Where To See Santa In 2022 & Have Your Photo Taken With Him

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. We’ll continue to update the map as the Chief Scheduling Elf sends us more information, so check back often. Simply move your mouse over the location to find the Santa nearest you.

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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, mail a letter to Santa for free and you might just get a sweet giveaway. Reservations recommended. 7970 Northfield Blvd., Denver. Opens November 5, 2022.

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. Free holiday giveaways for the kids. Reservations required. 10670 Cabela Dr., Lone Tree. Opens November 5, 2022.

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. Free holiday giveaways for the kids. Reservations required. 14050 Lincoln St., Thornton. Opens November 5, 2022.

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. Santa is around during all mall hours. 3000 E. 1st Ave., Denver. Opens November 11, 2022.

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. 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 18, 2022

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. Visits with Santa are FREE (no personal photos allowed). Pet photos with Santa available November 29, December 6 & 13. 1 W. FlatIron Crossing Dr., Broomfield, 720-887-7467. Opens November 11, 2022.

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. Overall these aren’t the most exciting Santa photos on can get, so it’s best to just go and see the man in red, let your little one tell him their desires, and then snap a picture somewhere else.

Keep in mind there are four special pet nights too, and on December 4 from 9 to 10am, 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 10, 2022.

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. Cats and dogs can join the fun too each Wednesday in December from 4 to 7pm, same rates apply.

Overall, the setting proves festive and fun, and since you a can still visit Santa without paying for photos, it’s worth a trip. Bonus, for $12 you can follow your visit to Santa with ice skating. 8501 W. Bowles Ave., Littleton. Opens November 25, 2022.

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. 14200 E. Alameda Ave., Aurora. Opens November 18, 2022.

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 on the following dates and times: November 12 (5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.), November 18 to 20 (11 a.m. to 6 p.m.), December 2 to 4 (11 a.m. to 6 p.m.), December 9 to 11 (11 a.m. to 6 p.m.), December 16 to 18 (11 a.m. to 6 p.m.), December 23 (11 a.m. to 6 p.m.) and December 24 (11 a.m. to 2 p.m.) 14697 Delaware St., Westminster. Opens November 12, 2022.

Southlands

Santa will be at the Southlands Pole from November 25 to December 24. Visiting Santa is FREE.  There is a charge for a photo package, which starts at $34.95. Hours vary, but typically Santa is on the scene at 11 a.m. Visits are by reservation on specific days/times. Walk-in will also be available.
Please note: Reservations will have priority and walk-in customers will be worked into the queue as time permits. Go here for those dates and hours. 6155 S. Main St., Aurora. Opens November 25, 2022.

The Streets at SouthGlenn

Santa hangs out at the SouthGlenn Guest Services office from November 19 through December 24. Hours and days (he’s not there Mondays or Tuesdays) vary, but he is usually there by 4 p.m. on Thursday and Fridays and by noon on weekends. 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, 2022.

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 5 p.m. on Sundays. Starting December 20 he clocks in 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 $33.99 in November, which then goes up to $39.99 in December. Make your reservation here. 5050 Factory Shops Blvd., Castle Rock. Opens November 26, 2022.

St. Nick on the Bricks

Outside on the 1300 block of S. Pearl Street on Saturdays, November 26 through December 24 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. Last train leaves the station at 2 p.m. at 1th and Pearl St. (in front of the Capital One Cafe). Santa may move inside the Boulder Information Center in case of bad weather. Opens November 26, 2022

Special Appearances in 2022

November 12: Denver Makers Market at The Shed in Midtown, 1625 W. 67th Ave. noon to 3 p.m. Parents can take their own pictures of the kids with Santa for FREE during this event. He may even give out a candy cane to the really good children.

November 18: 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 19: 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 26: Denver Makers Market at Park Hill Treasures, 6035 E. Colfax, noon to 3 p.m. Parents can take their own pictures of the kids with Santa for FREE during this event. He may even give out a candy cane to the really good children.

November 26: Echter’s Garden Center. 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Bring your own camera. A nonperishable donation for the Arvada Food Bank would be appreciated. 5150 Garrison St., Arvada.

November 27: 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 $7. 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 27: 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. Grab St. Nick Express skip-the-line tickets for $50 per family, which includes a keepsake Denver Union Station ornament.

November 27: Denver Makers Market at Design Repeats, 8200 S. Colorado Blvd., Centennial, noon to 3 p.m. Parents can take their own pictures of the kids with Santa for FREE during this event. He may even give out a candy cane to the really good children.

