What would the holiday season be without a visit with Father Christmas! Lake Geneva is blessed every year to have Santa visit us multiple times before his big day. Check out the list below of all the places he will be making a stop between now and Christmas Eve.
Events and Activities Where Santa's Visiting
Santa will be making an appearance at numerous events, activities, and businesses around the area. Be sure to mark your calendars and head out to get a glimpse of Jolly Old St. Nick before he heads north to get ready for the big day!
Visit Santa's Workshop with the East Troy Railroad
Weekends Nov. 29 thru Dec. 21 | Multiple Dates | East Troy Railroad Museum
Our Santa's Special ride will take you from our East Troy Depot to Santa's workshop located at the Elegant Farmer. Here children can visit Santa and take a photo with the jolly elf himself! In addition there will be activities for kids. The trains are heated and bathrooms are available in our East Troy Depot. The total experience is two hours in duration, consisting of 30 minutes on the train to the Elegant Farmer, 1 hour at the Elegant Farmer, and a 30 minute train ride back to the East Troy Depot. On the return trip each child will receive a special holiday book and stuffed animal as a memento of this memory-making event. reservations are required.
Santa's Landing at the Abbey
Saturday, Nov. 30 | 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM | The Abbey Resort & Spa
Everyone is invited to celebrate the beginning of the Christmas season when Santa Claus lands at The Abbey Resort. Enjoy holiday music, fresh cookies, hot chocolate, and photos with the jolly old elf himself against a lakeside backdrop.
Cruise the Lake on the Santa Cruise
Now thru Dec. 29 | Multiple Days & Times | Lake Geneva Cruise Lines
Embark on a magical Christmas boat cruise to Santa’s Hideaway! This 40 minute lake tour cruises by lighted displays, has coloring activities for the children, and concession area to enjoy a hot cocoa and delicious cookies. Begin your magical journey with a walk through the Christmas Tree Festival where kids get to send their wish list directly to Santa. Then, ship off on our Christmas cruise boat, decked out in holiday lights and decorations, for an enchanting tour of holiday lights on the lake. Sneak a peek at the shoreline for Santa Claus himself and hear your child’s name read from his “Nice List!”
Santa Visits Downtown Lake Geneva
Thursdays in December | 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM | Various Locations
Santa is coming to Downtown Lake Geneva every Thursday in December from 5-7pm at various locations. Bring a camera, enjoy some hot cocoa, and stay downtown to dine and shop this holiday season!
- 12/5 – Lake Geneva Public Library
- 12/12 – O2 Lounge
- 12/19 – The Bottle Shop
A Night with Santa
Friday, Dec. 6 | 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM | Geneva Lakes Family YMCA
Get into the holiday spirit by spending the evening with Santa! Enjoy holiday crafts, hot chocolate bar and pictures with Santa!
Build a Pizza with Santa
Sunday, Dec. 6 | 4:30 PM to 7:00 PM | Bigfoot High School
Build your own 7 inch pizza with Santa! Pizzas are cooked and delivered back to your table for you to enjoy with Santa and his Elves. There will also be games and cookie decorating. Don’t forget to take a photo with Santa!
Holiday Party and Cookies with Santa
Saturday, Dec. 7 | 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM | Topsy Turvy Brewery
Stop by for Milk and Cookies with Santa at Topsy Turvy Brewery. For the adults, there will be craft beer, wine and even Irish Coffee! Stay for chili, pizza or a Milwaukee Pretzel and then stroll right out their door to watch the Annual Lake Geneva Electric Christmas Parade!
Meet and Greet with Santa
Saturday, Dec. 14 | 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM | Healing Grounds Center Café
Catch one of the last Santa sightings before he heads back to the North Pole! Stop by for a free meet and greet with Santa at the Healing Grounds Center Café & Juicery. After you meet Santa enjoy a coffee, hot cocoa, or breakfast at the café.
