Beary Merry Scavenger Hunt​, Santa At The Mall In Columbia

COLUMBIA, MD — Embark upon a beary merry scavenger hunt while waiting to see Santa at The Mall in Columbia this holiday season. The mall has a map guiding searchers as they seek the bears hidden throughout the mall. Anyone who finds at least seven bears and checks them off on the list then can claim a beary special gift at Carter's.

Kids can enjoy photos with Santa now through Dec. 13 from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sundays. The mall will be closed Thanksgiving Day. Dec. 14 through Dec. 21, Santa will be available for photos Sundays 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Monday through Saturday 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. On Dec. 23, hours will be 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Christmas Eve 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

On Dec. 14 from 1 to 5 p.m., people can watch a magical gift wrapping event hosted by a contestant from the Freeform TV series, Wrap Battle. Celebrate the season with gift wrapping tutorials, more than $5,000 in giveaways, holiday treats, themed photo opportunities and more.