Free Pictures with Santa Claus

Free photos with Santa are popping up all around Oldham County, bringing holiday cheer to families of all ages. From local events to neighborhood gatherings, there are plenty of chances to stop by, say hello, and snap a merry picture with the big guy himself. Let the holiday magic begin!

We compiled a list of events around the Oldham County area where Santa will visit.  These events offer FREE admission and FREE photo opportunities with Santa – be sure to pack your camera!

*We also included some other events that might have an admission fee, photo fee or are held at a restaurant.


November 4-December 24

Santa’s Wonderland at Cabela’s in Louisville (close to Oldham County). Reservations recommended. FREE!

November 22-December 21

Visit Santa & Carriage Rides at The Paddock Shops in Louisville (close to Oldham County) Every Saturday and Sunday 12-4pm FREE!

November 28 & 29

*YuleTide at Yew Dell Botanical Gardens in Crestwood. Tickets can be purchased online.

November 30

Light Up Maples Park in Crestwood. 4:30-7pm FREE!

December 3

*Santa Claus at Gustavo’s in LaGrange, 6-9pm

December 4

*Santa Claus at Gustavo’s in Prospect, 6-9pm

December 5

*Cookies with Santa at Paramont Estates Club in Prospect. 6-8 pm (Toy drive.)

December 5

*Santa Claus at Gustavo’s in LaGrange, 6-9pm

December 5 & 6

*YuleTide at Yew Dell Botanical Gardens in Crestwood. Tickets can be purchased online. 

December 6

*The Polar Express Experience at The Sauerbeck Family Drive-in in LaGrange. Tickets can be purchased online.

December 6

Holiday Open House at Norton Commons 11am-5pm

December 6

20th Annual Nature of Christmas at Creasey Mahan Nature Preserve in Goshen. 12-3pm FREE! Donations appreciated!

December 6

A Night in Wonderland Holiday Festival at the Prospect Kroger 3-8pm. FREE! Storytime with Mrs. Claus

December 6

*Holiday Hayride and Santa Photos at Chestnut Hall Farm in Prospect, 12-3pm

December 6

Santa at Reardon’s in Crestwood. 1-5pm FREE!

December 6

Light Up LaGrange in Downtown LaGrange. Santa arrives at 6pm FREE!

December 6 & 7

*Picture Your Pet with Santa at Feeders Supply in LaGrange. 12-4pm

December 7

Yule Log Festival in Pewee Valley, 6-8pm FREE!

December 10

Santa Claus at the Oldham County Detention Center in LaGrange (Buckner area), 5-7pm

December 10

*Santa Claus at Gustavo’s in Crestwood, 6-9pm

December 12

*Santa Claus at Gustavo’s in Crestwood, 6-9pm

December 12 & 13

*YuleTide at Yew Dell Botanical Gardens in Crestwood. Tickets can be purchased online.  

December 12 & 13

*Grinch Experience at Sauerbeck Family Drive-in in LaGrange. Tickets can be purchased online. The Grinch & Santa will be there! Gates open at 5pm

December 13

*Breakfast with Santa at the John W. Black Community Center in LaGrange (Buckner area), 9-11am. 

December 13

Santa at Reardon’s in Crestwood. 1-5pm FREE!

December 13

*Snapshots of Kindness Christmas Showcase & Food Drive at Coffeehouse in LaGrange, 2-4pm. Bring a donation for a free photo with Santa

December 13

*Photos with Santa Claus benefiting Adopt Me Bluegrass Pet Rescue at Third Turn Oldham Gardens in Crestwood, 4-7pm

December 18

*Santa Claus at Gustavo’s in LaGrange, 6-9pm

December 19

*Santa Claus at Gustavo’s in Prospect, 6-9pm

December 19 & 20

*YuleTide at Yew Dell Botanical Gardens in Crestwood. Tickets can be purchased online.  

December 20

*The Polar Express Experience at The Sauerbeck Family Drive-in in LaGrange. Tickets can be purchased online.

Know of any Santa sightings coming up soon?  Let us know! Nicolle@louisvillefamilyfun.net