Breakfast with Santa
Event Details
Sat–Sun, Dec 5–6, 2026 | 9 AM–11 AM
Sat–Sun, Dec 12–13, 2026 | 9 AM–11 AM
Start the Holiday with a Historic Breakfast with Santa!
Join us in the freshly remodeled Clausing Barn—a beautifully rustic, octagonal structure built in 1897—for a festive morning of food, fun and heartwarming holiday magic with Santa. Enjoy a full breakfast buffet, a cozy meet-and-greet with the big man himself and a special take-home gift for every child—all in a picture-perfect historic setting.
After, make a fully day of it with access to Home for the Holidays, Old World Wisconsin’s signature winter celebration, featuring horse-drawn wagon rides, Victorian Santa’s workshop, visits from the winter trickster Krampus, crafting, ornament-making and more.
What You’ll Experience
- A full breakfast buffet with French toast, waffles, eggs, bacon, pastries, and more
- A cozy meet-and-greet with Santa, plus a special take-home gift for every child
- Photo ops in a picture-perfect historic setting
- A picturesque 1800s village with bonfires, festive greenery and hands-on ornament making
- Horse-drawn wagon rides complete with jingling bells
- Encounters with Victorian Santa, his giant goat and even Krampus!
- Unique shopping with exclusive gifts and keepsakes
- Full admission to Home for the Holidays
Cost
Adult (18-64): $52
Teen (13-17): $52
Senior (65+): $40
Child (5-12): $27
Child under 5: $5
Advance registration required.
Society members receive a 10% discount, please verify your membership where prompted to receive discount at check out.
About the Location
Old World Wisconsin includes 60 authentically restored historic homes, farms, stores and workshops. Each region features a distinct set of stories that invite you to experience the hopes and dreams of those who came before us. From the 1840s to the 1940s, you’ll find a true panorama of early Wisconsin history, covering more than 70 years and many cultures, including African American, Danish, Finnish, Hessian, Irish, Norwegian, Polish, Pomeranian and Yankee.
Old World Wisconsin first opened in 1976. Researchers traveled throughout Wisconsin in search of historic buildings crafted by the first generation of Wisconsin immigrants and migrants. From Lake Superior to the Illinois border, and from the Mississippi River to Lake Michigan, historians documented countless historic farmhouses, outbuildings and small-town structures. Once research was complete, the meticulous construction of Old World Wisconsin began. Piece by piece, workers carefully dismantled historic structures from around the state and reconstructed them in their new home.
W372 S9727 Hwy 67
Eagle, WI 53119
Know Before You Go
- Guests who purchase tickets to Breakfast with Santa also gain access to Old World Wisconsin’s Home for the Holidays winter event.
- Old World Wisconsin grounds remain open rain or shine. Programs are subject to change based on availability and weather conditions.
- Old World Wisconsin is located within the Kettle Moraine State Forest. The site features gravel roads, rough and hilly terrain. Our staff recommends dressing in layers and choosing sturdy footwear.
- Onsite vehicle parking is available for FREE at Old World Wisconsin. The parking lot can accommodate large vehicles, RVs, and buses.
- Admission is valid for a single date, and guests may exit and re-enter during their visit.
- Modern restrooms, changing rooms, and water fountains are available on site.
- No pets are allowed.
- Because of the historic nature of the buildings, not all areas are ADA accessible. Guests with additional mobility needs are encouraged to contact the site directly at 262-594-6301 or oww@wisconsinhistory.org.
Have Questions?
For more information, please contact the box office at 608-264-4848 or boxoffice@wisconsinhistory.org.
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