If you’re looking to update your annual family photo with Santa, or capture a special moment with your kids, bookings for 2025 Santa photos across Melbourne are now open. I’ve compiled the best locations so you can easily find a Santa photo spot near you.
Many of these places also offer extra options, including Christmas pet photography, ‘Baby’s First Christmas’ sessions, Auslan interpreted and ‘Sensitive Santa’ sessions. The ‘Sensitive Santa’ experiences are designed for a relaxed, sensory-friendly environment, scheduled before stores open to keep things calm. Keep an eye on this list as I’ll update it with new sessions and details as they’re released.
Santa Photography Melbourne CBD
1. David Jones Melbourne
Be transported to A World of Wonder and take a seat beside Santa, as you take a photo together to remember the 2024 Christmas season!
For this year’s Christmas photos at David Jones, each guest will receive their photos in a beautiful package plus a custom David Jones 2024 Christmas bauble!
Note that pre-paid bookings are essential so make sure to book ahead to avoid missing out.
David Jones, Bourke Street Mall, Melbourne, 13 33 57
Saturday 16 November and Tuesday 24 December
2. Myer Melbourne
A trip to the Myer Christmas windows and then a photo at Myer Santaland is a favourite annual ritual for many Melbourne families.
Bookings for Santaland Myer Melbourne are always essential and each ten minute Santaland Melbourne booking includes a personal one on one experience for you and your family. Meet Santa and his Elves and get your Myer Santa photos taken.
You can even take a trip on the Santaland Express train on your visit to Santa Myer Melbourne – it’s included with each booking!.
Myer Melbourne, Bourke St Mall, Melbourne
3. Christmas in the Atrium, Crown Melbourne
Full details for the 2024 festive period are still to be confirmed.
Santa is undoubtedly the most anticipated attraction at Crown over the festive period, and will be on his throne for FREE Santa photos at the Atrium.
Christmas in the Atrium, Crown Melbourne, 8 Whiteman Street, Southbank, 03 9292 6222
Santa Photos Melbourne – North
4. Greensborough Plaza
Experience the magic of the holidays at Santa’s brand-new Christmas Village on Level 1 of Greensborough Plaza.
Inspired by traditional colours red, green & gold, you’ll be wowed by dazzling Christmas trees, baubles and twinkling lights.
Snap a special moment with Santa and book a Santa Photo session, Sensitive Santa session or Pet Photography.
While you’re there, why not stop take a moment to join in all the fun Christmas activities or the free Christmas events happening at Greensborough Plaza.
Greensbourough Plaza, 25 Main St, Greensborough, +61 3 9435 4000
Saturday 16 November – Tuesday 24 December 2024
5. Westfield Plenty Valley, Mill Park
Santa Claus is coming to town and he’s landing his sleigh at Westfield Plenty Valley to take photos with families on his red throne at Westfield Plenty Valley.
This year, Westfield Plenty Valley have a range of photography sessions to suit everyone, with your choice of Family and Friends photography, Sensitive Santa photography, and Pet photography.
All children who visit Santa will also receive a gift to take home. All Santa photo sessions require an online booking.
Book your Santa photo session today.
Santa Photos at Westfield Plenty Valley, Centre Court, near Aldi, 415 McDonalds Road, Mill Park, +61 3 9404 4511
Saturday 9 November – Tuesday 24 December 2024
6. Myer Northland
Santa is due to arrive at Myer Northland very soon and it will be the perfect time to have your photo taken with The Jolly Man himself! In 2024 bookings will be as essential as in previous years.
Myer’s Santaland Santa Photos will be available to book between November 23 and Christmas Eve.
Myer Northland, 2-50 Murray Road, Preston, 1300 112 460
Saturday 23 Nov – Tuesday 24 Dec
Santa Photo Melbourne – South
7. Waverley Gardens, Mulgrave
Waverley Gardens has prepared some Santa Snaps, pet pics and has so much more Christmas joy to spread!
During December you’ll be able to have your photo taken with the jolly man himself
This year Waverley Gardens also welcome you to have a family photo with your furry friend or dress up your pet for a photo with Santa with their Pet Photo Packs.
