Places around Oklahoma City to Pose with Santa

 There are a variety of spots around the Oklahoma City metro area where you can sit on Santa’s lap and have a photographer record that special moment. But just to make sure you stay on that jolly old elf’s best side, when asked to smile at any of the locations below, you might try shouting “milk and cookies” instead of “cheese.” North Pole City 4201 South Interstate 44 Service Rd. OKC, OK 73119 405-685-6635   Already available, appointments for pictures with Santa can be made up to seven days in advance through Dec. 23. Santa visits North Pole City every year to spend time chatting with the good girls and boys who stop by and to have a picture taken with them. He even tells the story of the first Christmas while he’s there. Bass Pro Shop 200 Bass Pro Dr. OKC, OK 73104 405-218-5200   Now through Dec. 24, youngsters can visit Santa’s Wonderland at the Bass Pro Shop for a free photo with the big guy. Guests can schedule their photo session online or at Ticket Depots in the store. Those who wait to schedule their photo at the store are encouraged to secure the time to have their picture taken as soon as they enter. Crafts and other activities are available for those who are waiting.   Cabela’s 1200 W. Memorial Rd. OKC, OK 73114 405-546-3500   Free photos with Santa are also available at Cabela’s now through Christmas Eve. Photo sessions can be scheduled online or inside the store at Ticket Depots.  Anyone who chooses to schedule their session at the store the same day the photo will be taken is advised to do so upon arrival, as there could be significant wait time. However, games, crafts and other activities will be available to keep youngsters happy and occupied.   Penn Square Mall 1901 Northwest Expressway OKC, OK 73118 405-841-2696   Located in Penn Square Mall’s lower central court, the Santa Photo Experience will be open until Christmas Eve. Even pets can have their pictures taken with Santa on Dec. 8. It’s recommended that reservations be made online to save time waiting in line.   North Park Mall 12100 N May Ave OKC, OK 73120 405-751-1453   No appointment is necessary for those who stop by to see Santa at North Park Mall. Children may visit with Santa for free. All proceeds from any photo taken with Santa go to fund projects sponsored by the NW Rotary Club of Oklahoma City.   Quail Springs Mall 2501 W Memorial Rd OKC, OK 73134 405-755-6530   Photos can be taken with Santa at the Quail Springs Mall through Dec. 24 in the Old Macy’s Court, Soft Seating Center Court. Reservations can be made online and are recommended.   Sooner Mall 3301 W Main St Norman, OK 73072 405-360-0360   Anyone in the Norman area can stop by the J. C. Penny Soft Seating Area at Sooner Mall until Dec. 24 to have their photo taken with Santa. Photo sessions can be scheduled ahead of time online.