# Santa's House in Downtown Festus

> Event for families in the St. Louis area (MO / IL). Times are Central Time.

- When: Tue, Dec 8 (+9 more dates) · 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
- Where: Santa's House (corner of Main and Mill Streets), Main St & Mill St, Festus, MO 63028
- Ages: Check age guidance
- Price: Free
- Organizer: City of Festus
- Official page: https://www.festusmo.gov/371/Santas-House---December-2026
- Last checked: Fri, Oct 30

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## About

Santa sits in his little house at the corner of Main and Mill Streets to visit with children of all ages and their well-behaved, leashed pets. Visits and your own photos are free (no professional photographer); bring canned or nonperishable food for the Ozark Food Pantry. Weeknights 6–8 pm, Saturdays noon–5 pm.

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