Santa is going to be popping up around the Battle Creek area. Here are times you can catch him.
At Horrocks
Horrocks is a great place for holiday shopping. They’ll have Christmas trees, holiday treats and poinsettias, along with two visits from Santa and his reindeer: 1 to 4 p.m. Dec. 15. Hopefully the reindeer won’t get into Horrocks’ amazing produce selection.
At the library
Visit Willard Library to take a picture with Santa Claus. Make sure you bring your Christmas list so Santa knows what you'd like for Christmas. While you are there, don't miss your chance to make holiday themed crafts, or get cozy on the Lower Level and watch a movie. As an extra bonus, some of Santa's reindeer will be here to pet and enjoy. The program is from 4 to 7 p.m. Dec. 3.
Marshall District Library provides an intimate concert with holiday cheer called Santa and Singing. The concert will have treats, activities, a carol singalong, and a visit from Santa. The program is 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Dec. 4.
At Winter Wanderland
Santa and the Grinch will both make an appearance at the Winter Wanderland holiday extravaganza from 4 to 8 p.m. Dec. 6-7 at Kellogg Arena. There will be a Holiday Night Bazaar, horse-drawn wagon rides (5-8pm), mini Polar Express train rides and activities for kids.
At small businesses
Marshall stores will each take turns hosting Santa so kids can get a picture with the man in red.
Dec. 6: 6 to 8 p.m. at Great Lakes Candy & Cones.
Dec. 7: 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. at Nani’s Baby Boutique.
Dec. 12: 6 to 8 p.m. at Marshall Hardware
Dec. 13: 5 to 7 p.m. at Ms. Nikki’s Noodle Shop
Dec. 14: 12:30 to 2 p.m. at EastEnd Gallery
Dec. 20: 4 to 6 p.m. at Grassroots Cafe
Dec. 21: Noon to 2 p.m. at Serendipity and the Brew
At the Merry Mile
The Merry Mile is a drive-through wonderland of festive decorations. They’ll have special nights when you can get out of your car and visit with Santa. Santa Saturday events are 6 to 8:30 p.m. Dec. 7, 14 and 21.
