Sometimes it's hard to find the right place and time to get one of your holiday items checked off the list. If you are looking to find some of the great ways to get a holiday photo, then this list is for you.
Sure you can hit the malls for a photo, but there are some special spots to check out that are a little more adventurous!
CHRISTIANA MALL
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Santa is at Christiana Mall for pictures with kids, pets and grownups alike. Check the online schedule to make an appointment, or to see what special days are set, like ugly sweater day and grandparents' day.
WHERE: Near the playground, outside of the Target entrance to the mall
WHEN: Sat, Nov 9 – Tue, Dec 24
HOURS:
Mondays-Saturdays: 10 a.m.-9 p.m.
Sundays: 11 a.m.-6 p.m.
PET HOURS:
Mondays: 5-8 p.m. (through Dec. 17)
MORE INFO: www.christianamall.com
Cabella's CHRISTIANA MALL
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Santa's Arrival - Special Hours! Saturday, November 16, 5-8PM
November 17-31
| FREE Photo with Santa (Bass Pass Required) | |||
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| Weekdays | 5–8PM | ||
| Saturday | 10AM–8PM | ||
| Sunday | 10AM–5PM |
Photos with Santa at Milburn Orchards
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Photos with Santa at Milburn Orchards
Santa will be in the Farm Market December 7th, 8th, 14th and 15th from 11 am-2pm. Stop by for a free photo with Santa! For more info: www.milburnorchards.com
Petco Pet Photos With Santa Claus
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December 7, 14 & 15 to get a picture of your pet with Santa Claus.
200 Center Blvd
Newark, DE 19702
(302) 894-0290
4491 Kirkwood Hwy
Wilmington, DE 19808
(302) 636-0860
693 Middletown Warwick Road
Middletown, DE 19709
(302) 828-9068
1574 N Dupont Hwy Suite 300
Dover, DE 19901
(302) 747-2292
Breakfast With Santa at Delaware Museum of Natural History
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Ring in the holiday season with family, friends, and a pancake breakfast at DMNH! Be sure to register early for this popular event, where we’ll offer breakfast at the Museum, followed by a visit with Jolly Ole Saint Nick! Breakfast includes pancakes, sausage, coffee, and juice (with vegan food options available). After breakfast, stick around to create a festive craft and visit Santa for a family photo op and special gift!
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SANTA CLAUS EXPRESS Wilmington and Western Railroad
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Why stand in line at the mall and wait to see Santa, when you can ride our train and have Santa come to you? The Jolly Old Elf rides the train and greets everyone on board, and gives all children a chocolate treat. Be sure to bring your camera and have Santa pose for pictures with your child during this 1½-hour round-trip to Ashland.
This departure is powered by one of our historic first-generation diesel locomotives.
RESERVATIONS RECOMMENDED
?THIS EVENT HAS ASSIGNED SEATING
SCHEDULE
DEPARTURE DATES & TIMES
Friday, November 29 | 10:30 AM, 12:30 PM |
Saturday, November 30 | 10:30 AM, 12:30 & 2:30 PM |
Sunday, December 1 | 10:30 AM, 12:30 & 2:30 PM |
Saturday, December 7 | 10:30 AM, 12:30 & 2:30 PM |
Sunday, December 8 | 10:30 AM, 12:30 & 2:30 PM |
Saturday, December 14 | 12:30 & 2:30 PM |
Sunday, December 15 | 12:30 & 2:30 PM |
Saturday, December 21 | 10:30 AM, 12:30 & 2:30 PM |
Sunday, December 22 | 12:30 & 2:30 PM |
Monday, December 23 | 12:30 & 2:30 PM |
Santa’s Coming to Kohl’s
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Kohl’s is once again welcoming Mr. Claus from the North Pole at all stores nationwide this holiday season. Due to an abundance of good little boys and girls, the ultimate gift giver himself will be in Kohl’s stores earlier than ever — and on four separate occasions throughout November and December for pictures with the whole family. Customers can stop by their local Kohl’s to visit with Santa in the toy department and snap a pic on their mobile devices with St. Nick — perfect for this year’s holiday cards. And new this year, Santa’s elves are sending him with new surprise gifts* from Disney, Mattel, LEGO and Play-Doh, each visit. That means free gifts from Santa on four separate days!
