Santa Cares
This sensory-friendly holiday event allows guests of all ages and abilities to experience a visit with Santa in a calm and supportive setting outside of regular public hours. Accommodations are implemented throughout the area, including silencing mall music and keeping fluorescent lights and digital signage off. Visitors can spend time with Santa, and photo packages are available for those wishing to capture the moment.
What to Expect
Sensory-friendly visits with Santa in a calmer environment outside mall hours.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
People with sensory needs and their families
Vibe
Calm and supportive
Energy Level
Low
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
None
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: Visits with Santa are free. Santa photo packages are available for purchase. – Get tickets
- Hours: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM.
- Accessibility: Accommodations support sensory, physical, and developmental needs, including turning off mall music, fluorescent lights, and digital signage.
Tips & Advice
- Register through the event link because space is limited.
- Plan for a quiet mall environment, with music, fluorescent lights and digital signage turned off during the visit.
- Allow time to visit Santa in Summit Court, the designated event area within Washington Square.
- If you want a photo package, be prepared to purchase it separately; the Santa visit itself is free.
Special Events & Promotions
- Sensory-friendly Santa Cares session on December 6, outside regular public hours, with mall music silenced and fluorescent lights and digital signage off.
- Visits with Santa are free; Santa photo packages are available for purchase.
- Space is limited; registration is offered.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can attend Santa Cares?
People of all ages and abilities are welcome; accommodations support sensory, physical and developmental needs.
Should I register ahead?
Space is limited, and registration is offered through the Register Today link.
What accommodations are provided?
The mall will have no music playing, and fluorescent lights and digital signage will be off during the event.
Can I get photos with Santa?
Santa visits are free, and photo packages are available to purchase.
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