He might be as cuddly as a cactus and as charming as an eel, but Mr. Grinch is beginning to rival Santa for the number of events and appearances in the Indianapolis area this year. So whether or not you’d touch him with “a thirty-nine and a half-inch pole,” the famed Dr. Seuss character is offering many opportunities for a meet – who knows, you might be able to get him to crack a smile!
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Here are 4 spots to have breakfast with the Grinch in Indianapolis this holiday season:
1. Breakfast with the Grinch at Silver Centre Hall
Breakfast with the Grinch is back for its 10th year with even more Grinch surprises than ever before. Parents can enjoy our “Christmas lights Mom-mosa’s” and coffee (cash bar) while the kids enjoy the Grinch movie, and holiday crafts to create and take home as well as meet the Grinch and take a picture with him.
Location: Silver Centre Hall, 10202 E. Washington St. Suite 300 Indianapolis
2022 Dates: Dec. 3-4 | 9 am
Cost: $22-$30. Reservations.
2. Breakfast with the Green Monster of Christmas in Brownsburg
He’s a mean one, but you can help his heart grow big with the spirit of Christmas! This program includes a full breakfast, a take-home craft, family photos, character meet and greet and ice skating afterwards. Tickets $20/person. The event begins at 10 am.
Location: Well Community Center 554 Pit Road Brownsburg, IN 46112
2022 Date: Dec. 10
Cost: $30/person
Reservations: Registrations ends on Dec. 5. CLICK HERE.
3. Meet & Greet with the Grinch at Books & Brew*
Come out and meet the Grinch at Books & Brew south. This event is FREE to meet and take photos with the Grinch, but seating is reserved for guests who are also dining. The Grinch will be available to meet from 1-4 pm on Dec. 4.
Location: Books & Brews – South Indy, 3808 Shelby St, Suite 1
2021 Date: Dec. 4 | 1-4 pm
We will continue updating this post as more Breakfast with the Grinch events are announced. Until then, be sure to bookmark the Indy’s Child Holiday Fun section for all the scoop you’ll need on holiday events and happenings around Indianapolis this season!
4. Feast with the Grinch at Maker Playground in Fishers*
Don’t miss these holiday sessions where families will enjoy a meal of Grinch-inspired goodies, a visit from the Grinch, and some Whoville-themed activities inside the Fishers Parks HQ and Maker Playground. Snap a photo with the Grinch himself at our photo booth for a delightful keepsake! Registration ends December 11.
Location: Maker Playground, Fishers
2021 Dates: Dec. 18-21
Reservations: Make sure to register by Dec. 11. Click Here.
*2021 times and dates, we will continue to update for 2022 as more info becomes available.