Breakfast with Santa

Runs through: Dec 7, 2024 | 10:30 AM

Join us at Whitaker Center as we welcome the big man himself, Santa Claus!

Experience the holiday spirit with:

✨ Festive holiday decor and music
🍳 A delicious buffet breakfast
🍪 Cookie decorating with Santa’s elves (sample your creations and take them home!)
🎄 Exclusive table visits from Santa and Mrs. Claus (perfect for candid photos!)

After breakfast:

🌟 Explore our Science Center and let your curiosity soar! (day of play included with your breakfast admission!)
📸 Capture a cozy photo with Santa on our festive couch! (full party photo op encouraged!)
🎥 Relax in our Digital Cinema with a special showing of Olaf’s Frozen Adventure while enjoying a sweet treat from Santa.

Tickets are going fast! Be sure to choose your preferred seating time when purchasing:

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10:30 AM

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Adults (13+) $39.95

Children (Ages 3-12) $29.95

FREE children (Ages 0-2)

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