THE VILLAGE OF ROCHESTER HILLS ANNOUNCES DATES FOR SANTA’S FREE HOLIDAY VISITS.
NOVEMBER 22 – DECEMBER 24, 2024
With several special visits from Santa’s Reindeer
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 for FREE in his beautiful and cozy outdoor Santa Snug. The 375,000 square-foot outdoor center will be surrounded by over 800,000 dazzling-colored lights and Santa can be found in Festival Park which is right in the center of it all.
Santa will be making his grand arrival to The Village on Friday, November 22 during the annual Light The Village event. He will continue to make weekly appearances through Christmas Eve. Santa also plans to bring some of his reindeers with him during several of his visits.
Guests are welcome to visit Santa’s Snug where they can meet and take photos with Santa and drop off their Christmas wish lists. The Village of Rochester Hills’ Magical Mailbox will be set up outside Santa’s Snug and will deliver letters directly to the North Pole.
All visits with Santa will be Free and are available by walk-up only meetings during Santa’s Hours November 22 – December 24, 2024. A full schedule of dates and times will be available online at TheVORH.com. Guests should plan to bring their own camera as photographers will not be provided.
The Village of Rochester Hills will once again be offering two special themed nights to jump-start the holiday season.
Special Needs Night – Saturday, November 23 from 2:00pm-8:00pmGuests 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 24 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.
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 like The Jackson, Pokeworks, Kruse & Muer, and P.F. Chang’s that offer dine in and carry out options and 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 22: 6:00pm-9:00pm* Light The Village
Saturday, November 23: 2:00pm-8:00pm* Special Needs Night
Sunday, November 24: 2:00pm-6:00pm* Pet Night
Friday, November 29: 2:00pm-8:00pm
Saturday, November 30: 12:00pm-8:00pm
December:
Friday, December 1: 12:00pm-6:00pm
Friday, December 6: 2:00pm-8:00pm
Saturday, December 7: 11:00pm-8:00pm
Sunday, December 8: 12:00pm-6:00pm
Friday, December 13: 2:00pm-8:00pm
Saturday, December 14: 11:00am-9:00pm
Sunday, December 15: 12:00pm-6:00pm
Thursday, December 19: 2:00pm-8:00pm
Friday, December 20: 2:00pm-8:00pm
Saturday, December 21: 10:00am-9:00pm
Sunday, December 22: 12:00pm-6:00pm
Monday, December 23: 10:00am-9:00pm
Tuesday, December 24: 10:00am-4:00pm
Reindeer Visits
All visits with Santa’s Reindeer and petting farm animals will take place in Fountain Park.
November
Friday, November 29: 11:00am-7:00pm
Saturday, November 30: 11:00am-7:00pm
December
Sunday, December 1: 12:00pm-6:00pm
Saturday, December 14: 11:00am-7:00pm
Sunday, December 15: 12:00pm-6:00pm
Saturday, December 21: 11:00am-7:00pm
Sunday, December 22: 12:00pm-6:00pm
WHERE:
The Village of Rochester Hills
104 N. Adams Road, Rochester Hills, MI 48309
Santa Visits in Festival Park
Animal Visits in Fountain Park
COST:
Visits with Santa & his Animal Friends 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
The Village of Rochester Hills will offer extended shopping hours through the holiday season. Holiday Hours (Black Friday 11/29 to 12/23) Monday-Saturday: 10:00am-9:00pm / Sunday: 12:00pm-6:00pm
Closed Thanksgiving 11/28 and Christmas 12/25
Christmas Eve 12/24: 10:00am-5:00pm
New Years Eve 12/31 & New Years Day 1/1: 10:00am-5:00pm
Restaurant & Von Maur department store hours may vary.
About The Village of Rochester Hills
The Village of Rochester Hills, developed in 2002 by Robert B. Aikens & Associates, LLC, is metropolitan Detroit’s premier outdoor lifestyle shopping center. Co-anchored by Whole Foods and Von Maur, the 375,000-square-foot property offers a remarkable mix of renowned retailers and standout stores. From Sephora and lululemon to Barnes & Noble and Pottery Barn, The Village provides a diverse shopping experience.
The center also boasts an array of dining options, including The Jackson Restaurant, BRAVO! Italian Kitchen, Kruse & Muer, Mitchell’s Fish Market, P.F. Chang’s, Shake Shack, Chipotle, The Jagged Fork, and Starbucks. With its walkable streetscape, beautiful fountain and firepit, lush gardens, and outdoor park, The Village of Rochester Hills serves as a hub for the region’s best shopping, signature events, and community activities.
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