Where To See Santa In Arlington This Holiday Season

ARLINGTON, VA — Visits and pictures with Santa Claus are treasured traditions for many Arlington families.

In Arlington kids have several chances to see jolly old St. Nick in person.

A Very Village Holiday

• When: Saturday, Dec. 6, from 4 to 7 p.m.
• Where: The Village at Shirlington, 2700 South Quincy St., Arlington
• Details: Holiday food, drinks and treats by the village's restaurants; live music and performances by Signature Theater; photos with Santa provided by Shirlington Kitchen & Bath; Strolling entertainment; Local vendors; crafts and giveaways and a partnership with Toys for Tots. RSVP to receive event updates here.

Santa at Fashion Centre at Pentagon City

• When: Friday, Nov. 28, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Saturday, Nov. 29, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Sunday, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Monday, Dec. 1 to Friday, Dec. 4, 2 to 7 p.m.; Friday, Dec. 5, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Saturday, Dec. 6, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Sunday, Dec. 7, 11 a.m.-6 p.m.; Monday, Dec. 9 to Friday, Dec. 12, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Saturday, Dec. 13, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Sunday, Dec. 14, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Monday, Dec. 15 to Saturday, Dec. 20, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Sunday, Dec. 21, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Monday, Dec. 22 and Tuesday, Dec. 23, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Wednesday, Dec. 24, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• Where: Nordstrom Court, First Level, 1100 South Hayes St., Arlington
• Caring Santa: Sunday, Dec. 7, 9:30 to 10:30 a.m.
• Pet Photos: Sunday, Dec. 7, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.
• Details: Don't miss Santa pictures at Fashion Centre at Pentagon City. Walk ups welcome every day until closing time. Please Note: Multiple families are scheduled during the selected 15-minute time. More information is available online. Reserve online.

Santa at Ballston Quarter

• When: Friday, Dec. 5, 2 to 7 p.m.; Saturday, Dec. 6, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Sunday, Dec. 7, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Monday, Dec. 8 through Friday, Dec. 12, 2 to 7 p.m.; Saturday, Dec. 12 through Friday, Dec. 19, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Saturday, Dec. 20, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Sunday, Dec. 21, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Monday and Tuesday, Dec. 22 and 23, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.; and Wednesday, Dec. 24, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
• Pet Night: Monday, Dec. 8 and Tuesday, Dec. 9, 4 to 7 p.m.; and Monday, Dec. 15 and Tuesday, Dec. 16, from 4 to 7 p.m.
• Where: Ballston Quarter, 4238 Wilson Blvd., Arlington
• Details: Don't miss Santa pictures at Ballston Quarter. Walk ups welcome every day until closing time. Please Note: Multiple families are scheduled during the selected 15-minute time. Reserve online.