Sensory Photos are also available to children who have physical or behavioural special needs but note that the spots for these are limited so it would be best to book ahead of time.
Bookings for both Santa Photos and Pet Photos are essential so make sure you book your visit to avoid missing out on the Christmas festivities! Bookings open 12 November 2024.
Waverly Gardens, Corner of Police and Jacksons Roads, Mulgrave
Saturday 23 Nov – Tuesday 24 Dec 2024
8. Westfield Southland, Cheltenham
Santa is arriving at Westfield Southland and he can’t wait to take festive photos with you to remember this Christmas.
This year, Westfield Southland have a range of photography sessions to suit everyone, with your choice of Family and friends, Sensitive Santa, Auslan Santa, and Pet photography.
All children who visit Santa will also receive a snowflake crown to take home.
Auslan Santa is a program offering children who use Auslan as their primary form of communication, the chance to share their Christmas wishlist directly with an Auslan-fluent Santa. Developed in collaboration with Deaf Australia, the sessions will be longer and will have helpers and an interpreter on hand to facilitate.
In the Sensitive Santa experience families can have a photo taken in a relaxed environment, tailored to children with sensory challenges. These calm and comfortable photography sessions are run before stores open, when the centre is quieter, to create a relaxed and sensory-friendly Santa experience.
Book your Santa photo session today.
Santa Photos at Westfield Southland, 1239 Nepean Hwy, Cheltenham, +61 3 9582 5600
Saturday 9 Nov – Tuesday 24 Dec 2024
9. Westfield Fountain Gate
Santa is coming to Westfield Fountain Gate to take photos with guests of all ages!
Online bookings are essential for Santa photography sessions. View the variety of photo packages available and book here to secure a time that is convenient for you.
This year, Westfield Fountain Gate have a range of photography sessions to suit everyone, with your choice of Family and friends, Sensitive Santa, Auslan Santa, and Pet photography.
All children who visit Santa will also receive a special gift to take home. All Santa photo sessions require an online booking.
Book your Santa photo session today.
Santa Photos at Westfield Fountain Gate, 25-55 Overland Drive, Fountain Gate, +61 3 9704 6666
Saturday 9 Nov – Tuesday 24 Dec 2024
10. Parkmore Shopping Centre, Keysborough
Parkmore Shopping Centre is a well-loved favourite Santa Photo location for locals in Keysborough in Melbourne’s south-east.
Photos are taken inside the Santa house/set, located next to Best & Less. Online bookings are required so make sure you get in early.
Parkmore Shopping Centre, 317 Cheltenham Road, Keysborough, +61 3 9798 9494
Saturday 16 Nov – Tuesday 24 Dec 2024
11. Chadstone
Capture joyful candid moments with Santa and grab the perfect festive family photo at Chadstone!
Santa Photography is $49.95 (inc. GST) per booking. You must be, or become, a Chadstone First member to book Santa Photography. Chadstone First members receive email updates about the latest offers, event details and news of what is happening in-centre.
Online bookings are essential, no walk ups available. Hurry, they book up fast!
And in keeping up with the tradition, Chadstone will once again pledge a sizable donation to the Starlight Children’s Foundation, the Centre’s Christmas Charity.
Santa Photos at Chadstone Lower Ground Level, outside Target
Chadstone, 1341 Dandenong Road, Chadstone, +61 3 9563 3355
Saturday 2 Nov – Tuesday 24 Dec 2024
12. Julieanne Perara Photography
For $85 you can bring all of your tribe, including pets, for a cosy Christmas photoshoot with Santa.
Within 2 days you will be emailed 3x high-resolution digital files for unlimited prints and sharing.
The Santa Sessions go for 5 minutes. This is for ONE GROUP ONLY. Two or three different combinations will be set up and captured. If you have large groups in attendance, require costume changes or multiple combinations please book multiple sessions.
