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Best Places to Take Pictures with Santa in Orlando

Kids love meeting Santa at The Santa Workshop Experience, full of holiday magic. Photo by the author
Kids love meeting Santa at The Santa Workshop Experience, full of holiday magic. Photo by the author
11/14/25 - By Charlotte B

Santa’s coming to town (specifically Orlando)! It’s that magical time of year again; time to snap those cherished photos with Santa in Orlando! Orlando kids (and kids at heart) have plenty of opportunities to meet jolly old St. Nick as he makes his annual visit to Central Florida. Keep reading to discover the best spots to take pictures with Santa across the region.

For more fun Christmas events in the area, look no further than our Orlando Holiday Guide!

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Give Santa a smile at Bass Pro Shops this holiday season and catch it on film. Photo courtesy of the retailer
Give Santa a smile at Bass Pro Shops this holiday season and catch it on film. Photo courtesy of the retailer

Pictures with Santa in Orlando

Santa's Wonderland at Bass Pro Shops

Orlando
November 2 - December 24, 2025
Families can get a free 4x6 photo and a free shareable video with Santa at Bass Pro Shops in Orlando. Additional photo packages are available. Be sure to bring your Christmas list for Santa’s mailbox. READ MORE

The Mall at Millenia Santa Photo Experience

Orlando
November 7 - December 24, 2025
Visit with Santa at The Mall at Millenia. Fun photo props are available for kids to sit on. Advanced reservations are required. Kids can leave their wish lists in Santa's mailbox. For those just meeting Santa, and not taking photos, a reservation is still required. READ MORE

SeaWorld Orlando Christmas Celebration

Orlando
Select days, November 7, 2025 - January 5, 2026
Gather your family and join all your festive friends at SeaWorld’s Christmas Celebration, select dates, November 7 - January 5. This annual event includes millions of sparkling lights, a sea of trees, snow flurries, award-winning live shows, ice-skating, delicious holiday foods, and your favorite Christmas friends like Santa, Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, and more. READ MORE

The Santa Workshop Experience

Orlando
November 8 - December 24, 2025
At ICON Park, meet with Santa and some of the best photographers around at The Santa Workshop Experience. With photo purchase, all children receive a free ride on The Carousel at the Promenade. READ MORE

Holidays at Disney Springs

Lake Buena Vista
November 13 - December 24, 2025
Celebrate the holidays at Disney Springs with a Disney Christmas Tree Stroll, snow flurries, toy soldier stilt-walkers, and snowflake skaters. Visit with jolly Old St. Nick through December 24. A virtual queue is available to meet with Santa. READ MORE

Christmas at Gaylord Palms

Kissimmee
November 14 - December 24, 2025
Experience so much Christmas with dazzling displays, tempting treats, holiday shows, and festive activities. ICE! features beloved scenes from "Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer" brought to life through colorful, colossal ice sculptures. READ MORE

The Florida Mall Santa Photos

Orlando
November 14 - December 24, 2025
Don't miss Santa pictures at The Florida Mall! Book a time slot online. Walk-ups are also welcome every day until closing time. A Caring Santa event is also available for special needs families. READ MORE

Altamonte Mall Santa Photos

Altamonte Springs
November 21 - December 24, 2025
Visit the Altamonte Mall to get professional photos with Santa. The mall also offers a sensory-friendly Santa Cares Day. READ MORE

Oviedo Mall Santa Photos

Oviedo
Select days, November 21 - December 24, 2025
Take professional photos with Santa at the Oviedo Mall. Reservations are strongly recommended, and walk-ups will only be available as space allows. A sensory-friendly Santa experience takes place Dec 7th, Dec 14th and Dec 21st from10:30am-11:30am. READ MORE

Celebration's Now Snowing

Celebration
November 28 - December 31, 2025
Celebration's annual Now Snowing event features snowfall nightly, as well as ice skating, strolling Carolers, horse-drawn carriage rides, train rides, and photos with Santa. READ MORE

Winter Wonderland at Wekiva Island

Longwood
Select days, November 30 - December 21, 2025
Wekiva Island’s Winter Wonderland has returned for the holiday season, offering festive activities throughout December. Guests can enjoy daily “snow” flurries, a Christmas tree forest featuring a 30-foot tree, visits from beloved Christmas characters, and a chance to meet Santa at his on-site Workshop. READ MORE

Oh What Fun! Lake Nona Holiday Festival

Orlando
Select dates, December 5-21, 2025
Oh, What Fun! returns to Lake Nona Town Center this December! Visit Peppermint Square (Lake Nona Town Center) for a magical holiday festival filled with nightly snowfalls, live entertainment, local vendors, festive treats, and endless photo ops, including a towering 24-foot Christmas tree. READ MORE

City of Orlando's Downtown for the Holidays

Downtown Orlando
Select dates, December 6-21, 2025
Stroll Lake Eola and watch the Eola Wonderland Christmas Tree come alive with lights and music. Weekends through December 21, see snowfall and meet Santa at the Lake Eola House. READ MORE

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About the Author

Charlotte Blanton
Charlotte Blanton, a Central Florida native and mom of three, holds a business degree from the University of Florida (Go Gators!). After a career in corporate finance, she pivoted to stay home with her kids and found her passion for writing through Mommy Poppins. She loves exploring local theme parks and discovering fun activities for families in Central Florida.
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