Santa Claus Arrives At Deptford Mall: See His Schedule For The Holiday Season

DEPTFORD, NJ — Santa's sleigh has reached Deptford Mall, and Kris Kringle is ready to collect Christmas wishes.

Santa Claus can be found in the mall's center court — near Macy's — through Dec. 24. Then, he'll need to make his Christmas Eve travels.

Visiting Santa is free, with photo packages available for purchase. The mall recommends making a reservation to help reduce wait times.

Here's Santa's general schedule:

• Nov. 9-22: Monday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., Sundays from 12-6 p.m.
• Nov. 23 (Thanksgiving): closed.
• Nov. 24-30: Monday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., Sundays from 12-6 p.m.
• Dec. 1-17: Monday through Friday from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., and Sundays from 12-6 p.m.
• Dec. 18-23: Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
• Dec. 24 (Christmas Eve): 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

The mall will also hold several special events with Santa:

• Pet photos with Santa: Nov. 13, 20, 27 and Dec. 4 from 4-7 p.m.
• Holly Jolly Shopping Saturdays: Nov. 18 and Dec. 9 from 12-3 p.m.
• Holiday Shows with Mrs. Claus & Friends at the Kid's Mini Theater: Nov. 16 and Dec. 14, showtimes at 10 a.m., 11 a.m. and noon. Registration required.
• PJ Jams with Santa & Holiday Friends: Nov. 21, 28, Dec. 5 and 12 from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.
• Sensory Santa event: Dec. 3 from 10:30-11:30 a.m. Registration required.

Find out more on Deptford Mall's holiday webpage.