Santa is coming to Bucks County. Here's where to find him, and when

Wenjing Ding, Bucks County Courier Times
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Santa greets families gathered at State and Main during Doylestown Borough's 107th Annual Tree Lighting Nov. 26. [MARION CALLAHAN / PHOTOJOURNALIST]
Santa greets families gathered at State and Main during Doylestown Borough's 107th Annual Tree Lighting Nov. 26. [MARION CALLAHAN / PHOTOJOURNALIST]

Santa is on his way to town, and we've got the scoop on when and where you can catch him in and around Bucks County.

From classic mall snapshots to unique and unforgettable experiences, here's your options for your annual picture with The Big Man.

Santa at Oxford Valley Mall in Middletown

Santa will make his debut at the Oxford Valley Mall on Friday, Nov 17th, at 11 a.m. He’ll be there daily, except on Thanksgiving, through Christmas Eve. Feel free to drop by for a visit, or lock in the date and time of your choice.

Reservations can be made through the mall's website.

Where: 2300 Lincoln Highway, Langhorne.

Santa at Neshaminy Mall in Bensalem

Santa's festive debut is set for Friday, Nov. 17, at the Sears Court in Neshaminy Mall. You can visit Santa every Monday through Saturday, with hours from noon to 8 p.m., and on Sundays, from noon to 6 p.m., all the way up to Christmas Eve.

Santa welcomes families for visits and the opportunity to take pictures. Pet owners are also invited to capture special moments with Santa pet pictures. Santa Cares Day is an inclusive, sensory-friendly event tailored for children with diverse special needs and their families. Advance scheduling is available for all activities.

Reservations can be made on the mall website.

Where: 707 Neshaminy Mall, Bensalem.

Santa at Fairless Hills Garden Center, Lincoln Highway, Falls

Santa Scott, the tattooed Santa who long greeted guests at the Oxford Valley Mall, is making his home again this season at the Fairless Hill Garden Center’s Christmas Shop. He will be there starting Friday, Nov. 17, from 4 to 9 p.m., and through Dec. 23.

Santa welcomes pets of all kinds during the last two hours of the day.

Check the center's Facebook page for more details on visiting Santa Scott.

Where: 620 Lincoln Highway, Fairless Hills

Ready to start the cash giveaway outside the Lower Bucks County Community College, in Bristol are philanthropist Gene Epstein, left, of Buckingham, and Santa, on Friday, Dec. 10, 2021. Santa helper Bill Saul, of Croydon, helped with the giveaway.
Ready to start the cash giveaway outside the Lower Bucks County Community College, in Bristol are philanthropist Gene Epstein, left, of Buckingham, and Santa, on Friday, Dec. 10, 2021. Santa helper Bill Saul, of Croydon, helped with the giveaway.

Santa at Bucks County Garden, Doylestown

Santa and Mrs. Claus are back for another season, which started with the Christmas Open House on Friday, Nov. 3, from 4 to 8 p.m., with fun, food, fantastic decor, trees, and more.

The garden center will also welcome reindeer this season with a visit Saturday, Nov. 18.

Visit the center's website for more details.

Where: 1057 N. Easton Road, Doylestown.

Santa at Gasper Home & Garden, Richboro

Santa arrives at the Gasper Home & Garden on Saturday, Nov. 17, from noon to 3 p.m. He will be there through Dec. 22.

Santa will provide a small gift for each child. You can visit Santa’s workshop and create a photo to remember the 2023 holiday season.

Visit the Gasper Home & Garden Facebook website for more details.

Where: 316 Tanyard Road, Richboro.

Santa at Feeney’s, Bustleton Pike, Feasterville

Santa returns to Feeney's Winter Wonderland on Nov. 17 and will be there weekends throughout the holiday season.

Starting Nov. 29, there will be a $5 fee to meet Santa, but a portion of it will be donated to the Philadelphia Ronald McDonald House.

More information about times and reservations are available at Feeney's website.

Where: 1134 Bustleton Pike, Feasterville

A community member dressed up as Santa Claus gives out cash donated by philanthropist Gene Epstein at Bucks County Community College's Bristol campus on Friday, Dec. 9, 2022. Epstein gave out $100 each to around 500 people as they came to pick up fresh produce from the Fresh Connect program that provides fruit and vegetables free to those in need.
A community member dressed up as Santa Claus gives out cash donated by philanthropist Gene Epstein at Bucks County Community College's Bristol campus on Friday, Dec. 9, 2022. Epstein gave out $100 each to around 500 people as they came to pick up fresh produce from the Fresh Connect program that provides fruit and vegetables free to those in need.

Santa at Willow Grove Park

Santa arrives on Saturday, Nov. 13 through to Dec 18. You can get your pets ready for their close-up with Santa from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. (Santa break time will be 3:15 to 3:45 p.m.)

Willow Grove Park has specified that all pets must be on a leash, in a carrier, or held by their owner throughout the visit. Owners are also required to sign a release before their pet's photo session with Santa.

To reserve your spot, visit Willow Grove Park's website.

Where: 2500 W Moreland Road, Willow Grove.

This article originally appeared on Bucks County Courier Times: Get pictures with Santa in Bucks County for 2023