Santa’s coming! I KNOW HIM! I KNOW HIM! If visiting Santa is part of your Christmas traditions, you’ll want to check this list to find out all the best spots to get a glimpse of the Big Guy and get pics with your little ones.
NOTE: I will continue to update this post, but I know some people start planning Santa pics early, especially if you like to use them for Christmas cards. If you know of any events that I missed, feel free to leave a comment or send me a message on Facebook or Instagram!
Photo Spots
These are the places/events that are mainly just for photo opportunities. You can either take your own pics or purchase a package, maybe do a little shopping depending on what else is going on. (Details under each spot.)
Fairless Hills Garden Center
When: Select days and times, November 13 – December 24. Click HERE for details.
Where: 620 Lincoln Highway, Fairless Hills
Santa Scott might just be the most famous Santa in Bucks County. The tattooed Santa is at Fairless Hills Garden Center this year, showing off his “Naughty” and “Nice” forearms upon request. (You can also get more traditional photos without the tattoos!) Fairless Hills Garden Center also offers Special Needs Hours and pet photos. (In fact, pets are welcome the last two hours of every day!) Packages start at $29.99 for one 5 x 7, one 3 x 5, and two wallet-size photos. We’ve been going here since 2020 when we needed to find a new Santa tradition since Feeney’s stopped offering Santa photos. NOTE: While I’ve been hearing that many locations no longer print your photos. Fairless Hills Garden Center prints your photos right there within minutes. There is also the option to add on a digital copy.
Gasper Home & Garden
When: Select dates starting November 5
Where: 316 Tanyard Road, Richboro
Santa will be at the Holiday Open House on November 5 from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. and November 6 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.
After that, photos with Santa begin November 12. Unfortunately, all of the times slots are already full! BUT, you can try for a walk-in. Bring your own camera.
Feeney’s
When: Starting December 5, Mondays – Fridays from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. (sounds like other dates will be added)
Where: 1134 Bustleton Pike,
Taking pictures with Santa at Feeney’s is a Christmas tradition in my family going back to my own childhood. The store is full with beautiful decorations, making it an experience that’s sure to get you into the holiday spirit. And there are so many great photo spots that pics I take here often make our Christmas cards. While the schedule hasn’t been posted yet, I was thrilled to get a response from Feeney’s on Facebook that Santa will be back this year after missing 2020 and 2021. Feeney’s is also a great spot to pick out a Christmas tree!
The Mercantile at Doylestown
When: November 26, December 3, December 10 and December 17 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and December 18 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: 444 N. Main Street, Doylestown
Meet and greet with Santa and The Grinch! Tickets are $35 and include a 10-minute time slot where your child can meet with Santa and/or the Grinch and take your own photos, a goody bag filled with themed crafts and toys, and a Christmas-themed book that Santa and the Grinch will sign! Purchase timed tickets HERE.
Shady Brook Farm
When: November 25-December 23; Monday-Friday from 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.; Saturdays from 2 p.m. to 10 p.m.; Sundays from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. with extended hours from 1:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. on December 22 and December 23
Where: 931 Stony Hill Road, Yardley
Breakfast with Santa at Shady Brook sells out so quickly every year. But if you don’t get (or want) the dining experience, you can still visit Santa for walk-up photos in “Santa’s Village,” complete with campfires, shopping, food and drink. Plus, don’t forget the lights!
It’s free to walk through the Candy Cane Lane light display and visit with Santa. If you want pictures with Santa, you’ll need to buy a photo package. Pet Days are Nov. 26-27 and Dec. 3-4 from 1:30-3:30.
Styers Market
When: Select days through December 18, check Facebook
Where: 1121 Woodbourne Road, Langhorne
Take your own pics with Santa and shop at Styers. They’ve been posting dates/times on Facebook. Sunday, December 28 from 3 pm to 6 pm is your last chance. Looks like Mrs Claus is often there with him!
Neshaminy Mall
When: November 18 through December 24, Mon. – Sat. from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., Sun. from noon to 6 p.m.
Where: 707 Neshaminy Mall, Bensalem
Neshaminy Mall offers both the traditional Santa photos and pet photo nights. Plus, December 4 from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. is their Santa Cares event for children that prefer a sensory-friendly environment. They’re encouraging all guests to make a reservation via the website. Packages start at $39.99.
Oxford Valley Mall
When: November 17 through December 24, Mon. – Sat. from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., Sun. from noon to 6 p.m.
Where: 2300 Lincoln Highway, Langhorne, entrance next to Macy’s
Oxford Valley Mall offers the traditional Santa experience, plus a few special events including Pet Nights on and “Caring Santa” for children with special needs. Simplify your visit by making a reservation.
