Where To See Santa In Cranston This Christmas Season

CRANSTON, RI — Visits and pictures with Santa Claus are treasured traditions for many Cranston families. In Cranston, kids have several chances to see jolly old St. Nick in person.

Here are the details:

Garden City Visits

The Garden City Shopping Center in Cranston is offering several opportunities for children to meet Santa Claus.

Scoops with Santa is from 6 to 8 p.m. Dec. 10 at Ben and Jerry's. Santa will also be at the Paper Store from 6 to 8 p.m. Dec. 19.

More chances to meet Santa will be scheduled, according to a Garden City's website, so keep an eye out.

Knightsville Christmas Tree Lighting

At 5 p.m Saturday, the annual Christmas tree lighting at Itri Park will take place. There will be Christmas carols, hot chocolate, and a visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus.

Cranston City Hall Christmas Tree Lighting

Hosted by Mayor Ken Hopkins, the tree lighting event is scheduled for 5 p.m. There will also be food trucks, entertainment, and a visit from Santa.

Santa is also holding court at several shopping malls in the local area. Read more about those opportunities here: Santa Claus Returns To RI Malls For Holiday Season.

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