Where to Visit Santa in the Omaha Area

Santa and his elves will be all over Omaha and Council Bluffs to visit with boys and girls and share a little Holiday cheer!

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Find 100+ Holiday Events in Omaha for many family-friendly fun this Holiday Season!

It is always a good idea to verify the information with the business before visiting as details and times may change.

Please note: At some locations, only professional photography will be permitted.

Ongoing Santa Events

*See Special Santa Events in the next section.

Santa’s Wonderland at Bass Pro Shop – Nov. 16 – Dec. 24, FREE

Santa’s Wonderland offers free crafts throughout the season, featuring a different craft each week. Plus, families can enjoy games and activities and visits and pictures with Santa. (Bass Pass required for free photo with Santa.)
Location: Bass Pro Shops, 2901 Bass Pro Dr., Council Bluffs, IA.

Santa’s Wonderland at Cabela’s – Nov. 16 – Dec. 24, FREE

Santa’s Wonderland offers free crafts throughout the season, featuring a different craft each week. Plus, families can enjoy games and activities and visits and pictures with Santa. (Bass Pass required for free photo with Santa.)
Location: Cabela’s, 12703 Westport Pkwy., La Vista, NE.

Christmas at Union Station – Santa visits during special times. Included in regular admission

Santa visits the Durham throughout the holiday season! See schedule here.
Location: 801 S. 10th St., Omaha, NE.

Countryside Village – Nov. 9 – Dec. 24

Can schedule times. Location: 87th & Pacific, Omaha, NE.
Location: 8724 Countryside Plz., Omaha, NE.

Visit Santa’s Workshop in La Vista – See website for schedule

Visit with Santa.
Location: 8305 Parkview Blvd., La Vista, NE.

Mangelsen’s

Come in for a free picture with Santa. See Santa’s schedule here. While there, find 7 hidden elves on the shelf!
Location: 3457 S. 84th St., Omaha, NE.

Santa’s Magic at Omaha Children’s Museum – Nov. 29 – Dec. 23, Included with Regular Admission

Santa’s Magic is an interactive show with indoor snowfall and delightful characters like the Snow Queen and, of course, Santa, who arrives by climbing down the chimney. At the end of each show, children will be able to talk one-on-one with Santa and get their picture taken with him (photo packages available for purchase). Multiple shows will be held daily and are included with museum admission.
Location: The Omaha Children’s Museum, 500 S. 20th St., Omaha, NE.

Oak View Mall – Nov. 23 – Dec. 24

Visit Santa in his village located in the Lower Level Younker’s Court.
Location: 3001 S. 144th St., Omaha, NE.

Regency – Nov. 30 – Dec. 24

Pictures available for purchase.
Location: 120 Regency Pkwy., Omaha, NE.

Shadow Lake Towne Center – Nov. 29 – Dec. 24

Visit Santa daily at his workshop, located near Dream Dress Express. Stop by the workshop for professional photos, crafts and much more.
Location: 7775 Olson Dr., Papillion, NE.

Westroads Mall – Nov. 16 – Dec. 24

Visit Santa in his village located in Level 2, near Von Maur.
Location: 10000 California St., Omaha, NE.

Special Santa Events

Lights of Aksarben – Fridays, Nov. 29 – Dec. 20 (6 – 8 p.m.), FREE

Nov. 29 – Tree Lighting Ceremony
Dec. 6 – Backwoods Art Activity
Dec. 13 – Cocoa with a Cop
Dec. 20 – Santa & Mrs. Claus
Location: Stinson Park, 2232 S. 64th St., Omaha, NE.

Storytime with Santa at Shadow Lake Towne Center – Dec. 4 & 12 (10:30 – 11:30 a.m.), FREE

Santa and Mrs.Claus read one of their favorite Christmas stories! Don’t forget your camera because afterward children can get their photo taken with Santa.
Location: Shadow Lake Towne Center, 7775 Olson Dr., Papillion, NE.

Storytime with Santa – Dec. 5, 12 & 19 (10:30 – 11:30 a.m.)

Santa will read a holiday story to kids on Thursdays in December at various Village Pointe stores. Treats and/or giveaways will be provided for children attending.
Dec. 5: Cold Stone Creamery
Dec. 12: GapKids
Dec. 19: Janie and Jack
Location: Village Pointe, 17202 Davenport St., Omaha, NE.

SantaPalooza at Scheels – Dec. 7 (10 a.m. – 1 p.m.)

Come inside to tell Santa your Christmas Wishes. Write a letter to the North Pole. Enjoy free face painting, balloon art, Ferris Wheel rides, and more!
Location: Scheels at Village Pointe, 17202 Davenport St., Omaha, NE.

Santa Goes to Space + Star Wars at Strategic Air Command & Aerospace Museum – Dec. 7 (10 a.m. – 2 p.m.), Included with admission

Santa Claus and Star Wars (the Imperial Stormtroopers of the 501st Legion) join forces for a fun-filled family day. Young guests will have the opportunity to visit with Santa and experience Space Day. Space-related booths, free pictures with Santa and Star Wars Characters, free activities, and holiday music are part of the day!
Location: Strategic Air Command & Aerospace Museum, 28210 W. Park Hwy., Ashland, NE.

Santa Visits Saddlebrook – Dec. 7 (10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.), FREE

Santa will be visiting the Library and community center, so make sure you bring your camera. Enjoy storytime, crafts, inflatables, and lots of seasonal activities.
Location: Saddlebrook Community Center & Library, 14850 Laurel Ave., Omaha, NE.

Santa Visits Costco, La Vista! – Dec. 14 (1 p.m.), FREE

Bring a friend, meet Santa, take a selfie, and eat a cookie! Non-members are welcome!
Location: 12515 Portside Pkwy., La Vista, NE.