120 spots left for Dec. 12 Santa event in Byron

The Adventure Safari Network is limiting spots for its annual holiday gathering in Byron.

The event, titled Santa for a Saturday, will take place on Dec. 12 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at a location identified as Santa’s Workshop. The organization will provide the specific address and assigned time slot to each family after they register.

Participation is free for all attendees. The program includes a hayride through the forest to view reindeer, s’mores cooked over an open fire, and small crafts for children. Families will also receive a digital photo of their individual or group portrait with Santa. The network will email these images to participants within a few days at no cost.

The role of Santa is filled by the chief executive officer of a hospital in Wisconsin. He attends the event with his wife, who plays Mrs. Claus. Their daughter occasionally joins the group as an elf. The CEO interacts with children by checking a naughty and nice list. He reads a brief story about each child to show he has been observing their year.

A news release from the network advised residents to register early because the event is popular. Scheduling ahead helps organizers manage hayride times and Santa visits. This process reduces wait times for families in potentially cold weather.

To secure a spot, families must email Gary@AdventureSafariNetwork.com. The message must include the names and ages of all attendees, a contact email address, and a phone number. The network also suggests including a specific fact about each child that only Santa would know. This detail helps Santa personalize his greeting. The organization confirms registrations within 24 hours. Families who miss out on a confirmed slot are placed on a waiting list in case of cancellations.