Visit Santa Clause At Santa Monica Place

By: Toby Roberts
Around LA
November 18, 2022, 8:00 am
Photo Credits: Photo Courtesy of Santa Monica Place

Santa Monica Place will transform into a winter wonderland and offer an array of festive activities for the whole family to enjoy this holiday season.

Santa’s coming to town on November 19 and taking residence in the brand-new Santa House in Center Plaza through December 24. Visitors will have the chance to take photos with Santa and shoppers can bring their four-legged friends to meet Santa during Pet Nights on December 14^th and December 15^th. Pre-booking reservations are now open.

Throughout December, visitors and shoppers will catch special holiday entertainment by the dancing sensation, Santa Monica Beach Belles, a cappella performances by the Oceanaires, as well as DJ holiday sets, all set around the 50-foot iconic Christmas tree and festive décor in Center Plaza.

Other special holiday events include Breakfast with Santa where families will enjoy crafts, snacks, and kid-friendly musical performances along with an appearance by Santa. The event will take place December 3 from 9-10 am in the Food Court. In lieu of ticket sales, Santa Monica Place is asking for donations for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital®. A minimum $5 donation per child will be required to attend.

Nightly menorah lightings will take place December 18 – 26 to celebrate the Festival of Lights during the Hanukkah season.

SANTA HOURS

November 19-24

Monday – Saturday: 11 am – 7 pm

Sunday: 12 – 6 pm

Special Hours

Thanksgiving Day, November 24: CLOSED

Christmas Eve, December 24: 10am-4pm

PET PHOTOS WITH SANTA

Bring your four-legged friend to a special pet night and “sit” for a photo with Santa.*

December 14 & December 15: 4-7 pm

*Cats and dogs only. Please be sure to have your pet on a leash or in a pet carrier.