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Photos with Santa in Orange County
Photos with Santa in Orange County
The holidays are here, and you know what that means, photos with Santa! In Orange County, we have an assortment of Santa’s that you can stop by and visit!
As a mother I love seeing my kiddos expressions when they see Santa. I love seeing the photos from years before and I love seeing the malls Christmas displays for photos.
We’re so lucky to have in Orange County so many Santa Photo opportunities in our malls. Here’s a great list of all the photos with Santa in Orange County malls We hope you enjoy it.
It is strongly recommend that you create a registration for Santa photos.
Visit our other post where we’re also sharing Winter events throughout Orange County.
Brea
1065 Brea Mall, Brea, CA 92821
Receive a free phone call from Santa as our exclusive gift to you when you book online. Visit Santa in a sensory-friendly environment. We’re collecting donations on behalf of Autism Speaks. Exclusively for children with special needs. Reservations are required for this private photo experience. Capture Santa photos with your pets. Everyone is welcome, even without pets. During Pet Night events, we’re collecting donations on behalf of The Humane Society of the United States at participating locations.
Cerritos
239 Los Cerritos Center Cerritos, CA 90703
The magic of the holiday season comes alive with a visit to Santa’s winter wonderland. Santa will be here starting November 18 and is located at Main Court near Forever 21. A visit with Santa is always free and photo packages are available for purchase.
Costa Mesa
3333 Bristol St Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Santa’s Village in Carousel Court is open all center hours. The North Pole in the Macy’s Home Store Wing, Level 1, is open during all center hours on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, November 22–December 8, and during all center hours December 9–December 24.
Huntington Beach
7777 Edinger Avenue Huntington Beach, CA 92647
November 18, 2022
Santa & Mrs. Claus will be dropping by Bella Terra to take keepsake photos with your family this holiday season. Photos are taken in an open air setting – weather permitting. Skip the line, book an appointment. Walk-ins welcome. If you need to cancel or reschedule your appointment please contact [email protected].
21010 Pacific Coast Hwy, Huntington Beach, CA 92648
Families are invited to bring their children to a holiday party just for kids on Tuesday, December 6th, from 11 a.m. to noon on the second level Surf Theater deck. This event, part of the center’s PC Grommets kids club events, will feature Mrs. Claus reading books and handing out candy canes and Santa hats. There will be a special appearance by Santa Claus who will stop by for photos with children around second level Yule Tide Tree. The party is free and open to the public, but space is limited and pre-registration is required; to register. Photos with Santa during the event will be free-of-charge selfie opportunities for event attendees only (bring your own camera).
For professional photos with Santa in front of his Airstream travel trailer by the Yuletide Tree, guests are encouraged to make an advance reservation.
Santa Photo Hours:
Monday – Sunday 11am-6pm
Sunday’s Santa Paws from 4-6pm
12/21-23- Spend an extra hour with Santa!
11am-7pm
12/24 – Christmas Eve
11:00am-5:00pm
Reservations Highly Suggested
Please Note:
Santa takes his break daily from 2pm-3pm and may be unavailable due rain or poor weather.
Irvine
670 Spectrum Center Dr, Irvine, CA 92618
Get your wish list ready because Santa is coming to town — November 25- December 24! Preserve the magical moment at Santa’s beach chalet by purchasing a photo package for lasting memories, for years to come. Photo packages starting at $39.99! *No Reservations Required!
Mission Viejo
The shops in Mission Viejo Mall
555 The Shops at Mission Viejo Mission Viejo, CA 92691
Time to book Santa Photos, the ultimate holiday tradition awaits! Secure your spot today. Event dates November 10- December 24.
Newport
401 Newport Center Drive, Newport Beach, CA 92660
From November 18 through December 24, visit Santa for keepsake memories during special holiday hours in Santa’s Village. Come share your holiday wishes and take a photo at his custom-designed house, located on the Atrium Lawn.
Orange
1500 E Village Way, Orange, CA 92865
Santa Claus will be available for photos and wishes during the following hours, with breaks from 3pm-3:30pm feed the reindeer. Santa photo appointments are available at: vivaphotostudio.com/santa-photos
San Clemente
101 W Avenida Vista Hermosa San Clemente, CA 92672
Photos with Santa, November 19 – December 24
Santa Ana
2800 N Main St. Santa Ana, CA 92705
Santa’s ‘The Elf on the Shelf’ home is located on the lower level in Macy’s Court from November 18 through December 24. The set is free and open to the public, professional photos are available for purchase.
Tustin
DECEMBER 3 | 12-2pm
Tilly’s and Van’s Courtyard, In The Promenade, Family Christmas Party Enjoy photos with Santa, family crafts & activities, live DJ, stilt walkers, face painting & balloon artist, Mrs. Clause’s Book Corner, and shop our outdoor Merry Makers Village of family-owned gift shops. Free to attend. Santa Photos & Wonderfest Activity Passes are available* with 100% of net proceeds benefitting a local family non-profit.
2961 El Camino Real Tustin, CA 92782
Join us this holiday season as we welcome Santa to The Market Place. On December 17th, 18th, 22nd and 23rd, you can come take a FREE Selfie with Santa. He’ll be here from 1pm – 4pm for visits and photos at the food court near Mathis Home. Photos will not be provided, so don’t forget your camera/phone!
Westminster
1025 Westminster Mall, Westminster, CA 92683
Receive a free phone call from Santa as our exclusive gift to you when you book online.
Originally published on November 18, 2022. Last Updated on December 5, 2022 by Pattie Cordova
