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All we want for Christmas are pictures with Santa and more holiday fun in Boston!
All we want for Christmas are pictures with Santa and more holiday fun in Boston!
11/15/24 - 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. The Prudential Center Santa in the City offers a traditional mall Santa experience, along with other local malls. Want to save your money for presents? Santa's Wonderland at Bass Pro offers a free photo experience. Plus, this holiday season marks the return of local traditions, like The Enchanted Village and ZooLights. 

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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Better watch out: pictures with Santa are coming to Boston! Photos with Santa – Faneuil Hall. Photo by Maura Healey & Joshua Qualls for the City of Boston
Better watch out: pictures with Santa are coming to Boston! Photos with Santa – Faneuil Hall. Photo by Maura Healey & Joshua Qualls for the City of Boston

Pictures with Santa in Boston

Santa Photo Experience

Chestnut Hill
Daily through December 24, 2024
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

Photos with Santa – Faneuil Hall

Boston
Wednesday, November 27 - December 24, 2024
The 2024 holidays are in full swing, and there’s no better place to celebrate than at Faneuil Hall Marketplace. READ MORE

Prudential Center Santa in the City

Boston
Friday, December 6 - December 22, 2024
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
There are pictures with Santa happening all around Boston this Christmas! Santa's Wonderland at the Bass Pro Shops in Foxborough Mall. Photo courtesy of the event.
There are pictures with Santa happening all around Boston this Christmas! Santa's Wonderland at the Bass Pro Shops in Foxborough Mall. Photo courtesy of the event.

Pictures with Santa near Boston

Santa's Wonderland

Foxborough – FREE
Daily through Sunday, December 24, 2024
Enjoy a free photo with Santa at Santa’s Wonderland in Foxborough.  READ MORE

Santa Pictures at South Shore Plaza

Braintree
Daily through Sunday, Dec. 24, 2024
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

Santa Photo Experience at the Burlington Mall

Burlington
Daily through Saturday, December 24, 2024
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

Santa Photo Experience at the Northshore Mall

Peabody
Daily through Sunday, December 24, 2024
Children and their families can experience the joy and magic of the holiday season and have their picture taken with Santa. There are special dates for Caring Santa and Santa Pet photo opportunities.  READ MORE

ZooLights at Stone Zoo

Stoneham
Daily through Sunday, January 5, 2025
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.  READ MORE

Southwick Zoo Winter Wonderland

Mendon
Saturday, November 21 - December 29, 2024
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

The Enchanted Village

Avon
Daily, Friday, November 22 - Wednesday, January 1, 2025
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

Polar Express Train Ride on Cape Cod Central Railroad

Hyannis
November 22 - December 22, 2024
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

17th Annual Festival of Trees at Elm Bank

Wellesley
Friday, November 29 - Saturday, December 29, 2024
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

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

North Andover
Saturdays & Sundays December 1 - 22, 2024
Celebrate the holiday season at Smolak Farms with festive activities for all ages! The barn will be brimming with holiday cheer, featuring both creative and heartwarming experiences: Upstairs: Hot Cocoa and Story Time with Mrs. Claus Time: Story readings at 11 AM, 12 PM, and 1 PM Cost: $12 per person Decorate a personal mug and savor a warm cup of cocoa as Mrs. Claus shares enchanting holiday tales. Downstairs Barn Activities Ornament Making with the... READ MORE

Holiday Wagon Rides

Waltham
Saturday, December 14, 2024
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

Brunch with Santa

Hamilton
Saturday, December 14, 2024
Enjoy a continental-style breakfast and capture a festive moment with Santa! The event will also feature a letter-writing station and live music entertainment. READ MORE

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