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Working on the Farm
Now through Dec. 17, 2023
Located in Mount Vernon, Skagit Acres is 25-acre farm serving as one-stop shop for plants, gifts, décor and delicious treats. Each weekend from now until Dec. 17, Santa will be entertaining guests from Noon to 5 p.m. on Fridays and 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays (reservations are required for the latter two). Your ticket includes up to four photos with Santa to be delivered by email or text – so instant gratification!
Working at the Filling Station
Dec. 15, 17, 20, 22 and 23, 2023
In North Seattle, Kringle’s magical filling station is a great place for families. Challenge your friends and family to Christmas Ski-Ball, Reindeer Games and Holiday Karaoke and pose beside Santa’s souped-up sleigh. Don’t forget to get your cup of steaming hot cocoa. It comes straight from the gas pump! The Kringles are personal friends with Santa and will be hosting the jolly old elf to the station on selected dates. His visiting hours vary, so be sure to visit Kringle’s website for correct times.
Chilling Out in Stanwood
Now through Dec. 23, 2023
Not only is The Lights of Christmas a fantastic drive-through adventure through larger-than-life Christmas light creations, it’s also a great place to chat with St. Nicolas and the Mrs. at Santa’s Village. Here, you can catch up with the Claus’, meet Frosty and Rudolph, hear a few jokes from Bruce the Spruce, visit the gift shop and munch on a few snacks too. Santa will be on hand for visiting with his friends every night until Dec. 23rd. Visit the Lights of Christmas website for dates and times.
Landing at the Space Needle
Dec. 2-3, 9-10, 16-17 and 23-24, 2023
Just like how the Space Needle is now covered in see-through glass, Santa’s all-glass sleigh fits right in. Accompanied by professional photographers and an elf or two, Santa will be stationed on the Needle’s Loupe, the world's only revolving glass floor. All guests will receive a free digital photo with the guy with each visit. Santa will be here from 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. each weekend (with two breaks from 12:00-12:30 and 2:00-2:45).
Scuba Diving
Now through Dec. 24
The holly jolly diver (their words, not ours) will be diving in the Seattle Aquarium’s 120,000-gallon tank. It’s quite the sight to see. And yes, he’ll take selfies with you – but you don’t have to get in the water. American Sign Language interpretation will be available during the dive on December 16, 2024.
Visiting Downtown Seattle
Now through Dec. 24, 2023
Santa returns to Downtown Nordstrom’s this year. Share your wish list and get a photo taken with the jolly fellow now through Christmas Eve. He’ll be there every day, but times vary, so be sure to check his schedule.
Shopping in Snohomish
Now through Dec. 23, 2023.
Santa loves the city of Snohomish so much he will be visiting many local shops all season long! He’ll be in town every Saturday and Sunday, but he will be visiting different shops, so be sure to check his schedule to see where you’ll be able to find him!
Setting Up Shop at the Mall
Of course, you’ll be able to find Santa at just about any mall in the area. Some locations like Alderwood and Northgate Malls will also be offering Santa Pet Pictures. And Tacoma Mall will be offering a Caring Santa providing private photo experiences for children with special needs. Check out the following mall websites sites to see what days and times to catch him: