Where To See Santa In St. Petersburg This Christmas Season

ST. PETERSBURG, FL — Visits and pictures with Santa are treasured traditions for many St. Petersburg families. For them, there’s nothing quite like seeing jolly old St. Nick live and in person.

In St. Petersburg, kids have several chances:

• Tyrone Square Mall, 6902 22nd Ave. N., St. Petersburg: Get a picture with Santa starting Nov. 24.
• Enchant St. Petersburg at Tropicana Field: In addition to a Christmas Light Maze, ice skating and a village of craft vendors, families also have the opportunity to meet Santa Nov. 24 through Dec. 31.
• Santa in the Park at North Straub Park in St. Petersburg: Dec. 9-10, 15-23, 6 to 9 p.m. Attendees are invited to chat with Santa and take a picture.

JC Penney stores, including stores in the Sarasota area, are offering professional portraits with Santa through Dec. 18.