Santa Photo Experience at Woodfield Mall
Visitors can kick off the holiday season by watching Santa parade around the mall alongside special guests from Conant and Schaumburg High School. The procession makes its way to the Ice Palace in the Grand Court. Families can gather to greet Santa on his first night of the season and participate in the photo experience.
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Plan Your Visit
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When
Hours
6:00PM.
Ages
All ages
Accessibility
The venue is ADA/AODA compliant.
Pets
Pets can visit Santa on the Pet Photos evenings of Nov 29 and Dec 6, and service animals are always welcome.
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Tips & Advice
- Book a Santa photo slot online to lock in your date and time and get the Shutterfly and Portable North Pole perks that come with reservations.
- Arrive during your 15-minute window, because each reserved slot is shared with up to five families.
- You can reschedule up to 48 hours before your visit, but cancelled reservations are not refunded and all sales are final.
- Leave the camera in your bag, because only the on-set professional photographers may take pictures of your visit with Santa.
- Download digital photos from myholidaymoments.com once they appear, about 24 hours after your visit, because they come down 30 days after the season ends.
Special Events & Promotions
- Pet Photos with Santa are on the Sunday evenings of Nov 29 and Dec 6.
- Caring Santa runs on the Sunday mornings of Dec 6 and Dec 13. It is a private, sensory-friendly session just for children with special needs, and each family needs only one reservation.
- Booking online gets you half off a Shutterfly order, 10 free holiday cards and a personalized Portable North Pole video message from Santa.
Links & Contact
Run by Simon Property Group
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Frequently Asked Questions
What happens at Santa's arrival?
Santa keeps up the tradition of parading around the mall with special guests from Conant and Schaumburg High School. The parade ends at the Ice Palace in Grand Court, where his photo season begins.
Do I need a reservation for Santa photos?
Reservations are strongly encouraged but not required, and walk-ups are welcome every day. Reserved 15-minute slots are shared with other families, up to five per slot.
Can I take my own photos with Santa?
No. Professional photographers are on set, so personal photography isn't allowed. Photo packages can be chosen online or on site after your visit.
Will Santa hold my baby?
Yes. Santa is experienced and gentle, and he focuses on safety and comfort for even the tiniest visitors.
Which entrance is best for Santa?
Use Entrance 1, between JCPenney and Nordstrom.
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