Santa Sightings 2024!

It's time again to take your little ones to meet Santa! We look forward each year to seeing Santa and there are so many options on where to find him in DFW.

Selfies with Santa at Legacy West – Plano
Legacy West has once again transformed into a winter wonderland. Families can reserve a timeslot to take free selfies with Santa Claus! Plus, the mall offers a number of backdrops to choose from for the perfect selfie with Kris Kringle.

Hours: Hours vary. Check the Eventbrite page.
Reservations: Make a reservation via the Eventbrite page.
Starting price: Free

The Shops at Willow Bend – Plano
The Shops at Willow Bend invites families to take festive photos with Santa at his winter wonderland set. The shopping center has several special Santa events like Cowboys Claus and pet photos with Santa. The mall also offers a special "Sensory Friendly Santa" experience for children with special needs.

Hours: Monday-Friday, 11 a.m. - 7 p.m.; Saturday 11 a.m. - 8 p.m.; Sunday, 12 - 6 p.m.
Reservations: Available at ShopsAtWillowBend.com
Starting price: $39.99

Photos with Cowboy Santa at Fort Worth Stockyards – Fort Worth
Families can enjoy a unique photo opportunity with Cowboy Santa at the historic Fort Worth Stockyards. Think normal Santa Claus but with a Western twist!

Hours: Days and hours vary. Check the Fort Worth Stockyards website.
Reservations: Reservations are not required, but welcome. Visit the Fort Worth Stockyards website.
Starting price: $25

Southlake Town Square – Southlake
Southlake Town Square hosts Santa's Village for just two days! The square is beautifully lit, making it the perfect backdrop for holiday photos.

Hours: Hours vary, see the Visit Southlake website.
Reservations: Not required.
Starting price: Free

Frisco Square – Frisco
Frisco Square offers a beautiful, Christmas-y setting for a visit with Santa. Visitors can enjoy holiday lights, an ice skating rink and horse carriage rides. Santa is available for photos on weekends throughout December.

Hours: Friday-Sunday, 6 - 10 p.m.
Reservations: Walk-ins welcome. For more information, visit FriscoSquare.com
Starting price: $15

Stonebriar Centre
Stonebriar Centre is hosting Santa at the JCPenney/Dick’s Sporting Goods court.

Dates: November 8 - December 24, 2024
Reservations: Walk-ups welcome until closing, but reservations are encouraged.
Starting price: Photo packages start at $49.99; “reserve now and decide later” option for $19.99
Tip: Pet Nights are every Monday and Tuesday, November 11- December 10

Santa’s Winter Wonderland at Watters Creek
Book a portrait sitting with Santa at Watters Creek in Allen. 915 Watters Creek Blvd, Allen, TX 75013

Dates: November 23 – December 24, 2024
Reservations: Yes
Cost: $20 deposit required to book; packages start at $49.95
Tip: “Quiet Time” with Santa available on December 8; Santa Paws pet photos available on December 2, 9, & 16 from 5-8 PM

Santa on the Square/The Magic of Santa in Historic Downtown McKinney
Families can pick one of two options to see Santa in historic McKinney: a Santa on the Square portrait sitting, or the “Magic of Santa” private session which features three sets and 15+ interactive activities with Santa.

Dates: Starts December 5 (Thursday-Sundays in December)
Cost: Starting at $19.95 for Santa on the Square or $125 for The Magic of Santa
Tip: Discounts available for early booking in honor of the studio’s 10th anniversary

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