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You better be on his nice list! The real Santa is returning to Van Vleck for holiday photos and fun activities in our House & Gardens. Photos will be taken by New Moon Photography and there will be snacks and activities for families. A Sensory Session will be available at the first hour of each day to provide a quieter environment for their visit with Santa.
A ticket includes 5 family members.
Registration details and a link will be sent to members by November 6th.
Registration will open to the general public on November 8th.
If would like to go on the waiting list for a specific day or any day, please contact Michelle@montclairfoundation.org.
Please note: registration is a two-step process.
Step 1 – Purchase ticket for the day you would like to attend.
Step 2 – Click on the SignUp Genius link in the confirmation email (which is sent after payment) that corresponds with the day you paid for. Choose a time slot.
Each family will have a designated 5 minute time slot to take photos with Santa inside Van Vleck House.
Families will be emailed a proof gallery within 10 days of their session. Package includes one digital image of your choice. Additional digitals and prints may be purchased.
An event every day that begins at 12:00 am, repeating until September 8, 2024
An event every week that begins at 9:30 am on Monday, repeating until December 16, 2024
An event every week that begins at 6:00 pm on Tuesday, repeating until September 24, 2024