December 2: 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 3: Hollyday Market, Aurora. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Santa will be on site for FREE photos. South Holly Church, 7101 S. Holly St., Centennial.

December 3: 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. Free professional photos taken from noon to 2 p.m. or bring your own camera. 14697 Delaware St., Westminster.

December 3: Country Fair Garden Center, noon to 3 p.m. Santa will be in the store. Enter for a drawing to win a poinsettia and gift card. 7150 Leetsdale Dr., Denver.

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 6:30 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 3: Arvada Olde Town Holiday Market, noon to 3 p.m. FREE visits with Santa in the Olde Town Arvada Square (57th and Olde Wadsworth Blvd). Every child who visits Santa will receive a free cookie from Rheinlander Bakery. Bring your own camera.

December 3: Echter’s Garden Center. 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Bring your own camera. A nonperishable donation for the Arvada Food Bank would be appreciated. 5150 Garrison St., Arvada.

December 3: Aspen Park Vet Hospital. 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Bring your camera, bring your kids and bring your pets for pictures with Santa. Free, but donations accepted for The ResqRanch. 25871 Duran Ave., Conifer.

December 4: 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. Grab St. Nick Express skip-the-line tickets for $50 per family, which includes a keepsake Denver Union Station ornament.

December 4: Aspen Grove, Littleton, 1 to 3 p.m. and 3 to 5 p.m. Santa will be hitting up the Holiday Bazaar in the Createry Workshop, next to Kirkland’s. Today he will be crafting, for a fee, with kids in the first part of the day, and then he will be taking FREE pictures with kids in the tree lot.

December 9 & 10: 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 9, 10 & 11: 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, tree display, ice skating, ice carving demos & more. Carpenter Park Fields, 108th & Colorado Blvd.

December 9: Longmont Lights. Visits with Santa are available starting at 5 p.m. in the Roosevelt Park Rose Garden during the Longmont Lights Festival. 700 Longs Peak Ave.

December 10: Aspen Grove, Littleton, 1 to 3 p.m. Santa will be hitting up the Holiday Bazaar in the Createry Workshop, next to Kirkland’s. Santa and Mrs. Claus will be doing a FREE story time from 1 to 3pm, as well as taking FREE pictures.

December 10: Arvada Olde Town Holiday Market, noon to 3 p.m. FREE visits with Santa in the Olde Town Arvada Square (57th and Olde Wadsworth Blvd). Every child who visits Santa will receive a free cookie from Rheinlander Bakery. Bring your own camera.

December 10: Echter’s Garden Center. 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Bring your own camera. A nonperishable donation for the Arvada Food Bank would be appreciated. 5150 Garrison St., Arvada.

December 10: 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 10: Applewood Valley UMC. 10 a.m. to noon. Two photo opportunities. 1. Pictures indoors with Santa and receive a FREE digital copy. (Limited space so sign up required). 2. Take selfies outdoors with real live reindeer Donner & Blitzen. 2035 Ellis St., Golden.

December 11: 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. Grab St. Nick Express skip-the-line tickets for $50 per family, which includes a keepsake Denver Union Station ornament.

December 11: Aspen Grove, Littleton, 1 to 4 p.m. Santa will be hitting up the Holiday Bazaar in the Createry Workshop, next to Kirkland’s for FREE photo sessions with all the good, mediocre and naughty kids who come by.

December 14: Glendale Sports Center, 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. FREE visits with Santa. Bring your own camera. 4500 E. Kentucky Ave., Glendale.

December 16 & 17: 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 17: Arvada Olde Town Holiday Market, noon to 3 p.m. FREE visits with Santa in the Olde Town Arvada Square (57th and Olde Wadsworth Blvd). Every child who visits Santa will receive a free cookie from Rheinlander Bakery. Bring your own camera.

December 17: 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 17: Aspen Park Vet Hospital. 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Bring your camera, bring your kids and bring your pets for pictures with Santa. Free, but donations accepted for The ResqRanch. 25871 Duran Ave., Conifer.

December 18: 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. Grab St. Nick Express skip-the-line tickets for $50 per family, which includes a keepsake Denver Union Station ornament.

December 18: Aspen Grove, Littleton, 1 to 4 p.m. Santa will be hitting up the Holiday Bazaar in the Createry Workshop, next to Kirkland’s for FREE photo sessions with all the good, mediocre and naughty kids who come by.