Where To See Santa In Fairfax City This Holiday Season

FAIRFAX CITY, VA — Visits and pictures with Santa Claus are treasured traditions for many Fairfax city families.

In Fairfax City, kids have several chances to see jolly old St. Nick in person.

The big, classic “see Santa” event in town begins with the 9th Annual Holiday Market, which takes place during the first two weekends of December in Old Town.

Santa at the 9th Annual Holiday Market

• When: Friday, Dec. 5, 5 to 8 p.m.; Saturday, Dec. 6, 12 to 6 p.m.; Sunday, Dec. 7, 12 to 6 p.m.; Friday, Dec. 12, 5 to 8 p.m.; Saturday, Dec. 13, 12 to 6 p.m.; and Sunday, Dec. 14, 12 to 5 p.m.
• Where: Old Town Square, 10415 North St., Fairfax
• Free Photos With Santa on Sunday, Dec. 7, 1-4 p.m.
• Paws and Claws on Sunday, Dec. 14, 1 to 4 p.m. Dress your pup up and snap a picture with Santa at the Holiday Market! Other animal friends are welcome to take their photos with Santa too. Paws and Claus is a free event. Please remember to bring your own camera.
• Details: Discover unique, handcrafted gifts and support local artisans during the first two weekends of December in Downtown Fairfax. Each weekend features a rotating lineup of talented craft vendors—so there’s always something new to explore.Find out more online.

Here are some other opportunities to meet Santa this holiday season.

PJ Skidoos' 13th Annual Brunch with Santa

• When: Sunday, Dec. 14, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
• Where: PJ Skidoos, 9908 Fairfax Blvd. in Fairfax
• Details: Brunch is all you care to eat from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Adults $24.95; Kids (5-12) $14.95; and kids (4 and Under) free. 1.5 hours at your table. Complimentary Kids Goodie Bags. Call 703-591-4515 to make a reservation.

Claus and Cookies

• When: Saturday, Dec. 13, 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 12:30 to 1 p.m.
• Where: Stacy C. Sherwood Community Center, 3720 Blenheim Blvd., 22030
• Details: Ages 10 and under can enjoy decorating their own holiday cookie, crafts and meet with Santa. Be sure to bring your own camera to capture those precious moments too. Registration is required.

Santa Photos at Fair Oaks Mall

• When: Nov. 28-Dec. 24, Sunday-Friday, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Saturday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
• Where: 11750 Fair Oaks Mall, Fairfax, VA 22033
• Details: Don't miss Santa pictures at Fair Oaks Mall. Walk ups welcome every day until closing time.
• Pet Night: Monday, Dec. 1, 4 to 7 p.m.
• Santa Cares: Sunday, Dec. 7, 9:30 to 10:30 a.m.
• Diverse Santa Pet Night: Monday, Dec. 8, 4 to 7 p.m.
• Neurodivergent: Sunday, Dec. 14, 9:30 to 10:30 a.m.
• Pet Night: Monday, Dec. 15, 4 to 7 p.m.

Santa Workshop at Mosaic

When: Friday, Nov. 28, 7:30 to 8:30 p.m.; Saturday, Nov. 29, 11 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sunday, Nov. 30, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Pet Day - Saturday, Dec. 20, 12 to 8 p.m.; Sunday, Dec. 21 to Tuesday, Dec. 23, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Wednesday, Dec. 24, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Where: Angelika Film Center, 2911 District Ave., Fairfax

Details: Santa arrives during the Annual Merry Mosaic Tree Lighting and Parade beginning at 6:30 p.m. Afterwards, visit him in Santa’s Workshop, located in Angelika’s Lobby, from 7-8:30 p.m. Capture the magic of the season with a visit to Santa’s Workshop at Mosaic! Join us for selfies with Santa, select dates and times through Dec. 24.

Santa at Tysons Corner Center

• When: Nov. 28-Dec. 24, Sunday-Friday, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.; and Christmas Eve, Wednesday, Dec. 24, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• Where: Tysons Corner Center, 1961 Chain Bridge Road, Tysons, VA 22102
• Details: Don't miss Santa pictures at Tysons Corner Center. Walk ups welcome every day until closing time. Please Note: Multiple families are scheduled during the selected 15-minute time.
• Pet Night with Santa: Monday, Dec. 1, 6 to 8 p.m.
• Santa Cares: Sunday, Dec. 7, 9:30 to 10:30 a.m.
• Pet Photos with Santa, Monday, Dec. 8, 6 to 8 p.m.

Winter Wonderland at The Boro Tysons

• When: Saturday, Dec. 6, 12 to 3 p.m.
• Where:
• Details: Bring the whole family for an afternoon of holiday cheer with cozy treats, festive activities, and picture-perfect moments. Also, get your photo taken with Santa.

Santa Claus at Framebridge Mosaic

• When: Saturday, Dec. 6 and Sunday, Dec. 7.
• Where: Framebridge Mosaic, 2910 District Ave.#165, Fairfax
• Details: Guests can enjoy professional Santa portraits, complimentary with any frame purchase.
• Spots are limited—find your nearest store and RSVP today.