When Is Santa Claus Coming To Louisville?

Get ready, because Santa Claus is coming to Louisville! This holiday season, the man in red is spreading holiday joy all over town. So get those wishlists ready, be on your best behavior (Santa knows if you've been bad or good!) and mark your calendar. Here's when and where you can catch Santa in the Louisville area this year!

Please note: Event dates are subject to change or cancellation. We recommend calling ahead to confirm and making reservations when possible.

Light Up Louisville

When: Saturday, Dec. 2
Where: Downtown Louisville; Louisville, KY 40202
What: Join the holiday festivities at Light Up Louisville, a free annual event that marks the start of the holiday season in the city. The event includes the Lots of Lights Parade with brightly lit groups on Santa Claus Lane, along with a Vendor Village featuring local food and craft vendors selling holiday goods and treats. Don't miss the chance to welcome the REAL Santa Claus and enjoy the seasonal cheer in Downtown Louisville. Click here for more info.

Breakfast and Photos with Santa

When: Sunday, Dec. 17
Where: Main Event Louisville - 12500 Sycamore Station Place; Louisville, KY 40299
What: Join Santa Claus for a joyful breakfast at 11 a.m. This event offers a chance to take special photos with Santa, engage in holiday crafts and create cherished memories with your little ones. Santa will be there to listen to Christmas wishes and spread holiday cheer! Click here for more info.

Santa’s Wonderland at Bass Pro Shops

When: Nov. 5 - Dec. 24 (see calendar for times)
Where: Bass Pro Shops Clarksville - 951 E. Lewis & Clark Parkway; Clarksville, IN 47129
What: Down the road in Clarksville, experience the magic of Santa’s Wonderland at Bass Pro Shops! Mail out letters to the North Pole, visit the Christmas toy shop and get a free picture with Kris Kringle himself. You’ll need to reserve your time slot for this popular event. Click here for more info.

Photos with Santa at Green Tree Mall

When: Nov. 24 - Dec. 24 (see calendar for times)
Where: Green Tree Mall - 757 E. Lewis and Clark Pkwy; Clarksville, IN 47129
What: Capture the spirit of the season with a visit to Santa at Green Tree Mall, just a short drive from Louisville. Enjoy a timeless tradition where families can meet and take photos with Santa. Photo packages are available for purchase to cherish these holiday memories. For convenience and to reduce waiting time, pre-booking your visit at WhereIsSanta.com is recommended. Click here for more info.

Happy holidays, Louisville! Wishing you a joyful season filled with warmth and happiness.

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