Letters to Santa
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Letters to Santa

Children can send their holiday wishes directly to Santa Claus through a special mailbox located at the Community Recreation Center. Those who include a stamped, self-addressed envelope with their letter are guaranteed to receive a reply from Santa before Christmas Day, making this a magical way to connect with the North Pole.

What to Expect

Letters to Santa with guaranteed reply

Know Before You Go

  • Tickets: FREE
  • Accessibility: The website mentions an 'Accessibility Toolbar' with various features like keyboard navigation, contrast adjustment, and text resizing.
  • Pets: No pets allowed

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Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

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Best For

Children

Vibe

Whimsical

Energy Level

Low

Budget

FREE

Photo Friendly

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Weather Sensitivity

None

Special Events & Promotions

  • Santa's mailbox available for letters
  • Guaranteed reply from Santa before Christmas for mailed letters

Tags

Santa visitsfamily friendlycommunity celebrationholiday traditionfree event

Location

Community Recreation Center
100 Community Boulevard
Wheeling, IL
60090

Event Details

Duration

Event runs for 15 days

Ages

Children

Timed Entry

No

Organizer

Wheeling Park District

Quick Actions

Tips & Advice

  • To ensure Santa's reply reaches you, be sure to include a clearly written, stamped, and self-addressed envelope with your child's letter.
  • Consider writing the letter together with your child to make it a special bonding activity before dropping it off.
  • Visit the Community Recreation Center during operating hours to drop off the letter, and check their website for any specific hours of operation for the mailbox.
  • Encourage your child to be specific in their letter to Santa, as this can make the reply even more personal and exciting.
  • This event is a wonderful, low-cost way to build excitement for the holidays and foster a sense of wonder in children.

Frequently Asked Questions

When can I drop off letters to Santa?

Letters can be dropped off at Santa's mailbox from November 29th to December 13th.

Where is Santa's mailbox located?

Santa's mailbox is situated at the entrance of the Community Recreation Center.

Will Santa reply to every letter?

Yes, Santa will send a reply before Christmas Day to every letter that includes a stamped, self-addressed envelope.

Can I mail my letter directly to Santa?

Yes, you can mail your letter to: Santa Claus, c/o Wheeling Park District, 100 Community Blvd., Wheeling IL, 60090.

Is there a cost to participate?

No, this event is completely free of charge.

Always check the official website for the most current information.

We've done our best to keep details up-to-date, but event schedules, prices, and policies can change. For the latest updates, please visit the official website or contact the organizers directly.

Contributors & Updates

Last Updated: Oct 30, 2025
Original Submitter: Sep 17, 2025 The Christmas Events Near Me editorial team

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