Free SANTA Visits at The Village of Rochester Hills Beginning November 17
Photo courtesy of Village of Rochester Hills
VISIT SANTA FOR FREE AT THE VILLAGE OF ROCHESTER HILLS NOVEMBER 17-DECEMBER 24
With Weekly Visits from Santa’s Animal Friends.
WHAT:
The Village of Rochester Hills, metropolitan Detroit’s premier outdoor lifestyle shopping and dining destination, is once again inviting you to visit Santa Claus in the beautifully decorated outdoor Santa Snug which will be surrounded by over 800,000 dazzling-colored lights around the 375,000 square-foot outdoor shopping center.
Santa will be making his grand arrival to The Village on Friday, November 17 during the annual Light The Village event and will continue to make weekly appearances through Christmas Eve. Santa also plans to bring some of his furry friends with him on some of his visits.
During Santa’s visits, guests can visit Santa’s Snug in Festival Park where they will be able to meet and take photos with Santa in a beautiful cozy outdoor winter setting. Don’t forget to bring your letters for Santa with you and place them in the mailbox next to the Santa’s Snug. All visits will be available by walk-up only during Santa’s Hours. Guests should plan to bring their own camera as photographers will not be provided.
The Village of Rochester Hills will once again be offering themed nights for visits with Santa.
Special Needs Night – Saturday, November 18 from 2:00pm-8:00pm
Guests that need additional accommodations are encouraged to come out and visit with a special Santa who has experience in working with individuals with sensory, physical, or other developmental needs. Families will be given extra time and assistance during these visits.
Pet Night – Sunday, November 19 from 2:00pm-6:00pm
Animal loving guests are encouraged to bring their furry friends to The Village to take photos with Santa.
The Village of Rochester Hills is your go-to destination this holiday season for folks of all ages. Starting November 17 through Christmas Eve, The Village will be offering FREE events all season long, including seasonal music from local carolers, a petting farm and reindeer visits, and free weekly walk-up visits to see Santa.
With over 50 unique and sought-after retailers, including Von Maur, lululemon, Woodhouse Day Spa, and Barnes & Nobles, guests can find something for everyone on their shopping list. The Village also offers a collection of restaurants that are sure to satisfy hungry holiday shoppers.
The beautifully decorated shopping center is conveniently located at 104 N. Adams Road at the corner of Adams and Walton, in Rochester Hills. All holiday festivities are free and open to the public. For a full list of events, visit TheVORH.com.
WHEN:
Santa Visits
All visits with Santa take place in the outdoor Santa’s Snug in Festival Park.
November:
Friday, November 17: 6:00pm-9:00pm* Light The Village
Saturday, November 18: 2:00pm-8:00pm* Special Needs Night
Sunday, November 19: 2:00pm-6:00pm* Pet Night
Friday, November 24: 2:00pm-8:00pm
Saturday, November 25: 2:00pm-8:00pm
Sunday, November 26: 2:00pm-6:00pm
December:
Friday, December 1: 4:00pm-8:00pm
Saturday, December 2: 2:00pm-8:00pm
Sunday, December 3: 2:00pm-6:00pm
Friday, December 8: 4:00pm-8:00pm
Saturday, December 9: 11:00am-8:00pm
Sunday, December 10: 12:00pm-6:00pm
Friday, December 15: 4:00pm-8:00pm
Saturday, December 16: 11:00am-8:00pm
Sunday, December 17: 12:00pm-6:00pm
Monday, December 18: 4:00pm-8:00pm
Tuesday, December 19: 4:00pm-8:00pm
Wednesday, December 20: 4:00pm-8:00pm
Thursday, December 21: 4:00pm-8:00pm
Friday, December 22: 4:00pm-8:00pm
Saturday, December 23: 10:00am-8:00pm
Sunday, December 24: 10:00am-4:00pm
Petting Farm Visits
Carousel Acres will be bringing a variety of petting farm animals throughout the season. Get up close and personal with these adorable furry animals at the petting farm and don’t miss a chance to meet Santa’s Reindeer. Animals can be found close to Santa in Fountain Park.
**Reindeer visits from 3:00pm-6:00pm
November
Saturday, November 18: 2:00pm-9:00pm
Sunday, November 19: 2:00pm-6:00pm**
Saturday, November 25: 2:00pm-8:00pm
Sunday, November 26: 2:00pm-6:00pm
December
Saturday, December 2: 2:00pm-8:00pm
Sunday, December 3: 2:00pm-6:00pm
Saturday, December 9: 11:00am-8:00pm
Sunday, December 19: 12:00pm-6:00pm**
Saturday, December 16: 11:00am-8:00pm
Sunday, December 17: 12:00pm-6:00pm
Saturday, December 23: 11:00am-8:00pm
WHERE:
The Village of Rochester Hills – Festival Park
104 N. Adams Road, Rochester Hills, MI 48309
COST:
Visits with Santa are FREE!
All visits with Santa will be walk-up visits and will be available to all who want to visit during Santa’s hours. Guests should bring their own camera as photographers will not be provided.
The Village of Rochester Hills Special Holiday Hours
Holiday Hours (Black Friday 11/24 to 12/23) Monday-Saturday: 10:00am-9:00pm / Sunday: 12:00pm-6:00pm
Closed Thanksgiving 11/23 and Christmas 12/25
Christmas Eve 12/24: 10:00am-5:00pm
New Years Eve 12/31 & New Years Day 1/1: 10:00am-6:00pm
Restaurant & Von Maur department store hours may vary.
About The Village of Rochester Hills
The Village of Rochester Hills, metropolitan Detroit’s premier and award-winning outdoor lifestyle shopping center, was developed in 2002 by Robert B. Aikens & Associates, LLC. This dynamic 375,000-square-foot property, in the heart of Rochester Hills, Michigan, is co-anchored by Whole Foods and Von Maur. The Village boasts an outstanding mix of notable retailers and standout stores like Sephora, lululemon, Barnes & Noble, Williams Sonoma, Pottery Barn, EVEREVE, Soft Surroundings, Woodhouse Day Spa, Banana Republic, Aveda, Eddie Bauer, Chico’s, White House | Black Market, and a broad selection of dining options include BRAVO! Italian Kitchen, Kruse & Muer, Mitchell’s Fish Market, P.F. Chang’s, Shake Shack, Chipotle, The Jagged Fork, and Starbucks. The center features a walkable, pedestrian friendly streetscape, beautiful fountain and firepit, lush gardens and an outdoor park that is home to signature events and community activities.
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