Julieanne Perara Photography, Level 1, Central Mall near Commonwealth Bank, 175 Maroondah Hwy, Ringwood, +61 3 9870 8377
Thursday 28 November – Thursday 19 December 2024
13. Christmas Celebration Photos, Port Melbourne
This year there is an exciting new option for your 2024 festive Christmas photos – a wonderful sparkly pop-up studio for all your Christmas celebration photo needs! Have your photo taken in front of a fabulous installation of festive joy, with streamers, confetti, balloons and more!
Skip the shopping centres and book in with your friends, family, colleagues & pets!
Located in Port Melbourne and easily accessible by both bus and trams and with loads of parking – visit our professional photographers for super shareable and instantly memorable pics!
30 November – 15 December 2024
Santa Christmas Photography Melbourne – East
14. Eastland, Ringwood
Santa is arriving at Eastland and will be available for photographs between Saturday 4 November and Tuesday 24 December. Eastland Santa Photo bookings are essential.
Every family deserves the opportunity to capture a special Christmas memory with Santa, so Eastland are delighted to bring the Sensitive Santa and Auslan Sante sessions back in 2024.
Santa Photos at Eastland Level 1, Central Mall near Commonwealth Bank, 175 Maroondah Hwy, Ringwood, 03 9870 8377
Thursday 7 November – Tuesday 24 December 2024
15. Westfield Knox, Wantirna South
‘Tis the season to be making merry memories and Santa is arriving at Westfield Knox!
This year, Westfield Knox have a range of photography sessions to suit everyone, with your choice of Family and friends, Sensitive Santa, and Pet photography.
All children who visit Santa will also receive a Christmas headband to take home. All Santa photo sessions require an online booking.
Book your Santa photo session today
Santa Photos at Westfield Knox, 425 Burwood Highway, Wantirna South, 03 9814 5000
Saturday 9 November – Tuesday 24 December 2024
16. Westfield Doncaster, Doncaster
Create a Christmas memory and book your photo with Santa at Westfield Doncaster. There are very limited walk-in slots available, so bookings are strongly recommended.
This year, Westfield Doncaster have a range of photography sessions to suit everyone, with your choice of Family and friends, Sensitive Santa, and Pet photography.
All children who visit Santa will also receive a Christmas headpiece to take home. All Santa photo sessions require an online booking.
Book your Santa photo session today.
Westfield Doncaster, 619 Doncaster Rd, Doncaster, +61 3 9848 1699
Saturday 9 November – Tuesday 24 December 2024
17. Chirnside Park
Santa’s coming to Chirnside Park! But first, he’ll be joining in an exciting welcome parade starting outside Westpac and continuing through the centre.
Bookings are essential to secure your spot for a photo with the jolly man himself, and time slots for Sensitive Santa photos and Pet Photography are available too. A maximum of one family is allowed per booking to ensure adequate space is available.
Chirnside Park, 239-241 Maroondah Highway, Chirnside Park, +61 3 9727 9001
Saturday 9 November – Tuesday 24 December 2024
18. Kew Junction, Kew
Bring the whole family along with any of your pets to get a Photo with Santa at Kew Court House while helping raise money for a wonderful local charity! Held on both Sat 7 and 14 December, 10am – 2pm.
Photos with Santa will cost $25 and include digital files that will be emailed to you a week after the photoshoot. All proceeds from this event will be donated to the Inclusion Foundation that advocates for the inclusion of children and young people with Down Syndrome through two innovative programs.
Bookings are not required but it would be best to arrive early to avoid missing out.
Kew Junction, 186 High Street, Kew
Saturday 7 and Saturday 14 December 2024
19. True Fairies, Fairy house
Experience the magic of Christmas with The Real Santa at True Fairies in Croydon.
Enjoy stress-free photo sessions with customisable options, including group shots, silly poses, and sensitive bookings. Capture the joy of the season with high-resolution photos that families will cherish for years to come!
True Fairies, 13-23 Hull road, Croydon
Thursday 14 November – Tuesday 24 December 2024
Santa Christmas Photography Melbourne – West
20. Pacific Werribee, Werribee
Experience the magic of Christmas at Pacific Werribee! Meet Santa this November and capture joyful moments with family and friends. Plus, enter for a chance to win a $1,000 shopping spree to make your holidays even brighter.
