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Big Santa Returns To Garden State Plaza In Paramus: How To Join

The holiday celebration will feature live music, family activities, Santa's arrival and a fireworks finale.

PARAMUS, NJ — Big Santa is returning to Westfield Garden State Plaza, bringing live music, family entertainment and a holiday celebration to Paramus.

The annual event is scheduled for Sunday, Nov. 22, from 4 to 6 p.m. in the parking lot near Entrance 7, by Nordstrom.

According to Garden State Plaza's announcement, multi-platinum singer-songwriter Ryan Cabrera will host the festivities.

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Performers include Grammy Award-winning R&B group All-4-One, New York freestyle group TKA, Spice Wannabe and boy band Just Your Type, also known as JYT.

Families can enjoy stilt walkers, costume character meet-and-greets, balloon artists, face painting and food offerings from trucks and mall eateries.

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Santa will arrive by fire truck before the lighting of the mall's 42-foot Big Santa display.

A fireworks show synchronized to holiday music will follow.

Guests are encouraged to wear festive clothing or nostalgic outfits for the celebration.

Residents can reserve their spots online and find additional details on Westfield Garden State Plaza's website.

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