Looking to meet Santa in Denver without spending a dime? The Denver area has several opportunities to visit Santa without paying for expensive photo packages. Here are the best places to see Santa for free in Denver this season.
Bass Pro Santa’s Wonderland
Nov. 2 – Dec. 24
Head to your local Bass Pro Shop for photos with Santa. Advance reservations are required in all locations and can go quickly. Free printed photo and video download.
Cabela’s Santa’s Wonderland
Nov. 2 – Dec. 24
Head to your local Cabela’s for photos with Santa. Advance reservations are required in all locations and can go quickly. Free printed photo and video download.
Denver Union Station
Nov. 30, Dec. 14, 17, 21 | 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.
See Santa at The Great Hall of Union Station! Photos will be taken by Santa’s helpers on your personal phone or camera. Visits are free and on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Outlets at Castle Rock
Nov. 29 – Dec. 24
Step into a pocket of holiday wonder at Santa’s Cottage, presented by Douglas County Libraries, located in the 3rd Street Courtyard East. Enjoy free photos with Santa — a joyful stop for families, friends, coworkers, and yes, even your furry family members on select pet-friendly days.
Orchard Town Center
Nov. 15 – Dec. 21
Visit Santa’s cottage, snap a free festive photo, and bring your best holiday drawings. Santa can’t wait to see you!
St. Nick on the Bricks, Boulder
Nov. 28, Nov. 29, Dec. 6, Dec. 13 | 11 aa.m. – 2 p.m.
Kids of all ages can visit with Santa for FREE at the Downtown Boulder Visitor Information Center (1303 Pearl St, Boulder). Bring your list and a camera to capture priceless holiday memories. Download coloring sheets to prepare for your Santa visit.
The Little Man Ice Cream Factory
Saturdays, Nov. 26 – Jan. 2 | 3-5 p.m.
The Little Man Ice Cream Factory’s latest escapade will launch on Friday, November 26, and run through January 2. Santa’s Factory is an exuberant explosion of twinkly lights, ornaments run-amok, penguins, tin soldiers, Elfy-Selfie Walls, an Icy Santa Throne for photos with the Big Guy, Bingo with Mrs. Claus, Gingerbread House Parties, Live Holiday Music, and Crafting with the Elves. Oh, and the best gift of all… that slide is officially opened for those that have been waiting!
