Looking for a place for your children to meet with Santa for photos and fun and maybe some food? Check out this list of local sightings we found.
1.The Mall in Columbia
A. Photos with Santa:
Now - December 24, 2017
Make a date with Santa Don’t miss the easiest way to visit Santa—just reserve your time and skip the line! Save $5 on photos when you book between Monday and Wednesday (through December 9th). Reservations and photo purchases are not required to visit Santa.
Regular Hours:
Monday – Saturday: 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Sunday: 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Special Hours:
12/15 – 12/23: 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
12/17: 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Christmas Eve: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM, No Breaks
*Santa may take occasional breaks to feed the reindeer.
Photos with Santa is sponsored by Gymboree and The Man Who Invented Christmas.
B. Pet Photos with Santa at Lord & Taylor Court
Mondays from 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM (November 13 - December 11)
Bring your pet to get a ‘paw-fect’ picture with Santa! Create a ‘fur-rever’ memory with your 4 legged family members when you take your dog or cat to get their photo with Santa! Imagine the fun reactions you’ll get sharing this adorable photo with your family, friends and Facebook followers. Make your reservations now to make sure your Fido and Fifi get a spot!
C. Ugly Sweater Night with Santa at Lord & Taylor Court
December 1, 2017 5pm - 8pm
Put on Your Ugliest Sweater for Santa! Break out your ugliest holiday sweater (you know the one!) and take a fun photo with Santa. Whether its adorned with pom pom snowmen or glitter gingerbread man, the sillier the sweater the better! Bring your family and friends for a night full of laughter!
D. Holiday PJ Night with Santa at Lord & Taylor Court
December 8, 2017 5pm – 8pm
It’s a PJ Party at the North Pole! Who said that pajamas were only for bedtime? Dress up the whole family in their favorite festive PJs and take an unforgettable photo with Santa. Whether it’s silly or sweet, it will be the perfect picture to share with all your family and friends.
2. Breakfast w/ Santa at Seasons 52 (at the Mall in Columbia)
December 2, 2017 8am – 9am
December 9, 2017 8am – 9am
It's about that time!
Please join us for our annual Breakfast w/ Santa event! Fun for the entire family! Cost is $15 per guest, there is limited seating so the earlier you reserve your spot the better! Breakfast will include scrambled eggs, bacon, French Toast sticks, fruit, juice, milk, & coffee.
*Proceeds benefit Grassroots Crisis Intervention Center *Thanks to Pandora for donation of Jewelry Gift sets for raffle to benefit Grassroots.
3. Breakfast and More with Santa
December 2, 2017 9am and 11:30am
Wilde Lake Community Association
Tickets are $5 (ticket not required for children under one) and include a Photo with Santa, Secret Shop and More! Advance ticket sales only. No refunds or exchanges. For more information, call 410-730-3987.
4. Hickory Ridge Community Association Breakfast with Santa
December 2, 2017 9am – 11am
Location: Hawthorn Center Enjoy a continental breakfast, a holiday craft, and photo opportunities with our special guest, Santa. Tickets are $5 per person for village residents, $7 for outparcel residents. Tickets are limited and are available at the village office. Visit our websitehickoryridgevillage.org for event details. If you have questions, call the village office at 410-730-7327.
5. Santa Claus is Coming to Savage Mill!
December 1, 8 & 15 2017 1-3pm
December 2, 2017 5:30 – 7pm
December 9, 2017 1-3pm
Be sure to bring your camera! He will be stationed in the New Weave Building next to Bearing Gifts.
6. Annual Bollman Bridge Lighting
December 2, 2017 6-7pm
Enjoy a festival of lights this holiday season at Historic Savage Mill! Explore the Mill’s unique specialty shops and dining, along with live entertainment each weekend. Join us for the lighting of the newly renovated Historic Bollman Bridge, followed by a community tree lighting at Carroll Baldwin Hall! And don’t forget to bring your cameras, Santa arrives at 5:30!
7. Breakfast with Santa - Supreme Sports Club
December 9 @ 9:30 am - 11:00 am
All ages KidSpace members $10 per family CA members $11 per family Non-members $12 per family Santa is coming to town! Enjoy continental breakfast, holiday stories, crafts and festive holiday music! Each child can have their photo taken with Santa. Register online or at Columbia Athletic Club or Supreme Sports Club.
8. Visit Santa - Thomas Issac Log Cabin
Visit with Santa in the Thomas Issac Log Cabin! Santa will be greeting the kids:
Friday Dec. 1 4 – 8pm Saturday Dec. 2 noon – 4pm
Parents are welcome to take photos and the visit to Santa is free, thanks to the Howard County Dept. of Recreation & Parks.
The Log Cabin is located at the corner of Ellicott Mills Dr. & Main St near The Wine Bin.
