You better watch out, you better not cry. You better not pout, we’re telling you why, MHOTC has inside intel on Santa. Here’s where you can take the kids to share their gift wishes with the jolly man himself. Unless noted, all visits with Santa are FREE and he’s around through Christmas Eve. Do check, as some sites only let the kiddos onto Santa’s lap if you pay for a photo package.
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Santa’s Wonderland / Photo source: Bass Pro Shops
Santa’s Wonderland at Bass Pro Shops
Customers also get a FREE 4×6 studio-quality photo with Santa, as well as a FREE digital download for social media. Additional photo packages are available. Bonus: Free take home craft kits. Reservations required. 7970 Northfield Blvd., Denver. Opens November 5, 2023.
Santa’s Wonderland at Cabela’s Lone Tree
Customers also get a FREE 4×6 studio-quality photo with Santa, as well as a FREE digital download for social media. Additional photo packages are available. Bonus: Free take home craft kits. Reservations required. 10670 Cabela Dr., Lone Tree. Opens November 5, 2023.
Santa’s Wonderland at Cabela’s Thornton
Customers also get a FREE 4×6 studio-quality photo with Santa, as well as a FREE digital download for social media. Additional photo packages are available. Bonus: Free take home craft kits. Reservations required. 14050 Lincoln St., Thornton. Opens November 5, 2023.
Cherry Creek Shopping Center
Santa’s Flight Academy is an immersive holiday experience that can be done while waiting in line to see Santa. This yearly fete features buttons, baubles and light up displays to entertain kids while they doddle in line.
Besides being able to take photos with Santa, children can pretend to be elite cadets in order to join Santa’s flight crew. After being fitted for a virtual flight suit, they help Santa prepare his sleigh to deliver presents around the world. The experience ends with a magical snowfall dance party inside Santa’s sleigh. It’s a cute adventure for little kids, but expect plenty of eye rolls from tweens.
Visits with Santa are FREE (no personal photos allowed), but there is a charge for photos. Packages start at $39.99. Go here to make your reservation but note, reservations can only be made by prepaying for photos. Use the code LOTC for for FREE 5×7 photo with Package A. Santa is around during all mall hours. 3000 E. 1st Ave., Denver. Opens November 10, 2023.
Colorado Mills
Look for Santa at the Santa Photo Experience starting November 18 at 11 a.m. most days. To save time and skip the line, reserve your spot here. Use the code LOTC for for FREE 5×7 photo with Package A. Santa’s Cabin is in the Dining Pavilion near Entry 4, between In the dining pavilion between Haagen-Dazs and Oakley Vault. 14500 W. Colfax Ave., Lakewood. Opens November 17, 2023.
FlatIron Crossing
Broomfield mall hosts Santa HQ at the base of the Grand Staircase. FlatIron Crossing has a time-saving twist with a way to reserve your spot to visit with Santa. Simply go here to make a reservation and prepay for photos. Packages start at $39.99. Use the code LOTC for for FREE 5×7 photo with Package A. Visits with Santa are FREE (no personal photos allowed). Pet photos with Santa available November 13, 20 & 27, December 4. 1 W. FlatIron Crossing Dr., Broomfield, 720-887-7467. Opens November 10, 2023.
Park Meadows Mall
Santa is at the mall in Dillard’s Court. Check their website for days and times. Visits with Santa are FREE (no personal photos allowed), but there is a charge for photos. Photo packages, which include a call from Santa, start at $39.99. Use the code LOTC for for FREE 5×7 photo with Package A.
Keep in mind there are eight special pet nights too, and on December 3 from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m., special needs children are encouraged to come for a low-sensory visit. You can reserve your spot here. Pricing and pass info can be found on the Park Meadows website. 8401 Park Meadows Circle Dr., Lone Tree. Opens November 9, 2023.
