Christmas is coming, and families are wondering: where can they take their kids to see Santa Claus in São Paulo? Find out now where to meet Santa in the capital and the metropolitan area to hand in their letters and take the classic family Christmas photo.
Editor’s note: The list will be updated throughout the month leading up to Christmas, so stay tuned so you don’t miss any updates!
Santa’s Arrival at Shopping Metrô Tucuruvi
The Christmas season at Shopping Metrô Tucuruvi gains even more magic with the arrival of Santa Claus, scheduled for late November. The event will be part of the mall’s special Christmas program, which features exclusive decorations inspired by the world of Toy Story.
Families can take advantage of the occasion to get their end-of-year photos and also show their generosity by donating new toys to vulnerable children at the event.
5th Year of “Black Santa” at Shopping Light
For the fifth consecutive year, Shopping Light welcomes its Black Santa Claus. The character’s arrival takes place on Black Awareness Day, ensuring a day of joy and meaning for families. After the welcome ceremony on the ground floor, Santa takes his seat on the 3rd floor, where he remains available throughout the holiday season to listen to the children’s wishes.
Santa Claus Visits Leroy Merlin Stores
Leroy Merlin is getting into the Christmas spirit at its Ricardo Jafet, Morumbi, and Anália Franco locations. On select dates in November, Santa Claus will be at the stores to interact with children and take photos in special backdrops. The visit brings the magic of the season into families’ daily lives, turning a day of shopping into a special opportunity to delight the little ones.
Santa’s Arrival at Shopping Granja Vianna
Shopping Granja Vianna has prepared a big party to welcome Santa Claus! The reception for Santa includes storytelling, a Christmas choir, and a Christmas parade leading a festive procession to his throne. After the arrival event, children and families can visit Santa Claus on Level L1, in front of the Palmeiras store, to share their wishes, hand in their letters, and get their holiday photo.
Meet Santa Claus at Mooca Plaza
Mooca Plaza transforms the afternoon into a magical moment for families who want to visit Santa Claus. The arrival of Santa features a procession with treats and balloons, followed by a walk through the mall’s corridors to his throne on Level L2. To ensure you get a photo on the day of his arrival, you must pick up a wristband at the counter starting at noon. On other days, Santa will be available daily for photos and to take the children’s wishes.
Visit with Santa at the Tatuapé Complex
If you’d like to visit Santa Claus in São Paulo’s East Zone, the Tatuapé Complex offers a visit to Santa’s Throne featuring exclusive decorations by Hello Kitty and Friends. Both Shopping Metrô Tatuapé and Shopping Metrô Boulevard Tatuapé will have Santa Claus at their respective thrones daily, allowing families to choose the best spot to share their Christmas wishes.
Santa Claus at the Toy Workshop at ParkShopping São Caetano
Santa Claus will make an unforgettable arrival at ParkShopping São Caetano, featuring a special mini-show where toys come to life and a procession to the mall’s outdoor area. Throughout the season, Santa Claus will be on Level L2 to welcome children and their families amid the “Toy Workshop” decorations.
♿ Accessibility: Carousel accessible to people with disabilities
Visits with Santa at SuperShopping Osasco
Santa Claus arrives at SuperShopping Osasco alongside the Scooby-Doo gang! Santa welcomes families to his special throne, where he’ll meet with children who want to hand in their wish lists and has a pet-friendly throne for their four-legged friends.
Santa Claus Reception at Continental Shopping
Continental Shopping will welcome Santa Claus with a year-end show in the main plaza. The arrival of Santa will feature playful characters, plenty of music, and direct interaction with the audience. Families bringing their children to this first encounter can enjoy the distribution of candy, treats, and cotton candy, turning the visit into a Christmas party.
Santa’s Arrival at West Plaza
West Plaza kicks off its Christmas season with the arrival of Santa Claus. To delight the children, the reception area will feature a Christmas parade that will bring characters and plenty of magic through the mall’s corridors. During the season, families can also enjoy a Parisian-inspired carousel that makes the trip to see Santa Claus even more immersive.
Vila Olímpia Mall
To welcome Santa Claus in style, Shopping Vila Olímpia is hosting Christmas events featuring plenty of music and themed characters. Santa takes his official seat on the 2nd floor, where families can bring their little ones every day to hand in their letters and make their wishes.
Santa’s Arrival at Cantareira Norte Shopping
For families planning to include São Paulo’s North Zone in their Santa Claus itinerary, Cantareira Norte Shopping has prepared an incredible setting. Santa’s throne will be placed beneath a huge illuminated Christmas ball, with daily visits for children and a pet-friendly area.
🌻 Accessibility: Priority service for people with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) every day, from 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Visit Santa Claus at Iguatemi Alphaville
At Vila dos Ursos in Iguatemi Alphaville, the Christmas magic comes to life with Santa’s arrival on the Tocantins Floor. Santa will spend his days listening to the kids and posing for photos. To make the visit with Santa even more interactive, the mall has organized children’s workshops where the little ones can write and decorate their own messages before handing them to Santa Claus.