Santa’s sleigh will be stopping by Kohl’s stores nationwide on the following days from 1 - 3 p.m.:
- Sunday, November 3 - Kids will receive a free surprise gift from Disney
- Sunday, November 24
- Sunday, December 8
- Sunday, December 15
*One gift per child, while supplies last. Sorry, no rainchecks, returns or exchanges available for gifts.
Locations
401 Rocky Run PkwyWilmington, DE 19803
(302) 477-9780
4437 Kirkwood HwyWilmington, DE 19808
(302) 633-9960
2800 Pulaski HwyNewark, DE 19702
(302) 834-7300
601 S Ridge AveMiddletown, DE 19709
(302) 378-1620
299 N DuPont HwyDover, DE 19901
(302) 735-7610
CONCORD MALL
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Saturday, November 16th 10am. Santa will be available for photos in his home away from the North Pole until December 24th.
WHERE: In the center of the mall, near Macy's
WHEN: Saturday, Nov. 16-Dec. 24; off Thanksgiving
HOURS:
Mondays-Saturdays: 10 a.m.-9 p.m.
Sundays: 11 a.m.-6 p.m.
PET HOURS*:
Sunday Nov 17 and 24: 6:30-8 p.m.
*Dogs must be on a leash, cats in a carrier.
MORE INFO: www.facebook.com/ConcordMall/
Breakfast with Santa @ Brandywine Zoo
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December 14, 2019 - December 15, 2019
Brandywine Park, 1001 North Park Dr., Wilmington, DE 19802
(302) 571-7747Recurrence: Recurring daily
Time: 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Price: Member - $19.00; Non-Member - $22.00
Saturday, December 14 and Sunday, December 15, 2019: Breakfast with Santa, 9am-10am, Celebrate the holidays by enjoying a pancake, egg, & sausage breakfast with Santa! Share your holiday wishes with Santa, bring your camera to take photos with him and some animal friends, and enjoy a few up-close animal encounters all before the zoo opens. Plus, watch a few animals get their breakfast! Space is very limited for this event, so please register early. Breakfast is provided by Janssen’s Market. Fee: $22 Members: $19. All participants ages 18 months and up must pay program fee. Must register in advance: website or (302) 571-7747.
Bring your camera!
Holiday Open House at Rockwood Park & Museum
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December 6 & 7
Rockwood Park & Museum
Free shuttle and parking at 501 Carr Road
(302) 761-4340
Bring your family out for Holiday Open House with exceptional entertainment, fun festive crafts, costumed characters, refreshments, food trucks and FREE photos with Santa! The event also includes our Holiday Shoppe selling gifts for the whole family, wonderful performances by dance, music, and choral groups, tours of the holiday display in the museum, and a joyous light display in the gardens surrounding the Mansion and Carriage House.
Featuring performances by:
- Delaware Arts Conservatory with a preview of Snow Queen
- Kathryn Ciminello's School of Dance - youth dance groups
- Pieces of a Dream School of Dance - youth dance groups
- Imagination Players
- Bayard "Borchestra" - strings and percussion
- Small Wonder Jazz Singers & #Jazz Choir
- Dance Delaware
- Mount Pleasant Choir and Music Ensembles
- Citlali De Mexico
- Dance Jhankaar
Free parking and shuttle from Rockwood Office Park, 500 Carr Road in North Wilmington.
Delaware City's Christmas Tree Lighting and Photos with Santa
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11/30/2019 at 06:00 PM
Location: Battery Park
Address:
Delaware City, DE 19706
The Grinch & Santa Brunch at Chesapeake Inn
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Dec 7 at 10 AM – Dec 14 at 9:30 AM
| Chesapeake Inn Restaurant and Marina 605 Second Street, Chesapeake City, Maryland 21915 Straight from Mount Crumpit, The Grinch brings his special blend of mischief, turning your morning meal into an animated adventure. After you choose from delectable buffet selections, get your camera ready. Santa & The Grinch will make the rounds, stopping at every table to pose for photos. Will his heart grow three sizes bigger that day? Or will his belly? All we can say is watch out—he’s been known to steal his share of bacon here and there. December 7 & 14 - Showtimes 10am & 1:30pm **ADD A PHOTO WITH SANTA FOR ONLY $5.00 Costs Include: Entertainment, Buffet & Non-Alcoholic Beverages, Tax & Gratuities Doors open 15 mins prior to scheduled seating time. Includes full adult and childrens buffet. For all seating, groups must purchase tickets all together in one order. We cannot promise your entire group will be seated together unless you purchase your tickets accordingly at the time of purchase. Tables seat a maximum of 12 guests. This is a seated event so please make sure you are on time. The ticket you purchase is your reservation. No need to call ahead for a table reservation. The show works its way around our entire space so every seat is just as MAGICAL! For tickets, click here. |
DOVER MALL
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Santa's set-up in Dover will be ready for visitors Friday, Nov. 16, and will be up through Christmas Eve.
