Visit Santa for Free at The Village of Rochester Hills
Plus, Weekly Visits from Santa’s Animal Friends
Friends, it’s time to visit Santa at The Village of Rochester Hills! Santa Claus will be available for visits and pictures November 17 – Dec 24, 2023 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 who 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.
Santa Claus
All visits with Santa take place in the outdoor Santa’s Snug in Festival Park during the following dates:
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 (at The Village of Rochester Hills Festival Park)
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
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.
The Village of Rochester Hills is 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. Follow The Village on FB, IG, and TikTok @TheVORH and on Twitter (X) @VORH_Connect.
