Southern Park Mall will welcome Santa for the season as he makes his grand arrival to DeBartolo Commons at 11 a.m. To commemorate the opening of The Rink at DeBartolo Commons, Santa will join the Boardman trustees in a special ribbon cutting ceremony.
Following the ceremony, guests are invited to join the parade as Santa marches to his house in Center Court. Santa will parade throughout DeBartolo Commons and Southern Park accompanied by his elves, Boardman High School Marching Band, The Grinch, local high school mascots including Boardman Spartan, Canfield Cardinal, Hubbard Eagles, Jackson Milton Blue Jay, South Range Raider and Sturthers Wildcat.
Families can also enjoy free horse drawn sleigh rides at DeBartolo Commons from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. Local food trucks including Auntie Anne’s, OH Donut and others will be offering warms snacks and hot cocoa for purchase.
Starting at noon, Santa will be at his house in center court ready to hear children’s wishes for this Christmas season. Santa will be available for visits and photos through Christmas Eve. Reservations are encouraged and can be made here.
Grand Opening of The Rink
Ice skating at DeBartolo Commons is here for the holiday season!
The Rink will be open starting on Nov. 20 through Jan. 2, 2022. The cost to skate at The Rink is $10 for adults and $8 for kids; guests can bring their own skates or rent for $3.
**Waiver must be completed for each skating participant. Those under the age of 18 must have a parent or guardian sign waiver on their behalf. Waiver can be found HERE.
The Rink Hours of Operation:
Monday through Thursday from 4pm-8pm
Fridays from 3pm-9pm (special hours of 11am-9pm on Nov. 26)
Saturdays from noon-8pm
Sundays from noon-6pm
December 27 through December 30 from 3pm-9pm
New Year's Eve noon-4pm
New Year's Day noon-8pm
January 2 from noon-6pm
*The Rink will be closed on Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day*
The Rink is sponsored locally by Youngstown Clothing Co. and Akron Children’s Hospital.
PHOTOS WITH SANTA
- November 19 - December 24
- 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Where: In Center Court
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Price: Photo packages are available for purchase.
Join us at Santa Park for our Santa Experience. Santa will be at Southern Park from Nov. 20 - Dec. 24. Bring the family to capture holiday moments with Santa that you'll treasure forever!
Find Santa's house in Center Court across from Youngstown Clothing Company.
Save time this holiday season and reserve your photo time slot in advance. Reserve your time slot here.
Walk-ins are also welcome.
Photo packages range from $39.99-$49.99.
The health and safety of our guests, Santa and staff is our top priority. Click the link below to learn more about what to expect during your visit with Santa.
https://cherryhillprograms.com/covidguidelines
PET PHOTOS WITH SANTA
- November 29 - December 6
- Every Monday
- 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Where: Santa Set is in Center Court
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Price: Santa Photo Packages available for purchase
Happy Pawlidays! Celebrate the holiday season by bringing your furry friend to Southern Park to get a picture with Santa, but don't forget its leash.
Pet photos with Santa will be on November 29 & December 6 from 6pm - 8pm. Find Santa's house in Center Court across from Youngstown Clothing Company.
Packages start at $39.99. All dogs and cats must be on a leash, and people friendly. The fun will be going on in Center Court.