The Black Santa Experience

Saturday November 30, 2024

1 pm - 7 pm

The Venue

5660 W. Saginaw Hwy

Lansing, Michigan 48917

Admission:

$5 per person

$15 per family

CHRISTMAS FOR US BY US!

The Black Santa Experience, the first immersive holiday experience created expressly for us, is back for its third year!

Last year, over 1200 people gathered to celebrate the true spirit of the season and we're hard at work to make it a day you won't soon forget.

Remember, Saturday, November 30 is AMEX Shop Small Saturday, so come and explore a marketplace filled with Black-owned businesses. It's the perfect opportunity to discover unique treasures and gifts that will make your holiday season truly special.

Join us in celebrating the rich tapestry of our community as we come together in unity, love, and laughter. There will be fun for the whole family - face painting, arts and crafts and of course, it wouldn't be The Black Santa Experience without the man of the hour! Santa Claus is back, and he's ready to hear your wishes and spread cheer.

This year's Black Santa Experience promises to be the highlight of your holiday season. We're bringing you more magic, more fun, and more heartwarming moments. The first 100 families will receive a beautiful gift. So throw on your ugly Christmas sweater and join us!

1:00 Doors open

ALL DAY Black Vendor Marketplace

ALL Day Letters to Santa

1:30 Silent Auction Begins

2:00 - 4:00 Face Painting

2:00 - 4:00 Cookie Decorating

4:00 - 5:00 TPAC Vocal Ensemble

4:00 - 7:00 Live Caricatures by Mila Lynn

See you there, Lansing! 🎅🏾

Here comes santa claus!

Create Unforgettable Memories at The Black Santa Experience

We are thrilled to welcome back, Santa George Smithers to The Black Santa Experience this year!! Santa George is a graduate of the Charles W. Howard Santa Claus School in Midland, Michigan. ( Yes, there is a Santa school, who knew?) This will be Santa's only stop in Michigan this year, so you don't want to miss out..

Interested in having a professional photo with Santa? There are two options available:

Option A is $15 and includes one 5x7 color photo. Payment is taken at the event.
Option B is $35 and includes six digital images - perfect for Christmas cards or gifts. There are a limited number of these sessions available and they must be scheduled and paid in advance.

Breakfast with SANTA George $35

We are so excited to offer the opportunity for kids to engage with Santa and Mrs. Claus this year at our first ever Breakfast with Santa. Enjoy a wonderful pancake breakfast buffet and story time with Santa George. The cost is $35 for the first child and $25 for each additional child. Parents are just $15 each. Each child will receive a 5x7 print with Santa and a special gift bag. Family admission to The Black Santa Experience is included as well. Spend the day with us!!

SOLD OUT !!

Saturday, November 30

9a-11a

One North Kitchen and Bar

5001 W. Saginaw Hwy.

Lansing, Michigan 48917

Reserve your spot today

We are limiting this experience to just 50 attendees, so confirm your spot today. We have reached capacity! SOLD OUT Please join us next year!

Christmas for us, by us!

TPAC Vocal Ensemble

Get ready for a show-stopping performance! 🎶 The Transcendence Performing Arts Center's Vocal Ensemble, under the dynamic direction of LaVonte Heard, will light up The Black Santa Experience with a BLAZING set of your favorite Christmas songs! 🎄✨

Transcendence Performing Arts Centers, Inc. opens doors to global performing arts possibilities, ensuring underrepresented youth in Greater Lansing have access to world-class instruction and opportunities. Their holistic program model prepares students for success in higher education and careers in the performing arts, while fostering community, promoting equity, and empowering positive identity. Don’t miss this unforgettable performance!

Black Entrepreneurship

At The Black Santa Experience, we believe in supporting Black entrepreneurs—the soul of our community. We're proud to highlight and celebrate incredible Black-owned businesses like Sip Happens, your shop for all things Black Santa. Together, we’re fostering a stronger, more vibrant community. Celebrate with us and support local Black excellence!

Mila Lynn

We’re excited to welcome artist Mila Lynn to The Black Santa Experience! 🎨 Mila will be creating live caricatures during the event and unveil her newest masterpiece, inspired by the magic and joy of our celebration! Bid on a special remarque in our Silent Auction or grab a limited-edition print of this stunning piece. This is your opportunity to own a piece of art that celebrates community, culture, and the holiday spirit!

Mila Lynn is a multi disciplinary artist known for her work that showcases diversity and celebration. She has presented work in London, Chicago, Detroit, and has showcased in Miami’s Art Basel. Using art to illustrate themes that uplift, inspire, and educate her viewers are the stepping stones of all her work. You can see public murals of hers at MSU’s East Lansing campus, on the corner of Eastern and Burton in Grand Rapids, VegHead in Downtown Lansing, Civilla inside Detroit’s Techtown and more.

would you like to showcase your black owned business?

Reserve your spot today! Deadline is November 23

By participating as a vendor in Lansing's 3rd Black Santa Experience, you'll have the opportunity to showcase your products and services to a diverse and engaged audience. This event is not only a platform for local Black-owned businesses to gain exposure, but its also a chance to align your brand with a meaningful cause that promotes inclusivity and positivity in the Lansing community.

To be a vendor, your business must be a minority owned business (51% racial or ethnic minority). We request that each vendor donate one item to our Silent Auction 100% of the proceeds of the raffle will go toward fulfilling as many of the letters to Santa submitted by children attendees as possible.

All vendor spots have been sold out! Please leave your information to be contacted for next year..

Vendor Cost $125 -

Each vendor will be provided with one 8 - foot table, 2 chairs and 1 tablecloth. SOLD OUT

A limited number of premium 10 foot vendor spaces are available for $175. - SOLD OUT

For additional information, please email karla@theblacksantaexperiencetm.com

The Black Santa Experience

The big day is almost here!

CHRISTMAS FOR US BY US!

Here comes santa claus!

Create Unforgettable Memories at The Black Santa Experience