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Christmas Holidays

Cookies with Santa at Longacre House

December 08, 2025 - December 08, 2025 @ 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm

Photo credit: City of Farmington Hills

Location

Longacre House

24705 Farmington Road

Farmington Hills, MI 48336

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Description

Families can enjoy milk, cookies and time with Santa at this festive holiday program. Kids will decorate cookies and take photos to turn into holiday cards. Registration is required for each adult and child, except children under one.

Event cost: $15–$20 per person

Event times: 4 to 5:30 p.m. Dec. 8

Additional Information

Website: https://mifarmingtonhillsweb.myvscloud.com/webtrac/web/iteminfo.html?Module=AR&FMID=252170652

Age recommendation: Babies, Early Elementary (K-3), Late Elementary (4-5), Preschool, Toddlers

Neighborhood: Oakland County

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