Calendar Contests Directories
Family Fun     Winter Top Lists    

Santa Sightings



Take your kids to get a great photo to use for all your holiday greetings

Santa, Santa stops, Hudson Valley Santa, Hudson Valley malls, Santa in malls

You better watch out, you better notsanta claus, winter, top ten, demcember, christmas, elves cry! You better not pout I'm telling you why, Santa Claus is coming to town! He knows when you've been sleeping, he knows when you're awake, he knows the best places for photos you can take.

So here's our list, we checked it twice, we hope you like these places, they sure are nice! Santa Claus is coming to town!

Malls and ongoing:



Special Events with Santa:

Nov. 17: Craft Festival, Montgomery
Nov. 17: Bells on Broadway, Newburgh
Nov. 23- Dec. 25: Frosty Fest, Ulster Park
Nov. 23: Santa on the Walkway, Poughkeepsie
Nov. 24: Breakfast with Santa and Mrs. Claus, Kingston
Nov. 24: Skydiving Santa, Modena
Dec. 1: Memorial Electric Fire Truck Parade, Ellenville
Dec. 1: Santa Visits, Hopewell Jct
Dec. 1: Pictures with Santa on his Fire Truck, Hudson
Dec. 2: Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony, Hyde Park
Dec. 2: Cookies with Santa, Poughquag
Dec. 2-16 (Sundays): Ice Cream with Santa, Lagrangeville
Dec. 8-16: Christmas Candlight Tours, Campbell Hall
Dec. 8: Christmas in the Village, Monroe
Dec. 8: Breakfast with Santa, Beacon
Dec. 8&9: Milk and Cookies with Santa, Dover Plains
Dec. 9: Holiday Party and Tree Lighting, Fishkill
Dec. 9: Brunch with Santa, Hopewell Junction
Dec. 9: Santa Cares, Sensory Friendly Visits, Poughkeepsie
Dec. 9: Pancake Breakfast with Santa, Pawling
Dec. 15: Breakfast with Santa, Middletown
Dec. 16: Lunch with Santa, New Windsor

Updated November 8, 2018


Other articles by HVP Top Lists


  • Indoor Play Spots

    We've picked the best play spots in the Hudson Valley that your family is sure to love!

    Weather can be unexpected and ruin a play date with rain or snow, but with these indoor playgrounds nothing can interrupt the fun and let your children's imaginations run wild! read more »
  • Cold-weather hiking spots in the Hudson Valley

    Take a walk in an outdoor wonderland at these great hiking spots

    Hiking in the cooler weather? Why not! Take a walk right here in the Hudson Valley with these great hiking spots. read more »
  • Hudson Valley Holiday Light Displays

    Enjoy magical Christmas Light shows

    Among the many holiday traditions this season, light displays is often at the top of the list. There is something about the twinkling lights and magical dancing lights that brighten up the dark winter nights and put kids of all ages into the Christmas Spirit. read more »
  • Top Hudson Valley Dog Parks

    A roundup of our favorite parks for our fur-babies

    Our human children aren't the only ones who enjoy the great outdoors, open grassy fields and a playdate with friends. Take your pooch to one of these great local dog parks for an afternoon playdate read more »
  • Christmas Tree Farms of the Hudson Valley

    A round-up of all the best places to cut your perfect Christmas Tree

    Take some time this winter to visit a Christmas tree farm. You and your family can plan an outing to choose the perfect tree that will adorn your living room! read more »
  • Top Places for Sledding, tubing and skiing

    Skiing, Sledding, and Tubing... oh my! Hudson Valley Families gearing up for outdoor winter fun.

    Enjoy various winter activities with the family at these amazing winter fun spots in Dutchess, Ulster, Sullivan and Orange County, NY read more »
  • Tree Lighting and Holiday Events

    Communities across the Hudson Valley are getting into the Christmas spirit

    The Hudson Valley's annual Christmas festivities from parades in Dutchess County to festivals in Orange County, NY and tree lighting ceremonies in Ulster and Sullivan Counties. read more »
  • Menorah Lighting Events and Chanukah Celebrations

    Local families enjoy Chanukah celebrations throughout the Hudson Valley

    Enjoy local Chanukah celebrations throughout the Hudson Valley read more »
  • Hudson Valley Holiday Happenings

    From Christmas tree farms to Santa to holiday lights and giveaways, we are your go-to place for holiday fun!

    The Hudson Valley is filled with holiday fun for the whole family! From cutting down the perfect Christmas tree to photos with Santa and even donating your used toys there is snow much to do this season! read more »
  • Top Pumpkin Patches in the Hudson Valley

    HVP share their favorite pumpkin patches

    October is the pumpkin’s time to shine. Dozens of farms and orchards throughout the Valley welcome guests to celebrate this colorful gourd by picking their own in the crisp fall air. read more »