The holiday season has officially arrived! Along with the freezing weather here in Virginia, Santa Claus has arrived at Fair Oaks Mall! He brought some elves with him and invites all the good boys and girls to join his crew!

Santa’s Flight Academy

Santa’s Flight Academy is located in the Grand Court West. Each child that visits becomes a member of the Santa’s flight crew and enjoys a special visit with the big guy himself! As part of his crew, you receive a personalized Cadet Badge and the chance to try on a virtual flight suit. You then learn how to operate the sleigh, complete with a dance party under magical lights and SNOW!
There was so much to do while waiting in line to see Santa, that it barely seemed like a wait. Once entering the Flight Academy, you are fit for a flight suit by measuring your height, foot size, and hand size. Then you have the chance to try on your virtual flight suit. Next, you have the chance to check out the flight path, apply sled boosters, and talk in the cheer catcher! Right before you meet Santa, there is time for a dance party under the snow! Yes, it snows!

When Can I Meet Santa?

Santa is available to meet you from November 9 – December 24. He does take a milk and cookie break from: 12:30 – 1:15 p.m. and 6:30 – 7:15 p.m., so plan accordingly!

Santa’s Hours Nov. 9 through Dec. 9
Monday – Saturday: 10 a.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Sunday: 11am– 6pm

Santa’s Hours Thanksgiving/Black Friday
Thursday, Nov. 23: CLOSED
Friday, Nov. 24: 9 a.m. – 9:30 p.m.

Santa’s Hours Dec. 10 through Dec. 23
Sunday, Dec 10:  10am – 9:30pm
Monday, Dec. 11 – Sunday, Dec. 17: 9 a.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Monday, Dec. 18 – Saturday, Dec. 23: 8 a.m. – 9:30 p.m.

Santa Photo Hours on Christmas Eve, Dec. 24
8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
*Guests must be in line with a ticket by 5 p.m. to see Santa before he leaves for the North Pole.

 

Can I Bring My Furry Friends?

Pet parents are invited to commemorate the season by bringing their furry friends to have their photo take with Santa Claus during these six special Santa Paws sessions!

  • Sunday, November 12: 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
  • Saturday, November 25: 8:00 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.
  • Sunday, November 26: 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
  • Sunday, December 3: 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
  • Saturday, December 9, 7:30 a.m. – 8:30 a.m.
  • Sunday, December 10, 7:30 a.m. – 8:30 a.m.

**For every “A” photo package purchased, a $10 donation will be made to Fairfax County Animal Shelter!**

Photo Package Pricing

Photos are not required to meet Santa, but if you would like to document the occasion, there are multiple packages to fit your needs. Use the coupon below for $3 off photo packages A-D!

A. Four 5 x 7s, Four 4 x 6s, Four 3 x 5s, Eight Wallets, FREE Digital Download, $10 credit towards any 3-card purchase at Lovepop.com, Plus a complimentary Lovepop Picture Tree Card. $52

B. Two 5 x 7s, Two 4 x 6s, Two 3 x 5s, Eight Wallets, $10 credit towards any 3-card purchase at Lovepop.com, Plus a complimentary Lovepop Picture Tree Card. $46

C. One 5 x 7, Two 4 x 6s, Two 3 x 5s, Six Wallets, Two Photos in Two Keychains, $10 credit towards any 3-card purchase at Lovepop.com, Plus a complimentary Lovepop Picture Tree Card. $39

D. One 5 x 7, Two 4 x 6s, Four Wallets, $10 credit towards any 3-card purchase at Lovepop.com, Plus a complimentary Lovepop Picture Tree Card. $33

E. Two 4 x 6s, $10 credit towards any 3-card purchase at Lovepop.com, Plus a complimentary Lovepop Picture Tree Card. $26

Add-Ons*

Digital Download plus Four Free Wallets. $10
*Santa photo purchase required.      

Time for Lunch! Time to Shop!

Fair Oaks Mall is an awesome place to find your holiday gifts. Not only do they have quality stores, there are some great restaurants, such as BRIO Tuscan Grill. (FYI, they are offering Buy 1 Get 1 Free entrees on Sunday, November 12 in honor of Veteran’s Day – simply mention this offer to your server to redeem!)

And, while you are shopping – don’t forget about Stocking Stuffers! If you aren’t sure what to get, check out my list of 101 Stocking Stuffers for Women to give you some ideas 🙂

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