Registration Set To Open For Santa's Workshop, Hotline In Naperville

NAPERVILLE, IL — Though October is not yet over, it's time to start thinking about chatting with Santa Claus in Naperville. Registration is set to kick off for two of the Naperville Park District's most anticipated winter holiday events: Santa's Workshop and Santa's Hotline.

Registration for both will begin at 12 p.m. on Oct. 22 for residents and at 12 p.m. on Oct. 24 for nonresidents.

Santa's Workshop

Kids can visit Santa at his workshop at the park district's Paddle Boat Quarry rental area, 441 Aurora Ave. The workshop is open from Dec. 2 through Dec. 22 for children to share wishes with Santa and pose for photos.

Select nights are reserved for special guests, with the schedule as follows. Registration is still required for these nights:

• Dec. 3: Pet Night
• Dec. 4: Special Needs Night
• Dec. 11: First Responders and Military Night

The cost to visit is $10 for residents and $15 for nonresidents, and advance registration is required to secure a spot. Click the link to register for Santa's Workshop.

Santa's Hotline

Santa's Hotline gives kids a chance to get a personal phone call from Santa Claus or Mrs. Claus. The calls will be made on Dec. 4 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. The phone calls are free, but require advanced registration, as slots often fill up quickly.

Click the link to register for a call from Santa's Hotline.