Once the holiday season arrives, everyone wants to see the big man in red to make sure they’re on the nice list before he sets off on Christmas Eve! We found out just where Santa will be hanging out — in the malls and elsewhere around town — so that you won’t miss him.

A Merry Assortment of Photo Opps, Meet & Greets, and Santa Sightings

How does he do it? Between November and December, Santa Claus seems to pop up at every holiday event, while also holding down a regular gig at the malls! Whether your little ones want to sit on Santa’s lap or simply wave to him on a firetruck, we’ve included a variety of options for just the right amount of jolly old Saint Nick.

At the top, you’ll find places where you can see the big elf throughout the holidays listed under Santa All Season. Below that, you’ll find a list of other sightings and meet and greets from our Events Calendar. Ho, ho, ho!

Santa All Season

Santa visits multiple locations across the region from November through December, including zoos, theme parks, and shopping malls. Most venues recommend reservations to ensure quality time with Santa for photos and holiday wishes.

Wild Lights at Elmwood Park Zoo

1661 Harding Boulevard, Norristown
Select nights from November 21–December 30, 2025

Elmwood Park Zoo’s fun, vibrant walk-through holiday light experience has become a glowing tradition for many local families. What’s more, Santa is there each night until 12/23, too, so be sure to visit him in his workshop for photos and a chat.

A Very Furry Christmas at Sesame Place

Sesame Place, 100 Sesame Road, Langhorne
Select dates from November 15–January 4, 2025

Make magical Christmas memories with all of your favorite Sesame Street characters, as well as Santa himself! Step inside his Furry Workshop to tell him your Christmas wishes, then capture the moment with a photo together.

King of Prussia Mall

160 N. Gulph Road, King of Prussia
November 14–December 24th, 2025

Find Santa at both at the Court and the Plaza this year when you visit the King of Prussia Mall. He arrives in the Plaza on Thursday, November 8th and at the Court on November 15th. Caring Santa, a photo opportunity with Santa for children with sensory, physical, and developmental needs, is by reservation only on December 8 at the Plaza location.

Plymouth Meeting Mall

500 W Germantown Pike, Plymouth Meeting
November 14–December 24, 2025

Visit Santa in Fountain Court and capture the moment with a family photo! Reservations are highly recommended to make sure you get to sit with the man in red.

Philadelphia Premium Outlets

18 W Lightcap Road, Pottstown
November 28-December 24, 2025

Get your shopping done and your holiday photos! Meet Santa at Philadelphia Premium Outlets in the food court area. The man in red arrives on Friday, November 28, and will be available until Christmas Eve. Visit the reservations page for Santa’s daily hours and to book a visit.

Springfield Mall

1250 Baltimore Pike, Springfield
November 14–December 24, 2025

Find Santa in the Center Court area, and make your reservation for photos ahead of time to ensure your visit!

More Ways to See Santa…

Lead photograph courtesy of the Santa Photo Experience at King of Prussia Mall.

For more festive happenings and holiday inspiration, peruse the Main Line Parent Winter Holiday Family Fun Guide!