Photos with Santa
Visitors can share their Christmas wish lists with Santa atop Santa's Mountain, a replica of the iconic mountain from A Christmas Story. After posing for a holiday picture, children can celebrate with a ride down the giant red slide.
Nov 27 – Dec 20, 2026
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Plan Your Visit
Tickets
$10 per appointment, including one printed photo; additional photos are $6 each.
Hours
10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Accessibility
All is Calm offers a sensory-friendly exhibit and Santa visits for children and adults with special needs.
Pets
Dogs and cats are welcome for Santa photos on Wag Your Tail Wednesdays; dogs must be on non-retractable leashes.
Location
Tips & Advice
- Book one appointment for your whole group, even if several people want to be in the photos or you want more than one picture.
- Choose All is Calm if your group includes children or adults with special needs; the session includes a sensory-friendly exhibit.
- Bring a military ID or work badge if attending Holiday for Heroes, as it is required for admission.
- For a pet photo, book a Wag Your Tail Wednesday appointment and bring dogs on non-retractable leashes.
- Add any extra printed photos during booking or at your visit if you want more than the print included with the appointment.
Special Events & Promotions
- Friday, November 27 is a special day for Santa photos.
- All is Calm is a sensory-friendly session for children and adults with special needs.
- Holiday for Heroes is for first responders, active and retired military personnel, and their families.
- Wag Your Tail Wednesdays offer Santa photos for dogs and cats.
- Additional printed photos can be purchased separately.
Links & Contact
Christmas Events Near Me is an independent guide, not the organizer of this event. For tickets, entries, vendor spots or questions, contact the organizer directly through their website.
Frequently Asked Questions
What happens during a Santa photo appointment?
Visitors can share their Christmas wish list with Santa on Santa’s Mountain, then children can ride down the giant red slide.
How should a group book its appointment?
Reserve one time slot for the group; you do not need multiple appointments for multiple group members or more than one picture.
Are there sessions for visitors with sensory needs?
All is Calm is reserved for children and adults with special needs and includes a sensory-friendly exhibit and visits with Santa.
Can I bring a pet for a photo with Santa?
Dogs and cats are welcome during Wag Your Tail Wednesdays. Dogs must be on non-retractable leashes.
Who can attend Holiday for Heroes?
The session is for first responders, active and retired military personnel, and their families. Bring a military ID or work badge for admission.
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