Santa is Back in Town! Where to Get Santa Photos in San Diego

It’s a Pawty at Westfield UTC

Santa is available for photos and he’d love to meet your favorite four-legged pal. Westfield UTC invites families to enjoy the time-honored tradition of taking their photo with the man in the big red suit, capturing the precious moment to be remembered for years to come. This year, Santa will be located near Macy’s and the Children’s play space. Families are encouraged to make a reservation. Safety measures will be in place throughout the experience. Guests will be given the option to have children stand next to Santa or be socially distanced by sitting on a bench in front of Santa More information can be found here. 

Special Santa Paws Event is scheduled for Dec 6, 4-8 PM; Dec 13, 4-8 PM. More info here

Say Hello to Santa at Old Poway Park

Don’t miss your chance to visit with Santa at Old Poway Park on Dec. 11 from 3:30 to 8:30 pm! This free event will take you back in time with caroling, live music, horse-drawn hayrides, and so much more. Purchase tasty holiday treats, finish your Christmas shopping at the craft boutique, or board the Poway Midland Railroad for a night-time ride around the park. Children of all ages will enjoy the annual lighting of the community Christmas tree at 5:15 pm. followed by Santa’s arrival, free crafts and model trains.

Free shuttles to and from the event will be available from two locations: Poway City Hall parking lot, located at 13325 Civic Center Drive, and Poway Adult School parking lot, located at 13626 Twin Peaks Road. Shuttles will run throughout the event, beginning at 3 p.m. and leaving Old Poway Park for the last trip at 9 p.m. Admission is free. 

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See St. Nick at Seaport Village

Capture the magic of the holiday season in a photo with Seaport’s resident Santa Claus. Families can stop by Santa’s new location by the food court (previously Wyland Gallery) to strike a pose with jolly Kris Kringle.  Cost is $40 for a flash drive with captured photos. Santa’s schedule can be found here; no appointment is necessary.

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#TisTheSeasun at Del Mar Highlands Town Center

Get into the holiday spirit with a family photo with Santa at the Del Mar Highlands Town Center this Christmas. Santa and Mrs. Claus will be there all throughout the holiday season, welcoming boys and girls and posing for photos! This year, you can enjoy #TisTheSeasun decor throughout the outdoor shopping center which includes a larger-than-life igloo, interactive and singing Christmas tree as well as lights for as far as the eye can see!

Check Del Mar Highlands’ Facebook & Instagram pages for updates. Santa’s visit times vary by day.

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