Where to See Santa in Westchester this Year
The season to see Santa starts now! In Westchester, you can catch him – and some visits from Mrs. Claus, too – at many local malls, grocery stores, and restaurants. Be sure to book these experiences ahead as many sell out quickly.
Use this key to jump down to the holiday experience your family is looking for this season!
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Photos with Santa
Select dates from now until December 23rd, various times
Santa’s Village at American Christmas
The magic of Christmas is alive at Santa’s Village at American Christmas. This magical holiday experience features an a 10,000-square-foot illuminated walk-through experience of Santa’s Village. This includes larger-than-life displays, several Dickens interactive vignettes, 100 mesmerizing animatronics, illuminated scenes, massive Christmas trees, and a section for a seated photo opportunity, which will include visits from Santa on some days. American Christmas, 30 Warren Place, Mount Vernon, NY 10550.
Available now until December 24th, various times
The Westchester (White Plains)
Get your picture taken with Santa at The Westchester. Santa will be located on retail level 1 (near Nordstrom). All guests have to secure their spot and make a reservation here. Additionally, children with special needs will get an exclusive experience with Caring Santa on December 8th. They even offer a pet night where you can bring your four-legged pal to take pictures with Santa on December 1st. The Westchester, 125 Westchester Avenue, White Plains, NY.
Thursday, November 14th-Tuesday, December 24th
Santa Photos at the New Santa House – Cross County Shopping Center (Yonkers)
Capture a magical photo of your family inside Santa’s winter wonderland cabin. Photos are taken at the Center Court, between Gap and Bath & Body Works; Reservations are strongly recommended and can be made through the center’s website. Cross County Shopping Center, 8000 Mall Walk, Yonkers, NY.
Sunday, November 24th-Tuesday, December 24th, various times
Ridge Hill (Yonkers)
Visit Santa at Ridge Hill for holiday photos at Suite 1120 (next to Starbucks). Book a reservation in advance to guarantee your picture and visit with Santa. Ridge Hill, 1 Ridge Hill Blvd., Yonkers, NY.
Sunday, November 24th-December 31st, various times.
Westchester’s Winter Wonderland (Vahalla)
See Santa from your car during Westchester’s Winter Wonderland. This popular drive-thru experience includes 1.2 miles of lights and crowd favorites with the 175-foot glowing tunnel, new live characters, and much more. Tickets are $35 per car.
For a special treat, head to the Kensico Dam on December 4th to spot several Santas. Support our incredible county parks system by joining the Westchester Parks Foundation for its inaugural Santa Fun Run. This non-competitive fun run offers participants a unique opportunity to run or walk through the Westchester Winter Wonderland light show. Participants are encouraged to dress as Santa, a reindeer, an elf, or any of their favorite holiday characters. Kensico Dam, Vahalla, NY.
Friday, November 29th-Tuesday, December 24th
Photos with Santa: Every Friday through Sunday from 12:00pm to 6:00pm
Snap A Selfie with Santa (Norwalk)
Capture magical moments with St. Nick as you shop at The SoNo Collection. Families can enjoy free pictures with Santa in the fun Santa’s Candy Shop! Share with loved ones, post on social media, and create memories. Bloomingdales Court, Level 1; 100 N. Water St., Norwalk, CT 06854
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Friday, November 29th-Tuesday, December 24th
Photos with Santa Monday – Friday, 12pm – 6pm; Saturday, 9am – 6pm; Christmas Eve, 9am – 3pm; Closed Sundays
Greenwich Reindeer Festival & Santa’s Workshop (Greenwich)
Visit Sam Bridge Nursery & Greenhouses to have their photo taken with Santa, meet reindeer, and enjoy Santa’s Workshop, including an interactive “Letter Writing to Santa Station” and a “Reindeer Coloring Station.” Dogs are also permitted to visit and take photos with Santa. Additionally, a portion of all photos with Santa will be donated to Kids In Crisis, a non-profit organization based in Greenwich. Free parking. Sam Bridge Nursery & Greenhouses, 437 North Street Greenwich, CT 06830.
Friday, November 22nd-Tuesday, December 24th various times
Jefferson Valley Mall (Yorktown Heights)
Get your child’s picture taken with Santa at the Jefferson Valley Mall. Santa arrives on November 25th from 10:00am-11:00am, along with a tree lighting by Bath and Body Works. Reserve your time slot at JeffersonValleyMall.com. Jefferson Valley Mall, 650 Lee Blvd., Yorktown Heights, NY.
Saturday, November 30th-Sunday, January 5th
Holidays on the Hill Annual Train Show (Katonah)
Enjoy a special experience with the Holidays on the Hill Annual Train Show, along with a visit to see Santa. Santa’s cottage is located on the Conservatory Plaza opposite the Glass House Conservatory. Children can leave drop letters to Santa at the Elf Post Office or give it to the man himself during their visit! Times to visit with Santa are coordinated with your scheduled ticket time to see the train show. Lasdon Park & Arboretum, 2610 NY-35, Katonah, NY.
Saturday, December 2nd from 12:00pm-3:00pm
Light up Larchmont (Larchmont)
The Village of Larchmont invites the community to a Family Fun Day on Saturday, December 7th filled with holiday festivities. From 10:00 am to 12 pm, families can enjoy carols performed by the Artistree Community Theater Singers at the corner of Chatsworth and Palmer Avenues. Children will also have the chance to meet Elsa and Olaf from Disney’s Frozen at Larchmont Avenue and Gilder Street. Between 12:00 pm and 3:00 pm.
Families will also get the chance to share their wished with Santa and Rudolph at Pocket Park on Palmer Avenue, and take part in horse-drawn sleigh rides offered between two designated stops. The day will close out with the Find Frosty Scavenger Hunt at 5:00 pm. The event will also feature complimentary 2-hour on-street parking, provided by the Village of Larchmont. various locations
Saturday, December 9th and Monday, December 16th 10:00am-3:00pm
Santa at Boscobel (Garrison)
Visit Santa at Boscobel in the Winter Garden. Guests can take their pictures and talk with Santa Claus. Tickets are $14 per adults and $4 for kids ages 4-18 years old. Along with visits to Santa, guests can enjoy the new Winter Garden and Boscobel’s seasonally-festooned landscape. Boscobel, 1601 Route 9D, Garrison, NY, 10524.
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Breakfast with Santa in Westchester and Surrounding Area
December 7th; 8th; 15th; 21st; 22nd; 28th and 29th from 10:00am-2:00pm
Breakfast with Santa (Rye)
Enjoy a buffet-style breakfast with Santa on select weekends at the Barley Beach House. Breakfast is $25 per person and children under age three eat for free! All guests receive a photo with Santa.
This year the Barley Beach House will also be offering families the opportunity to have dinner with Santa! Enjoy a four-course prix fixe menu, including a savory soup, fresh salad, and a choice of Prime Rib, Airline chicken, or Salmon, followed by a chocolate fondue dessert. Adults can enjoy this meal for $65, which includes a bottle of wine per pair, while kids’ tickets are $45 and come with a photo with Santa and a special gift. The Barley Beach House, 95 Dearborn Avenue Rye, NY 10580.
Saturday, December 21st & Sunday, December 22nd from 8:30am – 10:00am
Breakfast with Santa 2024 at Applebee’s (Yonkers & Cortlandt)
Santa Claus will join local families for a Breakfast with Santa event at two Applebee’s locations in Westchester County. Families can enjoy classic breakfast items like eggs, pancakes, and sausage, along with a fun photo opportunity with Santa and a raffle. Tickets are $15 per person and can be purchased at participating Applebee’s or on Eventbrite. The first Breakfast with Santa event will take place at Applebee’s on Executive Blvd in Yonkers on December 21 and in Cortlandt, Mohegan Lake, on December 22. 2 Executive Blvd, Yonkers, NY 10701 & 3127 E Main St, Mohegan Lake, NY 10547
Saturday December 14th from 10:00 am – 11:00 am
Meet Santa Claus at Stew Leonard’s (Yonkers)
Families can enjoy a magical Breakfast with Santa and his friends at Stew Leonard’s in Yonkers. Families will be treated to a delicious buffet filled with tasty breakfast items that everyone will love. Tickets for this festive event will go on sale starting November 20th and must be purchased in advance through Eventbrite.com.
Guests are encouraged to inform the event coordinator after booking if they’d like to be seated together. Additionally, if anyone in their group has food or latex allergies, it’s important to report these to the hosts. Stew Leonard’s, 1 Stew Leonard Drive, Yonkers, NY, 914.375.4700.
Sunday, December 15th from 11:30am-1:30am
Brunch with Santa at the Regency Hotel
Experience the magic of the holidays at the Royal Regency Hotel in Yonkers. On Sunday, December 15th from 11:30am to 1:30pm, the annual Brunch with Santa will bring families brunch favorites, including fluffy pancakes and savory scrambled eggs.
Children will get to meet Santa, share their wishlist, and enjoy lots of other fun activities. Bring the family out to enjoy some fun holiday activities like face painting, balloon art, gingerbread cookie decorating, and a creative coloring station. 165 Tuckahoe Road Yonkers, NY 10710
Santa Special Appearances
Sunday, December 1st from 12:00pm-5:00pm
Frosty Day (Armonk)
The annual homecoming of Frosty the Snowman, Frosty Day, will take in Armonk and will be happening on Sunday, December 1st, featuring a variety of free family-friendly activities starting at noon, leading up to the Frosty Parade at 4 pm. The event includes entertainment such as miniature trains, animated animals, a bubble truck, an appearance from Santa, along with local shops offering cookie decorating and Frosty-making activities.
Following the parade, which will travel through downtown and the Historic District, there will be a holiday lighting ceremony and sing-along at Wampus Brook Park. Over 40 local groups will participate, celebrating the spirit of Frosty, who has a special connection to the town through lyricist Steve Nelson.
Saturday, December 7th from 1:30pm-5:30pm
Our Place, Meet and Greet with Santa (Yorktown)
On Saturday, December 7th, Santa will visit Our Place from 1:30 pm to 5:30 pm. Families can book a 10-minute time slot for $10, and they are encouraged to bring their own cameras to capture memories. Reservations can be made by emailing Melanie@ourplaceyorktown.com, but spaces are limited. 334 Underhill Avenue, Yorktown Heights, NY, 10598
Saturday, December 7th at 6:00pm
Yorktown Electric Lights Parade (Yorktown)
On December 7th, the community of Yorktown will host the 13th Annual Holiday Electric Lights Parade, beginning at 6:00 pm, followed by the Tree Lighting Ceremony at Jack DeVito Veteran Memorial Field and Track at 7:00 pm. The parade will start on Front Street, turning left onto Underhill Avenue, right onto Commerce Street, and then proceeding towards the Firehouse. It will continue on Commerce Street before making a right onto Veterans Road, concluding at the Tree Lighting venue. Santa will be making a special appearance in the parade driving by in a fire truck.
Saturday, December 7th from 3:00pm to 8:00pm
Winterfest (Tuckahoe)
The Winterfest celebration in Depot Square, Tuckahoe, is set for Saturday, December 7th, from 3:00pm to 8:00pm. Families can enjoy a variety of holiday entertainment and delicious offerings from food vendors. A highlight of the event includes face painting, an appearance from Santa, and train rides throughout the day. The event will close out with a special Tree Lighting and Menorah Lighting ceremony. Depot Square, Tuckahoe, NY 10707
Saturday, December 7th from 3:00pm to 8:00pm
Town of Somers Holiday Celebration (Somers)
The community is invited to celebrate the holiday season together at the Somers Holiday Celebration. Starting at 3:00pm, families can participate in the Nativity Scene Dedication, sponsored by the Knights of Columbus. From 3:30pm to 5:00pm, take photos with Santa, enjoy a festive sing-along, and more.
The festivities will conclude at 5:00pm with the Christmas Tree Lighting, where Supervisor Scorrano, Santa, and Town Board Members will spread holiday cheer. Elephant Hotel, 335 US-202, Somers, NY 10589
