You better be good for goodness’s sake because Santa Claus is coming to town! Explore our list of locations to see the big man himself, including at the Reliant Lights Mayor’s Holiday Spectacular. He may even bring his trusty sidekick Rudolph along for the ride!
Hang Out With Santa in Houston and Surrounding Areas
Santa’s Wonderland in College Station
(November 15 – December 30 | Times Vary | $56.95 adults, $51.99 children (pre-season discounts available)
Black Santa Houston
The Black Santa Houston’s mission is to inspire and uplift Black children by providing positive representation through the iconic figure of Santa Claus. Santa will be making many appearances in the Houston area in 2023- check his schedule for times and locations!
Sundays with Santa at Green Mountain Energy Ice at Discovery Green
Sundays Nov. 24, Dec. 1, 15 & 22 | 4:00pm-5:00pm | General admission,
Children of all ages are invited to skate with a Santa Claus of different backgrounds.
Breakfasts With Santa
Breakfast with Santa at Lonestar Flight Museum
December 7 | 8:30am-12:00pm
This exclusive holiday event will start with the crowd-favorite of seeing St. Nick arrive in our vintage PT-17 Stearman plane! The North Pole native will then join ticket holders for a VIP breakfast experience. Breakfast guests and museum visitors will be able to take photos with Santa.
Breakfast with Santa a Hometown Heroes Park (League City)
December 14 | 8:30am- 10:30 | $20 Residents, $30 non-residents
Come to League City for a yummy pancake breakfast with all the fixings. There will be activities, giveaways, and photos with Santa!
Breakfast with Santa at the Kemah Aquarium
December 7, 8, 14, 21-24 | Call for times and pricing
Santa is stopping by the Aquarium this holiday season! Enjoy a delicious breakfast with the man in the red suit and the mascot, Sharkey! Please call to reserve in advance. (Reservations Required)
Breakfast with Santa at the Downtown Aquarium
December 7, 8, 14, 21-24 | Call for times and pricing
Santa is stopping by the Aquarium this holiday season! Enjoy a delicious breakfast with the man in the red suit and the mascot, Sharkey! Please call to reserve in advance. (Reservations Required)
Breakfast with Santa in Sugarland
November 30 | 9:00am- 11:00am | $15/person, kids 5 and under free
Come for a jolly morning feast with Santa himself, proudly supported by Sugar Land Masonic Lodge #1141.
Breakfast with Santa and the Grinch at the Woodlands Resort
December 7, 8, 14, 15, 21, 22 | 9:00am-1:00pm |$40 adults, $20 kids 6-12, kids 0-5 free
Come for a yummy breakfast at Harrison’s at The Woodlands Resort and get pictures with Santa and the Grinch. This event is sure to provide lifelong memories for your family!
Breakfast with Santa at Moody Gardens
December 14, 15, 21-23 | Seatings at 8:30am and 10:00am | $45.66 adults, $28.81 kids 4-12, under 3 free
Leading up to Christmas, be entertained with Breakfast with Santa! Indulge in breakfast favorites like waffles, eggs, and bacon. Take a memorable photo before the jolly man sets off to deliver presents all around the world!
Mall and Retail Santa Sightings
Santa at Katy Mills
November 14– December 24 | Check website for times
Katy Mills has a great Houston area Santa photo experience. Look for him in Neighborhood 6 by American Eagle.
Santa at The Galleria
November 8 – December 24th | Check website for times
Houston Galleria’s Santa is known to be one of the best around. Look for him on the first floor between Macy’s and Nordstrom!
Santa at Memorial City Mall
November 4 – December 24 | check website for times
You’ll find Santa and his elves at St. Nick’s Park, located in the Dillard’s wing. Come visit and have your photo taken with the big man himself.
Santa Sightings at Other Houston Area Malls
Check website for times and specific locations
In addition to traditional pictures with Santa, these malls are also offering Pet Photos with Santa and a sensory-friendly day (Santa Cares Day).
First Colony Mall
The Woodlands Mall
Baybrook Mall
Willowbrook Mall
Deerbrook Mall
Santa’s Wonderland at Bass Pro Shops
November 3 – December 24th | Check website for times and locations around Houston
Have the full Houston Santa experience at area Bass Pro Shops in Houston! This year, make a reservation online that includes your designated time slot to see Santa, then explore Santa’s Wonderland or shop the store without waiting in line. As always, pictures are FREE, but book your time with the jolly guy early! They’re going fast!
Looking for more holiday fun?
Head over to The Ultimate Guide to Holidays in Houston!
Please Note: While we make every effort to crosscheck current links and holiday events on our guides, we always encourage you to do the same before making final plans. If details are missing or incorrect, please let us know so that we can make every attempt to correct them. And if you know of any other holiday happenings around town, include them in the comments to keep the list going as well!
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