Events + Classes

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Letters to Santa

Santa has appointed Chalet as a location for one of his magical mailboxes to collect all the letters from the kids in the Chicagoland area. Download the "Letter for Santa" template here, write your letter to Santa, and drop it off at Chalet! Then keep an eye on your mailbox because Santa will write back before Christmas.

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Nov 28-30, Dec 6, 7, 13 & 14 from 10-4pm

Visit with Santa at Chalet

Santa Claus is coming to town! Bring the whole family to come see Santa and Mrs. Claus. Share your wish list and snap a picture! To manage lines and wait time FOR WILMETTE, please book an appointment to visit with Santa. Walk in's are welcome but appointments take priority.

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Thursday, Dec 11th from 5-7 | Dec 4th (CANCELED DUE TO WEATHER)

Reindeer Happy Hour

Come celebrate the holiday season and visit with Santa’s Reindeer, Donner + Blitzen, before they head back to the North Pole next week. from 5-7pm, enjoy some holiday music while sipping some hot coco, wine and beer and snacking on some holiday cookies.

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Thurs, Dec 18 from 4-6pm

Meet Disney's Frozen Princesses at Chalet

Join us for a magical evening at Chalet as Frozen’s beloved princesses bring winter wonder to life! Bundle up and make your way to the garden, where Anna and Elsa will be greeting guests, taking photos, and spreading holiday cheer. No appointment needed – simply wait in line in the garden to meet the princesses. Save the date here to add a touch of magic to your holiday season.

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Sat, Dec 20th from 2-3pm

Christmas Carolers | New Trier Chorus

Fa La La La La! Come feel the joy of the season with Christmas Caroling at Chalet! Sat, Dec 20th from 2 – 3pm, New Trier’s talented Swing Choir will be at Chalet singing for all to hear and spreading the Christmas cheer. Sing along or just enjoy the show!

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Sunday, Dec 21 at 10 am and 1pm

Gift Wrapping Demo

Don’t let a great gift be ruined by a bad wrap job! Join us for a fun and festive Gift Wrapping Demo at Chalet and learn how to make every present look as special as what’s inside. Our team will share simple techniques and creative ideas for wrapping like a pro — from crisp corners to perfect bows.

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