Where to See Santa Claus in Indy 2022

No matter your schedule or what part of town you’re visiting, there is sure to be a Santa available to visit. There are even Caring Santas, especially for kids on the autism spectrum or with similar special needs. Check out our list, and let us know if we missed your favorite Santa. 

Throughout the Season

Children’s Museum of Indianapolis

**The Museum is closed on Mondays**
November 25–December 24, 2022, Saturdays & Sundays, 10 am-5 pm, Tuesday–Friday, 11 am-3 pm
December 1, 4-8 pm (Extended Santa hours), $6 First Thursday Night, 11 am-8 pm
December 3 & 4, 9-10 am (Member Morning Weekend – members only)
December 20–23, daily, 10 am-5 pm
December 24, Christmas Eve—free museum admission, 10 am-2 pm.

Children will be able to visit with Santa Duane on Saturday, November 26, 1:30–5 pm, Thursday, December 1, 4-8 pm, Sunday, December 11, 1:30–5 pm, Saturday, December 17, 1:30–5 pm, Monday, December 19, 1:30–5 pm. Santa Duane is one of Indy’s favorite black Santa Claus’.

Know Before You Go

Families will be able to chat with Santa, take a photo, and bring a letter to drop in our Letters to Santa box. Photos are available for a fee. You can even see which Santa is on duty! 

Fashion Mall Keystone at the Crossing

November 18-December 24, 2022, hours vary
Located in the Mall, next to Nordstrom

Know Before You Go

Advanced reservations are strongly encouraged, but to make reservations you have to purchase a photo package. Walk-up visits are available as space permits. Visitors may sit with Santa or be socially-distanced from Santa. Guest face coverings vary by location and are mandated by local ordinances. Guests can remove face coverings during photo capture.

Greenwood Park Mall

November 11-December 24, 2022, hours vary
Located in the Mall, in front of Von Maur

Know Before You Go

Advanced reservations are strongly encouraged, but to make reservations you have to purchase a photo package. Walk-up visits are available as space permits. Visitors may sit with Santa or be socially-distanced from Santa. Guest face coverings vary by location and are mandated by local ordinances. Guests can remove face coverings during photo capture.

Hamilton Town Center

December 1-24, 2022, hours vary
Located in front of Five Guys and Bella Pizzeria

Bring your pets to pose with Santa on December 6  & 13 at 6-8 pm
Located at the Dog Park across from COhatch.

Know Before You Go

Advanced reservations are strongly encouraged, but to make reservations you have to purchase a photo package. Walk-up visits are available as space permits. Visitors may sit with Santa or be socially-distanced from Santa. Guest face coverings vary by location and are mandated by local ordinances. Guests can remove face coverings during photo capture.

Clay Terrace

December 1-24, 2022, hours vary
Located at Santa’s House in the Village Green in front of Dick’s Sporting Goods

Don’t miss Santa’s arrival on December 3 and Pet Photo Nights on December 5 & 12, from 5-7 pm. 

Know Before You Go

Advanced reservations are strongly encouraged, but to make reservations you have to purchase a photo package. Walk-up visits are available as space permits. Visitors may sit with Santa or be socially-distanced from Santa. Guest face coverings vary by location and are mandated by local ordinances. Guests can remove face coverings during photo capture.

Castleton Square Mall

November 18-December 24, 2022, hours vary
Located in the Mall, Center Court in front of Macy’s

Know Before You Go

Advanced reservations are strongly encouraged, but to make reservations you have to purchase a photo package. Walk-up visits are available as space permits. Visitors may sit with Santa or be socially-distanced from Santa. Guest face coverings vary by location and are mandated by local ordinances. Guests can remove face coverings during photo capture.

The Shops at Perry Crossing

November 25-December 24. 2022, hours vary
Pet Photos with Santa: December 3, 11, & 22
Sensory Santa: December 10 & 18
Located in Suite F100 between JCPenney & Ulta.

Know Before You Go

View all dates and hours for photos on the website. Please note times listed for Pet Photos & Sensory Santa are reserved for only those events. All other photos can be taken during the rest of the listed operating hours.

Indiana State Museum

November 25-December 11, 2022: Wednesday-Sunday, 10 am-5 pm
December 12-24, 2021: daily, 10 am-5 pm
*Please check the museum calendar for details.

