Illustration of Santa waving from a log cabin porch in a snowy forest with a lantern path leading families to him (Santa's Naperville Workshop)

Santa's Naperville Workshop

Children and family members of all ages can experience a visit with Santa inside his magical workshop. Only one family enters the workshop at a time to enjoy a brief conversation with Santa. Guests can capture the memory by bringing their own cameras or phones.

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Plan Your Visit

When

Hours

Monday-Friday: 5:00-8:00 pm; Saturday-Sunday: 12:00-8:00 pm.

Ages

All ages

Pets

Pets can visit Santa on Pet Night, Tuesday, December 1.

Going?

Location

Naperville, IL 60540 Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 (5/5)

Best For

Families with young children

Vibe

Personal and festive

Energy Level

Low

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

Moderate

Tips & Advice

  • Reserve a visit as soon as registration opens on October 20, because walk-ups are not accepted on any night of the workshop.
  • Dress everyone for the weather, since the line to see Santa forms outdoors before each family goes inside the workshop.
  • Have your phone or camera charged and ready, because no professional photos are taken and families capture the visit themselves.
  • Visits are a short chat with one family at a time, so have the kids ready to talk to Santa as you step inside.
  • Book Pet Night on December 1 if you want the family dog in the picture, or December 9 for Military and First Responders Night.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Pet Night on Tuesday, December 1.
  • Military and First Responders Night on Wednesday, December 9.

Links & Contact

Run by Naperville Park District

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can we just walk up and see Santa?

No. Reservations are required and walk-ups are not accepted. Registration opens October 20.

Will there be professional photos?

No. Families are welcome to take their own photos and video during the visit.

Can we bring our pet to meet Santa?

Yes, on Pet Night, Tuesday, December 1.

Is there a special night for military families and first responders?

Yes. Wednesday, December 9 is Military and First Responders Night.

Will we wait inside?

No. The line forms outdoors, so dress for the weather. Inside, one family at a time has a short chat with Santa in his workshop.

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