Seasonal & Holidays
Where To See Santa In McLean This Holiday Season
In McLean kids have several chances to see jolly old St. Nick in person.
MCLEAN, VA — Visits and pictures with Santa Claus are treasured traditions for many McLean families.
In McLean, kids have several chances to see jolly old St. Nick in person.
The big, classic “see Santa” event in town is Milk and Cookies with Santa at the McLean Community Center.
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Milk and Cookies with Santa
- When: Saturday, Dec. 13, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
- Where: Mclean Community Center, 1234 Ingleside Ave., McLean
- Admission: $20/$15 MCC district residents
- Details: Come to meet with Santa and other holiday characters at The MCC’s Milk and Cookies with Santa event. Enjoy the classic cookie decorating, winter arts and crafts, decadent hot chocolate, and of course a picture with the Jolly Guy himself. Kids will have the opportunity to design and stuff a new furry stuffie during this magical event. All attendees must registe
Santa at Tysons Corner Center
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- 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
- When: Saturday, Dec. 6 and Sunday, Dec. 7.
- Where: Framebridge, 6234 Old Dominion Drive, McLean, VA 22101
- Details: Guests can enjoy professional Santa portraits, complimentary with any frame purchase.
- Spots are limited—find your nearest store and RSVP today
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.
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