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Here Comes Santa Claus

Here Comes Santa Claus

When: Friday, November 29, 2024
Time: 2 to 7 p.m.
Where: Chateau Theatre, Residences of Old City Hall, Peace Plaza, & Galleria at University Square

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Mark your calendars for “Here Comes Santa Claus” on Friday, November 29. This beloved holiday tradition will include, as always, Mrs. Claus' Workshop in the Historic Chateau Theatre, daring rescue of Santa atop Old City Hall and the magical holiday tree lighting ceremony on Peace Plaza. Come downtown the day after Thanksgiving to kick off the holiday season!

       2:00 – 4:00 p.m. Mrs. Claus' Workshop | Historic Chateau Theatre

Before Santa's grand arrival, visit the Historic Chateau Theatre for Mrs. Claus' Workshop. Enjoy merry music, family-friendly games and activities, and storytime with Mrs. Claus. Admission is free and all are welcome. Concessions will be available for purchase.

       4:30 p.m. Santa’s Rescue | Residences of Old City Hall

       5:00 p.m. Tree Lighting | Peace Plaza

       5:30 - 7:00 p.m. Photos with Santa | Galleria at University Square (Second Level)

  Read more about past activities at Here Comes Santa Claus in these blogs.

Photo Credit: Alpha Digital

Disclaimer: The Rochester Downtown Alliance does not permit the use of drones at any of its events.

(Video credit: Tyler Aug of The Rochester Posse)


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