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Meet Santa + get Holiday Cash at Village District

November 5, 2025 • 
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A collage featuring a band playing outdoors in front of holiday decorations, Santa sitting in a velvet chair in front of a Village District sign, Children writing letters to Santa around a table, and a dog sitting in the middle of a large light up Christmas bulb.

All Holiday Open House festivities at Village District are free + open to the public.

Photos provided by Village District

Need help checking everyone off your list this holiday season? Shop at Village District’s Holiday Open House on Thursday, Nov. 20, 5-8 p.m. to make family memories + earn Holiday Cash.

The Holiday Open House’s free festivities for all ages include:

  • Visits with Santa + professional photos
  • A hot cocoa bar
  • Live music
  • Roaming carolers

Pro tip: Spend $150+ during the Holiday Open House, and score a $20 Village District gift card. Here’s how to redeem your Holiday Cash.

Holiday magic this way

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