For those who have been eagerly awaiting the chance to whisper their holiday wishes into Santa's ear, the moment has arrived to secure your spot. Families can begin reserving their meet-and-greet with the jolly man in red at Macy's Herald Square, following his grand entrance after the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. Reservations for this cherished yuletide experience started today at 6:30 a.m., as mentioned by PIX11.
Despite reservations opening five days in advance, spots to see Santa fill up quickly. From November 29 to December 24, groups of up to nine can book a photo with Santa, but expect wait times of 30 to 90 minutes, according to The Points Guy.
Once past the velvet ropes of Santaland on Macy's eighth floor, visitors will find themselves surrounded by an enchanting Christmas village sprawling over 13,000 square feet, complete with all the North Pole trimmings. More than 170,000 people are said to traverse this holiday wonderland annually, seeking the warmth of Santa's chuckle and a chance to share their wish lists. And while the visit is at no cost, photographs with Santa come at a price - picture packages start at $39.99, details PIX11 highlights.
This year's Santaland continues its reservation-only policy to control the crowds. To secure a spot, visitors should book online early, five days before their visit. Be sure to bring a printed reservation with a QR code, as reminded by The Points Guy. With the holiday season in full swing and Santa's schedule filling up until December 24, these slots are in high demand.
