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Nobody makes an entrance quite like the Man in Red!
Santa is coming to town! On Friday, Nov. 27, the day after Thanksgiving, Santa will arrive at the Old Mill District by helicopter, giving his reindeer a chance to rest at the North Pole before their big Christmas Eve excursion. But don’t worry, Santa will still have a few of his tried-and-true characteristics. Rumor has it he smells of freshly baked cookies. They’re his favorite food group, after all, so it checks out!
With help from our festive friends at AirLink Critical Care Transport, Santa will touch down around 10 a.m. before making his way to SantaLand to greet kids and families and hear their holiday wishes.
Bring your wish lists and head to the Old Mill District to welcome Santa as he lands on the west event lawn along the river. It’s a magical spectacle sure to leave kids wide-eyed with wonder and keep the spirit of imagination alive in the hearts of adults, too.