The Santa Experience at Southwest Plaza
Visiting Santa is FREE (no personal photos allowed). Photo packages start at $39.99. Make a reservation to see Santa and spend less time in line. Use the code LOTC for for FREE 5×7 photo with Package A. Cats and dogs can join the fun too on select nights from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m., same rates apply. 8501 W. Bowles Ave., Littleton. Opens November 17, 2023.
Town Center at Aurora
Santa will be waiting for you at the lower level by Dillard’s. Visiting Santa is FREE (no personal photos allowed). Photo packages start at $39.99. Make a reservation to see Santa and spend less time in line. Use the code LOTC for for FREE 5×7 photo with Package A. 14200 E. Alameda Ave., Aurora. Opens November 17, 2023.
Santa an The Orchard at Town Center Winterfest / photo by Gretchen TeBockhorst
Orchard Town Center
Photos with Santa are totally FREE and you can take them with your own phone or camera. Enjoy all the holiday magic at The Orchard’s grand tree on Town Center Drive and come see Santa every Friday, Saturday & Sunday from December 2 to 24 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. 14697 Delaware St., Westminster. Opens December 2, 2023.
Southlands
Santa will be at the Southlands Pole (Guest Services at the Clock Tower) from November 24 to December 24. Visiting Santa is FREE (no personal photos allowed). Photo packages start at $39.99. NOTE!! There will be 4 special days when photos with Santa are totally FREE. They are Saturday, November 18 and Monday to Wednesday, November 20 to 22. Make reservations for FREE days here ASAP. Hours vary, but typically Santa is on the scene at 11 a.m. Visits are by reservation on specific days/times. Go here for those dates and hours. 6155 S. Main St., Aurora. Opens November 24, 2023.
The Streets at SouthGlenn
Santa hangs out at the SouthGlenn Guest Services office from November 18 through December 24. Hours and days vary, but he is usually there by noon. There is no reservation system. Bring your own camera to capture the moment for FREE. Go here for a complete list of dates and hours. 6851 S. Vine St. #200, Centennial. Opens November 18, 2023.
Outlets at Castle Rock
Santa’s House is just north of the Food Court. Hours vary, but for the most part his expect to find him there between 1 p.m. and 6 p.m. on weekdays and 11 a.m. and until 7 p.m. on Saturdays and 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sundays. Starting December 18 he clocks in daily at 11 a.m. Visiting Santa is FREE and parents can take their own photos for FREE. However, visits with Santa do require a reservation. You also have the option to buy a photo packages starting at $34.99 in November and increase to $39.99 in December. Make your reservation here. 5050 Factory Shops Blvd., Castle Rock. Opens November 25, 2023.
St. Nick on the Bricks
At the Downtown Boulder Visitors Information Center (1303 Pearl St.) on Saturdays, November 25 through December 23 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Bring your list and a camera to capture the memories. Tired of waiting in line? Take a FREE ride on the 100% Electric Tebo Train aka Snowflake Express. Children ages 10 and under (along with accompanying adults) will chug along Pearl Street. The Snowflake Express boards in front of Wells Fargo (1242 Pearl St). Last train leaves the station at 2 p.m. Santa may move inside the Boulder Information Center in case of bad weather. Opens November 25, 2023
McGregor Square
Visit with Saint Nick himself at Milepost Zero and tell him all of your Christmas wishes! Bring the whole family and snap the perfect holiday photo with Santa and Mrs Claus. Santa will be inside Milepost Zero on Friday, November 24 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. and then Saturdays (5 p.m. to 7 p.m.) and Sundays (11 a.m. to 1 p.m.) through December 23. 1601 19th St., Ste. 150, Denver. Opens November 24, 2023.
Santa at Union Station / Source: Denver Union Station
Special Appearances in 2023
November 17: The Streets at SouthGlenn, Centennial. 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Grand Parade features Santa’s arrival (with Mrs. Claus) and a tree lighting. Afterward, kids can visit with Santa. 6851 S. Vine St. #200, Centennial.
November 18: West View Recreation Center, Westminster. 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Visit with Santa and take your own photo (pick your time by registering online, no waiting in line!). Crafts, hot chocolate, activities and more. 10747 W. 108th Ave., Westminster.
