Check back in November for Holiday happenings at Eden Prairie Center!
Meet Santa at Eden Prairie Center
Santa Claus has traveled all the way from the North Pole to Eden Prairie, MN, to visit with you at Eden Prairie Center! Get your wish list ready and come dressed in your holiday best for a photo with Santa in 2026.
Take your 2026 Photos with Santa in Eden Prairie, MN at Eden Prairie Center! 2026 photos with Santa are available at Eden Prairie Center from Tuesday, November 10 through Thursday, December 24, 2026. Find Santa in Scheels Court on the Lower Level. Walk-ups are always welcome, and reservations are encouraged to make your visit even smoother. Meeting Santa in Eden Prairie, MN is a family tradition, and it’s easy to pair with holiday shopping and a meal before you head home.
Santa’s Visiting Hours
PHOTO SET OPERATING HOURS (THROUGH 12/12):
Monday – Thursday: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Santa’s Break: 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Friday – Saturday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Santa’s Break: 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Sunday: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Santa’s Break: 3:00 PM – 3:30 PM
PHOTO SET EXTENDED OPERATING HOURS (12/13 – 12/24):
Monday – Thursday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Santa’s Break: 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Friday – Saturday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Santa’s Break: 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Sunday: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Santa’s Break: 3:00 PM – 3:30 PM
Friday (12/19): 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM,
Santa’s Break: 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM & 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Saturday (12/20): 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Santa’s Break: 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM & 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Sunday (12/21): 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Santa’s Break: 3:00 PM – 3:30 PM
Monday (12/22): 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Santa’s Break: 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM & 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday (12/23): 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Santa’s Break: 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM & 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday (12/24): 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Santa’s Break: 1:00 PM – 1:45 PM
Pet Photos
Pet photos are available on Mondays through December 15
Holiday Events
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Northwoods Boutique Holiday Finds
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Keepsake Memories with Santa
Santa's hours vary by day. Click "Learn More" to view schedule
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🌹Rose Craft Show – Pre-Holiday Marketplace
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Santa Arrival Party!
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Merry Woof-mas Mondays! 🐾
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Sounds of the Season 🎶
Performance dates & times vary. Click "Learn More" for calendar of performances.
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Holiday Music Co. Strolling Carolers
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Holiday Music Co. Strolling Carolers
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Holiday Music Co. Strolling Carolers
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Mixed Nuts Comedy Show & More
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City Hill Worship Choir
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Good News Big Band
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Chaska Middle School West Band
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🌹Rose Craft Show – Holiday Marketplace
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Flute Cocktail
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Hopkins Westwind Concert Band’s Silverwinds Flutes
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