(WJW) — Santa is preparing to take his trip around the world with presents for all the good little boys and girls.
He’s making MANY stops in Northeast Ohio this year, and we’ve compiled a list of just SOME of them.
It’s recommended you double-check the date, time and price for each event/stop.
Some, but not all, are free.
This list does not include all of Santa’s stops. If we’re missing a particularly magical location or event, please email tips@fox8.com.
Kringle’s Inventionasium Experience
Tower City Center, 230 W. Huron Road, Suite 7296, Cleveland
Through Dec. 24. Full schedule/tickets here.
It’s a fully interactive experience with merrymakers in Mr. Kringle’s Toy Lab. Kids can help search for clues, help with experiments and come up with their own inventions with Mr. Kringle himself.
Crocker Park – inside Santa’s Village, 148 Crocker Park Blvd., Westlake
Now through Dec. 24. Specific hours here.
Children are invited inside Santa’s Village to talk with the big guy himself and let him in on their wish list, with a festive photo and keepsake. Click here for more details about pet photos with Santa as well.
Cabela’s locations, including in Avon, Niles
Now through Dec. 24
The family event is free and includes free studio-quality photos with Santa, giveaways and other activities. Click here to make a free online reservation.
stop at the Western Reserve Fire Museum and Education Center to meet and get photos with kids of all ages.
Lock 3, 200 S Main St., Akron
Saturday, Dec 20, 2025 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Monday, Dec 22, 2025 5 p.m. – 7 p.m.
Bring your camera and visit with Santa this holiday season for free at Lock 3 in Downtown Akron.
Santa Visits at Northeast Ohio Malls