Where to Find Santa in Fort Wayne, Indiana
1. Christmas on Broadway
Broadway Plaza
November 21
Kick off the holiday season! See Santa and Mrs. Claus make their way down Broadway for the parade, followed by the lighting of the 40-foot Christmas tree!
2. Night of Lights
The Wednesday Before Thanksgiving
See Santa and his Reindeer at PNC Bank — Beginning at 5:30 pm
3. Festival of Trees
Embassy Theatre
Santa does not always attend every day of the Festival of Trees, but keep on the lookout for him amongst the beautiful trees! Every year, Santa tries to visit and see some of Fort Wayne's greatest holiday decorations. He will also be at the Breakfast with Santa, which always sells out quickly, and the new Sensory-Friendly Breakfast with Santa!
4. Festival of Gingerbread
The History Center
Every year, Santa will make a stop to browse the beautiful gingerbread houses at the Festival of Gingerbread. Check out the History Center’s calendar to see all the fun events happening on Saturdays – including a visit from Santa on December 6, 12–5 pm.
5. Breakfast with Saint Nicholas
University of St. Francis, North Campus Gym
December 6
Hosted by the University of St. Francis, enjoy a breakfast and fun while learning about the legacy of St. Nicholas. Then stay on campus and enjoy Christmas at the Castle with tours of Brookside Mansion.
6. Saving Santa
Fort Wayne Firefighter's Museum
December 7
Santa is stuck on the roof of the Museum with no way down! A call is made and a FWFD ladder truck arrives and rescues Santa. He then enters the Museum to meet with the kids.
7. Santa Saturdays
Botanical Conservatory
December 6, 13, 20 from 12–4 pm
Stop by the Botanical Conservatory on any one of the three Saturdays before Christmas to take your pictures with Santa! Note: Santa takes a cookie break from 2–2:30 pm. And, register before November 25 to enjoy a Botanical Breakfast with Santa on December 6!
8. Fort Wayne LightFest — Fantasy of Lights and Wild Lights at the Zoo
Fort Wayne Zoo Gift Shop (aka Santa's Cottage)
November 28 - January 4
After driving through the Fantasy of Lights at Franke Park or walking through the new Wild Lights at the Zoo next door, be sure to visit Santa inside the Fort Wayne Zoo Gift Shop — which will transform into Santa's Cottage. Take a picture with Santa and pick up a few animal-themed gifts!
On Saturday, December 6, you can also enjoy a sensory-friendly visit with Santa! Register now.
9. Live Reindeer at Jefferson Pointe
December 6, 13, 20 from 5–7 pm
Santa's plate is quite full this time of year. So every Saturday until December 20 from 5–7 pm, he'll be sending his reindeer to Jefferson Pointe for meet and greets before they head out to pull Santa's sleigh!
10. Glenbrook Square
November 21 - December 24 (check for times) | Reservations are encouraged
Visit Santa at Glenbrook Square Mall daily from November 21 - December 24! Plus, join two special events during the season: Santa's Arrival on November 21, and Jingle Jamboree on December 13. Learn more.
11. New Haven Holiday Homecoming
Canal Landing Park
November 22
Join a fun-filled holiday celebration in New Haven with a parade of lights, carriage rides, live music, and pictures with Santa!
12. Shop Small Saturday Santa Stop at Electric Works
Union Street Market at Electric Works
November 29 from Noon–4 pm
During Shop Small Saturday, take a break and make a stop at Electric Works for food, fun, and visits with Santa!
13. Christmas on the Farm
Salomon Farm Park
December 6 from 1–5 pm
Head to Salomon Farm Park for a joyous celebration of the season, including visits with Santa, interactive kids crafts, holiday tunes, and horse-drawn wagon rides.
14. Sleigh Days Christmas Village & Market
Allen County Fairgrounds
December 6-7
Shop from more than 50 vendors, participate in crafts and science demos for kids, and take your picture with Santa at the Allen County Fairgrounds!
15. Holiday Cheer at Promenade Park
Promenade Park
December 14
Celebrate an afternoon full of festive fun! Write letters to Santa, create special holiday cards, and snap a photo with Santa himself!
16. Winter Wonder Ice Festival
PSM Icehouse
December 19-20
Step into a winter wonderland at the PSM Icehouse! The two-day Ice Festival features holiday magic, skating (and skating lessons!), The Nutcracker on Ice performances by Fort Wayne Ice Skating Club, Breakfast with Santa, a hot cocoa bar, and so much more.
This post was originally published in November 2016 and has been updated. Last Updated: November 2025