Families will be able to visit with Santa Josiah on the following dates: November 30, 9 am-5 pm, December 3, 9 am-5 pm with Mrs. Claus (Santa’s Holiday Breakfast event), December 7, 10 am-5 pm, December 12, 10 am-5 pm, December 13, 5:30 – 8 p.m. with Mrs. Claus (Snowflake Pajama Party event), December 16, 9 am-5 pm (Magical Mornings), December 17, 9 am-5 pm with Mrs. Claus (Santa’s Holiday Breakfast event), December 19, 10 am-5 pm, December 23, 10 am-5 pm (Magical Mornings). Santa Josiah is a favorite Indy Black Santa.

Know Before You Go

The Indiana State Museum does not require reservations. Photos are available for purchase. See the schedule on the website to see which Santa is visiting the Indiana State Museum. 

Special Events

Christmas on the Farm

Saturday, December 3, 2022, 3-9 pm
Trader’s Point Creamery,

Know Before You Go

The holiday magic returns to Traders Point Creamery for the 14th annual Christmas on the Farm! Guests will experience the farm with some of our old favorites like winter hayrides, holiday lights, festive music from Steve Quinn, visits from Santa and our historic 1850’s red barn as the backdrop! Stop at the North Pole to write a letter to Santa and drop your letter in the mailbox. Stop at the North Pole to write a letter to Santa and drop your letter in the mailbox. Visit the Jingle Bell Cafe for festive snacks and drinks that will be available for purchase throughout the day. Advance tickets are required for all attendees, $23 per person, children under 2 are free, and can be purchased online.

Pictures with Santa at Westfield in Lights

Saturday, December 3, 3-7 pm
Christ United Methodist Church, 318 North Union Street, Westfield

Know Before You Go

Families must register for a time slot to visit with Santa at Westfield in Lights! You will purchase your photos upon arrival at the event. Photos are $5 each and will be printed immediately onsite. Each family unit or group only needs to reserve one time slot. Children may sit on Santa’s lap or stand nearby for photos. Santa will also wear a mask if you prefer.

Fortville Winterfest

Saturday, December 3, 2022, Noon-7 pm
Downtown Fortville

Know Before You Go

Fortville Winterfest, presented by the Town of Fortville, is a free, one-day event, and a holiday tradition for many Indiana families. Main Street will be blocked and festival-goers will be able to enjoy Fortville’s charming downtown shops, eateries, live music, bonfire stations, family photo ops, vendors, and a kids’ zone. Additional activities include a festive parade at 1:30 pm, a tree lighting at 6 pm, visits with Santa, ice skating, a gaming truck, and a kids’ crafts station with free popcorn and hot cocoa. Additionally, the popular snowflake princess and Jack Frost contest are back again this year.

Black Business Bazaar

Saturday, December 17, 2022
Fay Biccard Glick Neighborhood Center

Know Before You Go

The Black Business Bazaar, held every winter, helps DONT SLEEP fulfill part of its mission by supporting the Fay Biccard Glick Community Center through Vendor donations and offering a free Black-owned marketplace for the community to patronize. Encouraging entrepreneurship and economic empowerment, health, and wellness through not just material vendors, but Black healthcare providers as well. We often have visitors join us such as Santa Claus and other community partners that work together to make each year a great success!

Books and Breakfast with Santa 

Saturday, December 10, 2022, 10 am-1 pm
Community Alliance of Far Eastside (C.A.F.E.), 8902 E 38th Street, Indianapolis

Know Before You Go

Books and Breakfast with Santa is $10 per person and includes breakfast. Each child will receive a book and toy, while supplies last. There will be coffee and vendors on-site. 

Breakfast with Santa 

Saturday, December 10, 2022, 10 am-Noon
Spotlight Event Center, 5060 East 62nd Street, Indianapolis

Know Before You Go

The Glitz & Glamour Breast Cancer Foundation is hosting a Breakfast with Santa with fun activities for children. Please bring an unwrapped toy for a needy child at Christmas. Tickets are $20 per person and children under 12 are free.  

See the Indianapolis Holiday Fun Guide here.

When you attend these festive holiday events, be sure to share your jolly adventures on social media with us by using the hashtag #PLAYindy. Follow our holiday adventures on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and Pinterest! From our family to yours, we wish you a festive holiday season filled with joy, friendship and love!