Visits with Santa around Columbus! 2024

Is your little one eager to visit Santa and whisper holiday wishes into his ear? Are you hoping to get a great Christmas photo with the jolly old elf himself? Here’s a list of places with Santa around Columbus where he is making himself available for boys and girls of all ages to have a quick chat and a photo!

Wildlights

November 21, 2024 | 5 PM – 9 PM (Wildlights Member Night)
November 22, 2024 – January 5, 2025 | 5 PM – 9 PM (Sunday – Thursday)
and 5 PM – 10 PM (Friday – Saturday)

*Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day

Prepare to be dazzled as the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium ignites the Yuletide spirit with millions of LED lights, captivating musical performances, appearances by Santa and his reindeer, and an array of festive holiday activities!

Location: 4850 W Powell Road, Powell, OH 43065

Photos with Santa

November 23, 2024 – December 24, 2024
Sunday: 12 PM – 6 PM, break 2:30-3:30 PM
Monday – Saturday: 10 AM – 8 PM, breaks at 12:30-1:30 PM and 4:30-5:30 PM
Christmas Eve: 10 AM – 6 PM

Santa’s Here! Secure your Santa time in advance—reservations are recommended for a seamless visit. Walk-ups are welcome too, but reservations are a jolly good idea. Please note that guests without reservations will join a physical line and be accommodated between reserved appointments.

Location: Easton Town Center, 160 Easton Town Center, Columbus, Ohio, 43219

Holiday Open House and Tree Illumination

Sunday, December 1, 2024 | noon – 5:30 pm

Enjoy the holiday magic of Worthington as you stroll the charming village sidewalks, where Santa sightings bring extra cheer to the season! Take in live holiday music, savor special treats, and pop into local shops and eateries offering festive goodies and sales. The evening ends on a high note with the lighting of the Village Green Christmas tree at 5:30 pm—a perfect way to add a little extra sparkle to your visit with Santa!

Holiday Hoopla

December 7, 2024 | 9 AM – 2 PM

Don’t miss the chance to Meet Santa at the Holiday Hoopla! From 11am-1pm, bring the whole family to visit Santa and capture a magical moment. While you’re there, enjoy the vibrant handmade art and craft vendors, supporting the GLHS Community Art class.

Santa in the Park

December 7, 2024 | 1 PM – 3 PM
December 21, 2024 from 12 PM – 2 PM

Snap a free photo with Santa and send your holiday wishes by dropping off your letters at the North Pole mailboxes. Listen to live music, savor a cup of hot chocolate, and soak up the cheerful atmosphere as you mingle with the jolly man himself.

Sensory-Friendly Santa Experience

December 8, 2024 | Noon – 4 PM

Join the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium for this joyful event, specially designed to provide a welcoming experience for guests with sensory needs and their families as they meet Santa. Reservations are limited and mandatory, so be sure to secure your tickets on their website.

Location: 4850 W Powell Road, Powell, OH 43065

The Ohio Herb Center’s Visit with Santa

December 14, 2024 | 9 AM – 2 PM

Get into the holiday spirit with a visit to Santa at The Ohio Herb Center. Meet the jolly old elf himself in a beautifully restored 1910 parlor. This intimate experience offers families a 6-minute window to take photos with Santa, with plenty of time for parents to snap memories using their own cameras. The event is a heartfelt “Thank You” to the community, with the deposit fee benefiting the Outreach Fund to support local programs.

Location: The Ohio Herb Center, 110 Mill St, Gahanna, OH 43230

Santa and Mrs Claus in the Train Station

December 15, 2024 | 2 PM – 5 PM

Share your Christmas wish list with Santa and Mrs. Claus, all while savoring hot chocolate and donuts and listening to the sweet sounds of holiday music at the Historical Village in Weaver Park.

Location: 4162 Columbia Street, Hilliard, OH, 43026

Breakfast with Santa

December 21-22, 2024 | 8 AM – 12 Noon

Franklin Park Conservatory’s signature holiday event is back! Delight yourself with all the pancakes and sausages you can eat, plus orange juice and coffee. The big guy himself, Santa Claus, will visit you after you “catch” breakfast.

*A reservation is required for every guest, including children under 3.

Location: The Wells Barn

Country Christmas and Santa Experiences

The Christmas event for 2024 has been canceled.

Experience the magic of Country Christmas at 22 Acres Farm where holiday cheer and festive fun come together! Enjoy a day filled with delightful activities, a heartwarming visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus, a Christmas-themed barn, hayrides, and more. Plus, don’t forget to strike a pose at the photo booth by Visual Storytelling & Co!

Santa Experience
Thursday & Friday of the first 3 weekends of December

Step into a delightful 30-minute session filled with crafts and captivating story time with Santa. This isn’t your typical ‘sit on Santa’s lap’ affair—our interactions begin from the moment Santa welcomes your child. No more waiting in long lines, just pure holiday magic. Reservations are a must for this memorable experience.

Meet & Greet With Santa And His Live Reindeer

December 20-21, 2024 | 6 PM – 8 PM

Don’t miss the chance to see Santa and his live reindeer in action! Come and meet Santa while getting a close-up look at his furry friends during Conservatory Aglow. Please keep in mind that a Special Engagement ticket is essential for access to Conservatory Aglow.

*A reservation is required for every guest, including children under 3.

Location: 1777 E Broad Street, Columbus, OH 43203

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