Seasonal & Holidays

Santa Claus Is Coming Back To Town At The Shops At Chestnut Hill

Find out when Santa will appear at the mall this holiday season and how to reserve a time to meet him.

Santa Claus is scheduled to appear daily at The Shops at Chestnut Hill from Friday to Dec. 24.
Santa Claus is scheduled to appear daily at The Shops at Chestnut Hill from Friday to Dec. 24. (Shutterstock )

CHESTNUT HILL, MA — Simon Property Group has announced details about Santa's annual residency at The Shops at Chestnut Hill.

Beginning on Friday, and lasting until Dec. 24, Santa will appear daily in the Center Court, Lower Level at the mall, which is located at 199 Boylston St. Santa's hours vary depending on the day.

According to event organizers, attendees are encouraged to make reservations to meet with Santa. Those who do make reservations will receive a phone call from Santa and will have free access to MyPhoto all holiday season, organizers said.

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Walk-up guests also are welcome.

From 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. on Dec. 3, the mall will host Caring Santa. This private photo experience is exclusively for children with special needs. Reservations are required and can be made online.

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"Until Christmas, children can share holiday wishes with Santa and families can capture photos of their excitement this November and December," the Simon Property Group said in a statement. "This long-standing tradition evokes nostalgia and holiday spirit for the communities these Simon centers serve."


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