November 26: Niwot Holiday Parade with Santa. 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Holiday Parade starts at 11 a.m. Participants will march down 2nd Ave from Murray St. to Niwot Rd. When the parade finishes Santa will be in the Grange until 1 p.m.
November 25: Echter’s Garden Center. 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Bring your own camera. A nonperishable donation for the Arvada Community Table Food Bank would be appreciated. 5150 Garrison St., Arvada.
November 26: Santa Paws at Aspen Grove. 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Professional photos of you and your furry friend with Santa. Each pup receives a sweet treat from Butterscotch Grove and Copper Door Coffee Roaster. Tickets are $20. Buy tickets here. Find Santa inside Zagg (near Panera Bread). Proceeds benefit the Humane Society of the South Platte Valley. 7301 S. Santa Fe Dr., Littleton.
November 26: Union Station. 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Santa and Mrs. Claus will be available in the Great Hall for FREE family photos. Note: Photos will be taken by Santa’s helpers on your personal phone or camera. Line wait times can be up to 3 hours. Grab St. Nick Express skip-the-line tickets for $50 per family.
December 1: Noel Northglenn, 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Santa, Mrs. Claus and the elves are on hand. Kids crafts, live entertainment, treats, carriage rides and other magical surprises. Northglenn Recreation Center, 1 E. Memorial Pkwy., Northglenn.
December 1: Lakewood Lights. 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. Santa will be setup in his workshop, located in the Heritage Lakewood Visitor Center. Meet and greets are FREE. Please arrive at the beginning of the evening to reserve your place in the queue. They will take down your name and cell phone number and will text you when it’s your turn to meet Santa! Reservations will be taken as long as space and time permit, but likely they will stop accepting them by 7:30 p.m.
December 2: Centennial Holiday Celebration. 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Enjoy holiday treats, a visit with Santa and performances by local school and dance groups. Bring your camera for photos. Centennial Center Park, 13050 E. Peakview Ave.
December 2: Santa Paws at The Orchard at Town Center, Westminster. Noon to 2 p.m. Well-behaved dogs are welcome at Santa’s house for their photo op. Bring your own camera. 14697 Delaware St., Westminster.
December 2: Grace Presbyterian Church, Highlands Ranch. 9 a.m. Breakfast, sing Christmas Carols, do a craft and then get to visit with Santa. Free admission. You do need to register here. 12784 S. Santa Fe Dr., Littleton.
December 2: Edgewater Public Market. 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. 5505 W. 20th Ave., Edgewater.
December 2: Larimer Square, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The entire family – including pets – are invited to capture heartwarming moments with Santa for free. Find Santa in the Pergola. 1430 Larimer St., Denver.
December 3: Murdoch’s (all stores). 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Snap a photo with Santa in a fun holiday display. Bring the whole family, pets included.
Santa at Ridge at 38. Source: Ridge at 38.
December 3: Ridge at 38th, Wheat Ridge. Holiday Celebration from 3 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. FREE hot chocolate, cider, cookies, live entertainment. horse-drawn carriage rides and visits with Santa and Mrs. Claus. Gather on the Green on Ridge at 38 at 6:15 p.m. to be a part of the magical tree lighting ceremony. This is the City’s official tree lighting ceremony with more than 12,000 multi-color bulbs that light up the spectacular 25-foot evergreen! 7101 W. 38th Ave., Wheat Ridge.
December 2: Echter’s Garden Center. 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Bring your own camera. A nonperishable donation for the Arvada Community Table Food Bank would be appreciated. 5150 Garrison St., Arvada.
December 3: Union Station. 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Santa and Mrs. Claus will be available in the Great Hall for FREE family photos. Note: Photos will be taken by Santa’s helpers on your personal phone or camera. Line wait times can be up to 3 hours. Grab St. Nick Express skip-the-line tickets for $50 per family.
