Santa Claus Will Soon Be Waiting To Hear Your Christmas Wish-List At Westfield Brandon

BRANDON, FL — Santa Claus is coming to the Brandon Westfield Mall for photos and greetings, a news release said.

Stop by center court for a photo with Santa Claus. Pre-booking your Santa experience is encouraged; however, walk-up visits are available as space permits, officials said. Families can book their session in advance online. Visit www.Westfield.com/Brandon/Events for more information on photo packages.

The bearded guy will be in center court Thursday until Friday, Dec. 24. Another popular character making an appearance in center court to spend some time with Santa is the Tampa Bay Lightning Thunderbug. Rumor has it that Santa will be rocking a Lightning jersey over his red suit with Thunderbug Nov. 22. Guests are welcome to meet with Santa and Lightning mascot.

Sensory Santa

If any of your family members or friends live with autism, Santa is scheduling a special day, "Sensory Santa", Dec. 5 and Dec. 12 that will provide an inclusive opportunity for Santa to meet children with autism or other special needs by providing a well-controlled and welcoming environment, staff officials said. Reservations are required to ensure every child can have a joyous visit with Santa. Space is limited and families looking to participate will need to make reservations by visiting https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sensory-friendly-event-tickets-190491123077.

Pet Photos

Westfield Brandon doesn’t want to leave out your four-legged family this holiday season, staff members said. Santa will meet with fur-babies for photos and he will listen to their paw-tastic wish lists. Mondays, Nov. 29, Dec. 6, 13 and 20 from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m., is reserved for Santa and your pets.

Santa is located in Center Court near the Carousel. Guests with pets can enter through the main entrance located between Red Robin and Panera Bread.

*Pets must be on a leash or in a carrier.

Santa Schedule:

Thursday, Nov. 18 – Friday, Dec. 24

*For a complete list of visiting hours visit www.Westfield.com/Brandon/Events.

Tampa Bay Lightning Night with Santa

Monday, Nov. 22 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Pet Photos with Santa

Monday, Nov. 29 from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Monday, Dec. 6 from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Monday, Dec. 13 from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Monday, Dec. 20 from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Sensory Santa

Sunday, Dec. 5 from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.

Sunday, Dec. 12 from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.