Where to visit Santa and Mrs. Claus in Utah County this season
Its the holiday season and that means kids throughout the county are waiting to get some face time with Santa Claus. If you are looking for somewhere to meet the jolly old elf, here are 13 places in Utah County where he will make an appearance.
Santa at the Shops at Riverwoods
Santa Claus interacts with young children during the annual Lighting of Riverwoods event Friday, Nov. 18, 2016, at The Shops at Riverwoods in Provo. DOMINIC VALENTE, Daily Herald
Santa Claus is coming to the Shops at Riverwoods through Christmas Eve.
When: Mondays-Saturdays through Dec. 22 (excluding Thanksgiving Day), 5-8 p.m.
Where: The Shops at Riverwoods, 4801 N. University Ave., Provo
More info: http://shopsatriverwoods.com/event/visit-santa-at-the-shops-at-riverwoods/
Photos with Santa at Provo Towne Centre
Visit and have photos taken with Santa Claus in the upper level rotunda of the Provo Towne Centre Food Court. The mall also will have a Santa Welcome Day at 10 a.m. on Dec. 7.
When: Nov. 29-Dec. 24, time varies by date
Where: Provo Towne Center, 1200 Towne Centre Blvd., Provo
More info: https://provotownecentre.com/events/photos-with-santa-nov-29-dec-24/
Santa's Village at University Place
Nikolas and Aurora Adams have their picture taken inside the Santa Claus photo booth Wednesday, Dec. 18, 2013 inside University Place in Orem. Alex Goodlett/Daily Herald
University Place will have a special Santa Village in Alpine Court. The visits are complimentary, but photo purchases are available for purchase. Each kid will also get a special treat as well.
When: Nov. 29-Dec. 15 from 10 a.m.-9 p.m.; Dec. 16-23 from 10 a.m.-10 p.m.; Dec. 24, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Where: University Place; 575 E. University Parkway, Orem
More info: https://universityplaceorem.com/events/santas-village-5
Santa’s Wonderland at Lehi Cabela’s
Get free pictures with Santa and participate in other free Christmas crafts and activities at Cabela’s in Lehi.
When: Through Dec. 24, times vary by date
Where: Cabela’s, 2502 Cabela’s Blvd., Lehi
More info: https://cabelas.com/category/Santas-Wonderland/2160692280.uts
Lehi Silent Santa
Santa Claus listens to the Christmas wishes of 3-year-old Jordan and 2-year-old Cara Richardson of Lehi on Wednesday, December 16, 1998.
As part of Lehi’s Family Week, the city will host a Silent Santa, giving children with sensory sensitivity the opportunity to spend one-on-one time with Santa. Registration is required.
When: Nov. 30, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Where: Lehi Legacy Center; 123 N. Center St., Lehi
More info: https://facebook.com/events/413091772954459/
Quiet Santa at University Place
Lydia Wiscombe, of Highland, throws a toy snowball at Santa Claus as she's accompanied by Heather Lott, a student volunteer from Utah Valley University, during a Quiet Santa session Thursday, Dec. 6, 2018, at University Place in Orem. Isaac Hale, Daily Herald
Children with sensory sensitivity will have the opportunity to spend one-on-one quiet time with Quiet Santa in a location specifically chosen and decorated for sensory sensitivity children. Registration online.
When: Dec. 2-6, 8-10 a.m. and Dec. 9-13, 5-7 p.m.
Where: University Place; 575 E. University Parkway, Orem
Cost: Free
More info: https://universityplaceorem.com/events/quiet-santa-11/
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Visit Santa at the Springville Library
Visit the Springville Library to get photos with Santa Claus.
When: Dec. 2 and 9, 7-9 p.m.,; Dec. 7 and 14, 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
Where: Springville Library; 45 S. Main St., Springville
Mrs. Santa Claus is Coming to Town at the Pleasant Grove Library
Hear stories, take photos and tell Mrs. Claus your Christmas wishes at the library in Pleasant Grove.
When: Dec. 3, 6:30 and 7:30 p.m.
Where: Pleasant Grove City Library, 30 E. Center St., Pleasant Grove
More info: https://plgrove.org/library/
Breakfast with Santa at Thanksgiving Point
Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus interact with students during a breakfast with the public at Thanksgiving Point on Saturday, Dec. 3, 2016, in Lehi. DOMINIC VALENTE, Daily Herald
Celebrate the joys of the season with a festive celebration at “Breakfast With Santa.” A delicious breakfast will be served with visits from Santa Claus, Mrs. Claus and other favorite North Pole characters. Kids will enjoy dance contests, sing-a-longs, cookie decorating, games and crafts.
When: Dec. 7, 14, 21 at 8 a.m.
Where: Thanksgiving Point; 3003 N. Thanksgiving Way, Lehi
Cost: $25-$35
More info: https://thanksgivingpoint.org/events/breakfast-with-santa/
Sensory Santa Day at Provo Towne Centre
Kids with any special needs can visit Santa at a sensory-friendly event.
When: Dec. 8, 10 a.m.-11:30 a.m.
Where: Provo Towne Centre Mall; 1200 Towne Centre Blvd., Provo
More info: https://facebook.com/events/589917801756208/
Eagle Mountain Silent Santa
Eagle Mountain will host a Silent Santa event — one-on-one quiet time with Santa for children and adults with sensory sensitivity. The event is by appointment only and registration is required.
When: Dec. 13, 6-8 p.m.; Dec. 14, noon-5 p.m.
Where: Eagle Mountain City Hall; 1650 Stagecoach Run, Eagle Mountain
More info: https://eaglemountaincity.com/calendar/silent-santa
Saratoga Springs Silent Santa
Saratoga Springs will host an event for kids with special needs to meet Santa Claus without the hustle and bustle of the season. The event is free, but registration is required.
When: Dec. 14, Time TBA
Where: Saratoga Springs City Hall; 1307 Commerce Dr. #200, Saratoga Springs
More info: https://saratogaspringscity.com/608/Celebrate-in-Saratoga
Cookies with Mrs. Claus
Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus interact with students during a breakfast with the public at Thanksgiving Point on Saturday, Dec. 3, 2016, in Lehi. DOMINIC VALENTE, Daily Herald
Enjoy holiday treats with Mrs. Claus at Thanksgiving Point. Get the whole family together to drink hot cocoa, decorate cookies and write special letters to Santa.
When: Dec. 16-18, 6 p.m.
Where: Trellis Cafe, Ashton Gardens; 3900 Garden Drive, Lehi
More info: https://thanksgivingpoint.org/events/cookies-with-mrs-claus/
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