
Photos With Santa
Experience the Magic of Santa
The magic of the holiday season comes alive with a visit to Santa’s winter wonderland. Santa will be here starting November 17th and is located in Center Court, near Macy*s. A visit with Santa is always free and photo packages are available for purchase.
Schedule Your Spot to Meet the Big Guy
Pre-Booking your visit is recommended to help reduce wait time and it's easy:
- Pre-book now and receive a free personalized video from North Pole after your visit, powered by Portable North Pole.
- All guests who pre-book will also receive a personalized call from Santa prior to your visit.
- Show up at your designated time.
- Share your wish list with Santa and his helpers.
- Make a lasting memory and get your photo taken with Santa.
Special Santa Events
- Elf Academy- Join us on Friday, November 17th, 5 pm-7 pm for an Elf'n good time! You will meet Santa's elves, play fun holiday games, and make crafts; at the end of the event, you will be a certified Elf! Our friends from Big Brothers Big Sisters will also be on hand to help! Plus Santa, of course!
- Pet Night- Bring your furry friends for pet photos with Santa! Monday, November 20th, 27th, and December 4th from 4pm-7pm at Santa's house in Center Court.
- Sensory Santa- on Sunday, December 3rd, from 10:30 am-11:30 am in participation with Autism Speaks, we will host a sensory-friendly event especially for little ones with autism. RSVP is required.
- Chips4Kids Toy Drive- December 1st- December 15th: drop off new toys at the Chips4Kids booth near the Santa Set. The California Highway Patrol partners with Lakewood Center to host a holiday toy drive supporting local children in need.
- Teddy Bear Tree- December 2nd & 3rd, 10am-3pm near Santa. The Rotary Club returns for another year supporting Project Shepherd. Pick up a Teddy Bear ornament and return your new gift for children in need to the Teddy Bear Tree booth.
Santa's Schedule and Hours
November 17-22:
Mon – Sat: 11am-7pm (Break: 2pm-3pm & 5-5:30)
Sun: 12pm-6pm (Break: 2pm-3pm)
November 23 (Thanksgiving):
Closed
November 24 -30:
Mon – Sat: 11am-7pm (Break: 2pm-3pm & 5-5:30)
Sun: 12pm-6pm (Break: 2pm-3pm)
December 1-17:
Mon – Fri: 11am-7pm (Break: 2pm-3pm & 5-5:30)
Sat: 10am-8pm (Break: 2pm-3pm & 5-5:30)
Sun: 12pm-6pm (Break: 2pm-3pm)
December 18-23:
Mon - Sat: 10am-8pm (Break: 2pm-3pm & 5-5:30)
December 24 (Christmas Eve):
Sun: 9am-4pm (Break: 1pm-2pm)