Photos with Santa
Share your Christmas wish list with Santa and capture a magical holiday memory on top of Santa’s Mountain, a replica of the iconic mountain from A Christmas Story! After posing for a photo with the big guy himself, little ones can celebrate with a thrilling ride down the giant red slide.
Santa Photo Appointments: $10 per appointment, including one printed photo. Additional photos are available for $6 each and can be purchased online when booking or during your visit.
Please note: Planning to take photos with multiple members of your group or want more than one picture? No need to book multiple appointments! Just reserve one time slot for your group.

SANTA'S SCHEDULE
SATURDAYS AND SUNDAYS
November 28 through December 20, 2026
10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
SPECIAL DAY
Friday, November 27, 2026
10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
SANTA'S SPECIAL EVENTS
All is Calm
ONLY for children and adults with special needs. Enjoy a sensory-friendly exhibit and visits with Santa.
Tuesday, December 1, 2026
10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
BOOK YOUR SANTA PHOTO DURING ALL IS CALM HERE
Holiday for Heroes
ONLY for first responders, active and retired military and their families. Please show your military ID or work badge for admission.
Thursday, December 3, 2026
5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
BOOK YOUR SANTA PHOTO DURING HOLIDAY FOR HEROES HERE

Wag Your Tail Wednesdays
Bring your dogs and cats on by for photos with Santa on Wag Your Tail Wednesdays! See schedule below. Appointments with Santa are $10 and include one printed photo. Additional photos can be purchased for $6 each when you make your appointment online or during your visit.
We will also be accepting donations for local shelters during this time.
Please note: Dogs and cats only, please! Dogs must be on non-retractable leashes.
Wednesdays 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
December 2, 9 and 16, 2026

Come See Us
Plan your visit to the Indiana Welcome Center in Hammond, Indiana during the holiday season.
Locate us and find the exhibit and gift shop hours below.

More To Do This Holiday
We've put together more things to do and events happening throughout the Region this winter below - from outdoor to indoor!
For year-round fun, visit alongthesouthshore.com.
