Seasonal & Holidays
When Is Santa Claus Coming To Gary?
St. Nick is headed our way! Find out when and where to see Santa this holiday season.

Santa Claus is coming to Gary, spreading holiday magic all across town! Get those wish lists ready, and be on your best behavior β Santaβs watching! Here are some opportunities to catch the man in red in and around Gary this season.
Please note: Event dates are subject to change or cancellation. We recommend contacting the venue ahead of time to confirm details, as you may be required to purchase a ticket in advance.
Santaβs Wonderland at Bass Pro Shops
When: Through Dec. 24 (reservations required; see website for times)
Where: Bass Pro Shops Portage, 6425 Daniel Burnham Drive, Portage, IN
Website: Click here
Phone: 219-787-6800
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Santaβs Wonderland at Cabelaβs
When: Nov. 25 - Dec. 24 (reservations required; see website for times)
Where: Cabelaβs Hammond, 7700 Cabela Drive, Hammond, IN
Website: Click here
Phone: 219-845-9040
Santa at River Oaks Center
When: Nov. 29 - Dec. 24 (reservations available; see website for times)
Where: River Oaks Center, 96 River Oaks Center, Calumet City, IL
Website: Click here
Phone: 708-868-0600
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Photos with Santa at βA Christmas Story Comes Homeβ
When: Saturdays and Sundays, Nov. 30 - Dec. 22 (10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m; reservations available)
Where: Indiana Welcome Center, 7770 Corinne Dr., Hammond, IN
Website: Click here
Phone: 219-989-7979
Santa Visits at the Barker Mansion (Admission Ticket Required)
When: Dec. 14, 15, 21, 22 (11:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.)
Where: The Barker Mansion, 631 Washington St., Michigan City, IN
Website: Click here
Phone: 219-873-1520
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