The elves have been busy and for the 2013 holiday season, The Parks Mall at Arlington is newly bedecked with bright and shiny holiday decorations. The halls and courtyards are glittering with new candelabra wreaths and sparkly ice lights. Santa and Mrs. Claus have a newly redecorated spot, too, with a huge Christmas tree as the centerpiece and cozy fireplace for him to sit beside in a comfy armchair. There’s also a spot for families to stop and have a photo taken with the bright, glittery tree as a backdrop.

Santa arrives fresh from the North Pole at 10 a.m. on Saturday, November 9. He will be in his newly decorated Holiday Living Room on the lower level near Nordstrom Rack through Tuesday, December 24. Santa does take breaks to feed the reindeer, so visitors are advised to check with one of his elves — call 817-467-2757 or visit www.theparksatarlington.com for his schedule. Photo packages start at $19.99