Where and how to find Santa photos can be tricky? It is that time of year Santa Claus is coming to town, find out the best places for 2024 Santa Visits in Mississauga, Brampton and Georgetown. But the big question is where to go to see him. There are several options for where to get Santa Visits and Santa Photos in Brampton, Mississauga and surrounding area.
This post will show you the Santa photo set ups for each one, any special activities going on (story time, pet photos with Santa etc) and prices (where we have them) so you can make the best choice for your family for where you would like to go see Santa this year.
The Top Places to get Santa Photos in Mississauga, Brampton and Georgetown:
If you’re looking to get photos with Santa Claus, you have several options depending on your location and preferences. Here are some common places where you can find Santa photos:
- Malls and Shopping Centers: Many shopping malls and retail centers offer Santa Claus photo opportunities during the holiday season. They often set up a Santa’s workshop where children can meet Santa and have their photos taken.
- Santa’s Villages and Christmas Festivals: Some cities and towns host Santa’s villages or Christmas festivals during the holiday season. These events typically include opportunities to meet Santa and take photos. Checkout our full Guide to Christmas Events in the Greater Toronto Area.
- Local Events and Parades: Check your local event listings for holiday events and parades. Santa is often a featured guest, and you may have the chance to get photos with him. Checkout our Guide to Local Santa Claus Parades, Breakfasts with Santa, or Train Rides with Santa.
Where to get 2024 Santa Visits and Santa Photos near me:
We’re happy you have chosen to capture the magic of your holiday experience with a Santa Visit or Santa Experience! We are dedicated to finding opportunities that make you feel comfortable to focus on the most important thing – your favorite Christmas tradition and making family memories!
Santa Claus is coming to town and you have several options in the Greater Toronto Area for where to go see him! Don’t worry Santa is not camera shy so check out the set ups for Santa Photos and Santa Visits and then head out to let St. Nick know what is on your Christmas wish list.
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Where and How to Visit Santa in 2024 in the Greater Toronto Area
Erin Santa Photos and Santa Visits
1 – Erin Hills Acres
Georgetown and Acton Santa Photos and Santa Visits
1 – Georgetown Marketplace
Milton Santa Photos
1 – Milton Mall
Brampton Santa Photos and Santa Visits
1 – Bramalea City Centre Santa Photos
2 – Shoppers World Santa Photos
Mississauga Santa Photos and Santa Visits
1 – Square One Santa Photos & Pet Photos
2 – Erin Mills Town Center Santa Photos & Pet photos
3 – Dixie Outlet Santa Photos
4 – Sherway Gardens Santa Photos
Vaughan Santa Photos and Santa Visits
1 – Vaughan Mills Santa Photos
2 – Bass Pro Shop Santa Photos
Where to go in Erin for Santa Photos and Santa Visits:
Erin Hill Acres
Enjoy a private Santa experience as you and your family engage in a festive interactive experience in Santa’s living room located in an 1800’s barn at Erin Hill Acres. It is beautifully decorated for the season with two huge Christmas trees and even Santa’s sleigh.
This private time with Santa is nothing like a photo session at the mall. You take your own photos and videos to capture these special moments. Up to 10 of your people can participate. Bring the grand parents, the aunts and uncles as well as the family dog ( Leashed, friendly dogs only please. Dogs count as people.)
Dates: Santa Experiences begin on November 15th and run to December 22nd.
**The Santa Experience DOES NOT include admission to the rest of the farm experiences.**
Georgetown
Where to go in Georgetown and Acton for Santa Photos and Santa Visits:
Georgetown Marketplace
TBA
Where to go in Milton for Santa Photos
To round off the year, December is filled with themed days with Santa such as Pet Nights, PJ Days, Story time with Santa and Sensory Santa day.
– Pet Nights with Santa are Wednesday nights from 3pm-7pm
– PJ Days with Santa are Tuesdays all day
– Story time with Santa is Tuesdays at 11am
– Sensory Santa Day is December 8th from 9am-10:30am.
Regular Santa Hours are as follows – Monday – Friday 11am-2pm & 3pm-7pm, and Saturday 10am-2pm & 3pm-6pm, Sunday 11am-2pm & 3pm-5pm
To schedule your appointment with Santa click here!
On December 7th from 11am-3pm, we have a special visit from a famous Elf which will include a meet and greet plus an elf themed craft.
Our 4th and final market of the year is hosted by Local Luxe Markets on December 14th and 15th.
Our annual holiday charity gift wrapping will be hosted by The Hospital Auxiliary December 13th-24th.
Where to go in Brampton for Santa Photos and Santa Visits
There are 2 main locations to get pictures with Santa in Brampton in a Mall – Bramalea City Centre and Shoppers World Brampton. There are several smaller events where you can grab your yearly pictures with St. Nick, but for drop in hours these 2 malls are your best bet in Brampton.
Santa Photos Bramalea City Centre
Dates: November 25th until December 24th only
Photos with Santa at Bramalea City Centre Enjoy a safe and stress-free visit with Santa! It’s back! Santa is coming to Bramalea City Centre for family and pet photos to spread some holiday cheer.
Your child can whisper wishes in Santa’s ear, bring letters and have a lovely visit with Santa.
