For 2026, we confirmed 12 Christmas events for kids in Campinas. The season opens on November 7 with Natal da Cidade (City Christmas) at Campinas Shopping: Papai Noel's Arrival and runs until December 24 with Papai Noel's Village at Natal Caminhos dos Sonhos (Christmas Paths of Dreams). Every event here is free. Every listing links straight to the host. This page is part of our guide to Christmas events for kids in Brazil.
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- Kids’ Christmas events confirmed for 2026 in Campinas, Hortolândia and Indaiatuba: 12
- First: Natal da Cidade (City Christmas) at Campinas Shopping: Papai Noel's Arrival, Campinas, November 7
- Free events: Natal da Cidade (City Christmas) at Campinas Shopping: Papai Noel's Arrival, Arrival of Papai Noel (Santa Claus) and Circo do Noel at Polo Shopping Indaiatuba, Arrival of Papai Noel (Santa Claus) and Jardim Encantado at Iguatemi Campinas, Arrival of Papai Noel (Santa Claus) at Parque das Bandeiras Shopping, Arrival of Papai Noel (Santa Claus) at Shopping Hortolândia, Coca-Cola Christmas Caravan: Campinas and more
Below is every event we could confirm, grouped by town, with the date, time, cost and the small things parents ask about (registration, ages, what is included).
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- Kids’ Christmas events
- 12 confirmed for 2026
- Towns
- Campinas, Hortolândia and Indaiatuba
- Season
- November 7 to December 24
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Natal da Cidade (City Christmas) at Campinas Shopping: Papai Noel's Arrival
- When: Sat, Nov 7, 3 pm to 8 pm; workshops on Nov 21 and Dec 19
- Where: Campinas Shopping, Rua Jacy Teixeira Camargo, 940, Jardim do Lago, 13050-900 Campinas (opens in maps)
- Cost: Free
- Ages: All ages
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On Saturday, Nov 7, Campinas Shopping celebrates Natal da Cidade. The afternoon starts at 3 pm with cotton candy, balloons and Santa hats, followed by a musical show at 3:40 pm. Papai Noel arrives at 4:20 pm and leads a parade through the corridors with a little band, and at 5:30 pm he sits on the throne for photos. There is also a workshop for personalizing Christmas ornaments.
The decoration features symbols of Campinas, such as the Lagoa do Taquaral and the Caravela, plus a pet throne. After the opening there is a kids' workshop on Nov 21, choirs from Dec 7 to 11, an orchestra on Dec 12 and a Grinch workshop on Dec 19.
Parent tip: The mall closes at 6 pm on Christmas Eve and is closed on Dec 25.
- Host
- Campinas Shopping (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- Campinas Shopping, Rua Jacy Teixeira Camargo, 940, Jardim do Lago, 13050-900 Campinas (opens in maps)
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Arrival of Papai Noel (Santa Claus) and Jardim Encantado at Iguatemi Campinas
- When: Arrival Sun, Nov 8, 10 am (performances 11 am); throne through Dec 24
- Where: Iguatemi Campinas (P2 Deck Parking), Av. Iguatemi, 777, Vila Brandina, 13092-902 Campinas (opens in maps)
- Cost: Free
- Ages: All ages
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Iguatemi Campinas opens Christmas on Sunday, Nov 8, with Papai Noel's arrival at the covered P2 Deck Parking. The opening is at 10 am and performances start at 11 am, with a big Christmas parade, characters, musicians and the Coral Moments choir. There is a dedicated area for people with disabilities, noise-reducing earmuffs and a Libras (Brazilian Sign Language) interpreter.
The Jardim Encantado do Papai Noel decoration stays open through Jan 3. Papai Noel's throne is open from Nov 8 to Dec 24, and letter-writing workshops for kids run from 12 pm to 8 pm. Christmas choirs sing in the corridors from Nov 24 to Dec 18.
Parent tip: Noise-reducing earmuffs are available for kids who are sensitive to noise. Check photo prices at the mall.
