Pictures with Santa in New Jersey

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Step into Santa's Wonderland at Bass Pro Shops in Atlantic City for Christmas pictures. Photo courtesy of the venue

There's no shortage of opportunities for your little elves to pose for pictures with Santa in New Jersey when the big guy comes to town this Christmas. We've rounded up our favorites, and there are events all over the state listed below for you to snag that photo op. 

For even more seasonal activities, check out our Holiday and Christmas Activities Guide for NJ Kids, where we highlight our favorite places to have breakfast with Santa and plenty more holiday must-do's for New Jersey kids.

Pictures with Santa Claus in NYC in 2024

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At the Apollo's Winter Wonderland, guests can take pictures with Santa and enjoy live performances. Photo courtesy of the Apollo

Santa Claus is coming to town and New York City kids have plenty of places to take pictures with Santa this season. From the heartwarming experience at Macy's Santaland to appearances at area malls—Santa is popping up and posing all over town.

Read on for our favorite spots to take pictures with Santa all across the five boroughs, including our very own Mommy Poppins Santa Studio at City Point that's completely FREE.

Our rundown of Christmas tree lightings in NYC offers more opportunities to see jolly old St. Nick, plus you can snap pictures with Santa these brunches, teas, and cruises. Our Guide to Christmas and the Holidays in NYC offers even more holiday fun.

Hop Aboard the Polar Express in Port Jefferson this Holiday Season

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Your kids will use golden tickets to board the Polar Express Experience in Port Jefferson.

The Polar Express Experience in Port Jefferson Station on Long Island is an interactive holiday treat kids will love. The classic Christmas movie is brought to life for little ones on a charming, stationary antique train car. My kids have never been on a Polar Express movie adventure and enjoyed every merry moment of this one. 

This movie screening filled our family with the Christmas spirit, from golden tickets to hot chocolate to a surprise visit from Santa Claus himself. Read ahead for all the details to plan your Polar Express viewing experience.

For more seasonal festivities, check out our Long Island Guide to Holiday Fun, including our list of 25 Must-Do Christmas Events and Holiday Activities on Long Island.

38 Free Holiday and Christmas Events in Atlanta for Kids

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Sandy Springs City Springs puts on a free parade and beautiful display of lit, miniature homes on December 8. Photo courtesy City of Sandy Springs

We've gathered the best free Christmas events and holiday activities in Atlanta happening! Let's face it —the holiday season in Atlanta is magical but creating family memories isn't always cheap (like holiday shows, photo keepsakes with Santa, and more). Mommy Poppins to the rescue! There are lots of great FREE holiday events in Atlanta. Our list has lightings (both menorahs and Christmas trees), festivals, Christmas parades, and holiday markets. We even found free places to pose with Santa and drive-thru light shows!

For more seasonal highlights, be sure to check out our Christmas Activities and Holiday Guide for Atlanta Kids, and of course, our always-up-to-date Family Activity Calendar.

70 Free Holiday and Christmas Events in Orlando for Kids

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The holidays have arrived at Disney Springs! Stroll through the Tree Trail and enjoy nightly snow flurries...all for free! Photo courtesy of Disney

Take a break from holiday spending with FREE Christmas events in Orlando! The holidays in Orlando are absolutely magical, with nice weather and festive decor all over town, and sometimes no money is needed. From tree lightings and holiday parades to Christmas movies and holiday festivals, get in the spirit with these free Orlando events suitable for all ages. Read on for all the details about these awesome free holiday and Christmas events in Orlando!

For more seasonal activities, visit our Orlando Christmas Activities and Holiday Guide for countless ideas to spend quality time with your family this holiday season. We've got everything from Holiday Lights Drive-Thrus and Christmas Light Shows and Breakfast with Santa in Orlando to The Nutcracker and Holiday Performances!

45 Free Holiday and Christmas Events in Los Angeles for Kids

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DTLA sparkles each night during the holiday season. Photo courtesy of The Bloc

Merrily, there are loads of free holiday and Christmas events in Los Angeles for when you've blown your budget on Barbie's Little Dream House and a home Skee-Ball game but still need fun, festive things to do with the family. 

Christmas in Los Angeles is dazzling, magical, and frankly a little overwhelming. There are more light displays, Christmas parades, tree lightings, immersive experiences, holiday walk-throughs, and Santas to visit than any reasonable family can handle. Don't get your tinsel in a tangle, though. Before you tap your Apple Pay for every Christmas experience in the county, check out our list of totally free holiday and Christmas events. You'll be shouting "joy to the world" for these free parades on land and water, tree lightings, Santa Claus visits, and that's before we even start with the menorahs and gelt drops for Hanukkah celebrations. 

Save your cash for the stocking stuffers for kids by filling your festive days and evenings with these fun, free holiday and Christmas events, and visit these free neighborhood light displays in LA. If you need even more ideas for holiday events, check out our Guide to Holiday and Christmas Activities for Los Angeles Families. 

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