9. Santa’s Coming to The Pottery Stop!
Monday December 4th 5pm, 6pm and 7pm.
Kids will arrive and visit with Santa, create a handprint plate or ornament (we’ll do the finishing work!) and receive an ornament to paint while enjoying milk and cookies! You are encouraged to bring your cameras to capture these festive memories! Each seated attendee must have their own ticket.
This is for the 6pm session.
Choose from the following options for your Santa visit!
10″ Handprint with Santa Plate + One Ornament : $39+tax
Includes: one plate & one ornament per painter.
8″ “Carrots for Rudolph” Plate + One Ornament : $37+tax
Includes: one plate & one ornament per painter.
Great for past attendees or siblings!
3.5″ Ball Handprint Ornament + One Flat Ornament : $34+tax
Includes: one ball ornament & one flat ornament per painter.
Great for past attendees or siblings!
Want a bigger plate or have two kids?
Large 12″ Plate (up to two handprints) + Two Ornaments : $59+tax
Includes: one 12″ plate & two ornaments.
Two Ornaments only: $29+tax
Includes: two flat ornaments. Designed for adults who want to paint too!
This is a standing event for non painting adults. If you would like to have guaranteed seating by your child(ren) you are encouraged to purchase an ornament only package.
This is a private event. Space is limited and is expected to sell out. Early reservations and pre-payment are required to hold your spot! Registrations are non-refundable. Please contact us at (410) 480 0111 for immediate assistance or by email at info@thepotterystop.com.
10. Cookies with Santa at MyGym
December 8, 2017
Under 2 – 2-3pm and 5:45 – 6:45pm
Under 3 – 3:15 – 4:15pm
All ages 4:30 – 5:30pm and 7-8pm
t's a magical day when Santa comes to My Gym. Join Santa and his My Gym helpers for songs, music, playtime, cookies and bring your list!
Member $13 Non Member $21
11. Kupcakes with Santa
Kupcakes & Co Elkridge Store
December 10, 2017 10am -3pm
12. Breakfast with Santa” at The Other Barn in Oakland Mills
December 9, 2017 9am an 9:45am
Bring the family to enjoy a hot breakfast, holiday crafts, and a photo with Santa. Tickets are $5.00 for CA Residents ages 2 and up; $6.00 for non-CA Residents ages 2 and up. Advance ticket sales only at The Other Barn, 5851 Robert Oliver Place, Columbia. For additional information contact Brigitta Warren at events@oaklandmills.org or call 410-730-4610.
13. Lunch with Santa at Kings Contrivance Village
December 9, 2017 11:30am
Come to lunch, meet Santa and tell him all your wishes! Purchase tickets in advance: $5.50 CA assessed; $6 non-assessed. Price includes a craft, pizza and dessert, and a photo with Santa.
14. Deer Santa
Sunday December 10, 2017 12pm to 4pm at Robinson Nature Center
Santa’s reindeer have many skills. Delight in an afternoon of “Reindeer games” that test your skills against those of our four-legged friends in this family-friendly, self-guided adventure. Create holiday crafts, enjoy festive snacks, join us for an optional guided winter walk in the woods, and get a photo with Santa!
All ages / $15, child (over 1 year); $7, adult; Free, under 1 year / $2 off each individual's registration for Robinson Nature Center members. To register, call 410-313-0400.
15. Holiday Breakfast at Columbia Gym
December 16, 2017 9:30 am - 11:00 am
Celebrate and discover the many holidays of the season. Enjoy our multicultural holiday breakfast, music, holiday stories, arts and crafts and more! Register online or at Columbia Gym.
16. Santa’s Soaring Adventure
Terrapin Adventures
December 16, 2017 9:30am, 11:00am, 12:30pm, 2:00pm
Join Santa and his elves for a photo, decorating a stocking, listening to festive music, and snacking on holiday cookies. For children ages 5-10. Cost of stocking session: $10. Proceeds will go to HopeWorks, an organization providing support and advocacy for people in Howard County affected by domestic violence. Saturday, December 16, 2017 9:30am, 11am, 12:30pm, 2pm Guests may add Terrapin Explorer for discounted price of $22.50. Book Now: https://www.terrapinadventures.com/adventures/
17. Cookies & Craft with Santa
Kings Contrivance Village
December 16, 2017 2pm
Make a holiday craft, decorate cookies and have your photo taken with Santa. Purchase tickets in advance at Amherst House: $4 CA assessed; $4.50 non-assessed.
18. Triadelphia Lake View Farm (TLV)
Santa comes and visits the farm Saturday and Sunday from 10 am - 4 pm, stop in and get your picture taken with him. Don't forget to look around at the handmade wreaths, crafts, ornaments and Christmas Tree Stands.
