Santa at Avalon
Visitors step inside a North Pole-inspired cottage to meet Santa and take festive holiday photos. Families can reserve appointment sessions or stop by as walk-ins to have their holiday portraits taken. Four-legged family members can also join the fun during designated walk-up pet portrait sessions.
What to Expect
Holiday photo sessions inside a North Pole-inspired cottage.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Neighborhood
Avalon
Timed Entry
Yes
Organizer
Avalon
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families and pet owners looking for holiday photos
Vibe
Festive and cozy
Energy Level
Low
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
Low
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: Santa Photo Experience: $35, includes 5 digital photos. Santa Photo Experience + Prints: $40, includes the original experience plus one 6×8, one 5×7, and eight wallet prints. Santa Photo Experience + Christmas Cards: $40, includes the experience plus eight 4×6 printed Christmas Cards, with three design options to choose from at the appointment. The Value Bundle: $45, includes 5 digital photos, one 6×8, one 5×7, two 4×6, 8 Christmas Cards, and 8 Wallet Prints.
- Hours: Sundays 12PM to 7PM; Mondays 12PM to 6PM; Tuesday–Thursday 12PM to 7PM; Friday and Saturday 10AM to 7PM. Sunday break 2PM to 3PM; Friday and Saturday breaks 1PM to 2PM and 4PM to 5PM. Thanksgiving closed; Christmas Eve 9AM to 6PM, walk-ups only. Pet Portraits with Santa Tuesdays 5PM to 7PM.
- Parking: Parking in Avalon lots is complimentary; valet parking is available near the Santa House for $12.
- Pets: Four-legged friends may come for the Pet Portraits with Santa session, which is walk-up only.
Tips & Advice
- Book an appointment once they go on sale on Monday, October 12, since booking is the only way to guarantee your time with Santa.
- If you walk up, aim for a weekday, because weekends are busier and walk-in availability depends on the day's foot traffic.
- Leave extra time to park and walk to the Santa House, as Avalon's parking gets especially busy during the holiday season.
- Bring a credit card, since the Santa photo experience is a cashless operation and doesn't accept cash payments.
- Cancel or reschedule at least 48 hours ahead if your plans change, because later cancellations and no-shows aren't refunded.
Special Events & Promotions
- Pet Portraits with Santa on Tuesday evenings, walk-up only.
- Christmas Eve is walk-ups only, with no appointments.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
Do we need an appointment?
An appointment is the only way to guarantee your time with Santa. Walk-ups are taken only if time allows, except on Christmas Eve, when it's walk-ups only.
How do walk-ups work?
Stop by the Santa House and the team adds your name to the list, then texts you when it's your turn. Walk-ins aren't guaranteed and depend on the day's foot traffic, and weekdays are less busy than weekends. You can also join the waitlist on the booking page to hear when an appointment opens up.
Where can we park?
Parking in the Avalon lots and decks is free, and paid valet is available near the Santa House. Parking gets busy during the holidays, so allow time to park and walk over.
What photos do we get?
Every reservation includes at least 5 digital photos. Packages add prints or eight printed Christmas cards, with three card designs to choose from at your appointment. All photos from your session can be viewed online, and you can buy extra downloads individually.
Can we pay with cash?
No. It's a cashless operation, and all major credit cards are accepted.
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