- Host
- Iguatemi Campinas (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- Iguatemi Campinas (P2 Deck Parking), Av. Iguatemi, 777, Vila Brandina, 13092-902 Campinas (opens in maps)
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Arrival of Papai Noel (Santa Claus) at Parque das Bandeiras Shopping
- When: Sat, Nov 14 (time to be confirmed)
- Where: Parque das Bandeiras Shopping, Av. John Boyd Dunlop, 3900, Jardim Ipaussurama, 13060-904 Campinas (opens in maps)
- Cost: Free
- Ages: All ages
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Parque das Bandeiras Shopping, in Jardim Ipaussurama, in Campinas, confirmed that it will welcome Papai Noel on Saturday, Nov 14, 2026. Entry is free.
The mall has not yet announced the time or details of the attractions, according to a G1 Campinas report from Nov 6. It is worth following the mall's channels for the program, the throne hours and the photo rules.
Parent tip: Confirm the time on the mall's official channels before you leave home.
- Host
- Parque das Bandeiras Shopping (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- Parque das Bandeiras Shopping, Av. John Boyd Dunlop, 3900, Jardim Ipaussurama, 13060-904 Campinas (opens in maps)
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Coca-Cola Christmas Caravan: Campinas
- When: Fri, Nov 20, departs at 5:30 pm
- Where: Departs from Paulistão Atacadista; route through downtown to Pedreira do Chapadão, Av. Ruy Rodriguez, 4580, Cidade Satélite Íris, Campinas (opens in maps)
- Cost: Free
- Ages: All ages
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The Coca-Cola Femsa Brasil Christmas Caravan passes through Campinas on Friday, Nov 20, the Black Awareness Day holiday. It departs from Paulistão Atacadista, on Avenida Ruy Rodriguez, from 5:30 pm. The route includes Praça Carlos Gomes, Largo das Andorinhas and Torre do Castelo, and ends near Pedreira do Chapadão.
There are five moving scenes, such as A Fábrica da Magia (The Magic Factory) and Os Ursos Patinadores (The Skating Bears), with lighting and audiovisual effects. Entry is free. In the region, the caravan also passes through Sumaré and Americana (Nov 18) and Indaiatuba (Nov 20).
Parent tip: Routes may change; confirm on the caravan's official website.
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Arrival of Papai Noel (Santa Claus) and Vila Natalina at Unimart Shopping
- When: Sat, Nov 21, 2 pm; Vila Natalina Wed to Sun, 12 pm to 10 pm
- Where: Unimart Shopping Campinas, Av. Império do Sol Nascente, 350, Chácara da República (opens in maps)
- Cost: Free
- Ages: All ages
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Unimart Shopping Campinas welcomes Papai Noel on Saturday, Nov 21, at 2 pm, with a Christmas Parade through the mall's corridors. The program includes a roaming marching band and Christmas characters.
After the arrival, Papai Noel stays in the Vila Natalina, where he receives families for photos and visits from Wednesday to Sunday, 12 pm to 10 pm. Entry to the arrival is free. Photo prices were not given in the sources consulted.
Parent tip: The Vila Natalina is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays.
- Host
- Unimart Shopping Campinas (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- Unimart Shopping Campinas, Av. Império do Sol Nascente, 350, Chácara da República (opens in maps)
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Kids' Christmas Workshops at Campinas Shopping
- When: Sat, Nov 21 and Sat, Dec 19 (times to be announced)
- Where: Campinas Shopping, Rua Jacy Teixeira Camargo, 940, Jardim do Lago, 13050-900 Campinas (opens in maps)
- Cost: Free
- Ages: All ages
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Campinas Shopping has free kids' workshops planned during the Christmas season. The first is the kids' Christmas workshop, on Saturday, Nov 21. The second is the kids' Grinch workshop, about the enemy of Papai Noel (Santa Claus), on Saturday, Dec 19.
