Still looking to visit with St. Nick this holiday season? Here are some of the best places you can see Santa Claus around DFW!
Adventure to Santa~ Visit the Ultimate Santa Experience! The Parks at Arlington and Dream Works Animation take guests on a never-before-seen, magical experience with Adventure to Santa. Join Shrek and his friends as they take you on an interactive journey to find Santa at the North Pole. This 15-minute adventure is a must-do for the entire family and does not require waiting in line!
11/06/2015 to 12/24/2015 starting @ 10:00:00AM (12pm on Sundays)
Cost: Free to sit with Santa; photo packages available
The Parks at Arlington – Center Court Lower Level
3811 South Cooper Street Arlington, Texas 76015
Meet Santa @ Sundance Square~ Bring the family and spend a wonderful and festive evening in Sundance Square. Grab a photo with Old Saint Nick, himself. Take in the holiday’s under festive lights and see the 58′ foot tall, LIVE, blue spruce Christmas tree in all its glory.
11/22/2015 to 12/23/2015
Cost: Free to sit with Santa; photo packages available
Sundance Square
Main Street – between 3rd & 4th, Ft Worth, TX
Santa @ The Shops at Legacy~ Located this year in the “SHOP AROUND THE CORNER” from Del Frisco’s Grille and we will feature Santa’s Sweet Shop and a “letter to Santa” writing nook and North Pole mailbox! Dates: Every Sat & Sun ONLY. Times: Sat @ 9am – 12pm and 4pm – 7pm; Sun @ 3pm – 6pm.
12/05/2015 to 12/19/2015
Cost: Photo packages starting at $25
Shops at Legacy
5741 Legacy Dr Plano, TX 75024
Shops of Highland Village~ Santa Claus has come to town and visiting with children young and old in his new home away from home located within our amazing 60′ Christmas Tree located in the NEW Central Park. Make plans to visit with Santa and share holiday wishes the evening of November 21st through December 24th.
Santa Hours of Operation
Monday – Friday 11am – 8pm
Saturday – 10am – 8pm
Sundays – Noon – 6pm
Santa will take a milk and cookies break Monday – Saturday between 3pm and 4pm. Santa hours may vary during special events.
Santa’s crew will be available to take photos to capture the special moment with photo packages starting at $22.
Santa at NorthPark Center~ Little boys and girls are invited to share holiday wish lists with NorthPark Center’s real Santa Claus. Children feel right at home in Santa Claus’ cozy living room with fireplace, holiday tree and a comfy leather armchair.
11/13/2015 to 12/21/2015
Cost: Photo packages starting at $25
NorthPark Center (Von Maur Court)
8687 N. Central Expressway Dallas, Texas 75225
Santa @ The GeoDeck (Reunion Tower)~ This winter, sprinkle the city with holiday cheer atop Reunion Tower’s GeO-Deck. Santa and his elves are making weekly stops 470 feet in the air! Enjoy balloon art and more while taking in 360-degree views of the beautiful Dallas skyline. Santa will also be joined by the Dallas Zoo’s most unique residents. The Animal Adventures team will be bringing a mixture of mammals, birds and reptiles for an up-close experience.
December 12th, 19th, 20th, and 21st from 11 AM – 3 PM
Cost: Photos with Santa are available for purchase + charges to go up to the GeoDeck ($8-$16)
Reunion Tower
601 Sports Street Dallas, TX 75207
Santa @ Collin Creek Mall~ The elves have been hard at work at the shopping center, creating a Snowy Wonderland to remind Santa of his home at the North Pole. Santa will be receiving guests in his Snowy Wonderland every day until Christmas Eve. Little friends (and big ones, too) are invited to stop by and whisper their wish list in Santa’s ear. And, the elves can take a commemorative photo. For Santa’s schedule – he does take breaks to feed his reindeer.
11/21/2015 to 12/24/2015
Cost: Free to sit with Santa; photo packages available
Collin Creek Mall – Lower Level in front of JCPenney
811 North Central Expressway, Plano
Santa Claus at Willowbend Mall~ Bring the family to enjoy one of the most beloved traditions of the season-a visit with Santa. We’ll capture the moment with high-quality digital photos that will last for generations to come. Photo keepsakes, frames and accessories are available to make your picture with Santa even more perfect. Visit Santa in the Ice Palace from November 6 – December 24 during All Mall Hours.
11/06/2015 to 12/24/2015
Cost: Package prices available
The Shops at Willowbend
6121 Park Boulevard, Plano TX
Santa Photos at Firewheel~ Make a date with Santa & come get your photo taken with him.
11/21/2015 to 12/24/2015
Cost: Photo packages available
Firewheel Town Center
245 Cedar Sage Dr., Garland, TX 75040
Santa Photos at Town East Mall~ Bring your little ones to share their holiday wish list, and get your annual Santa photos. Don’t want to wait in line? Reserve your time with Santa and save 30% or more* on your photo package! Photo pre-purchase is required to book your time, however all guests can enjoy savings by pre-purchasing a photo package online without making a reservation. Photo purchase and reservations are not required to visit with Santa. Bring the whole family! Stop by our Family Portrait set and capture a memory!
11/07/2015 to 12/24/2015
Cost: Holiday photo packages are available.
Town East Mall
2063 Town East Mall Blvd. Mesquite, TX 75149
Santa’s Wonderland at Bass Pro Shop~ Looking for shopping ideas for your outdoor enthusiast? Check out all the great gear for fishing, boating, hunting, camping, archery and the outdoors at Bass Pro Shops! Bass Pro Shops will feature “Santa’s Wonderland,” more than 3,500 square feet of holiday magic and fun! With old-time model trains, arcades, carousel and free crafts every week.
11/14/2015 to 12/24/2015
Cost: Free 4×6; photo packages available for sale
Bass Pro Shops
2501 Bass Pro Drive, Grapevine TX
Santa at Grapevine Mills~ Make a date with Santa & come get your photo taken with him.
11/06/2015 to 12/24/2015
Cost: Photo packages available
Grapevine Mills Mall
3000 Grapevine Mills Parkway, Grapevine, TX 76051
Santa @ Six Flags~ Santa is leaving the park on December 23 to head back to the North Pole. Be sure to stop by his workshop in SantaLand before he leaves. It’s your last chance to tell him your holiday wishes, take a memorable photo, and have one final check to make sure your name isn’t on the naughty list.
While you’re there, don’t miss a meeting with the Sugar Plum Fairy Princess, share a last-minute holiday story with Mrs. Claus, and test your reindeer trivia before they take off to the skies. Reserve your magical experience at the SantaLand reservation station.
11/021/2015 to 12/23/2015
Go HERE for park hours and tickets
Six Flags Over Texas
2201 Rd to Six Flags St E, Arlington, TX 76011
Santa @ The Gaylord Texan~ The magic of the Christmas season comes to life at Gaylord Texan Resort. You and your family will marvel at dozens of lavish Lone Star Christmas displays that include more than 2 million twinkling lights and acres of larger-than-life decorations. Enjoy heartwarming visits with Santa, ICE! featuring an all new theme – Christmas Around the World – as well as Snow Tubing, Milk & Cookies with Mrs. Claus, The Elf on the Shelf® Scavenger Hunt and other exclusive holiday events and attractions to get you in the spirit of the season!
- Monday – Friday: 4 p.m. – 9 p.m.
- Saturday: 10 a.m. – 9 p.m.
- Sunday: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Special Hours
- Dec. 18 – Dec. 24: 10 a.m. – 9 p.m.
Cost: Photo packages start at $34.99 plus sales tax
Gaylord Texan Resort
1501 Gaylord Trail, Grapevine, TX 76051
