HOUSTON – Santa Claus is coming to town!
With Christmas just around the corner, Santa is paying an early visit to children in Houston.
With loosened COVID-19 protocols since the 2020 holiday season, walk-up options have returned; however, mall shoppers are strongly encouraged to make an advanced reservation for their meet and greet with Santa.
Here’s a list at photo-op locations across Houston:
Mall options
Baybrook Mall
Enhanced safety measures have been implemented. Cherry Hill Programs is offering both “Sit with Santa” and “Socially Distanced Santa” photo opportunities. Guests should follow local ordinances regarding mask mandates; however, guests may remove face coverings during photos.
Dates: Nov. 29 - Dec. 24
Reservations are encouraged. Click here to make a reservation.
Deerbrook Mall
Enhanced safety measures have been implemented. Cherry Hill Programs is offering both “Sit with Santa” and “Socially Distanced Santa” photo opportunities. Guests should follow local ordinances regarding mask mandates; however, guests may remove face coverings during photos.
Dates: Nov. 18 - Dec. 24
Reservations are encouraged. Click here to make a reservation.
The Galleria
Enhanced safety measures have been implemented. Cherry Hill Programs is offering both “Sit with Santa” and “Socially Distanced Santa” photo opportunities. Guests should follow local ordinances regarding mask mandates; however, guests may remove face coverings during photos.
Dates: Nov. 12 - Dec. 24
Reservations are encouraged. Click here to make a reservation.
Katy Mills Mall
Enhanced safety measures have been implemented. Cherry Hill Programs is offering both “Sit with Santa” and “Socially Distanced Santa” photo opportunities. Guests should follow local ordinances regarding mask mandates; however, guests may remove face coverings during photos.
Dates: Nov. 19 - Dec. 24
Reservations are encouraged. Click here to make a reservation.
Memorial City Mall
Increased safety measures have been implemented. VIP Holiday Photos is following all CDC-recommended guidelines and mall policies.
Dates: Nov. 13 - Dec. 24
Reservations are strongly suggested. Click here to make a reservation.
Willowbrook Mall
Enhanced safety measures have been implemented. Cherry Hill Programs is offering both “Sit with Santa” and “Socially Distanced Santa” photo opportunities. Guests should follow local ordinances regarding mask mandates; however, guests may remove face coverings during photos.
Dates: Nov. 12 - Dec. 24
Reservations are encouraged. Click here to make a reservation.
Theme/Water Park options
Big Rivers Waterpark
Big Rivers Waterpark’s inaugural Christmas at Big Rivers invites families to explore holiday lights and decorations and the opportunity to snap a photo with Santa.
Parking and event admission are FREE.
Dates: Friday and Saturday nights in December
Click here for more information.