On Saturday, November 29, 2025, Santa and Mrs. Claus will visit Petaluma, California. They will arrive by Lind Marine tugboat on the Petaluma River, instead of a traditional sleigh. Their arrival is expected around noon at the Turning Basin. After arriving, they will cross the Balshaw Bridge and go to the River Plaza Shopping Center at 72 E. Washington Street.
Festivities will start at 11:30 am. The Pacific Empire Chorus will provide live entertainment. Dancers from the Petaluma School of Ballet’s “Nutcracker” will greet Santa and Mrs. Claus. The couple will then go to a tent outside Taps Restaurant. There, they will be available for family photos and to listen to children’s Christmas wishes.
Santa and Mrs. Claus will stay in Petaluma until 1:30 pm. The event is free and open to the public. It is intended for families to begin the holiday season together…