For many families, the holidays would not be complete without a visit to Santa! So we’ve put together this handy guide to help you know where to see Santa in Cedar Rapids!! Looking for more fun, family-friendly events?! Check out our Cedar Rapids Holiday Events Guide!!
Santa at Lindale Mall
November 12th-December 24th from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | Lindale Mall
Visit Santa in Lindale Mall in front of Von Maur!! Visits are free. You may pay for a professional photo or take your own. See the hours here.
Sensitive Santa
December 4th from 8:00-10:00 a.m. | Lindale Mall
Children with special needs and their families are invited to attend a private photo session where extra care is taken to support the sensory, physical and other developmental needs of children.
Pet Photos with Santa
December 11th from 6:00-7:30 p.m. | Lindale Mall
Bring in your pet and get a photo with Santa!! Visits are free. Professional photo packages are available.
Santa at Tanenbaum Forest (Amana)
Weekends November 25th-December 18th | Tanenbaum Forest in Amana
This Santa is one of our favorites! Head to the Tanenbaum Forest to visit Santa, see all of the amazing trees, and take part in the wonderful activities!! Live reindeer will be making a visit on December 10th!! See the hours and list of activities here.
Santa at Baby Time
November 26th from 12:30-2:30 p.m. | Baby Time
Jungling Photography and Baby Time will give you an opportunity to see Santa from 12:30-2:30 p.m. during their Small Business Saturday event. For $10 you can get your little one’s picture with Santa. You can choose a digital copy or a 4×6 print. Other packages as well as ornaments or wipe boards will be available to purchase.
Santa at the Farm
December 3rd from Noon-5:00 p.m. | Bass Family Farms
Come sit on Santa’s lap and tell him what is on your wish list! Grab a picture with Santa too! (Please bring your own camera) Shop our country store and pick up Christmas gifts for your loved ones! This is a FREE event! Join in on the fun!
Photos with Santa
December 3rd from 10:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m. | AE Photography
Come on down to AE Photography during the Very Cherry Holiday on December 3rd and get a photo with Santa! We will email you 1 digital image for free! No appointment needed! Just come between the times listed! All ages welcome!
Santa and His Reindeer Meet and Greet
December 3rd @ 4:00 p.m. | Cedar Rapids Public Library
Head to the downtown library for a chance to meet Santa and his reindeer!! Part of the Fire & Ice Festival.
Santa Claus is Coming to 42nd St.
December 9th from 2:00-5:00 p.m. | Collins Community Credit Union
Santa Claus is coming to Collins Community Credit Union’s 42nd Street branch on Friday, December 9 from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. Children will be able to get their photo taken with Santa, and free cookies and hot chocolate will be provided. We hope to see you there!
Community Holiday Celebration
December 10th from 9:00-11:00 a.m. | Physicians Clinic of Iowa
Santa is stopping by PCI Medical Pavilion! There will be craft/activity stations for the kids and cookies. Bring your own camera to take photos!
Do you know of some other great places to see Santa? Email us and let us know: info(at)cedarrapidsmomsblog.com. Looking for more fun Holiday events? Check out our Cedar Rapids Holiday Events Guide!! We also have an awesome #ShopCedarRapids2016 Holiday Shopping Guide to help you shop local for everyone on your list this year!!
Also this Saturday 12:30-2:30 at Baby Time. https://www.facebook.com/events/510286655833305/?ti=cl
We got it added!!
I called Lindale and they said you cannot use your own camera and can only purchase their photo package.
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Do you know of any dates for this Friday afternoon besides the mall?