Santa Sightings
There’s nothing more magical at Christmas than taking your kids to meet Santa. Here’s our round-up of some of the most wonderful places to see Santa in Alpharetta, Georgia. Make this season memorable with festive, can’t-miss events, including tree lightings and holiday lights around town. Spend the most wonderful time of the year in Alpharetta by planning a relaxing Alpharetta holiday retreat to get you and your crew in the joyous spirit.
Check out all the events happening in Alpharetta in November and December.

WHERE TO FIND SANTA
North Point Holiday Kick Off
November 21
12:00 – 3:00 p.m.
North Point Mall – 1000 North Point Circle
Kick off your Holiday Season in style. Join Santa and his marching band for a parade through the North Point Mall Center Court. The family fun continues with face painters, balloon twisters, roaming characters and stilt walkers.
Brunch With Santa
November 28
Brunch: 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Santa Visit: 11:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
UP on the Roof
A little brunch. A little Christmas joy. A whole lot of frame-worthy memories. Skip the mall and take your Christmas traditions UP a notch. Santa is coming to downtown Alpharetta for our annual Brunch with Santa at UP on the Roof, complete with brunch favorites, festive sips and a chance to capture a little holiday magic with your favorite people.
FREE Pictures With Santa
December 5
10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Alpharetta Convention and Visitors Bureau – 178 South Main Street Ste. 200
The Alpharetta Convention and Visitors Bureau is hosting a Free Pictures with Santa event. Families are encouraged to stop by for a complimentary individual or family photo with Santa Claus. A photo will be printed onsite and emailed instantly to each person, so it can be shared with family and friends. Attendees are advised to not wear green clothing as the photographer will be using a “green screen” and green clothing will interfere with the photo quality. No pets. Free admission.
Breakfast With Santa At Avalon
December 5,6
Times Vary
Avalon – 400 Avalon Blvd.
Visit Chick-fil-A on Dec. 5 or Oak Steakhouse on Dec. 6 to meet with Santa over delicious food. Ticket admission required.
Santa At Avalon
Throughout December
Times Vary
Avalon – 400 Avalon Blvd.
Visit the Jolly Elf in his cozy cottage in Avalon! Families and children can take photos. Ticket admission required.
Story Time with Santa
Throughout December
Times Vary
Avalon – 400 Avalon Blvd.
Join Santa as Master of Ceremonies and hear holiday classics as well as new seasonal tales. Ticket admission required.
Tuck-Ins with Santa
Throughout December
By Appointment Only – Hotel Reservations Required
The Hotel at Avalon – 9000 Avalon Blvd.
Ensure that you dream of sugar plums and candy canes by having Santa tuck you into bed! A festive experience sure to bring huge smiles and lots of laughs.

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