He’s making his list and he’s checking it twice, so you better let him know if you’ve been naughty or nice! That’s right…Santa Claus is coming to town!
As soon as Halloween is over, you may be thinking, “Where are the best places to take pictures with Santa near me?” And we’ve got the answer.
Whether you’re looking for an elaborate set up perfect for a Christmas card, or looking for a laid back visit with the jolly man in red — we’ve got plenty of options, so you’re sure to find the perfect one for you. Here are 25+ of the best places to take pictures with Santa in Atlanta in 2024!
If you’re looking for an African American Santa, we have those listed too, as well as a Breakfast with Santa post.
SANTA PICTURES NEAR ME: ATLANTA CLASSICS
PHIPPS PLAZA
DATES: Select dates Nov. 2 – Dec. 23, 2024
Santa at Phipps is a beloved Atlanta tradition for many families! Register online for your slot to visit with Santa and let your children tell him what they want for Christmas. The Santa set at Phipps is beautiful, and when we visited, we were so happy with our pictures.
Once your pic has been taken, they have plenty of photo package and even video options for you to choose from. These pics make for a great Christmas card. Registration is required.
Read More: Santa at Phipps: Best Tips for Magical Santa Pics (2024)
COOKIES WITH SANTA AT ZOO ATLANTA
DATES: December 7 and 8, 2024
Tickets are on sale now for Cookies with Santa at Zoo Atlanta – Santa’s annual stop in the home of more than 1,000 animals worldwide.
Santa will park his sleigh in the Zoo Atlanta Conservation Action Resource Center on Saturday and Sunday, December 7 and 8, 2024. Each ticket holder will receive one printed photograph. Digital copies will be available after the event.
While you’re there, enjoy cookies with Frosty, hot chocolate with Rudolph, holiday crafts with the Elves, and of course, holly jolly photo opportunities for all! Tickets are required for ages 3 and up.
Read More: Where to Find the Best Breakfast, Brunch and Tea with Santa (2024)
SANTA AT RHODES HALL
DATES: Weekends, Nov. 16 – Dec. 15, 2024
The “Castle on Peachtree” will be transformed into a winter wonderland featuring personal appointments with Santa at Rhodes Hall. This has been one of Atlanta’s most beloved traditions for over 25 years!
New this year, they will host two Pet Nights, so your 4-legged friends can get a pic with the big guy too. Registration required.
ATLANTA BOTANICAL GARDENS
DATES: Saturdays, Nov. 30 – Dec. 21, 2024
Meet Botanical Saint Nick at the Atlanta Botanical Gardens! Bring your camera and come tell all of your holiday wishes to the big guy adorned in green.
Free with Garden admission or membership.
Read More: Atlanta Botanical Garden Lights: Brilliant Holiday Fun
GEORGIA AQUARIUM
DATES: Select dates from Nov. 29, 2024 – Jan. 2, 2025
Photos with Santa at the Georgia Aquarium are back! A photo op with Santa is a must-do every holiday season, so let’s check it off your holiday “to-do” list while visiting Georgia Aquarium! They’ll capture the magic through the perfect picture of your family and our very own seaside St. Nick.
Read More: 7 Exciting Ways to Celebrate Christmas at Georgia Aquarium
SANTA PICTURES + AN ADVENTURE
SOUTHEASTERN RAILWAY MUSEUM (DULUTH)
DATE: Saturday, Nov. 16, 2024
Santa loves the Southeastern Railway Museum in Duluth!
It is a little-known fact that Santa’s reindeer get to take the month of November off to prepare for hard work in December. This means that Santa Claus travels by train and he will be at the Southeastern Railway Museum.
Museum doors open at 9:00am and the holiday festivities will last from 11:00am to 4:00pm. Santa arrives promptly at 1:00 pm. There will be plenty of opportunities for photos with friends and family with Santa and around the museum so do not forget to bring your camera!
We strongly suggest that you purchase advanced tickets to avoid the line at the gatehouse – Santa always brings a crowd and you do not want to miss his arrival!!
