This holiday season has arrived, and that means Santa is making a few early appearances in central Wisconsin! Check out where you can find Santa in the Stevens Point Area, with our guide to Santa Sightings for 2025. Read on to learn more about places to see Santa this season!
Stevens Point
TopNextHome Priority
Join in on the fun at NextHome Priority and visit the big man in the red suit. There's fun for the whole family, so mark your calendars and get in line! The party will begin when Santa arrives at 5 pm, and photos will be in an album on Facebook to download.
When: December 4, 5-7 pm
Where: 20 Park Ridge Drive, Stevens Point Learn more
Little Charlotte's Rescue
Have your furry family member's portraits done with Santa at Little Charlotte's Rescue Pet Pictures event! Little Charlotte's Rescue is teaming with Healthy Paws Grooming for the holiday's this year. Come to this pet-friendly photo shoot where a professional photographer will take photos of your pets with Santa. Purchase physical or digital prints on site. It is recommended to call or text ahead to book an appointment to make sure you can get some fun pet photos this holiday season!
When: December 13, 10 am-3 pm Where: 3012 Post Road, Stevens Point Learn more
Central Wisconsin Children's Museum
Visit Santa in a different environment this season during the 10th Annual Sensitive Santa event at the Children's Museum. The event allows children with disabilities to come and visit Santa. There are no lines for Santa, children can play and then stop to visit. You'll have access to the whole museum, and the event is free. You can also reserve times for ensured availability.
When: December 13, 3-6 pm
Where: 1100 Main Street, Stevens Point
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Portage County Historical Society
The Portage County Historical Society invites you to step back in time and experience the enchantment of the holiday season at Heritage Park as the historic site turns into Santa's Christmas Village, presented by Simplicity Credit Union. This delightful holiday-themed event will take place on December 14th from 12 pm to 2 pm and promises a day of festive fun for the whole family.
When: December 14, 12-2 pm
Where: 2700 Madison Avenue, Stevens Point
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Park Ridge
Leave your porch lights on because Santa is coming to Park Ridge! Santa will be visiting Park Ridge on December 11th, so make sure you register by December 4th to make his list of visits.
When: December 11, 5:45-7:30 pm Where: Registered Addresses in the Village of Park Ridge Learn more
Downtown Christmas
Enjoy the season with a Downtown Christmas, featuring holiday activities, hot chocolate, and even a visit with Santa and his reindeer!
When: December 13, 1:30-4:30 pm
Where: Downtown Square, Stevens Point
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Amherst
TopTomorrow River Christmas Parade
Bundle up and head outdoors where there is plenty of room to spread out and find a spot to watch the Tomorrow River Christmas Parade. Some elves let us know that Santa will be making an appearance during the parade!
When: December 5, 6:30-7:30 pm
Where: 357 Main Street - Washington Street, Amherst
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Rosholt
TopHometown Holiday Mainstreet Celebration
Santa Claus will be making an appearance at the Rosholt Hometown Holiday on Main Street Celebration! This old-fashioned holiday event takes you through the sights of their historic main street, bringing back a feeling of nostalgia. There will be several outdoor events for all ages such as caroling, tree lighting, photo booths, a Christmas market, and even live music. Come and join in on the festive events this season.
When: December 6th from 5-7:30 pm
Where: Main Street, Rosholt
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Enchanted Forest
Head out and see the Enchanted Forest, a Christmas light show at the Rosholt Fair Park. Leading up to Christmas, the fairground will have a lights display as well as special events changing each week. Looking to just visit Santa? He will be there on Saturdays from 6 to 8 pm.
When: Santa visits on Saturdays from 6-8pm December 6th, 13th, and 21st. Enchanted Forest open from 5-8 pm
Where: Rosholt Fair Park
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Surrounding Communities
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Rudolph's Country Christmas
Celebrate the holidays outdoors this year at the Rudolph Christmas Market. Enjoy your time outdoors with craft and food vendors, a pop-up bar, live music, and Santa visits. Make sure to not miss the parade at 6 pm!
When: December 13, 10:30 am-6:30 pm
Where: Main Street in Rudolph
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Wausau
Humane Society of Marathon County
Santa Paws will be in town on December 6th at the Humane Society of Marathon County! Bring your family, including your furry friends, to this fun holiday event. Take a photo with Santa Paws and get a physical copy to keep for yourself with a $10 donation. Enjoy baked goods and apple cider while creating memorable moments with the whole family.
When: December 6, 12-5 pm Where: 7001 Packer Drive, Wausau Learn more
Holiday Parade Warming Party
Wausau is having a holiday parade and Santa and Mrs. Claus are rumored to make an appearance! The floats will start at Marathon Park and continue through Wausau towards the 400 Block. Santa and Mrs. Claus will be inside the Warming Party to take photos before the parade starts. .
When: December 5, 5-8 pm
Where: The parade starts at Marathon Park in Wausau, Santa at lower level of Washington Square
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Mosinee
Mosinee High School
Join Mosinee High School in their 2025 Christmas Craft Festival! There will be a Small Business & Vendor Craft Show as well as a Parade later in the day. Santa will be making an appearance for photos, as well as milk and cookies, from 9 am to 1 pm on December 6th.
When: Santa visits from 9 am-1 pm December 6th
Where: 1000 High Street, Mosinee
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Merrill
Sawmill Brewing Company
Hope you've been good this year because Santa's Coming to the Sawmill! On December 13th, take a picture with Santa and let him know what is on your Christmas list. Coloring stations will be set up for kids and families to enjoy. Come by to get in the Christmas spirit - you can even get some holiday shopping done from the merch section while you're here.
When: December 13, 3-5 pm Where: 1110 E 10th Street, Merrill Learn more
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