Illustration of a child whispering a wish to Santa in an armchair by the fireplace while an elf holds a list (Santa at 900)

Santa at 900

Guests visit Santa in a designer-inspired winter wonderland set beside a vintage sleigh nestled among glowing cherry pines. The open atrium features a 50-foot tree while an overhead digital canopy displays artful holiday scenes. Each reservation includes time with Santa, an electronically delivered keepsake photo, and a signature plush toy gifted by Santa while supplies last.

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Plan Your Visit

Tickets

$55.00 per reservation. Three hours of parking is $13 with validation.

Ages

All ages

Neighborhood

Magnificent Mile

Parking

Three hours of parking costs $13 with validation at the 900 North Michigan Shops Parking Complex, which is attached to the Shops. Its entrance is at 911 N Rush St, Chicago, IL. Parking uses license plate automation; validation is available by QR code when exiting after visiting Santa.

Pets

Pets are not allowed in 900 North Michigan Shops, including on the Santa set.

Going?

Location

900 North Michigan Shops · 900 North Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL 60611 Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 (5/5)

Best For

Families with young children

Vibe

Festive and dreamy

Energy Level

Low

Photo Friendly

High

Tips & Advice

  • Reserve a time you can attend, since appointments are required and late arrivals may lose their space if the day is fully booked.
  • If your preferred day is full, join its waitlist and keep a backup reservation; openings are released first come, first served.
  • Use the rescheduling or cancellation links in your email at least 48 hours before your appointment if your plans change.
  • Request parking validation at the Santa set, then use the QR code when exiting the license-plate-automated parking complex.
  • Cancel and reschedule if anyone in your party feels ill or has been in contact with Covid-19.

Links & Contact

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to reserve a visit with Santa?

Yes. Reservations are required, and a waitlist appears when a day is fully booked; openings are released first come, first served.

What is included with a reservation?

Each reservation includes a visit with Santa, a digital photo delivered electronically, and a signature plush toy while supplies last.

What happens if I arrive late or need to cancel?

Late arrivals are not guaranteed a space. You can reschedule or cancel through the links in your email up to 48 hours before your appointment.

How does parking validation work?

The attached parking complex uses license plate automation. Request validation at the Santa set, then use the QR code when exiting.

Can I bring a pet to the Santa set?

No. Pets are not allowed in 900 North Michigan Shops, including on the Santa set.

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