SANTA CLAUS IN DOWNTOWN DETROIT

Enjoy a FREE whimsical experience at 1001 Winter Wonders. The jolly man in red will be awaiting your visit downtown at 1001 Woodward Avenue this winter season! Santa will be available for free photos, first come first served. Be sure to dress warm as lines for Santa will start outdoors.


SENSORY-FRIENDLY EXPERIENCE

In partnership with UMAISE, we are offering an inclusive sensory-friendly Santa experience that incorporates sensory adaptations and a wheelchair-accessible layout. See schedule for times and pre-registration

HOURS + LOCATION

Open November 14 through December 24

Open November 14 through December 24

Regular Hours:
Thurs – Fri: 4PM – 8PM 
Sat – Sun: 12PM – 4PM 

Holiday Hours: 
Thanksgiving Day: Closed
Christmas Eve: 12PM – 4PM 
Christmas Day: Closed

Extended Hours:
December 16, 17, 18, 23:
4PM – 8PM 

Sensory-Friendly Santa:* 
November 20: 4PM – 7PM 
December 21: 5PM – 8PM

*Pre-registration required for sensory-friendly experience required. 

1001 Winter Wonders – Guidelines 2024

Parties of 10 or more must wait until all members of the party are present before entering 1001 Winter Wonders. 

The line to enter 1001 Winter Wonders starts outside at the Woodward Avenue entrance. Please be prepared to wait outside. 

All parties in line for 1001 Winter Wonders by the time of close will be able enter. Those who join the line after time of close will not be able to enter.  

Please arrive early to ensure you are able to visit Santa Claus and participate in all elements of the experience.   

All guests must exit the building following the close of the experience. This includes the building lobby, restrooms and elevators.   

Photos are limited to only two shots per party. Each party can receive up to five printed copies, upon request.  

No pets or animals of any kind are allowed, except service animals.  

Guests under 13 years old must be accompanied, at all times, by a parent or guardian. Please stay with your party for the entirety of the experience.    

No large bags, backpacks or strollers will be permitted inside the experience. There is a dedicated area to leave strollers before entering the experience. 1001 Winter Wonders is not responsible for any lost or stolen items.   

Weapons, noisemakers, fireworks and explosives of any kind are strictly prohibited.  

1001 Winter Wonders is not liable for any personal injury or loss/damage to personal property.