Santa Claus is coming to town, popping up at businesses and events around Eau Claire all season long. If you're looking for the perfect spots to get your photos with Santa, this round-up of events has you covered. Find Santa and Mrs. Claus in Eau Claire at these attractions this season!
38th Annual Osseo Christmas Parade
Osseo is kicking off the season of Santa visits on November 28, 2025, at the 38th Annual Lighted Christmas Parade. Grab your photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus at the Garber Bandshell from 4-6 PM or immediately after the parade. Click here to view more holiday events in Osseo this season.
Pictures With Santa at Metropolis
This year, Santa is stopping by Metropolis Resort to visit all the children exploring Chaos Waterpark and Action City. Catch Santa at Metropolis every Saturday from November 29 - December 20, 2025, from 11 AM - noon.
Photos With Santa at Oakwood Mall
Get your classic holiday card photos with Santa himself at Oakwood Mall in Eau Claire throughout the entire holiday season. Set up inside the mall outside of Scheels, you can book your time slot online every day through December 24, 2025. Click here to find a time slot to meet Santa and tell him what's on your list!
Clearwater Winter Parade
Eau Claire's biggest holiday parade is taking place on Friday, December 5, 2025. While this year's theme is "Under the Sea", you'll see a mix of aquatic costumes and floats with festive holiday touches. Learn more about the Clearwater Winter Parade here!
Breakfast With Santa at River Prairie Center
Santa is back in River Prairie this year for another crowd-favorite breakfast event. Fill up on a cozy Christmas breakfast, make tree ornaments, and donate non-perishable food items to a local food pantry. Seats are limited, so early registration is encouraged. Save the date for December 6, 2025!
Brunch With Santa at Eau Claire Event District
For another Brunch With Santa opportunity, head to the Eau Claire Event District on December 6, 2025. The family can enjoy a lovely brunch buffet, live reindeer, holiday activities, and more. Snap your photos with Santa for the holiday season!
Haymarket Holiday
The holiday festivities continue this weekend at Haymarket Holiday in downtown Eau Claire. You can expect photo ops with Santa Claus, fresh hot cocoa and cider, and plenty of local shopping for everyone on your holiday list. Check out the event on December 6, 2025.
Santa Cycle Rampage
It's not your traditional visit with Santa, but you're sure to see a lot of Santas, elves, and other holiday characters at the Santa Cycle Rampage on December 6, 2025. Be a part of this festive social bike ride around Eau Claire to kick off the month of December holiday events!
Schoolhouse Christmas Trolley Express
Take a ride on the Chippewa River Trolley for a special schoolhouse Christmas tour. Visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus at the Carson Park one-room schoolhouse, enjoy cookies, music, and activities, and so much more along the way. This trolley tour is available December 7, 13-14, & 20, 2025.
Holiday Hoopla at Menomonie Market Food Co-Op
This holiday event will have you saying "Hoopla!" for the season! Enjoy samples from local vendors, kids' activities, shop holiday gifts, and free photos with Santa and yule goats at the event. Save the date for December 13, 2025.
Ho H-EAU Ho 5k & Kids Run
There's a chance you'll run into a few Santas at the Ho H-EAU Ho 5k & Kid's Run on December 13, 2025. While Mr. & Mrs. Claus will be making an appearance at the run, participants are encouraged to come dressed in their best festive costumes.
Power of Perception's 6th Annual Holiday Party
This joyful, culture-affirming celebration is back on December 17, 2025. Families are invited to the Children's Museum for visits and photos with Black Santa, receive culturally relevant books, decorate cookies, sip hot cocoa, and enjoy a free dinner and live entertainment.