Where To See Santa In Frankfort This Christmas Season

FRANKFORT, IL — Visits and pictures with Santa Claus are treasured traditions for many Frankfort families. In and near Frankfort, kids have several chances to see jolly old St. Nick in person.

Here are the details:

• Frankfort's Lighting of the Green. 6:30 p.m. on Dec. 5 at Breidert Green in downtown Frankfort. Santa and Mrs. Claus will arrive for the annual lighting of the Green.
• Santa Photos and Workshop at Frankfort Park District's Founders Community Center, 140 Oak St. Crafts, games, cookie decorating and a visit with Santa. Register by Dec. 4.
• Lunch with Santa. 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Dec. 8 at CD&Me, 23320 S. La Grange Road, in Frankfort. Tickets are limited, advance purchase required.
• Christkindl Weekend in downtown Frankfort. Noon to 6 p.m. on Dec. 14 and Dec. 15. Santa and Mrs. Claus will be roaming the festive event for holiday greetings and photo ops.
• Mokena Park District's Breakfast With Santa is on Saturday, December 7, from 9 to 10:30 a.m. at Aurelio’s Restaurant in Frankfort. Registration fee for residents is $30, non-resident $35. Fee includes buffet, beverages, gift from Santa and entertainment. Groups are limited to a maximum of 6 per household. Children must be accompanied by an adult. All attendees must be preregistered through Mokena Park District. Registration is not accepted at the restaurant. No refunds. Register at www.mokenapark.com or call for more information at 708-390-2401.
• Santa at Homer for the Holidays on Dec. 7. Photos with Santa will be from 5 to 7 p.m. at Heritage Park, 14240 W. 151st St., in Homer Glen. You can also drop off letters to Santa at the box in the park.
• Santa at the Creamery, 15112 S. Bell Road in Homer Glen. 4 to 7 p.m. at Dec. 7; visit with Santa and enjoy Creamery treats.

Santa is also holding court at several shopping malls in the local area, including:

• Santa's Wonderland at Bass Pro Shops in The Promenade Bolingbrook. The festivities will run through Dec. 24 at the store, 709 Janes Ave. Reservations for free photos with Santa are now available, and dates will continue to open on a rolling basis seven days in advance. Visitors without reservations are welcome and will be accommodated on a first-come, first-served basis, according to the business.
• Pictures with Santa at K9s for Veterans at The Promenade Bolingbrook. The cost is a $10 donation. Photo times are 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Dec. 7, Dec. 8, Dec. 15 and Dec. 21.
• Orland Square Mall, 288 Orland Square Dr.: Now through Dec. 24. Located in the lower level H&M wing. Reservations encouraged, but not required. Walk-ups welcome, too. Check available dates and times, book a slot online.