As the holidays draw near, Santa gets really busy and can be difficult to track down. Here are a few places in the Ozarks to see Santa in 2025 from soonest to latest. If you know of any more places Santa will be, email myohn@springfieldmo.org and we'll add it to the list.
Bass Pro
Enjoy the magic of Christmas at Santa’s Wonderland in Bass Pro.
When: Nov. 2–Dec. 24, 2025
Where: 1935 S. Campbell Ave., Springfield
Battlefield Mall
Trying to tackle holiday shopping and seeing Santa all in one? Stop by Battlefield Mall.
When: Nov. 15–Dec. 24, 2025
Where: 2825 S. Glenstone Ave., Springfield
Feztival Of Trees
Attend the FEZtival of Trees event at the Abou Ben Adhem Shrine Mosque Nov. 21–23. See dozens of decked out Christmas trees donated by local businesses around the Ozarks area. These businesses have provided beautiful themed Christmas trees filled with unwrapped presents up for raffle from a coffee shop gift cards, movie tickets, boutique items and more! There will be visits from Santa, vendors and crafters for your holiday shopping and live entertainment! Admission is $5, 12 and under are free! Raffle tickets are $1. Learn more with the link below.
When: Nov. 21–23, 2025
Where: 601 E. St. Louis St., Springfield
Mayor’s Tree Lighting Ceremony
See the Mayor’s tree in the downtown square come to life and take selfies with Santa.
When: 6–7 p.m. and 7–8:30 p.m., Nov. 23, 2025
Where: 134 Park Central Square, Springfield
Santa Weekends at Park Central Square
Santa returns to the Downtown Square during weekends in December! Take a photo with Santa and ride the Holiday Express.
When: Nov. 28–29, Dec. 5–6, 12–13, 19–20, 2025
Where: Park Central Square, Springfield
Downtown Springfield Christmas Parade
What better time to find joy than the holiday season? Visit downtown and enjoy the sights and sounds of the season and make happy memories as you enjoy one of the Queen City’s treasured holiday traditions.
When: 2 p.m., Dec. 13, 2025
Where: 134 Park Central Square, Springfield
Cocoa with Santa
Join us for a heartwarming holiday event, Cocoa with Santa, Dec. 13, 2025, at The Judith Enyeart Reynolds School of the Performing Arts! Families and children of all ages are invited to enjoy a festive morning filled with holiday cheer. Create magical snowflakes, decorate delicious cookies, write your letters to Santa, and sip on sweet treats from our delightful hot cocoa bar.
Don’t miss this perfect opportunity to make cherished memories, meet Santa himself, and soak in the holiday spirit—all while supporting Springfield Little Theatre.
When: 9-11:15 a.m. Dec. 13, 2025
Where: 237 S. Florence Ave., Springfield
Outside Springfield
Polar Express at The Branson Scenic Railway
Photo courtesy of Branson Scenic Railway
Pick up Santa Claus at the North Pole with Branson’s Scenic Railway Polar Express ride.
When: Nov. 1–Dec. 23, 2025
Where: 206 E. Main St, Branson
Home For The Holidays at Big Cedar Lodge
Photo courtesy of Big Cedar Lodge
Celebrate the Christmas season with a meet and greet with Santa himself at Big Cedar Lodge. Now in exclusive ten-minute slots, bring home unforgettable memories and take family or child photos with Santa
When: Nov. 1–Dec. 29, 2025
Where: 190 Top of the Rock Road, Ridgedale
Silver Dollar City
Photo courtesy of Silver Dollar City
Make seeing Santa Claus an all-day experience at Silver Dollar City in Branson.
When: Nov. 1, 2025–Jan. 4, 2026
Where: 399 Silver Dollar City Parkway, Branson
Breakfast With Santa At Big Cedar Lodge
Santa invites guests at Big Cedar to join him for a special breakfast! Come say hi to Santa, Mrs. Clause and his elf.
When: Saturdays from Nov. 9–Dec. 21, Sundays from Nov. 24–Dec. 22, 2025 at 7–11 a.m.
Where: 612 Devil's Pool Road, Ridgedale
Annual Ozark Christmas Parade
Kick off the holiday season with the Ozark Christmas parade in the downtown square. Enjoy watching parade floats, taking photos with Santa, face painting, and a holiday movie.
When: 5 p.m., Nov. 22, 2025
Where: E. Church St., Ozark
Bolivar Christmas Parade
Celebrate with the Bolivar Area Chamber of Commerce Christmas Parade to see parade floats and Santa.
When: 5:30 p.m., Dec. 6, 2025
Where: 1600 University Ave, Bolivar
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