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Kick off the most magical season at Hilldale. Jingle all the way to our North Pole Party with festive activities for all ages, concluding with our tree lighting at 5:30 PM.
LIVE REINDEER PHOTOS | 3–5:30 PM VISITS & PHOTOS WITH SANTA | 3–6 PM FACE PAINTING | 3–6 PM HOT COCOA & S’MORES (while supplies last) | 3–6 PM ENTERTAINMENT
Capital City Theater Carolers — Caroling throughout Hilldale from 3–5:15 PM, with a special stage performance at 5:15 PM
UW Badger Band — Mini parade down Price Place from 5–5:30 PM
Live music in The Plaza — Festive music throughout the evening
TREE LIGHTING | 5:30 PM ORNAMENT CRAFTS (while supplies last) ELF STORYTIME AT LOVESAC SPREAD HOLIDAY CHEER + ENTER TO WIN
Pre-register for the North Pole Party and donate to the Boys & Girls Club of Dane County for a chance to win a holiday prize pack from Hilldale. Please consider donating new, unwrapped toys suitable for ages infant to 18. This year, we’re focusing on ages 12–18. Ideal donations include:
Tech accessories
Games & puzzles
Arts & journaling
Books
Practical/Hygiene Kits
Guidelines: New and unopened; teen-friendly and unisex when possible; avoid items requiring accounts, Wi-Fi, or subscriptions.
Popular items include board games, stuffed animals, flannel pants, earbuds, headphones, makeup kits, and nail kits. Monetary donations also accepted via QR codes at each activity station.
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