Blue Moon Equestrian – 2021 EVENT (I haven’t seen 2022 details!)
When: Every Sunday Starting November 28
Where: 5701 Limeport Pike, Coopersburg
Come and take your own photos with Santa, the elf, and a donkey! Send a message or call 267-424-3141 to reserve a time slot. Cost is $10.
Christmas Experiences
These are events that have Santa there, you can either take your own pictures or get pro pics, but you’re probably visiting for a whole holiday experience.
Christmas Excursions on the New Hope Railroad
When: November 12 through December 30
Where: 32 W. Bridge Street, New Hope
New this year, the New Hope Railroad is offering THREE Christmas-themed train rides. The main differences between the rides are the type of engine pulling the train (steam or diesel) and that the deluxe Santa train rides offer newer and upgraded cars. All three train rides are a 1-hour roundtrip from New Hope to Lahaska. Santa and Mrs. Claus walk around interacting with families and posing for photos. Kids receive a small gift, and carolers and musicians lead riders in festive song while you sip cocoa and enjoy a cookie. There are too many ticket options to list here, so check the website for all the details.
NOTE: We loved this event in December 2019 but have not been back since Covid.
Santa at Peddler’s Village
When: Select days/events starting November 11
Where: Peddler’s Village, Route 263, Lahaska
You can see Mrs. Claus at the Kickoff to the Holidays event at Giggleberry Fair on November 11.
Santa will be leading group sing-alongs during the Grand Illumination Celebration on November 18 and in Santa Parades through the Village at 1:30 p.m. during Holly Jolly Weekend December 3 and December 4.
Peddler’s Village also typically offers breakfast with Santa at the Cock ‘n Bull, but I haven’t seen details posted yet.
Sesame Place’s A Very Furry Christmas
When: November 19 through Christmas Eve
Where: 100 Sesame Road, Langhorne
Guests can visit Santa in Santa’s Furry Workshop during A Very Furry Christmas Celebration again this year! While you need tickets to the park, this is a really cute Santa experience. Santa’s elves take each family into a little waiting room where you talk a bit about Santa while waiting, then you’re lead through a hallway to a room with Santa that’s decorated with a tree, bookshelf with books and toys, etc. Each family gets its own time with Santa, so it feels like a much more personalized visit than most others. Take your own photos or purchase the professional ones taken during your visit.
Elmwood Park Zoo
When: November 18 – December 30
Where: 1661 Harding Boulevard, Norristown
At Elwood Park Zoo, you have two options where you can see Santa. Visit on select nights for their Wild Lights event with tons of lights, entertainment, holiday music, and a chance to see Santa. Tickets are $14.95 for anyone 3 and up. Or, enjoy Brunch with Santa on select dates. Details below for that option. Brunch with Santa on Saturday or Sunday, December 3-4, 10-11, or 17-18. There are 3 brunch seatings. Pricing is based on table size and includes admission to the zoo.
Christmas Underwater with Scuba Santa
When: November 25 – December 24
Where: Adventure Aquarium, 1 Riverside Drive, Camden
Not your typical Santa experience, but you can see Scuba Santa at Adventure Aquarium! The kids and I visited the aquarium at Christmas last year, and we were really surprised by all the ways it was decorated for seasonal fun. Reminder: If you got your kids FREE pre-K passes, you can use them to check this out!
Christmas at Colonial Gardens: Nights of Winter Lights
When: November 26 – December 23, select dates (11/26, 11/27, 12/2, 12/4, 12/9 – 12/11, 12/17 – 12/23) from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Where: 745 Schuylkill Road, Phoenixville
Visit Colonial Gardens for a dazzling walk-through light show! This is a self-guided, stroll through almost a million lights with Christmas music. Dress warmly because the experience is outdoors except for visiting with Santa. Tickets are $13 for 12 and up, $11 for ages 3-11, and children 2 and under are free. Your ticket includes a cup of hot chocolate. You can also shop for Christmas trees and gifts while you’re there! Find more information and purchase tickets HERE.
Santa at Charlann Farms
When: Select dates starting Saturday, November 26
Where: 586 Stonyhill Road, Yardley
Santa will arrive at the farm riding a John Deere tractor on December 3 and 4 at noon! Take your own photos between noon and 3 p.m. those days.
Otherwise, you can get photos taken on November 26 and 27 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; December 3 and 4 from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.; December 10, 11, 17 and 18 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Photo packages are available on those days.
1 or 2 Day Events:
Mark your calendar! If you miss these events, you won’t get another chance until next year!
