backyard. Children 1 and under are free but must be included in your group count. Event attendees should meet at the Robert B. Daugherty Education Center.
- Location: Omaha Zoo – 3701 S. 10th St., Omaha, NE
- Location: NFM – 700 S 72nd St, Omaha, NE 68114
Dec 14th – Gingerbread House Display & Competition – 12:00am-6:00pm – $2/pp (16 and under free)
- Let’s get in the Christmas spirit. We are bringing our Gingerbread house competition and display event back. Come vote for your favorite Gingerbread house and join the Christmas fun.
We will have snow globe inflatable, drinks and snacks at the bar, Crafts, vendors and Santa. - Location: Maravillas Olga – 1714 Vinton St., Omaha, NE 68108
Dec 17th – Cookies and Carols; An Evening with Santa – 5:30-7:00pm – FREE
- In the Papillion Landing Chrysalis Suites
- Location: Papillion Landing – 1046 W Lincoln St, Papillion, NE 68046
Dec 21st – Cookies with the Clauses at the Omaha Zoo – 9:30-11:30am & 1:30 – 3:30pm – $20/pp [REGISTER]
- Enjoy storytime with Santa, decorate cookies and lean how you can give a gift to the animals in your own backyard. Children 1 and under are free but must be included in your group count. Event attendees should meet at the Robert B. Daugherty Education Center.
- Location: Omaha Zoo – 3701 S. 10th St., Omaha, NE
Breakfast with The Grinch in the Omaha Area
Dec 14th – Brunch with The Grinch – 10:00am & 12:00pm – Tickets Req
- Bring the family for a festive holiday brunch with the Grinch! Enjoy a delicious buffet featuring a waffle station, plus fun activities and photo ops for the whole family.
- Location: The Lincoln Marriott Cornhusker Hotel – 333 South 13th Street Lincoln, NE 68508
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