Caring Santa will be held during private mall hours. Sun, December 1, 2019 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM EST
Please join us for a private photo experience for children with special needs and their families.
Children will have the opportunity to visit with Santa and have their photo taken with him. We will make the necessary adjustments to the environment to support the sensory, physical and other developmental needs of children of all abilities for this special event.
Visitors can reserve a fast pass online to skip the line at Santa's, and to reserve a spot for the Caring Santa event. RSVP
WHEN: Friday, Nov. 15, through Dec. 24; off Thanksgiving
HOURS*:
November 15th: 11AM – 8 PM
November 16th: 10AM – 8PM
November 17th: 12PM – 6PM
November 18-20th: 11AM – 8PM
November 22nd and 23rd: 10AM – 8 PM
November 24-27th: 11AM – 6PM
November 28th (Thanksgiving): CLOSED
November 29th: 11AM – 8:30PM
November 30th: 10AM – 8:30PM
December 1st: 10:30AM – 6PM (Caring Santa 8AM - 10AM)
December 2nd-6th: 11AM – 8 PM
December 7th: 10AM – 8:30PM
December 8th: 11AM – 6PM (Pet Photo Night 6PM - 8PM)
December 9-13th: 10AM – 8:30PM
December 14th: 9AM – 9PM
December 15th: 10AM – 7PM
December 16th-21st: 9AM – 9PM
December 22nd and 23rd: 10AM – 9PM
December 24th: 8AM – 6PM
PET HOURS:
Sundays, Dec. 8 from 6-8 p.m.
MORE INFO: www.simon.com/mall/dover-mall/stores/santa-photo-experience/stream/its-santa-photo-time-6036795
SANTA'S HOUSE ON THE REHOBOTH BEACH BOARDWALK
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Santa's house has been delivered and placed on the boardwalk. Now we just have to wait for the man in red to arrive.
He gets into town in time for the annual tree lighting on Friday, Nov. 29, which brings thousands to Rehoboth Beach.
Friday, November 29, 2019 (Opening Night and Rehoboth Tree Lighting) · 4:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Sunday, December 1, 2019 · 1 PM - 3 PM
Sunday, December 8, 2019 · 1 PM - 3 PM
Sunday, December 15, 2019 · 1 PM - 3 PM
Sunday, December 22, 2019 · 1 PM - 3 PM
Santa’s House is located on the Rehoboth Boardwalk at the end of Rehoboth Avenue! Make sure to stop by and tell Santa your Christmas wish list! There is no charge to visit Santa; donations are appreciated. Remember to bring your camera!
For the full schedule, check www.beach-fun.com/holiday-fun.html
WHERE: On the Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk, near the Bandstand
HOURS:
Friday, Nov. 29: 4-8:30 p.m.
Sundays, Dec. 1, 8, 15, and 22: 1-3 p.m.
SANTA CLAUS HOUSE IN MILFORD
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With sirens blasting, Santa will arrive in town riding on a fire truck and escorted by the police on Shop Small Saturday, Nov. 24 at 11:00. He will be in his house listening to the dreams and wishes of children every Friday evening 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. and on Saturdays and Sundays from 11:00 to 3:00 until the weekend before Christmas. As always, all children age 12 and under who visit will receive a free picture with Santa, a candy cane, a stocking filled with candy and a chance to win one of our weekly drawings for a Downtown Milford gift certificate.
WHERE: Santa Claus House is on Walnut Street at the Riverwalk, Milford
WHEN: Weekends from Saturday, Nov. 24, through Sunday, Dec. 22
HOURS:
Fridays: 5-8 p.m. through Dec. 20
Saturdays & Sundays: 11 a.m.-3 p.m. through Dec. 22