Have a Meal with Santa Claus
What better way to enjoy the holiday than with a memorable meal with family and friends in a beautiful location as you wait to see the jolly man himself? With so many of our local hotels and restaurants offering these special experiences, you won't miss checking in with Santa.
Holiday Music & Breakfast with Santa
Saturday, Dec. 7 | 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM | Badger High School
An early sighting of Santa Claus is happening at Badger High School. This Music Department fundraiser is the perfect way to kick off a festive weekend in Lake Geneva. Plenty of music and youth activities along with a family breakfast. Come to see Santa but stay for the holiday music and the annual Badger DECA festive Holiday Craft and Vendor Fair that follows!
Breakfast with Santa at Evergreen Golf Golf Club
Sunday, Dec. 8 | 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM | Evergreen Golf Club
Enjoy a fun morning with Santa, Mrs. Claus and a maybe an elf. Buffet breakfast, cocoa bar, cookie decorating, and more await you at this fun family holiday event.
Pizza with Santa at Oakfire Pizza
Dec. 8, 15, and 22 | 11:30 AM to 4:00 PM | Oakfire Pizza
Come enjoy a fun afternoon with family to celebrate the season. Pictures with Santa, pizza buffet and salad bar, hot chocolate bar with ALL the fixin's, and a craft bag for each registered child with ornaments to decorate and coloring sheets. Reservations are limited AND required.
Lake Geneva Breakfast with Santa at Egg Harbor
Saturday, Dec. 14 | 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM | Egg Harbor Cafe
Prepare for heartwarming moments! Throughout the morning, Santa will personally visit each table, spreading Holiday spirit and making every child's day. Imagine the excitement as Santa strikes up conversations, listens attentively to cherished holiday wishes, and takes a picture-perfect moment.
Sundays with Santa at Pier 290
It's the most wonderful time of the year and Santa Claus is coming to PIER 290 for Sundays with Santa! Celebrate this holiday season and enjoy a tasty brunch or lunch with your loved ones. Stop by on December 10th and December 17th to visit with the big guy himself and even share your holiday wish list!
Brunch with Santa at the Grand Geneva Resort & Spa
Don't forget your Christmas Wish List when you visit Grand Geneva for our Brunch with Santa. Designed especially for kids, enjoy a brunch served tableside with friends and family while enjoying holiday entertainment. All attire is welcome, whether you want to dress up for your photo with Santa or show up in your PJ's. It's almost as fun as Christmas morning.
- Every Saturday and Sunday, until December 22
- Seatings available 8am - 1pm
- Adults $55, Children 3-12 $25 and Complimentary for Kids 2 and under
Breakfast with Santa at Lake Lawn Resort
Nov. 30 and Dec. 1, 7, 8 | Seatings at 9:00 AM and 11:00 AM | Lake Lawn Resort
COME AND JOIN THE FESTIVITIES AT LAKE LAWN RESORT FOR AN ENCHANTING EVENT: BREAKFAST WITH SANTA! Santa Claus is coming to town—right here at Lake Lawn Resort! Treat your little ones to a magical morning with Santa and his reindeer, along with a delicious breakfast and live music from the Delavan-Darien High School Orchestra.
Brunch with Santa at The Abbey Resort
We're excited to welcome Santa Claus back to The Abbey Resort during our Sunday Harborside Champagne Brunch at 240 West for the Sundays between Thanksgiving and Christmas Day, and Christmas Day itself! Share your Christmas wishes with him and take a photo to remember the moment.
Brunch with Santa at The Baker House
Dec. 22 | 10:00 Am to 2:00 PM (Last seating at 1PM) | The Historic Baker House
Join us for a magical Sunday Brunch with Santa in our Victorian mansion! Enjoy a festive buffet fit for the season, a meet & greet with Santa Claus himself, and bottomless mimosas for grownups ready to jingle and mingle.
*Please note this information is accurate at the time of this posting. Contact individual businesses for reservation, menu, pricing and other details.