The times and details of each workshop were not announced in the sources consulted. Entry to the mall is free, and the full Christmas program is on the mall's website.
Parent tip: Check with the mall about times and spots before you go. Expect it to be in Portuguese.
- Host
- Campinas Shopping (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- Campinas Shopping, Rua Jacy Teixeira Camargo, 940, Jardim do Lago, 13050-900 Campinas (opens in maps)
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Christmas Decorations and Lights in Downtown Campinas
- When: Nov 27 to Dec 24
- Where: Rua 13 de Maio, Cathedral, Praça Carlos Gomes, City Hall (Prefeitura) and Largo do Rosário, Rua 13 de Maio, Centro, Campinas (opens in maps)
- Cost: Free
- Ages: All ages
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From Nov 27 to Dec 24, downtown Campinas gets special Natal Caminhos dos Sonhos decorations and lights, with the theme Estações Encantadas, inspired by winter, spring, summer and fall. The spots are Rua 13 de Maio, the Metropolitan Cathedral, Praça Carlos Gomes, the Municipal City Hall (Prefeitura) and Largo do Rosário.
The walk is free and works well as a family outing at dusk. In 2025 the event drew about 175,000 people, according to the city.
Parent tip: Pair it with the Papai Noel (Santa Claus) Village at Largo do Rosário, starting Dec 4.
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Arrival of Papai Noel (Santa Claus) at Galleria Shopping
- When: Sun, Nov 29, from 3 pm (performances at 4 pm)
- Where: Galleria Shopping (outdoor parking lot on the 2nd floor), Av. Bailarina Selma Parada, s/n, Jardim Nilópolis, 13092-123 Campinas (opens in maps)
- Cost: Free
- Ages: All ages
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Galleria Shopping welcomes Papai Noel on Sunday, Nov 29. The event starts at 3 pm in the outdoor parking lot on the second floor, and performances are planned for 4 pm. The program has activities for the whole family and entry is free.
The mall is on Avenida Bailarina Selma Parada, in Jardim Nilópolis. Throne hours, photo rules and other details of the season were not given in the sources consulted.
Parent tip: Since it is outdoors, bring sunscreen and water.
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Papai Noel's Village at Natal Caminhos dos Sonhos (Christmas Paths of Dreams)
- When: Dec 4 to 24 (opening on Dec 4)
- Where: Largo do Rosário, Largo do Rosário, s/n, Centro, 13010-050 Campinas (opens in maps)
- Cost: Free
- Ages: All ages
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Natal Caminhos dos Sonhos 2026, with the theme Estações Encantadas (Enchanted Seasons), runs from Nov 27 to Dec 24 with free attractions. The Vila do Papai Noel (Papai Noel is Santa Claus), a structure of about 550 square meters at Largo do Rosário, opens on Dec 4 with Papai Noel's arrival and stays open for the whole festive period.
The organizers plan 16 Christmas performances at various points in the city, with dates and times to be announced. The updated program is on the event's official website.
Parent tip: The Village's opening hours have not been announced yet; check the official website.
- Host
- Prefeitura de Campinas and Acic (Natal Caminhos dos Sonhos) (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- Largo do Rosário, Largo do Rosário, s/n, Centro, 13010-050 Campinas (opens in maps)
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Christmas Parade on Avenida Francisco Glicério
- When: Sat, Dec 19 (time to be announced)
- Where: Avenida Francisco Glicério, Av. Francisco Glicério, Centro, Campinas (opens in maps)
- Cost: Free
- Ages: All ages
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On Saturday, Dec 19, the Campinas Christmas Parade marches down Avenida Francisco Glicério, downtown, with floats, performers, dance schools and cultural groups. Entry is free and it is part of Natal Caminhos dos Sonhos 2026.
The start time has not been announced so far. The updated program is on the event's official website.
Parent tip: Confirm the time on the official website and arrive early to find a good spot on the sidewalk.
