The Goshen Parks and Recreation Department is celebrating the holiday season with events throughout the next two months, including a Breakfast with Santa on Saturday, Dec. 7, at 10 a.m. at Schrock Pavillion, 411 W Plymouth Ave.
Parents are encouraged to bring their kids to enjoy a full Essenhaus breakfast buffet and Christmas crafts. Santa, his elf, and Rudolph will be available for photo ops and to meet kids. The event will end with a story time with Santa. Pre-registration is required and costs $15 per person. Children under 2 are free.
Kids are also encouraged to participate in the Parks Department’s Letters with Santa program. Starting Nov. 11, Kids can mail or drop off their letters to Santa at the Goshen Parks and Recreation Department, 524 E. Jackson St. In order to receive a response sent to their home, the letter must postmarked by December 5, include a full mailing address, and be printed neatly.
Goshen Parks and Recreation is also celebrating the holiday season by bringing back its Goshen’s Night of Lights. Beginning Thanksgiving night, the community is invited to visit Shanklin Park for a Christmas light show. The light is free and open to the public every night from 5 to 10 p.m., from Nov. 28 through Jan. 1, 2025.
For more information and to register for the breakfast, visit goshenindiana.org/parks-rec.