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He’s making a list and checking it twice… When Santa comes to town, he’s bringing a whole new holiday experience for creating joyful memories this season. Santa Claus will make his official debut at 2 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 8 at Scottsdale Fashion Square. It’s just the beginning of an exciting season with a new Signature Santa Experience that redefines how families celebrate the holidays. The immersive Santa set offers the ultimate holiday enchantment with an array of engaging activities, entertainment and specialized photography to capture every joyful moment.

There’s no better family holiday tradition than a visit with Santa. With the new Signature Santa Experience, available on weekdays only from Nov. 8 through Dec. 6, kids of all ages will delight in a truly personalized visit with Santa. Families can look forward to:

• An extended 15-minute Santa visit
• Elevated photo session
• Story time with Santa
• One per child (and for first 200) limited edition Scottsdale Fashion Square Teddy Bear
• Holiday book keepsake
• 2024 holiday picture frame
• Personalized message from Santa
• Holiday greeting cards

Each family’s entire Santa experience will be documented with multiple cameras that let you bring home the magic and the memories. From the first glimpse of Santa to classic poses on Santa’s lap, photos capture each moment. Candid shots as well as traditional photos can be purchased to post online and share with friends and family. In addition, families can select special digital backdrops to add some high-tech excitement to their holiday photos.

The new Signature Santa Experience is part of Scottsdale Fashion Square’s Haute Holiday Collective, a series of festive events planned for the shopping center this holiday season. Other special holiday events include the Trees for Hope charity art exhibit, as well as returning favorites, including Holiday Meet and Greets with beloved characters, the beloved Angel Tree program in partnership with Salvation Army, and an array of seasonal life music performances. A full list of holiday events and extended holiday hours at Scottsdale Fashion Square is available at fashionsquare.com/holiday.

To simplify their visit with Santa, shoppers can visit fashionsquare.com/SantaPhotos to lock in a convenient time by purchasing a Fast Pass along with their photo package. Families can choose whether to participate in the new Signature Santa Experience or a traditional visit to Santa’s Winter Wonderland; either option includes a photo with Santa that brings the spirit of the season to life. Additional options include special Santa Paws nights for photos with four-legged family members.