Newtown Annual Holiday Food & Toy Drive
When: Saturday, November 12 from noon to 4 p.m.
Where: 210 Penns Trl, Newtown
Bring your own camera for Photos with Santa as part of Paul Rosso and Council Rock Living’s 3rd Annual Holiday Food and Toy Drive. Santa will be visiting between Noon and 4 PM. Enjoy a Cruise In Car Show, Food Trucks, Irish Dancers, DJ music, and more! They will be collecting non-perishable food or toiletries and new, unwrapped toys for local charities.
Annual Tree Lighting and Santa Photos at The Shops at Valley Square
When: Saturday, November 12 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Where: Route 611 and Street Road, Warrington
Tree lighting, fun family activities, food, hot cocoa and music. Take your own pictures with Santa and his elves.
Bristol Borough Tree Lighting and Live Music
When: Friday, November 25 at 6 p.m.
Where: Mill Street, Bristol
There will be some local food options, local Christmas vendors, A live nativity scene presented by the Second Baptist Church Bristol, Santa, and more. Live music from Bristol’s own Don McCloskey with special guest Ginger Coyle.
Langhorne Borough Dickens Night
When: Friday, December 2 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Where: 102 W. Maple Avenue, Langhorne
There will be music, food, and shopping during this annual event. Santa lights the tree at 7:30 p.m. and will stay to visit with the children.
Christmas on the Farm at Howell Living History Farm
When: Saturday, December 3 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: 70 Woodens Lane, Lambertville
Holiday cheer at a beautiful old fashioned farm! Santa will arrive via a steam engine for visits, steam tractor hayrides around the farm, Christmas crafts, farm animal visits, and more. This is a free event!
(We went to the Halloween storytime at Howell Farm this year and we loved it! It was our first visit, and I definitely want to go to more events here.)
Warwick Township HOHOHO Holiday Party – cancelled because of rain
When: Saturday, December 3 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: Warwick Community Park, 1733 Township Green, Jamison
Horse drawn wagon rides, live performances, kid crafts, and a visit with Santa! Take pictures with Santa in the new Santa House.
Santa at the Doylestown Airport
When: Sunday, December 4 at 11 a.m. (NOTE: THIS EVENT WAS MOVED FROM SATURDAY TO SUNDAY DUE TO RAIN.)
Where: 3879 Old Easton Road, Doylestown
Come see Santa arrive by helicopter! If you’d like your child to receive a gift, you will need to drop off a small, wrapped gift with the child’s first and last name and phone number between Monday, November 28 and Thursday, December 1 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Gifts must be smaller than 12″ x 12″ x 12″ and weigh 5 pounds or less. Sibling packages may be bundled together. Call 215-340-0707 for more info.
Grinchmas Food Truck Fest & Holiday House at Bolton Mansion
When: Sunday, December 4 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. (NOTE: SATURDAY WAS CANCELLED BECAUSE OF RAIN!)
Where: 85 Holly Drive, Levittown
Take photos with Santa and The Grinch (FREE!), shop vendors, grab food from the food trucks, and enjoy children’s activities. Santa will arrive via fire truck at the beginning of the event.
Falls Township Christmas Tree Lighting
When: Saturday, December 3 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Where: Falls Township Senior Center, 282 Trenton Road, Fairless Hills
Falls Township Parks and Recreation and the Falls Township Senior Center welcomes everyone to attend the annual Christmas Tree Lighting Event.
Selfie Smiles Photo Booth will be there doing photos with the offering of awesome props and backdrops, Myers Designs LLC will be there twisting balloons for the kids, Men of Harmony will be performing your favorite holiday songs, there will be a holiday craft for the kids, and light refreshments will also be provided as well.
Santa will be there to greet everyone at approximately 5:45 pm and the tree will be lit at 6:00 pm. This is a FREE family friendly event.
Bristol Township Holiday Tree Lighting
When: Saturday, December 3 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Where: Bristol Township Municipal Park Ampitheater, 2501 Bath Road, Bristol
Usher in the holiday season with a visit from Santa, tree lighting ceremony, family-friendly activities, photo ops and more.
Bensalem Township Santa Drive-Through Visit
When: Saturday, December 10 beginning at 5 p.m.
Where: Bensalem Township Municipal Complex, 2400 Byberry Road, Bensalem
Instead of a traditional tree lighting, Bensalem is doing a Santa drive-through event. You can drive by and wave to Santa and drop off a canned good donation.