Read More: 23 Spectacular Christmas Train Rides in Georgia & the Southeast
GREAT WOLF LODGE (LAGRANGE)
DATES: Nov. 25, 2024 – Jan. 6, 2025
A Snowland Extravaganza at Great Wolf Lodge is an immersive winter wonderland filled with special seasonal events, winter activities, crafts, visits with Santa Claus, and more. And, at the Georgia location — you can book a Snow Globe! Inside the Snow Globes at Snowland, your family will enjoy their very own hot cocoa bar with all the fixings, as well as a cookie decorating kit.
The festivities continue to the 84-degree indoor waterpark which will surely warm you up no matter how chilly it is outside!
Read More: Great Wolf Lodge, GA: We Answer Your Top 30 Most-Asked Questions
NORTH GEORGIA WILDLIFE PARK (CLEVELAND)
DATES: Nov. 30, 2024
Christmas time at the North Georgia Wildlife Park in Cleveland, GA, includes Santa visiting the animals and people! I am not sure who has more fun, Santa or the people.
Tell Santa what you would like for Christmas, say hello to his elves, and take your family Christmas photos. All right next to a zebra and a camel!
Tickets are $15 per person, but kids (2-11) get in free with a paying adult. Ticket includes Starry Night Safari Hayride, Nativity display with live animals, and Holiday Festival.
Read More: North Georgia Zoo: 5 Best Reasons to Visit
STONE MOUNTAIN CHRISTMAS
DATES: Select dates Nov. 9, 2024 – Jan. 5, 2025
Each day during Stone Mountain Christmas, you can enjoy park attractions including Summit Skyride, Scenic Railroad, and more! Then, become immersed in holiday magic with evenings full of festive music, millions of dazzling lights, spectacular shows and visits from some of your favorite holiday characters — including Santa himself!
Bring your Christmas wishes to the big man himself, live and in person, at his North Pole office. Enjoy a chat with Santa while you get a peek at where all the magic begins.
Read More: Stone Mountain Christmas: Your Complete Guide to All the Holiday Fun
SANTA PICTURES AROUND TOWN
SELFIES WITH SANTA AT PONCE CITY MARKET (ATLANTA)
DATES: Saturdays, Nov. 30 – Dec. 21, 2024
Dash over to The Yard at Ponce City Market for a selfie with the jolly man in the red suit! Santa Adrian will be taking photos with guests on the second floor by Bar Vegan, where a festive photo backdrop will be set up. From 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM, guests are welcome to capture their own photos using their phones or cameras.
MARIETTA
DATES: Pics With Santa – select days beginning Dec. 6, 2024
Marietta is hosting two amazing Santa events — Pictures with Santa and Magical Moments with Santa.
- For Pictures with Santa, you’ll find Santa in front of a beautiful Christmas backdrop at the Marietta Museum of History this season, with the beloved Hadley’s Photography team ready to capture your family’s memories.
- Santa’s Magical Moments is when your family gets a 30 minute magical, unique, and private experience with Santa! A digital link to download full-res images of your visit, and an ornament with your favorite image are included. You can expect to experience storytime with Santa, cookies and milk, and crafts too!
DOWNTOWN KENNESAW
DATE: December 7, 2024
Pictures with Santa will be available from 1:00 – 6:00 PM at the City of Kennesaw Council Chambers located on the first floor in the back of City Hall. Photos will be taken by a professional photographer.
Digital downloads of the photos will be available free of charge the week after the event. Attendees will have the option to purchase photos from the site.
SANTA IN NEWNAN
DATE: November 29, 2024
Santa will arrive in downtown Newnan in a fire truck, and will immediately light the Christmas tree on the Court House Square. Afterward, children are invited to sit on Santa’s lap and read him their Christmas list! The event is FREE.
THE ART BARN (CANTON)
DATES: Dec. 9, 15, and 17, 2024
Come on out to The Art Barn in Canton and meet Santa before he heads back to the North Pole. A magical day you won’t want to miss, with lots of opportunities for photos galore.
Of course, all of their barnyard buddies will be there too. Everyone from the donkeys, to the chickens, to the goats and sheep, to Daisy the cow and her daughter Marigold! And finally guests will make some awesome art and hop a hayride. Reservations must be made in advance.
MINI PHOTO SHOOT WITH SANTA ANDRE (ROSWELL)
Date: Dec. 6, 2024
Join Friends of Mimosa on Friday, December 6th from 4:00 – 7:00 pm at Mimosa Hall for a Meet and Greet and Mini Photo Session with Santa Andre! Capture the magic of the holidays at Mimosa Hall during the Second Annual Christkindlmarket Roswell.
MIMOSA HALL & GARDENS (ROSWELL)
DATE: Dec. 7, 2024
Join the Friends of Mimosa Hall & Gardens for their 8th annual Photos with Santa Duncan at Historic Mimosa Hall in Roswell.
You’ll get a 10-minute photo session with Santa Duncan, and all the high-quality digital images from your session. Reservations only, spots are limited.
SANTA’S WONDERLAND AT BASS PRO SHOP AND CABELA’S
DATES: Nov. 2 – Dec. 24, 2024
Bass Pro Shops / Cabela’s is continuing the beloved tradition of visiting Santa Claus in-person this holiday season at Santa’s Wonderland experience. Pics with Santa are FREE.
Online reservation recommended.
Read More: Santa’s Wonderland at Bass Pro Shops / Cabela’s Atlanta (FREE!)
SANTA AT AVALON (ALPHARETTA)
DATES: Nov. 25 – Dec. 24, 2024
Santa will be at Avalon throughout the season spreading holiday magic and taking photos at their North Pole-inspired cottage in Palmer Plaza for festive photo ops to cherish for a lifetime. To guarantee your special time with Santa, please book an appointment. Walk-ups will be accepted only if time allows.
To guarantee your special time with Santa, please book an appointment. Walk-ups will be accepted only if time allows.
SANTA ON THE SQUARE IN DECATUR
DATE: Nov. 30, 2024
Kids of all ages — bring your camera and take a photo with Santa during Decatur’s Santa On The Square event from 10am-4pm. Then enjoy make and take crafts, holiday music, hot cocoa, warm cookies and other fun surprises!
REINDEER FLIGHT SCHOOL IN MILLEDGEVILLE
DATES: Fridays and Saturdays beginning Dec. 11, 2024
Reindeer Flight School in Milledgeville hosts Christmas lights in Middle Georgia for all ages. Visit to see the lights and Santa. Have your photo taken with Santa in his sleigh for FREE. (If it’s raining, he won’t be there.)
ALPHARETTA SEASON OF CELEBRATION
DATE: November 23, 2024
Kick off the holiday season with a 50 ft. tree lighting in Downtown Alpharetta on Saturday, November 23, 2024 from 5:00 – 9:00 p.m. Bring portable chairs and settle in for live holiday music from the Alpharetta City Band’s Jazz Ensemble, enchanting snow flurries, and other magical performances on the main stage in front of Alpharetta City Hall.
Get a sneak peek of the Metropolitan Ballet Theatre’s annual holiday show, The Nutcracker, which will run from December 13-15 at Innovation Academy. Have your cameras out for the perfect photo with strolling characters and performers in the crowd. Santa Claus himself will also make a special appearance to hear holiday wishes and spread cheer.
THE BATTERY ATLANTA
DATES: Weekends Nov. 22 – Dec. 24, 2024
Santa Claus is once again setting up shop at his Post Office in The Battery Atlanta! From Friday, November 22 to Saturday, December 24, Santa will continue the time-honored tradition of greeting local children in the Community Corner presented by Truist, located at the corner of Power Alley and Battery Avenue.
Families are invited to bring their handwritten letters to Santa – postage not required – at his official Atlanta outpost. Santa’s helpers will take care of the rest! This free opportunity allows parents and guardians to take their own photos of their children interacting with Santa as he listens to their wish lists.
AT THE MALL
- Arbor Place (Pet visits too!)
- Cumberland Mall (Pet visits too!)
- Sugarloaf Mills
- Lenox Square
- Mall of Georgia
- North Georgia Premium Outlets
- Northpoint Mall
- Perimeter Mall
- Town Center at Cobb
MORE ATLANTA HOLIDAY FUN
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- HOLIDAY LIGHTS: 25 Sparkling Christmas Light Displays Near Atlanta
- CHRISTMAS TREES: 20+ Unforgettable Christmas Tree Farms in Atlanta You’ll Adore
- CALLAWAY CHRISTMAS: Callaway Gardens Christmas: Tips To Beat the Boring Lines
- GARDEN LIGHTS: Atlanta Botanical Garden Lights: Memorable Holiday Fun
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