Where to see Santa near Harrisburg (2026)
Checked · Covers Nov 1 – Dec 24 · All times are local Eastern Time
We list 3 ways to see Santa around Harrisburg for Nov 1 – Dec 24: 2 Santa sets open most days and 1 event on select days. 1 list free admission. Hours change and Santa takes breaks, so check the linked schedule before you go.
Santa most days through Christmas Eve
Hersheypark Christmas Candylane
- When
- Fri, Nov 13 – Sun, Jan 3
- Schedule
- Select dates
- Hours
- See site calendar
- Cost
- Park admission required; 1-day ticket from $66.99 online
- Age
- All ages
- Setting
- Outdoor
Hersheypark's holiday season with select rides, the candy-themed TREEville, over 5 million lights, the Fire & Ice Experience, the Twinkling Thru Time show, and Santa with all 9 reindeer.
Official page✓ Dates checked Nov 1, 2026Directions
Breakfast with Santa at The Chocolatier (Hersheypark)
- When
- Fri, Nov 27 – Thu, Dec 24
- Schedule
- Select dates
- Hours
- Morning; see site
- Cost
- Separate ticket; see site
- Age
- All ages
- Setting
- Indoor
A breakfast buffet with hints of chocolate, kids' activities and holiday fun with Santa and his elves.
Official page✓ Dates checked Nov 1, 2026Directions
Santa on select days: parades, tree lightings and more
Harrisburg Holiday Parade New · Just listed
- When
- Sat, Nov 21
- Hours
- Starts 10am
- Cost
- Free
- Age
- All ages
- Setting
- Outdoor
Giant balloons, marching bands, dance teams, floats and Santa Claus loop downtown on Front and 2nd Streets. After the parade, meet Santa at Strawberry Square with free hot chocolate and cookies while supplies last.
Official page✓ Dates checked Nov 1, 2026Directions
Frequently asked questions
When does Santa arrive near Harrisburg in 2026?
Santa is at 2 spots on our list from these dates: Hersheypark Christmas Candylane (Hershey, from Nov 13) and Breakfast with Santa at The Chocolatier (Hersheypark, Hershey, from Nov 27).
Where can kids see Santa for free near Harrisburg?
Harrisburg Holiday Parade (Harrisburg) says it's free on the official page (1 of our 3 Santa listings). 2 listings have a cost: Hersheypark Christmas Candylane and Breakfast with Santa at The Chocolatier (Hersheypark).
Which Harrisburg-area cities have Santa events?
We list Santa events in 2 cities, including Hershey (2) and Harrisburg (1).
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