- Host
- Prefeitura de Campinas and Acic (Natal Caminhos dos Sonhos) (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- Avenida Francisco Glicério, Av. Francisco Glicério, Centro, Campinas (opens in maps)
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Arrival of Papai Noel (Santa Claus) at Shopping Hortolândia
- When: Mon, Nov 16, from 2 pm (Papai Noel at 5 pm)
- Where: Shopping Hortolândia (main entrance), Rua José Camilo de Camargo, 5, Remanso Campineiro (opens in maps)
- Cost: Free
- Ages: All ages
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Shopping Hortolândia welcomes Papai Noel on Monday, Nov 16. The program starts at 2 pm at the main entrance, next to Sicoob, with a trampoline, inflatable toys, face painting and free popcorn, cotton candy and balloons.
There are Christmas characters and little train rides through the central part of the city. Papai Noel's arrival is set for 5 pm. Everything is free.
Parent tip: The little train is a ride through downtown and not the focus of the event.
- Host
- Shopping Hortolândia (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- Shopping Hortolândia (main entrance), Rua José Camilo de Camargo, 5, Remanso Campineiro (opens in maps)
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Arrival of Papai Noel (Santa Claus) and Circo do Noel at Polo Shopping Indaiatuba
- When: Arrival Sun, Nov 8, 2 pm; Papai Noel through Dec 24
- Where: Polo Shopping Indaiatuba, Alameda Filtros Mann, 670, Jardim Tropical, 13347-400 Indaiatuba (opens in maps)
- Cost: Free entry; paid photos, check prices on site; Calhambeque ride R$10 (free on Mondays)
- Ages: All ages
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On Sunday, Nov 8, Papai Noel arrives at Polo Shopping Indaiatuba at 2 pm, in the parking lot, and parades through the corridors to the throne in the Praça Central, with photos with the characters. At 4:30 pm comes the circus show Circo Show: A Magia do Natal, with a magician, a clown, a juggler and an acrobat.
The Circo do Noel decoration, with a 10 meter tree, a circus car and a giant top hat for photos, is free through Dec 29. The Calhambeque (vintage car) ride costs R$10 from Tuesday to Sunday and is free on Mondays. Papai Noel sees visitors through Dec 24.
Parent tip: There are no Papai Noel visits on Nov 9, 16 and 23. Expect the show to be in Portuguese.
- Host
- Polo Shopping Indaiatuba (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- Polo Shopping Indaiatuba, Alameda Filtros Mann, 670, Jardim Tropical, 13347-400 Indaiatuba (opens in maps)
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What are the 2026 Christmas events for kids in Campinas?
For 2026, we confirmed 12 Christmas events for kids in Campinas, each on its host’s own page: Natal da Cidade (City Christmas) at Campinas Shopping: Papai Noel's Arrival, Arrival of Papai Noel (Santa Claus) and Jardim Encantado at Iguatemi Campinas, Coca-Cola Christmas Caravan: Campinas and 9 more. Each one is listed above with times, cost and a link to the host.
Are there free Christmas events for kids in Campinas?
Yes, every event here is free: Natal da Cidade (City Christmas) at Campinas Shopping: Papai Noel's Arrival, Arrival of Papai Noel (Santa Claus) and Jardim Encantado at Iguatemi Campinas, Coca-Cola Christmas Caravan: Campinas and 9 more.
Where can kids see Santa this year in Campinas?
Where to see Santa: Natal da Cidade (City Christmas) at Campinas Shopping: Papai Noel's Arrival, Arrival of Papai Noel (Santa Claus) and Jardim Encantado at Iguatemi Campinas, Arrival of Papai Noel (Santa Claus) and Circo do Noel at Polo Shopping Indaiatuba and 3 more. Check the listings above for times and booking.
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We list an event only after we find this season’s date on the host’s own website or an official city, library or tourism calendar. We last checked every listing on November 9, 2026. Hosts change details, so always confirm on the host’s page before you go.
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