Well, look no further, here is a list of where to find him in RVA.

BASS PRO SHOPS & CABELA’S

Get ready for the holiday season with Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s annual Santa’s Wonderland experience! Bring your family to your local Bass Pro Shop or Cabela’s store to join over two million kids and families in taking a photo with Santa.

Santa will arrive the evening of Saturday, November 2. Santa’s Wonderland runs Sunday, November 3 until Tuesday, December 24 from 9am to 9pm.

Enjoy a complimentary 4×6 photo with Santa and a shareable video of your visit. Photo sessions begin on Sunday, November 3. Reservations are highly recommended, so book your spot online at www.basspro.com/santa or at www.cabelas.com/santa.

Cabela’s @ 5000 Cabela Drive Henrico, VA 23233

Bass Pro Shops @ 11550 Lakeridge Parkway Ashland, VA 23005

LEGENDARY SANTA at the CHILDREN’S MUSEUM

Legendary Santa and the Snow Queen have been delighting families since 1936. It all started on the 7th floor of the historic Miller & Rhoads department store and now children and families head to the Children’s Museum of Richmond to continue, or start, their family tradition. Tickets to visit the one and only Legendary Santa are now on sale! For complete details, please visit the Frequently Asked Questions page. Regular visits do not include museum admission.

TREDEGAR at the AMERICAN CIVIL WAR MUSEUM

Celebrate the season at the American Civil War Museum, 480 Tredegar Street, with a day of cheerful festivities and a visit from Santa! Start by meeting Santa in Tredegar’s lobby, then head inside for holiday crafts and delicious hot cocoa. Fun for the whole family awaits! Free event. Saturday, December 21, 10 AM-2 PM.

LEWIS GINTER BOTANICAL GARDENS

Santa Brunch or Gardenfest Dinner with Santa at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden.  There are several fun options for visiting Santa at Lewis Ginter. GardenFest Dinners with Santa included admission to GardenFest of Lights. Tickets are on sale now. 

SHOPPING MALLS

Visit with Santa at Short Pump Town Center.  11800 West Broad Street, Richmond, VA 23233. Make this holiday magical by visiting St. Nick! Santa’s helpers have been working hard decking the halls, so don’t miss out! Reservations are encouraged, but walk up visits are welcome every day until closing time. Please Note: Multiple families are scheduled during the selected 15-minute time. Fee.

Santa at Chesterfield Towne Center.  11500 Midlothian Turnpike, Chesterfield, VA 23235. Both kids and pets can take a picture with Santa this holiday season. Want to avoid the line? Simply reserve your spot. Fee.