Fifth annual Santa in the Firehouse in Town of Pine River

The Pine River Volunteer Fire Department will host their fifth annual Santa in the Firehouse at the Pine River Fire Station, N1622 Range Line Rd., Merrill, in the Town of Pine River east of Merrill this Saturday, Dec. 14, 2024, from 1 to 4 p.m.
Bring the children down a little before 1 p.m. in time to see Santa arrive by special delivery from the airport in the fire engine. Then Santa will listen to all of the kids Christmas wishes and pose for pictures, so don’t forget your camera.
The event is free, and there will be cookies and treats, and a drawing for two lucky children to a brand new bicycle.
Before or after visiting with Santa, organizers encourage locals and visitors alike to make a visit to the Town of Pine River an annual tradition. “Make it a day in Pine River,” organizers say. “[There are] plenty of places to buy the perfect tree from our local farms.” At least three well-known area Christmas tree farms are located either on Center Rd. or Hwy. 64 in Pine River with options for pre-cut or cut-your-own Christmas trees; wreaths, kissing balls, and other evergreen decor available for purchase; and fun family festivities on site.