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A Jolly Tradition

Spreading holiday joy, one smile at a time

After a season in the shopping mall, Santa Arlyn and photographer Bruce were determined to make your visits with Santa more personable, enjoyable, and memorable. They wanted to avoid the long tedious lines, the impersonal photo-ops, and they wanted families to enjoy the holiday experience together.

In 2013, they found the Cummins-Phipps-Grill House in Eden Prairie, MN to be the perfect location for Santa to meet with visitors of all ages. With scheduled appointments, children don’t need to wait in long lines to see Santa. Families meet privately with Santa in his parlor, and everyone participates in a friendly conversation about their favorite Christmas traditions and wishes.

Of course, we still offer photo packages, but many find their personal visits with Santa to be magical and memorable. You can come early or stay as long as you wish after your visit. In addition to Santa’s parlor, we offer face painting, a room upstairs for coloring and drawing with vintage Christmas videos playing on the TV. We also sell photo frames, ornaments, and other gifts to help you treasure and display your memories with Santa.

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