Seasonal & Holidays

Where To See Santa Near Berkeley This Christmas Season

You better not cry, you better not pout — Santa Claus is coming to town!

Here's where you can see Santa.
Here's where you can see Santa. (Shutterstock)

BERKELEY— Visits and pictures with Santa are treasured traditions for many Berkeley families. For them, there’s nothing quite like seeing jolly old St. Nick live and in person.

Santa is a bit scarce in Berkeley, but you don't have to go far to see him.

Santa will be at the sixth floor of Macy's Union Square in San Francisco through Dec. 24 from 10-1 p.m. at 2-7 p.m. on most days. Reservations are required. See here to make a reservation and for more information. Don't miss their cherished window displays!

JC Penney stores, including stores in Hayward, San Bruno, and San Francisco, are offering professional portraits with Santa through Dec. 18.

Santa arrived Nov. 5 at Bass Pro Shop Santa’s Wonderland and will hold court through Christmas Eve. Get a free 4x6 photo with Santa. Reservations are encouraged.


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