Santa's Blogs

They say tomorrow is National Splurge Day, and while it might be tempting to go all-in on that extra treat, we have a different kind of "splurge" in mind! 🍩✨ At Santa Claus Is Coming to Grundy County, we believe the best experiences are shared with the community. We are currently pouring all of our time and energy into making the second annual Touch the Truck event on July 11th, 2026, absolutely unforgettable. Whether you are watching your daily habits or just counting down

HOLLY & TINSEL’S OFFICIAL 30-DAY COUNTDOWN BULLETIN ✨🎄 📢 ATTENTION EVERYBODY: Today marks exactly 30 DAYS until the Second Annual Touch a Truck event explodes into Coal City! This is our ultimate, all-inclusive master information guide! We know it is a long post, but it lays out absolutely every major attraction, location map, food vendor, and schedule detail happening on July 11th. Please read this in its entirety so you don't miss a single second of the action! Once you'v

Ho, ho, ho! Santa is trading the sleigh for something with a few more horsepower this summer! I am so excited to be coming back to Grundy County for our 2nd Annual Touch-a-Truck event at Coal City Lions Park, located at 460 S. Illinois St., Coal City, IL 60416, on July 11th from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM! We are bringing the community together—kids and our local heroes—for a day of fun, discovery, and connection. Check out the massive fleet and activities we are assembling to show

Bonjour from the North Pole kitchen! 🧑‍🍳✨ Today is Friday, May 29th, which means we are officially on Day 17 of our 60-day countdown to the 2nd Annual Touch the Truck Event on July 11th! Since today is officially National Coq Au Vin Day, Holly decided to treat the whole crew to a classic French culinary masterpiece! 🍲 With Santa giving some expert chef tips, Holly is whipping up a massive pot of chicken Coq au Vin. As you can see, Butch, Paulie, and Tinsel are keeping a ve

We are officially on Day 15 of our 60-day countdown to Touch the Truck (TTT) on July 11th! To celebrate today, we’re stepping into the cozy log cabin and throwing it back for Old Time Player Piano Day! 🎼 Just like a classic player piano, our countdown is locked in, hitting all the right notes, and moving forward perfectly on its own momentum. Mrs. Claus has a massive, towering tray of her famous chocolate chip cookies ready, Santa is working the foot pedals, and the holiday

Day 45 of the 60 day countdown to Touch the Truck. I just got done crushing one of Neil's Famous Pot Roast Sandwich with Tony Soprano, Paulie Walnuts, and Silvio Dante at Fontano's Subs on Polk Street, and what a surprise! They had the boys brought in trays of cannolis, and zeppole. What a way to end an afternoon on National Blueberry Cheesecake Day , then with some great Italian desserts! Even Santa made an early pit stop because nobody turns down a sitdown and a feast like

Santa is trading his sleigh for a sommelier’s glass today to celebrate National Wine Lovers Day! He’s relaxing by the fire with a perfectly aged Pinot Noir, and honestly, we think he has the right idea. 🍇✨ While Saint Nick takes a little break, we want to wish everyone an early safe and happy Memorial Day weekend ahead! We are also already looking forward to getting out and seeing everyone this summer at the Touch the Truck event! Mark your calendars: 🗓️ When: Saturday, Jul

I’ve traded the reindeer for a dugout and the sleigh for a 34-ounce Louisville Slugger today! 🦌➡️🏟️ People always ask how I manage to get around the world in one night—it’s the same way the Great Bambino cleared the bases: with a whole lot of heart and a swing that absolutely never quits! ❤️‍🔥⚾️💨 I’m stepping up to the plate to honor the Sultan of Swat himself. 🧢🔥 Whether you’re pointing to the center-field bleachers or just trying to get through your Monday, remember t

🎅 Dispatch from the North Pole 🤶 "Listen, I love a chocolate chip cookie as much as the next guy—nothing beats a gooey center and a crispy edge—but Mrs. Claus just pulled a Cherry Cheesecake out of the fridge, and suddenly my red suit feels a little... snugger! 🍒🍰 Since it’s National Cherry Cheesecake Day, I’m officially putting the chocolate chips on hold (just for an hour or two). It’s the perfect treat: creamy, dreamy, and topped with that festive cherry red. It’s basi

The Big Man in Red is currently buried in a blizzard of paperwork! Running a global operation out of the North Pole is magical, but the IRS still wants their share of the gingerbread. ❄️📑 I’m checking my lists twice—not for who’s naughty or nice, but for every single deduction I can find! ✍️✨ 📝 THE NORTH POLE AUDIT CHECKLIST: Special Education Services: This is the most important one! Our specialized toy adaptations and custom sensory-friendly designs require expert Elf

