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Santa Sightings!

Where to find Santa near Upland, Claremont and La Verne

By Natalie Sanchez - Macaroni Kid Upland-Claremont-La Verne November 9, 2023

Santa visits are back, and we are THRILLED!

There is nothing like that annual visit to take pictures with Santa and create lasting memories.
Malls and stores have gotten a little creative when it comes to visiting with Jolly Old St. Nick, so make sure you check guidelines and procedures before you make plans to go. Most places will allow you to make a reservation or appointment, which should help with wait times.

Below, you will find a list of local places with links where you can snap a photo with Santa. Be sure to check back often because we will update the list once more information is released. 


Santa Wonderland @ Bass Pro Shop - (Rancho Cucamonga) 
Santa has arrived! Visit Santa and Bass Pro Shop and get a FREE photo! Advance registration is required. Registrations are available up to seven days in advance and fill up quickly, so keep checking back if there is no time available.
Cost: FREE 4x6 Photo with Santa. Additional packages are available for purchase. 


Santa Visits @ Montclair Place (Montclair)
Santa arrives at Montclair Place on Friday, November 10! Advanced reservations get to lock in their date and time of choice, get a free phone call from Santa and free access to "My photo" all holiday season.
Cost:Photo packages start at $39.99


Santa Photo Experience at Ontario Mills (Ontario)
Santa Photo Experience! Santa arrives on Friday, November 10. A reservation is required.
Ontario Mills also hosts "Santa Cares" Nights exclusively for children with special needs.  Reserve your appointment for a private photo experience.
Cost: Photo packages start at $39.99


Free Photos with Santa at Haven City (Rancho Cucamonga)
Grab the kids and your smiles and join in for festive fun with the man in red, only at Haven City Market!⁠
December 2 ⁠
Cost: Free


Photos with Santa at Victoria Gardens (Rancho Cucamonga)
Make this holiday magical by visiting St. Nick! Take photos with Santa and create magical moments for you and your family. Reservations are encouraged. Visits begin November 10th.
Victoria Gardens also hosts "Pet Nights" where you can capture photos with your pets and Santa, as well as "Santa Cares" Nights exclusively for children with special needs.  Reserve your appointment for a private photo experience.
Cost: Photo packages start at $39.99


Priceless Pets Christmas Photos with Santa (Claremont) Saturday, December 9
 Bring your whole family, human & fur! Shop, eat, and take some photos with Santa! All proceeds will go directly to our homeless animals.


Santa at Plaza West Covina (West Covina)
Santa Arrives on November 17! Visit Santa in Santa’s Village is located on the first level near Forever 21. Reservations are strongly recommended – walk-ins are allowed as schedule permits but cannot be guaranteed. 

Cost: Photo packages start at $39.95


Santa's Hotline (Phone call)
This is a direct "hotline" to Santa Claus! 1-605-313-4000. Kids of all ages can call Santa's hotline and leave their Christmas Wish List on his answering machine.

Cost: Standard calling and messaging charges may apply


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