Westchester County
Cross County Center – Yonkers
8000 Mall Walk, Yonkers, NY 10704
Santa greets families daily through December 24 at Center Court—no reservation required except on Christmas Eve. Enjoy a winter wonderland backdrop and packages starting at $39.99.
Book your visit at Cross County Center [westcheste…gazine.com], [newyorkfamily.com]
The Westchester – White Plains
125 Westchester Ave, White Plains, NY 10601
Santa’s Photo Experience runs daily through December 24, with special Sensory Santa and Pet Photos sessions. Reservations recommended.
Reserve your time slot [whiteplain…onikid.com], [whereissanta.com]
Jefferson Valley Mall – Yorktown Heights
650 Lee Blvd, Yorktown Heights, NY 10598
Santa visits daily by the food court through Christmas Eve. Includes special sensory-friendly and pet photo events. [westcheste…gazine.com], [newyorkfamily.com]
Stew Leonard’s – Yonkers
1 Stew Leonard Dr, Yonkers, NY 10710
Santa appears multiple days per week through December 24. Posed photos are complimentary in a snow-capped, Lego-style setting. [newyorkfamily.com]
Lasdon Park & Arboretum – Katonah
2610 Route 35, Katonah, NY 10536
Meet Santa at his cozy cottage as part of the “Holiday on the Hill” Train Show—includes festive treats and ornaments. [westcheste…gazine.com], [newyorkfamily.com]
Ridge Hill – Yonkers
1 Ridge Hill Blvd, Yonkers, NY 10710
Santa greets guests daily in his North Pole-style cottage. Reserve a time or enjoy walk-ins; note scheduled breaks.
Reserve at Ridge Hill [westcheste…gazine.com], [newyorkfamily.com], [ridgehill.com]
Hudson Valley
Poughkeepsie Galleria – Poughkeepsie
2001 South Road, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
Santa visits Center Court from November 21 through December 24. Reservation recommended; special pet photo nights (Dec 1 & 9) and sensory-friendly (Dec 7).
Reserve Santa time at Poughkeepsie Galleria [poughkeeps…iamall.com], [hudsonvall…iheart.com], [destinatio…tchess.com]
Shadows on the Hudson – Poughkeepsie
176 Rinaldi Blvd, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
Enjoy a magical brunch with Santa on December 7 (10:30 am–2 pm), featuring a multi-course menu and photo ops. [hvmag.com]
Festival of Lights – Poughkeepsie
Waryas Park, John Flowers Circle, Poughkeepsie, NY
Santa arrives by fire truck at this free city event on Dec 5 (5:30–7:30 pm), alongside a tree lighting, fireworks, music, and treats. [wpdh.com]
Village of Chatham WinterFest – Columbia County
Chatham, NY
Join Santa and Mrs. Claus during the WinterFest celebration on Dec 13 (11 am–4 pm), featuring festive shopping, cookie contests, carolers, and more. [hvmag.com]
Valatie WinterWalk & Parade – Columbia County
Main Street, Valatie, NY
On Dec 13 (4 pm), follow the parade to the gym for a visit with Santa post-tree lighting, among holiday music and family fun. [hvmag.com]
Capture the excitement on your little ones’ faces and make lifelong holiday memories with these festive Santa meet-and-greet events. Be sure to book in advance where possible, and don’t forget the candy canes! Here’s to a season filled with warmth, wonder, and Santa smiles.
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