Playpad Bucks Open Play with Santa Visit
When: Sunday, December 18 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Where: 860 Town Center Drive, Langhorne
Come for a very special Open Play at Playpad Bucks! Enjoy the usual Playpad fun, plus there will be a craft, milk and cookies (all included), and a visit from Santa! Santa will be available for pictures (take your own as far as I can tell), listening to wish lists and storytime. You must make a reservation in advance. Call 267-568-2348. Cost is $35 per child, $30 per sibling.
Jump with Santa at Altitude
When: Saturday, December 24 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: 1045 Bustleton Pike, Feasterville
Santa will be at Altitude! Make your reservation on the website.
Dining with Santa
Enjoy food AND get to see Santa at these holiday dining events.
Breakfast with Santa at Shady Brook Farm
When: Sunday, November 27, Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 3-4, 10-11, and Saturday, December 17 with seating at 9 a.m. and 11 a.m.
Where: 931 Stony Hill Road, Yardley
Visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus! This popular event includes breakfast buffet, hot chocolate bar, one 5 x 7 photo with Santa (per child) and one souvenir cup per child. Cash Bloody Mary bar and mimosas for adults. This event sells out quickly so get tickets not. Tickets are sold by the table starting at $120 for a table of 4.
Elmwood Park Zoo Brunch with Santa
When: Saturday and Sunday, December 3-4, 10-11 and 17-18 with seating at 10 a.m., 11:15 a.m. and 12:30 p.m.
Where: 1661 Harding Boulevard, Norriston
Enjoy a brunch buffet, meet one of the education animals, and take your own photo with Santa. Afterwards, you can visit the zoo as your ticket includes zoo admission. Pricing is based on the table size you will need. More details and reservations HERE.
Breakfast with Santa at Bensalem High School
When: Sunday, December 4 from 8 a.m. to noon
Where: 4319 Hulmeville Road, Bensalem
Tickets are $5 for everyone 3 and over. Children 10 and under will receive a gift. Purchase tickets at the Bensalem Township Central Park Plaza Ticket booth on Mondays, November 14, 21, 28 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and Saturdays, November 12, 19 and 26 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Breakfast with Santa at Radisson Hotel
When: Saturday, December 3 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Where: 2400 Old Lincoln Highway, Feasterville-Trevose
Bring the family out for breakfast with Santa! There will be storytime, crafts and more. BYO camera. Tickets are $25. Get more info HERE.
Truman Marching Band Breakfast with Santa and Holiday Bazaar
When: Saturday, December 10 from 8 a.m. to noon (Holiday Bazaar goes until 2 p.m.)
Where: Harry S. Truman High School, 3001 Green Lane, Levittown
There will be crafts, pictures with Santa, musical performances and more. Breakfast costs $8 for adults and $5 for children.
Breakfast with Santa at the Langhorne American Legion– Info is from 2021. Waiting for 2022 info.
When: Sunday, December 5 from 9 a.m. to noon
Where: 115 West Richardson Avenue, Langhorne
Enjoy breakfast and a visit with Santa. (Take your own pictures!) Breakfast will include eggs, pancakes, sausage, bacon, coffee, tea and juice. Cost is $8 for adults, $4 for children. Children 4 and under and free.
Breakfast with Santa at Morrisville Middle/Senior High School – Info is from 2021. Waiting for 2022 info.
When: Sunday, December 8 from 8 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Where: 550 W. Palmer Street, Morrisville
Feast on all-you-can-eat eggs, pancakes, sausage, hash browns, muffins, juice, coffee and tea. This event is $7 for adults and $3 for children 10 and under. All proceeds benefit Good Friends, Inc. Digital photos with Santa are $5. Tickets will be available at the door.
Breakfast with Santa at Parkland Fire Company – Info is from 2021. Waiting for 2022 info.
When: Sunday, December 5 from 7 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Where: 831 Avenue D, Parkland
Parkland Fire Company is having a fundraiser to help pay for their 100th birthday party in May. There will be pancakes, bacon and sausage. Tickets are $10 for adults, $5 for kids. Get $1 off if you bring a non-perishable food item.
Breakfast with Santa at The Croydon Fire Co. – Info is from 2021. Waiting for 2022 info.
When: Sunday, December 12 from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Where: 911 State Road, Croydon
Tickets are $8 for adults, $5 for children ages 3-10, under 3 is free. Ticket prices includes visit with Santa and breakfast buffet with eggs, sausage, pork roll, pancakes, French toast, coffee and other beverages.
Breakfast with Santa at Gypsy Blu – Info is from 2021. Waiting for 2022 info.
When: Saturday and Sunday, December 18 and 19 at 9:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m.
Where: 34 E. Butler Avenue, Ambler
Children cost $10. Adults are $15. Cash bar. Call 215-283-6080 for reservations and more info.
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