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Breakfast with Santa in Houston and More Ways To Meet Santa Claus

There are tons of Santa breakfasts in Houston. Photo by Elsa Simcik for Mommy Poppins.
There are tons of Santa breakfasts in Houston. Photo by Elsa Simcik for Mommy Poppins.
11/12/23 - By Rachael Cherry

There are plenty of Santa breakfasts in Houston to choose from this holiday season. Check our list below for Santa breakfasts in Houston and other Santa activities.

Clear the big guy's schedule because Santa is the guest of honor at every breakfast and brunch event in Houston this holiday season. From Breakfast with Santa at Neiman Marcus in the Galleria, to Breakfast with Santa at the Lone Star Flight Museum and Breakfast with Santa at Moody Gardens, Santa is having pancakes and taking toy requests all around the Houston area.

There will also be more sightings of Santa at many events over the holidays, including hanging out with him at Santa’s Wonderland or even skating with Santa at Discovery Green. 

For more holiday fun and ways to see Santa check out our list of Polar Express Trains and Christmas Trains near Houston and our other Top Holiday Activities and Christmas Events in Houston.

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Dive into breakfast with Santa at the Downtown Aquarium. Photo courtesy of Downtown Aquarium.
Dive into breakfast with Santa at the Downtown Aquarium. Photo courtesy of Downtown Aquarium.

Santa Breakfasts in Houston

Breakfast With Santa at The Westin Memorial City

Sat Dec 2 & Sat Dec 9, 2023 - Memorial
Experience the magic of the holiday season with the beloved Breakfast with Santa event at The Westin Memorial City. READ MORE

Breakfast With Santa at South Shore Harbour Resort

Sat Dec 2- Sat Dec 16, 2023 (Saturdays) - League City
Enjoy a breakfast buffet and photo ops with Santa Claus at South Shore Harbor Resort's Paradise Reef Restaurant this holiday season.  READ MORE

Breakfast with Santa at the Woodlands Resort

Sat Dec 2 - Sun Dec 17, 2023 (Weekends) - The Woodlands
Enjoy a morning with Santa at The Woodlands Resort's annual Santa Breakfast.  READ MORE

Breakfast with Santa at the Hilton Americas

Sat Dec 2 - Sun Dec 24, 2023 (Weekends) - Downtown
Make your December weekends magical with Breakfast with Santa. READ MORE

Breakfast with Santa at Neiman Marcus

Sun Dec 3 - Sun Dec 17, 2023 (Weekends) - Galleria
Santa is visiting Neiman Marcus at the Galleria for breakfast in their magical Winter Wonderland. READ MORE

Santa Brunch with Live Music at The Annie Café & Bar

Sun Dec 3, 2023 - Uptown
Celebrate the holiday season with the 5th annual Brunch & Photos with Santa at The Annie Café & Bar. READ MORE

Breakfast With Santa at the Lone Star Flight Museum

Sat Dec 9, 2023 - Clear Lake Area
Watch St. Nick arrive in a vintage PT-17 Stearman plane and then join ticket holders for a breakfast experience. READ MORE

Breakfast with Santa in Seabrook

Sat Dec 9, 2023 - Seabook
Free
This annual community event includes a hot pancake breakfast and a visit with Santa.  READ MORE

Breakfast with Santa at Hometown Heroes Park

Sat Dec 9, 2023 - League City
Join a yummy pancake breakfast with all the fixings and enjoy activities, giveaways, and photos with Santa. READ MORE

Breakfast with Santa at Moody Gardens

Sat Dec 9 - Sun Dec 24, 2023 (Select Dates) - Galveston
Enjoy breakfast and a meet and greet with Santa this holiday season! READ MORE

Breakfast with Santa at the Downtown Aquarium

Sat Dec 9 - Sun Dec 24, 2023 (Select Dates) - Downtown
Enjoy a delicious buffet with Santa and Sharkey this holiday season, then enjoy exhibit discounts and more. READ MORE

Breakfast with Santa at the Aquarium - Kemah

Sat Dec 9 - Sun Dec 24, 2023 (Select Dates) - Kemah
Head to the Aquarium in Kemah for a delicious breakfast with Santa and Sharkey. READ MORE

Breakfast with Santa at Rosenberg Railroad Museum

Sat Dec 16, 2023 - Rosenberg
Ho ho ho! Santa is at the Rosenberg Railroad Museum and he wants to have breakfast with you.  READ MORE

