Pictures with Santa near Natick & Wellesley

Ongoing Santa Photo Stops (2023)

Santa’s Elevator at the Natick Mall

2023: Nov 9 through Dec 24
Daily, Advance Tickets Strongly Encouraged

Travel to the North Pole in a unique magical elevator for a photo with Santa. Reservations are full for 2023, and walk-ups are welcome but the line will likely be long on weekends. Pricing starts at $40. Details here

Bass Pro Santa’s Wonderland:  Patriot Place, Foxboro & Cabela’s, Hudson

2023: Nov 4 through Dec 24
Reservations Required

Free photo with Santa. Kids can mail their letter to Santa and bring home a craft kit. All activities + photo are free. Additional packages available for purchase. Details here

Reserve in advance online. Each day opens 7 days in advance. Bass Pro spots fill almost immediately. Cabela’s spots tend to last longer before filling. Walk-ins may be accommodated if space allows– this will be more likely at Cabela’s.

The Shops at Chestnut Hill

2023: Nov 17 through Dec 24

Times vary, see full schedule and reserve online in advance.

Walpole Mall, Route 1

2023: Nov 24 – Dec 24
Fri-Sun through 12/10
Then daily 12/13 through 12/24

This Santa typically has very little to no wait, even on the weekend. Approximately $25+ for a package or for a digital copy. Local parents often mention this as the easiest reliable high-quality Santa photo opp. Details here

Santa at Solomon Pond Mall, Marlborough

2023: Nov 18 through Dec 24
Daily, Advance Tickets Encouraged

Santa will be at Solomon Pond to hear wishlists and pose for photos. Photo packages are available for purchase. Pricing starts at $40. Details here

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