‘Tis the season for twinkly lights, cocoa mustaches, and the annual hunt for the jolliest man in Colorado — Santa himself! 🎅✨ Whether your kiddos are ready to whisper their wish list, snap a magical photo, or simply soak in the holiday cheer, the Hive has you covered. I’ve rounded up all the best Santa sightings across Douglas, El Paso, and Teller Counties to make your season merry, bright, and stress-free.

With everything from cozy donut-shop visits to grand parades and full Christmas villages, this guide will help you find the perfect Santa moment for your family. Let the festive adventure begin! 🐝🎄

🎅 DOUGLAS COUNTY SANTA SIGHTINGS

🎄 1. Santa’s Wonderland – Bass Pro Shops / Cabela’s (Lone Tree)

📅 Mid-November–Dec 24
💲 Free photos (reservation required)
✨ The classic Santa experience with crafts & activities

🎄 2. Park Meadows Mall – Santa Photos

📅 Daily through Dec 24
💲 Photo package prices vary
✨ Indoor holiday set + sensory-friendly days

🎄 3. Season of the Star – Castle Rock

📍 Downtown Castle Rock
📅 Kickoff Nov 22; Big Santa weekend Dec 5–6
💲 Free
✨ Santa, reindeer games, tree lighting, cocoa

🎄 4. Santa in the Rock – Faith’s Footsies

📍 Castle Rock Library
📅 Nov 30 • 2–5PM
💲 Free
✨ Charity event with Santa photos

🎄 5. Free Photos with Santa – Coff33

📍 Castle Rock
📅 Dec 7
💲 Free
✨ Bring your camera and holiday cheer

🎄 6. Highland Ranch Holiday Celebration

📍 Town Center
📅 First weekend of December
💲 Free
✨ Santa arrives by firetruck!

🎄 7. Outlets at Castle Rock – Santa at Holiday Village

📅 Weekends in December
💲 Photo packages available
✨ Giant tree, characters, Santa cabin

🎅 EL PASO COUNTY SANTA SIGHTINGS

🎄 8. Home for the Holidays – Colorado Springs City Hub ~ 🐝Buzzy B will be here! 

📅December 13th  9am -12pm
💲 Free entry
✨ Santa photos, stage shows, lights, vendors

   https://www.facebook.com/events/1122300256735059

🎄 9. Sunshine Studios Holiday Bazaar – Santa + Grinch ~ 🐝Buzzy B will be here! 

📅 December 7th 10 am - 4pm
💲 Usually free
✨ Beautiful holiday market + photo ops 

      https://www.facebook.com/events/649767411510550

🎄 10. Holiday Wishes for Teens – Santa Appearance

📍 Lyda Hill Institute
📅 Dec 14 • 12–3PM
💲 Free
✨ Santa + charitable gift drive for teens

🎄 11. Donuts with Santa – Happy Hour Donuts

📅 Dec 7 • 10AM–12PM
💲 Free entry (donuts sold separately)
✨ Santa photos, baked treats, warm drinks

🎄 12. Santa & Grinch Party – Pikes Peak Brewing (Monument)

📅 Dec 13 • 2–6PM
💲 Free
✨ Santa, The Grinch, face painting, live music

🎄 13. North Pole – Santa’s Workshop (Cascade)

📅 Open daily in December
💲 Admission required
✨ The iconic Santa with a full Christmas village

🎄 14. Festival of Lights Family Fun Day – Pioneers Museum

📅 Dec 6 • 10AM–2PM
💲 Free
✨ Crafts, Santa letters, characters, cocoa

🎄 15. Pictures with Santa – Fine Arts Center

📅 Nov 29
💲 Free
✨ Bring your own camera

🎄 16. Santa Photos at CO Springs Christmas Gift Show

📅 Dec weekend
💲 Free
✨ Santa & Mrs. Claus!

🎄 17. Pub Dog Santa Paws Events

📍 Colorado Springs
📅 Dec 13 (Ugly Sweater + Santa Paws), Dec 20 (Toy Swap)
💲 Free / some ticketed photos
✨ Dog-friendly Santa events!

🎅 TELLER COUNTY SANTA SIGHTINGS

🎄 18. Woodland Park Holiday Parade

📍 Downtown Woodland Park
📅 First Saturday in December
💲 Free
✨ Santa arrives at the end of the parade

🎄 19. Letters to Santa Drop-Boxes – Teller County

📅 Nov 1–Dec 16
💲 Free
✨ Dozens of drop-off spots for kids

🎄 20. North Pole – Santa’s Workshop (Cascade)

📅 Daily in Dec
💲 Admission
✨ Re-listing here because it’s in Teller County!
Real-beard Santa, magical atmosphere, rides

🎄 21. Ute Pass Cultural Center Holiday Market + Santa

📅 Mid-December
💲 Free
✨ Photo ops + holiday crafts & vendors

🎅 BONUS SIGHTINGS ACROSS MULTIPLE COUNTIES

🎄 22. Festivals, Bazaars & Craft Shows With Santa (rotating)

🎁 Holiday Bazaar at Sunshine Studios
🎁 Holiday Craft Workshop – Pub Dog
🎁 Christmas Party & Market – That Place / Kindermotion
🎁 Jingle Jog 5K – Santa often attends
🎁 Miracles on Main Street – Fountain
…all feature Santa or Santa photo spots!

No matter how busy the season gets — or how many times you hear “Is it Christmas yet?” — you’ve got a whole Hive cheering you on. Whether you prefer a classic mall Santa, a small-town parade Santa, or a bearded-in-the-mountains Santa, Colorado has a magical moment waiting for you.

If you discover a new Santa spot I missed, buzz it my way so we can share it with the whole community! Wishing you cocoa-warm nights, joyful memories, and photos where at least one child is smiling. 😆📸🎅

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