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Get your traditional holiday photo with the top places for pictures with Santa in Boston . Photo by Charlotte for Mommy Poppins.
Get your traditional holiday photo with the top places for pictures with Santa in Boston . Photo by Charlotte for Mommy Poppins.
11/26/23 - By Caitlin Dowling

It's the time of year for pictures with Santa in Boston. Kids can find Santa ho-ho-ho-ing it up at lots of holiday events around the city. We've rounded up some of our favorite places where kids can see Santa in Boston and snap a Santa picture for the perfect Christmas card. Some events offer traditional shopping mall Santa pictures. Other spots let kids take pictures with Santa at Christmas tree farms, brunches, and on trains. The holiday season marks the return of local traditions, like the Enchanted Village and Zoo Lights. So explore our list and find your perfect spot for pictures with Santa in Boston in 2022.

Check out our Top Holiday Activities and Christmas Events for Boston Kids for fun ways to get out and enjoy Boston this holiday season. And see our Holiday and Christmas Activities Guide for Boston Kids for family fun and holiday festivities all season long.

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Join Santa Claus for holiday fun and a heartwarming photo or two! Photo courtesy of Gore Place
Join Santa Claus for holiday fun and a heartwarming photo or two! Photo courtesy of Gore Place

Pictures with Santa near Boston

Brunch with Santa

Hamilton - Saturday, December 9, 2023
The Community House is pleased to host Santa Claus once again this year as part of its longstanding tradition with friends from the North Pole. In honor of Santa’s visit, the unique and historic structure, built in 1921, will be decorated in traditional holiday style. Portraits will be taken by Santa’s helpers. Enjoy breakfast or brunch at the event. READ MORE

Santa's Wonderland

Foxborough - Daily through Sunday, December 24, 2023
Free
Enjoy a free photo with Santa at Santa’s Wonderland in Foxborough.  READ MORE

Polar Express Lunch with Santa

Amherst, New Hampshire - Sunday, December 17, 2023
Enjoy a magical family lunch complete with a visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus. Upon arrival, you'll receive your official Polar Express ticket. Enjoy a festive lunch accompanied by the "The Polar Express" film on a large projector screen. Children can get picutres with Santa. READ MORE

The Enchanted Village

Avon - Daily through Monday, Jan. 1, 2024 (Closed Christmas)
The old-fashioned village with 59 mechanical figures and 18 vignettes is at Jordan’s Furniture, where you can also take pictures with Santa, skate on synthetic ice, and see a light show. READ MORE

Santa’s Workshop & Hot Cocoa with Mrs. Claus at Smolak Farms

North Andover - Saturdays & Sundays through December 17, 2023
On weekends in December through December 18, the barn plays host to Santa and some of his helpers where guests can take pictures with Santa Claus. READ MORE

16th Annual Festival of Trees at Elm Bank

Wellesley - Friday, November 25 - Saturday, December 29, 2023
Families are invited to the Garden at Elm Bank this holiday season to experience a festive wonderland! The illuminated walking path leads through lighted gardens, a captivating train display, and enchanting historic trees. READ MORE

Sea Festival of Trees

Salisbury - Weekends through December 3, 2023
Take a holiday sea stroll, New England’s largest gingerbread house, take part in the Festival’s Tree Scavenger Hunt and spend a fun family afternoon finding hidden items on each tree, go indoor skating on the faux ice rink, and top your day off with a visit with Santa for a jolly holiday photo. READ MORE

Southwick Zoo Winter Wonderland

Mendon - Wednesday - Sunday through December 31, 2023
This year’s Winter Wonderland guests will enjoy two events in one. Winter Wonderland and the Festival of Illumination will feature a ride through an enchanted forest on Santa's train. READ MORE

It's Santa Photo Time at the Burlington Mall

Burlington - Daily through Saturday, December 24, 2023
Children and their families can experience the joy and magic of the holiday season with a visit to the Santa Photo Experience, and have their picture taken with Santa. There are special dates for Caring Santa and Santa Pet photo opportunities READ MORE

Polar Express Train Ride on Cape Cod Central Railroad

Hyannis - Select dates through Friday, December 23, 2023
Adventure comes to life when the train departs for a round-trip journey to the North Pole led by a merry-making cast. Set to the sounds of the motion picture soundtrack, passengers will relive the magic of the classic story as they are whisked away on the Polar Express for a trip to meet Santa. READ MORE

Santa Pictures at the Northshore Mall

Peabody - Daily through Sunday, December 24, 2023
Children and their families can experience the joy and magic of the holiday season with a visit to Santa's Winter Wonder Lights, and have their picture taken with Santa. Special Caring Santa mornings provide children with all spectrums of special needs and their families with the opportunity to visit with Santa in a sensory-friendly environment. READ MORE

Santa Pictures at South Shore Plaza

Braintree - Daily through Sunday, Dec. 24, 2023
Children and their families can experience the joy and magic of the holiday season with a visit to the Santa Photo Experience and have pictures taken with Santa. READ MORE

The Polar Express Train Ride - Blackstone Valley

Woonsocket, RI - Select dates through Monday, December 18, 2023
The Magic Returns this holiday season for a three-hour experience at the Blackstone Valley Polar Express. Hop on a 90-minute train ride to view the North Pole that’s filled with singing, games, a reading of the classic children’s story “The Polar Express”, and a visit from Santa.  READ MORE

Holiday Wagon Rides - SOLD OUT

Waltham - Saturday, December 16, 2023
Enjoy a winter wagon ride to visit Santa! Santa will lead songs and tell a story. Then, each group will have a photo taken by a professional photographer. Back at the Coach House, guests can make a holiday craft and enjoy hot cocoa and apple crisp. READ MORE

ZooLights at Stone Zoo

Stoneham - Various dates through Sunday, January 7, 2024
Enter a winter wonderland of tree-lined paths lit by thousands of twinkling lights. Enjoy a one-way stroll through festively decorated Yukon Creek, home to black bears, bald eagle, Canada lynx, reindeer, and arctic foxes. This year, several illuminated large-scale lantern displays will light up your winter's night. READ MORE
Santa is ready for his close-up! Photo courtesy The Prudential Center
Santa is ready for his close-up! Photo courtesy The Prudential Center

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Santa Photo Experience

Chestnut Hill - Select dates through December 24, 2023
Santa is at The Shops at Chestnut Hill! All reservations come with a free phone call from Santa, powered by Portable North Pole! READ MORE

Prudential Center Santa in the City

Boston - Select dates through Sunday, December 24, 2023
Santa is back in town every weekend starting Black Friday through Christmas Eve at the Prudential Center. Little ones can share their wishlist and leave with a picture to cherish forever. READ MORE

Prudential Center Pet-Friendly Santa in the City

Boston - Sunday, December 17, 2023
Santa is back in town to greet young believers and furry friends. Little ones can share their wishlist, furry friends can get a quick snuggle and everyone will leave with a picture to cherish forever. READ MORE

Meet Santa Claus!

East Boston - December 9, 2023
Free
First Priority Credit Union will have Santa Claus to meet all who come!.Each child will receive a wrapped present from Santa. There will also be professional photos taken by Tayla Jane, Marketing Co. These photos will be given to each person digitally as well for free. READ MORE

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