Illustration of Santa greeting families at long breakfast tables with pancakes and cocoa (Santa Saturdays at Meadow Brook Hall)

Santa Saturdays at Meadow Brook Hall

Guests tour the historic estate decked out for the holidays in shimmering splendor. Along the indoor Holiday Walk tour route, visitors make a special stop to see Santa Claus and share their Christmas wishes.

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Plan Your Visit

When

Tickets

Adults 13+ $25; members $12.50. Youth 3-12 $12; members $6. Child 0-2 free. Military & Veterans $20. OU Students free.

Hours

10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Ages

All ages

Parking

Parking is free for the touring events.

Accessibility

Most areas of Holiday Walk are accessible to wheelchairs and power scooters.

Going?

Location

Meadow Brook Hall · 350 Estate Drive, Rochester, Michigan 48309-4481 Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 (5/5)

Best For

Families with children who want a santa visit

Vibe

Festive and traditional

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

Moderate

Tips & Advice

  • Book online in advance because tickets are required ahead of time and all time slots are expected to sell out.
  • Leave large bags and full-size strollers behind, since neither is permitted inside the mansion during Holiday Walk.
  • Bring only a small umbrella stroller if needed; those are allowed on the mansion’s main and lower levels.
  • Use the free parking available for the touring events.
  • Members, military members and veterans, and Oakland University students have admission offers; bring an OU ID for student admission.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Children ages 0–2 enter free.
  • Meadow Brook members receive discounted admission.
  • Military members and veterans receive discounted admission.
  • Oakland University students enter free.
  • Santa visits are included with Holiday Walk tickets on Saturdays, November 28 and December 5, 12, and 19.

Links & Contact

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Frequently Asked Questions

What happens during Santa Saturdays?

Visitors take the self-guided Holiday Walk through the decorated mansion, with a stop along the route to see Santa.

Do I need to buy tickets in advance?

Yes. Tickets must be purchased online in advance, and all time slots are expected to sell out.

Are children and families welcome?

The indoor Holiday Walk is described as a daytime holiday experience for families and people of all ages. Children aged two and under enter free.

Can I bring a stroller or large bag into the mansion?

Large bags and strollers are not allowed inside. Small umbrella strollers are permitted on the main and lower levels.

Are any admission discounts available?

Members receive discounted admission, military members and veterans have a reduced rate, and Oakland University students attend free.

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