You’ll need to book your slot online, and you can also prepay your preferred package to ensure a seamless session on the day. Sensitive Santa sessions and Pet Fur-Tography are also open for bookings.
Pacific Werribee, Corner Derrimut & Heaths Roads, Werribee, +61 3 9749 5111
Sunday 10 November – Tuesday 24 December 2024
21. Watergardens, Taylors Lakes
Bring your little ones to Watergardens to meet Santa this November for a memorable photo opportunity. Book online to receive a FREE 6×8 photo and a chance to win a $1,000 shopping spree.
Bookings for Baby’s First Christmas, Sensitive Santa and Pet Fur-tography with your furry bestie are also available.
Watergardens, 399 Melton Highway, Taylors Lakes, +61 3 9361 5511
Saturday 9 November – Tuesday 24 December 2024
22. Woodgrove, Melton
Visit Santa at Woodgrove this Christmas, with photo sessions available between 17 October and 24 December!
Is it your baby’s first Christmas? Be sure to snap their pic with Santa during the Baby’s First Christmas Photos at Woodgrove which is crafted to encapsulate the perfect seasonal snap of your little bub. On top of this, parents are given extra time during the ten-minute session so they can prepare your mini-me for the perfect shot.
Though bookings aren’t essential it would still be best to book your slot ahead of time as the slots quickly sold out in previous years. Photographs will be in landscape, rather than portrait format and will be a unique memento.
Woodgrove, 533 – 555 High Street, Melton, +61 3 9971 0700
Friday 17 October – Tuesday 24 December 2024
23. Highpoint, Maribyrnong
Get ready for the festive season at Highpoint! From November 8th, experience the magic of Santa’s Arrival Festival with performances and fireworks. Capture memories with Santa photos available from November 9th through December 24th.
With more time to capture those special moments, Santa Photos at Highpoint will host the longest photography hours in Melbourne this season, operating 12 to 13 hours daily until Christmas Eve.
Pet Photography and Sensitive Santa will also be running with increased availability and comfortability, offering an easier and more inclusive experience for the whole family (even your furry friends!).
Highpoint, 120-200 Rosamond Road Maribyrnong, +61 3 9318 1699
Saturday 9 November – Tuesday 24 December 2024
24. Westfield Airport West
Celebrate Santa’s arrival at Westfield Airport West.
With a variety of photo packages available, make your booking today to secure a time that is convenient for you.
All children who visit Santa will receive a crown to take home. All Santa photo sessions require an online booking.
Book your Santa photo session today.
Westfield Airport West, 29 – 35 Louis St, Airport West, +61 3 8311 2831
Sunday 10 November – Tuesday 24 December 2024
25. Stockland Point Cook
Santa will be back at Stockland Point Cook this year in 2024. Stockland Members will receive early access to book their Santa photography session before the general public.
Bookings are essential for all Santa photography sessions, including Sensitive Santa.
Stockland Point Cook, Murnong St, Point Cook, +61 3 9395 4722 / +61 3 9394 6200
Sunday 10 November – Tuesday 24 December 2024
26. Moonee Ponds Central, Moonee Ponds
Every year Santa is waiting at Moonee Ponds Central for your annual family Santa photo. This year he’ll be waiting for you in Santa’s Cottage opposite Kmart from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm daily. As well as Santa photos there will be Christmas Collectibles and Letters to Santa, so get booking if you want to save your seat with Santa!
Moonee Ponds Central, 4 – 16 Hall Street, Moonee Ponds, +61 3 9695 9860
Saturday 23 Nov – Tuesday 24 Dec
27. Get Your Santa Photo taken by a Melbourne Family Photographer
If a Santa/Christmas backdrop doesn’t suit your taste, many Melbourne family photographers are offering Christmas mini shoots. Ask around locally so that you have a beautiful shot for your annual Christmas card or as a Christmas gift.
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