See Santa at Aspen Grove in Littleton / Photo: Aspen Grove
December 8 & 9: Englewood Holiday Express, 3:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Belleview Farm is transformed into the North Pole with festive lights and decorations to create a Winter Wonderland. Visit Santa in his workshop and drop off your wish list. Then, sit down by our open fire, enjoy a hot drink, and roast some s’mores. Enjoy unlimited train rides and the beautiful lights. Admission: $12 per person. 5001 S. Inca Dr., Englewood.
December 8, 9 & 10: Thornton WinterFest. Santa and his elves will meet with kids in Santa’s Village on Friday from 6:45 p.m. to 9 p.m., Saturday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. and 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., Sunday from 5 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Bring your own camera as professional services are no longer available. Winterfest includes live music, lighted maze, ice skating, ice carving demos, heated beer garden, food vendors & more. Carpenter Park Fields, 108th & Colorado Blvd.
December 9: Echter’s Garden Center. 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Bring your own camera. A nonperishable donation for the Arvada Community Table Food Bank would be appreciated. 5150 Garrison St., Arvada.
December 9: Westminster City Hall Plaza, 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Visit with Santa. The full-size sleigh and kid-size train are perfect settings for family photos. Remember to bring your camera. 4800 W. 92nd Ave., Westminster.
December 9: Five Points Holiday Stroll, 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. Visit with Santa and tell him your wishes. Bring your camera. Blair-Caldwell African American Research Library, 2401 Welton St., Denver.
December 9: Edgewater Public Market, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. 5505 W. 20th Abe., Edgewater.
December 9: Larimer Square, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The entire family – including pets – are invited to capture heartwarming moments with Santa for free. Find Santa in the Pergola. 1430 Larimer St., Denver.
Get a free photo with Santa at Union Station.
December 10: Union Station. 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Santa and Mrs. Claus will be available in the Great Hall for FREE family photos. Note: Photos will be taken by Santa’s helpers on your personal phone or camera. Line wait times can be up to 3 hours. Grab St. Nick Express skip-the-line tickets for $50 per family.
December 10: Pink Attic Cat at Aspen Grove. Noon to 3 p.m. Santa Claus will be at the Pink Attic Cat shop (space 140, in block 100) in his vintage sleigh to meet with families, tell stories, hear wishes, and available for photos (with your phone or camera). 7301 S. Santa Fe Dr., Littleton.
December 15 & 16: Englewood Holiday Express, 3:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Belleview Farm is transformed into the North Pole with festive lights and decorations to create a Winter Wonderland. Visit Santa in his workshop and drop off your wish list. Then, sit down by our open fire, enjoy a hot drink, and roast some s’mores. Enjoy unlimited train rides and the beautiful lights. Admission: $12 per person. 5001 S. Inca Dr., Englewood.
December 16: Westminster City Hall Plaza, 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Visit with Santa. The full-size sleigh and kid-size train are perfect settings for family photos. Remember to bring your camera. 4800 W. 92nd Ave., Westminster.
December 16: Edgewater Public Market, noon to 3 p.m. 5505 W. 20th Ave., Edgewater.
December 16: Larimer Square, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The entire family – including pets – are invited to capture heartwarming moments with Santa for free. Find Santa in the Pergola. 1430 Larimer St., Denver.
December 17: Union Station. 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Santa and Mrs. Claus will be available in the Great Hall for FREE family photos. Note: Photos will be taken by Santa’s helpers on your personal phone or camera. Line wait times can be up to 3 hours. Grab St. Nick Express skip-the-line tickets for $50 per family.
December 17: Pink Attic Cat at Aspen Grove. Noon to 3 p.m. Santa Claus will be at the Pink Attic Cat shop (space 140, in block 100) in his vintage sleigh to meet with families, tell stories, hear wishes, and available for photos (with your phone or camera). 7301 S. Santa Fe Dr., Littleton.
December 23: Edgewater Public Market, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. 5505 W. 20th Ave., Edgewater.
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