While most of my time is spent in the snowy North Pole with the reindeer, I always make sure to keep an eye on our friends in the deep blue. ❄️🌊 Dolphins are a lot like my elves—they are incredibly smart, work together as a team, and always seem to have a cheerful spirit! ✨ Whether they’re leaping through the waves or communicating with their pods, these magnificent creatures remind us of the beauty and wonder that exists in every corner of our world. 🏝️💙 Today is a perfec

🎉🗽🦅We are getting so excited for the 2nd Annual Santa’s Touch-A-Truck event! Not only will we have incredible big rigs, Trucks, tractors, and a special visit from our U.S. Marines from Joliet, IL, but we also have some absolutely delicious food vendors locked in to keep you fueled all day long. 🥤🥗🍔🍗🍟🥓 Check out who is rolling up: 🔥 BBQ & Baker – Bringing the heat with mouthwatering barbecue. 🍕 Rosati's of Coal City – Serving up everyone's favorite classic,

📢 CALLING ALL STUDENT VOLUNTEERS! 📢 Need Community Service Hours ? 🎓 Want to be the MVP of the biggest event this summer? ☀️ Join us for Touch-the-Truck 2026 and help us keeping everyone safe at our Bounce City and Marine Warrior Challenge courses 🏟️✨ 🤝 🙋‍♂️ 🙋‍♀️We are bringing in a massive lineup of attractions sponsored by Grundy County & Alpha Prime Communications. We need a crew of responsible high school students for Santa’s Bounce City & Marine Challenge to l

🏎️ THE EXPRESS LANES TO TOUCH THE TRUCK OPEN TODAY! 90 DAYS OUT! 🏁 Ho Ho Ho, Grundy County! 🎅 Skip the traffic and get in the fast lane—we are officially 90 days away from the 2nd Annual Touch The Truck (TTT) ! The countdown to July 11th has officially started, and we’re opening up the Express Lanes for the biggest family event of the summer! 🚜✨ 🦅 Come help us celebrate America’s 250th Birthday Week ! We are capping off the historic July 4th festivities with a massive

Who says the Big Man only works in December? 🎅❄️ This year, Santa took a detour from the North Pole to catch up with his favorite floppy-eared friend for a round of Easter golf! 🏌️‍♂️⛳️ It turns out Santa’s "Ho-Ho-Hole-in-One" skills are just as sharp as his sleigh-driving! 🛷🎯 While the Easter Bunny 🐰 keeps things colorful with those egg-shaped golf balls 🥚🎨, Santa is making sure every swing is as jolly as can be! 🎄🏌️‍♂️💨🍺🛒 Whether you’re hunting for eggs 🧺🍭

🎅🌱Ho ho ho! Santa’s here with a little green‑powered wisdom from the North Pole. You might think all I eat is cookies, cocoa, and the occasional candy cane… but even I need my veggies to keep the Christmas magic running strong. And today, Mrs. Claus has me celebrating the mightiest leaf of them all — spinach! 🌱✨ Up here at the workshop, the elves toss it into smoothies, salads, soups… you name it. They say it keeps them quick on their feet and sharp with their toy‑making.

Today is March 25, which means…The elves marked the calendar with extra glitter, the reindeer did a little happy‑hoof dance, and Santa started humming carols before breakfast. Mrs. Claus says it’s too early — Santa says it’s perfectly on time. And while the Christmas countdown keeps jingling along… 🚒🎅 Touch‑The‑Truck is getting closer every single day! Spring is here, summer is on the way, and Santa’s getting ready to trade snowflakes for sunshine as he gears up for one of

Santa, Holly, and Tinsel are taking a quick break from the North Pole workshop today to celebrate St. Joseph’s Day — and you know Santa has already claimed the first zeppole “for research purposes.” 🎅🍰 Holly decorated the workshop in red, white, and green, Tinsel is practicing his best Buona festa di San Giuseppe , and the reindeer are convinced this holiday is just an excuse for more snacks. Honestly… they might be right. 🦌😄 Wishing everyone a day filled with family, ki

The North Pole is glowing green today! The elves are dancing Irish jigs, Santa’s beard has a suspicious hint of green glitter, and Holly swears she saw a leprechaun trying to trade gold for cookies. Tinsel is still negotiating the exchange rate. 😉🍪🍀 🍀 St. Patrick’s Day Magic Wishing everyone a day filled with luck, laughter, and a little extra sparkle. Whether you’re celebrating with family, enjoying a shamrock shake, or just wearing your brightest green, Santa hopes your

Happy Friday the 13th, everyone! Around here, we don’t worry about bad luck — Santa says today is just a bonus day to smile a little bigger and be a little kinder. 🎅❤️ If you spot a black cat🐈‍⬛, a lucky penny🐈‍⬛, or anything that feels a bit mysterious 🧟‍♂️, take it as a good sign. Days like this remind us to slow down, laugh, and enjoy the fun in the unexpected. 😆 Wishing you a day full of good vibes, warm moments😊, and maybe even a little magic.🪄 Stay safe, stay coz