No Personal or Professional Photography is permitted. Photos will not be available during the Santa Visit sessions.
We are excited to announce, Santa Claus is coming to town! Santa will be arriving at Bramalea City Centre! 🎅📸. Book your reservation NOW!
Santa can’t wait to see you again!
Santa Photos Shoppers World Brampton
Photos with Santa at Shoppers World Brampton
Celebrate the Holidays with a photo with Santa from November 28th – December 24th in the Christmas Village in front of Winners!
Schedule of Events:
Sensory Friendly Santa Experience
Date: Dec 8th 9-10:30am
People within every spectrum of special needs and their families are invited to a private photo session, to experience the time-honored tradition of a visit with Santa during dedicated hours. Please reserve your complimentary ticket – ONE TICKET per group/family, please.
Families are encouraged to arrive at any time during their scheduled 15-minute time period.
Visits with Santa are free. Photo packages that capture holiday memories will be available for purchase at the event.
Where to go in Mississauga for Santa Photos and Santa Visits
Santa Claus is coming to town and you have several options in Mississauga for where to go see him! Don’t worry Santa is not camera shy so check out the set ups for Santa Photos in Mississauga and then head out to let St. Nick know what is on your Christmas wish list.
Square One
Immerse yourself in the magic of the holidays this season at Square One. Meet Santa at Gingerbread Lane for what’s sure to be an unforgettable experience for the entire family! Opening November 12th.
Visit our Holiday page for more details and to reserve your appointment today.
SPECIAL OFFER: All bookings made for Monday to Thursday during the month of November are eligible for 20% off your photo package. Use the code NOVEMBER20 at checkout.
Erin Mills Town Center Santa Photos
Dates: Nov 15th – Dec 24th
Visit the Erin Mills Town Centre – We encourage pre-booking your Santa Magic photo experience. Walk-up visits are available as space permits at participating locations. Santa Visits and photos will be opening Nov 15th.
The Magic of Advance Reservations
- Get a free phone call from Santa, powered by Portable North Pole
- Lock in the date and time of your choice
- Free access to MyPhoto all holiday season
- Make checkout a breeze onsite
Event Schedule:
Dixie Outlet Mall Santa Photos
Santa Claus is coming to Dixie arriving Nov 30th.
Hours:
Pet Friendly Days: Thursday December 5th and 12th 4PM -8PM
Dogs and Cats only
Sensory Friendly Days: December 1st & December 8th 11am to 12pm
Sherway Gardens Photos with Santa
Ho Ho Oh-no! Unfortunately all spots for Visits with Santa at CF Sherway Gardens are sold out. Be sure to check back often as there may be cancellations, or visit another CF location close to you.
Woodbine
Woodbine Mall Santa Pictures
Santa Hours 🎅🏼📸
Nov 26 12-7PM, Nov 27 11-6PM, Nov 28 12-5PM, Nov 29 and 30 2-7PM, December Hours TBA
Where to go in Vaughan for Santa Photos and Santa Visits
Vaughan Mills Santa Pictures
Dates: Nov 17 – Dec 24th
The beloved tradition Santa’s Tiny Big Town returns to Vaughan Mills November 17 through to December 24!
Santa and his elves at Vaughan Mills are excited to share this one-of-a-kind magical & immersive experience, Santa’s Tiny Big Town. Guests will have their very own one on one time to meet with Santa himself. The holiday magic doesn’t stop there, in fact it’s just beginning. Santa’s Elves will gift each family with a magical key, inside a gift box that explains why we believe, how to use the magical key and why this has become a tradition at Vaughan Mills for families within our community. Santa offers photo packages that can be booked online and 100% of the proceeds are donated to support SickKids Foundation. Vaughan Mills is a member of SickKids Luminaries, meaning we have donated over $1 million and to date we have donated $1,047,500 to SickKids Foundation.
Please Note if you are purchasing a photo package, only Option 1 and Option 2 includes 1 pose per photo package. Option 3 allows for 2 poses. Photo package pricing includes applicable taxes.
Santa’s Tiny Big Town is located at Entrance 4A in the Event Court.
Pet Days: Vaughan Mills and Santa love your furry friends just as much as you do! Bring you dog on Sunday November 24, December 1, December 8, December 15 or December 22 to take photos with Santa. You will receive a complimentary doggie treat bag from our friends at Global Pet Foods Vaughan to take home. All proceeds from the booking are donated back to SickKids.
Bass Pro Shops Photos with Santa
Dates: Nov 13 – Dec 24th
Enjoy the magic of Christmas at Santa’s Wonderland inside every Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s Canada store from mid-November until Christmas Day 2024. Take a photo with Santa in the iconic Bass Pro Shops Santa’s Wonderland and receive a free 4×6 photo and shareable video.
They have a process to keep the Free pictures with Santa organized, and also have free activities and crafts for kids.
Where do you go for your Photos with Santa?
You may also be interested in The Best Christmas Displays in Brampton, Mississauga and Georgetown or Christmas Parades in the GTA! Also checkout Holiday Traditions around the world!
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Well this certainly will be helpful for folks in the area,some nice photos choices!
For us it’s between Erin Mills and Shoppers World…can’t decide!!