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Breakfast with Santa in New Jersey in 2025

Warm up with Alstede Farms' delicious farm-to-table brunch with Santa. Photo courtesy of the farm
Warm up with Alstede Farms' delicious farm-to-table brunch with Santa. Photo courtesy of the farm
11/14/25 - By Laurie Rein

Breakfast with Santa on one of his visits to New Jersey is a great way for your kids to spend quality time with "the big guy." At these events, kids enjoy delicious food and share holiday wish lists with St. Nick.

And, of course, there will be time for some adorable photos. Read on for our roundup of where to have breakfast with Santa in New Jersey this holiday season. 

Want more time with Santa? Book your ticket on a Christmas train ride, and find more seasonal activities in our Holiday Fun Guide.

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As always, if an event piques your interest, click through to our listing for all the details, including addresses and times. And, keep in mind: Reservations are required for these special meals, so book ASAP.

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Breakfast with Santa at Fresh & Fancy Farms

New Milford
Saturdays and Sundays, from Saturday, December 6-Sunday, December 21, 2025
Enjoy breakfast on the farm with Santa. The meal includes farm-fresh pancakes, maple brown sugar butter, sausage, fresh fruit, orange juice, coffee, and tea. Enjoy a visit and photos with Santa and receive a coloring book, crayons, and a small toy from him. READ MORE

Magical Breakfast with Santa at The Architects Golf Club

Lopatcong
Saturday, December 6, 2025 and Sunday, December 14, 2025
Indulge in baked goods, an omelette station, and more at The Architects Golf Club's Santa breakfast. Get photos with Santa while you're there.  READ MORE

Brunch with Santa at Alstede Farms

Chester
Saturdays and Sundays from Sunday, December 7-Sunday, December 14, 2025
Bring your appetite for a hearty brunch and a visit with Santa Claus on the farm. All ages are sure to delight in the family-style buffet and opportunity to take a photo with Santa himself while experiencing a magical time on the farm. READ MORE

Breakfast with Santa at Twin Maples

Summit
Saturday, December 6-Sunday, December 7, 2025
Join Santa​ for a Nutcracker-themed breakfast or brunch in the beautifully decorated ballroom of Twin Maples Estate and enjoy live music, hot cocoa, family photos, and storytime. READ MORE

Breakfast with Santa at Dave & Buster's in Wayne

Wayne
Saturday, December 6, 2025
It's a holly jolly magical morning filled with fun and festivities for the whole family to enjoy. Kick off the season with sparkle and cheer at this exclusive Breakfast with Santa event. READ MORE

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Breakfast with Santa in the Tap Room

Princeton
Sundays, December 7-21, 2025
Santa Claus is coming to breakfast at the Nassau Inn. Enjoy a delicious breakfast, activities and a visit from Santa. READ MORE

Breakfast with Santa in Raritan

Raritan
Sunday, December 7
Raritan Knights of Columbus hosts a festive morning filled with food, fun, and Christmas spirit. Guests can enjoy a hearty breakfast buffet featuring pancakes, eggs, sausage, made to order omelets, and more. READ MORE

Breakfast with Santa at Hailey's Harp & Pub

Metuchen
Saturday, December 13
Pancakes, bacon and eggs are on tap Hailey's Harp & Pub's Santa breakfast. Children under 12 receive a special gift from Santa. Two seatings are available.  READ MORE
Santa greets good little girls and boys in the ballroom at Congress Hall. Photo courtesy of the venue
Santa greets good little girls and boys in the ballroom at Congress Hall. Photo courtesy of the venue

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Breakfast with Santa at Congress Hall

Cape May
Saturdays and Sundays from Saturday, November 29-Sunday, December 14, 2025
Dress up in your holiday best for this feast at Congress Hall. Santa greets visitors during brunch on Saturdays and Sundays. Enjoy a delicious breakfast buffet with a festive children's menu, plus holiday drinks and specialty desserts. READ MORE

Breakfast with Santa at the Ocean 7 Restaurant

Cape May
Select Saturdays and Sundays from Saturday, November 29-Saturday, December 20, 2025
Santa sets up shop at Ocean 7 Restaurant inside the Inn of Cape May, welcoming visitors young and old for a delicious morning meal. Santa takes gift requests from the children and poses for pictures, too.  READ MORE

Breakfast with Santa at ICONA

Wildwood Crest
Sunday, December 7, 2025
Feast with Santa in the new Ocean View Ballroom, featuring a breakfast buffet plus a printed photo with Santa by a professional photographer.  READ MORE

Breakfast with Santa at American Hotel

Freehold
Sundays, November 30-December 21, 2025
Bring your wish list and your appetite to the American Hotel for its famous Sunday brunch buffet. Santa joins you for your meal, and there is time for photos.  READ MORE

Breakfast With Santa Dave & Buster's Freehold

Freehold
Saturday, December 6, 2025
Dave & Buster's welcomes guests to it's holly jolly Santa breakfast, filled with fun and festivities for the family.Kick off the season with sparkle and cheer at this exclusive Breakfast with Santa event featuring games, photos and more. READ MORE

Breakfast with Santa at Fred & Ethel's Lantern Light Tavern

Smithville
Saturdays, December 6 and 13, 2025
Santa Claus is coming to Fred & Ethel's for a kid-friendly breakfast of scrambled eggs, tater tots, bacon, sausage, bagels, and danish. READ MORE

Breakfast with Santa at LBI National Golf & Resort

Little Egg Harbor Township
Sunday, December 7, 2025
Head over to LBI National for a festive Santa Breakfast, featuring a delicious buffet with pastry items, hot breakfast favorites, Belgian waffles and more. Top off the meal with Santa photos.  READ MORE

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Laurie Rein
Laurie Rein is passionate about finding fun (especially free!) activities for her twin daughters. Before joining Mommy Poppins New Jersey, Laurie worked in the television industry, with roles as an NBC page, copywriter, affiliate liaison for The Rosie O'Donnell Show, and research manager for CBS.
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