Participate in holiday crafting, activities, and story time. Enjoy cookies and cocoa while waiting for Santa to visit his workshop. Santa will be available for selfies with you and your family. Parents are asked to stay with their children at the event. All participants must register.
Dive-In Movie Night!
Join for The Grinch, goody bags, swimming, and holiday fun!
Limited to 50 attendees!
Selfie with the Grinch
Stop on by for a Selfie with the Grinch and receive a free gift while supplies last!
NFM Santa Stravaganza
Feel the festive Holiday magic at NFM with 2 days filled with free holiday fun, and photos with Santa. You’re sure to have a merry time your family won’t forget.
Free Festive Activities:
- Photos with Santa
- Live Music with Luigi Inc.
- Santa’s Secret Stocking Wall
- Hot Cocoa & Cookies
- Adopt-a-Reindeer
- Special Character Appearances
- Write Letters to Santa
- And more!
NFM Santa Stravaganza
Feel the festive Holiday magic at NFM with 2 days filled with free holiday fun, and photos with Santa. You’re sure to have a merry time your family won’t forget.
Free Festive Activities:
- Photos with Santa
- Live Music with Luigi Inc.
- Santa’s Secret Stocking Wall
- Hot Cocoa & Cookies
- Adopt-a-Reindeer
- Special Character Appearances
- Write Letters to Santa
- And more!
Lauritzen Gardens Bright Nights
Set a merry mood with friends and family and explore the illuminated floral display hall, the two houses of the Marjorie K. Daugherty Conservatory, and Sofia’s Play Garden during Bright Nights. From a 20-foot-tall poinsettia tree to a glowing forest of trees, guests will discover dazzling installations that showcase nature in a whole new light.
This year’s show invites guests into a Nordic winter wonderland, where a forest of wooden trees crafted from reclaimed pallets rises amid twinkling lights and whispering evergreens. Wander through Sofia’s Play Garden, aglow for the first time with enchanting lights and playful installations—and keep an eye out for a couple of cheerful trolls joining in the holiday fun. It’s a celebration of nature, imagination, and the magic of the season—where rustic charm meets winter whimsy.
The Family Chill Zone features fun patio games and cozy fire pits, where guests can warm up or purchase a S’mores kit to roast marshmallows.
With 31 nights to see the garden glow, 10 family fun nights, 22 visits from Santa, and 5 appearances by a certain mean, green, grouchy holiday character, Bright Nights promises festive fun for everyone!
Holiday Harmony
During the holiday poinsettia show, local musicians share their talents and perform holiday classics that are sure to delight guests of all ages.
Schedule of 2025 performances:
- Saturday, November 29
- 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. | Jean Holtmann
- 1 to 3 p.m. | A Ring of Flutes
- Sunday, November 30
- 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. | Ty Hughes
- 1 to 3 p.m. | Jodi Van Winkle
- Saturday, December 6
- 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. | Jean Holtmann
- 1 to 3 p.m. | A Ring of Flutes
- Sunday, December 7
- 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. | Gail Graeve
- 1 to 3 p.m. | Nancy Rix
- Saturday, December 13
- 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. | Nancy Rix
- 1 to 3 p.m. | Ashley Mohling
- 6 to 8 p.m. | Tangier Shrine Chanters (included with a Bright Nights ticket)
- Sunday, December 14
- 10 to noon | MasterSingers of Omaha
- 1 to 3 p.m. | Dundee Piano
- Saturday, December 20
- 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. | Natalie McNamara
- 1 to 3 p.m. | Ashley Mohling
- Sunday, December 21
- 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. | Natalie McNamara
- 1 to 3 p.m. | Lisa Lybeck
Pancakes with Santa
Bring 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).
After breakfast, continue the fun by exploring the garden’s holiday show, along with the beautiful indoor and outdoor gardens at Lauritzen Gardens, including Sofia’s Play Garden and the newly re-opened Marjorie K. Daugherty Conservatory!
$25, Ages 13+
$15, Ages 3-12
FREE, Ages 2 and under
Garden members receive 30% off of ticket prices.
Pancakes with Santa
Bring 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).
After breakfast, continue the fun by exploring the garden’s holiday show, along with the beautiful indoor and outdoor gardens at Lauritzen Gardens, including Sofia’s Play Garden and the newly re-opened Marjorie K. Daugherty Conservatory!
$25, Ages 13+
$15, Ages 3-12
FREE, Ages 2 and under
Garden members receive 30% off of ticket prices.
Lauritzen Gardens: Santa Stops Here
Santa is on his way to Lauritzen Gardens! Bring the kids to visit with the jolly old man in the bright red suit as he stops at the garden this holiday season. Share a wish with the North Pole’s greatest ambassador, and capture this year’s holiday family photo (please bring your own camera to take pictures).
Santa will spread holiday cheer on each event evening November 28 through December 23 from 5 to 9 p.m. Santa will be located in the classroom of Sofia’s Play Garden.
Included with a ticket to Bright Nights.
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