Donuts with Santa at Rob Fleming Park

Sat Dec 16, 2023 - The Woodlands
Enjoy some sprinkled sweet treats with Frosty the Snowman and a visit from Santa Claus. READ MORE
Holiday Festival is one of many Santa events in Houston this season. Photo courtesy of Levy Park
Holiday Festival is one of many Santa events in Houston this season. Photo courtesy of Levy Park

More Santa Events in Houston

Santa's Wonderland in College Station

Fri Nov 10, 2023 - Sat Dec 30, 2023 - College Station
Experience Santa's magical world at the biggest Christmas attraction in the state of Texas. Enjoy hayride tours, train rides, live music, shopping, horse and carriage tours, a food village, campfires, and more. READ MORE

Skate with Santa at Discovery Green

Sat Nov 11, 2023 - Sat Dec 23, 2023 (Saturdays) - Downtown
Children of all ages are invited to skate with  a Santa Claus of different ethnicities. READ MORE

Lighting of the Doves Festival

Sat Nov 18, 2023 - The Woodlands
Free
The Lighting of the Doves Festival is a long-standing tradition in The Woodlands that signifies the start of the holiday season in the community.  READ MORE

Holiday in the Plaza at CityCentre

Sat Nov 25, 2023 - Memorial
Free
Come visit Santa and 2 of his reindeer at CityCentre during Holiday in the Plaza. Donation of new, unwrapped toys can be donated in exchange for a complimentary picture with Santa.  READ MORE

Holiday Tree Lighting at City Place

Sun Nov 26, 2023 - Spring
Free
Take part in a countdown to the illumination of the shimmering – and floating – 35-foot Christmas landmark rising from City Place Park’s main pond. READ MORE

Holiday in the Park at Bellaire Town Square

Thu Nov 30, 2023 - Bellaire
Free
The City of Bellaire will bring in the holiday season and welcome Santa at Holiday in the Park. Come enjoy live music from local choirs, snow slides, food, and more. READ MORE

Woodchase Park Christmas Celebration

Fri Dec 1, 2023 - Westchase
Free
Woodchase Park transforms into a Christmas wonderland. Enjoy Christmas lights, face painting, a balloon twist artist, a bounce house, food trucks, games, a DJ, hot chocolate, crafts, Santa photo opportunities, nutcracker dancers, and more! READ MORE

Deck the Depot Tomball Christmas Tree Lighting

Sat Dec 2, 2023 - Tomball
Free
The Greater Tomball Area Chamber of Commerce presents its 51st annual parade. This year's theme is "A Gold Medal Christmas," and features parade floats from local clubs and organizations. READ MORE

Holiday Festival at Levy Park

Sat Dec 2 - Sun Dec 3, 2023 - Upper Kirby
Free
The free two-day festival features a holiday market, a craft station, live music performances throughout the park, a special performance by River Oaks Dance, and a free photo booth with Santa Claus. READ MORE

Christmas in the Park at Kingwood Town Center

Sat Dec 2, 2023 - Kingwood
Free
Head to Town Center Park in the heart of Kingwood for the free community Christmas in the Park Festival and Tree Lighting, featuring shops, entertainment, vendors, fanciful eateries, artists, and more. READ MORE

Reindeer Park in Deer Park

Sat Dec 2, 2023 - Deer Park
This holiday celebration is packed with activities for the whole family, including snow areas, live music, skating, s'mores, and more.  READ MORE

Friendswood's Santa in the Park

Sat Dec 2, 2023 - Friendswood
Free
Enjoy a magical afternoon and evening at Santa in the Park with a snow hill, parade, tree lighting and fireworks, a holiday market, amusement rides, live entertainment and photos with Santa.  READ MORE

Storytime with Santa at LaCenterra

Sat Dec 2 - Sat Dec 16, 2023 (Select Dates) - Katy
Gather around the 51′ Christmas tree at Heritage Square this holiday season to see Santa read a Christmas tale during Storytime with Santa. READ MORE

Christmas on Texas Avenue Festival

Sat Dec 9 - Sun Dec 10, 2023 - Baytown
Free
Head down to Baytown for the annual Christmas on Texas Avenue, where Santa and Mrs. Claus make an appearance for photo opportunities. READ MORE

Places featured in this article:

The Westin at Memorial City
South Shore Harbour Resort & Conference Center
Rosenberg Railroad Museum