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Pictures With Santa Around Boston (2024 Map!)

Here's where you can take pictures with Santa around Boston - use the map to find a spot near you. Remember to leave a review for any places where your kids have gotten photos with Santa to help fellow parents!

If snapping photos with Santa Claus is high on your list of Christmas traditions, these family events will be one of the highlights of your holiday. You'll find more festive things to do on our Boston Christmas activity list, too.


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    osv.org

    Old Sturbridge Village - Christmas by Candelight

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    Carly Follett said:   Christmas by Candlelight at Old Sturbridge Village is an evening filled with New England holiday traditions. There is so much to do and see all through the village: stroll through the Christmas Tree Trail and Christmas Wish Bridge, watch demonstrations of classic Christmas projects, watch a nightly tree lighting, taste samples of sweet treats, enjoy live music and storytelling, and of course meet Jolly Old Saint Nick!

    Sturbridge, MA
    basspro.com/shop/en/santas-wonderland

    Bass Pro Shop - Santa's Wonderland

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    Amanda Banta said:  A visit to Santa's Wonderland at Bass Pro Shop would not be complete without stopping by to see the big guy himself. Kids can mail their letters to Santa, get their picture taken and parents can take home a free print. Other photo options are available for purchase.

    Hudson, MA
    simon.com

    The Shops at Chestnut Hill - 'Tis the Season for Photos with Santa

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    Amanda Banta said:  Santa will reign at Center Court at the Shops at Chestnut Hill heading into the Christmas holiday. Kids can get their picture taken after telling Kris Kringle everything they hope to see under that tree on Christmas morning.

    Chestnut Hill, MA
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    Jordan's Furniture - The Enchanted Village

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    Amanda Banta said:  Personable and so great with the kids, the Enchanted Village's Santa Claus is the one my kids believe to be THE actual Santa. The Village is one of the highlights of my Christmas season because this Santa is just amazing! They have all the displays and you walk through it first before you get to the other attractions. They also sell the Jordan Marsh blueberry muffins, which make for a fun post visit treat. What a cool job you had! I loved going to the Enchanted Village as a kid, back when it was at Jordan Marsh.

    Avon, MA

    Burlington Mall - 'Tis the Season for Photos with Santa

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    Amanda Banta said:  Kids can drop by the Burlington Mall to get their picture taken with Santa Claus.

    Burlington, MA

    South Shore Plaza - 'Tis the Season for Photos with Santa

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    Amanda Banta said:  Kids can share their Christmas wishes and get their picture taken with Santa at the South Shore Plaza this holiday season.

    Braintree, MA

    Kingston Collection - Photos with Santa!

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    Amanda Banta said:  Come capture the magic of the season with Santa photos at Kingston Collection! Walk-ins welcome, but reservations are strongly recommended.

    Kingston, MA

    The Cape Cod Mall - 'Tis the Season for Photos with Santa

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    Amanda Banta said:  Kids can share their Christmas wishes with Santa Claus at the Cape Cod Mall. Reserve your spot online!

    Hyannis, MA

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    Smolak Farms - Santa's Workshop & Crafts

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    Tracy Snyder Molina said:  At Smolak Farms, kids can purchase and decorate their own ornament. They can also write a letter to Santa and take a photo with him! They can purchase and decorate their own hot chocolate mug and enjoy a hot cocoa bar. Mrs. Claus will read a Christmas-themed book at the top of every hour.

    North Andover, MA

    10am-2pm

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    Hanson Firefighters - Breakfast with Santa

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    Amanda Banta said:  Join the Hanson Firefighters for Breakfast with Santa. Enjoy breakfast featuring pancakes, bacon, sausage and beverages, and get your picture with Santa.

    Hanson, MA
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    The Shops at Prudential Center - Santa in the City

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    Amanda Banta said:  Make sure your little ones bring their wish lists so he knows exactly what to bring them this year. You’ll leave with a souvenir photo and a whole lot of holiday spirit!

    Boston, MA
    southshorecommunitycenter.com/
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    South Shore Community Center - Santa is Coming to your Neighborhood!

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    Amanda Banta said:  Head to Cohasset Harbor to watch Santa and Mrs. Claus arrive by boat. They will then be escorted to different neighborhoods in Cohasset via an antique fire truck.

    Cohasset, MA
    plimoth.org
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    Plimoth Plantation - Breakfast with Santa

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    Amanda Banta said:  Enjoy a holiday breakfast buffet of French toast casserole, eggs, breakfast pastries and more while visiting with Santa Claus at Plimoth Plantation. Guests can take pictures with Santa and decorate their own gingerbread man.

    Plymouth, MA

    10am

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    Rockport - Santa’s Arrival by Lobster Boat & Tree Lighting Ceremony

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    Amanda Banta said:  How much more New England can you get when you have Santa Claus arrive in a lobster boat to your town's Christmas celebration? The Rockport Harbor event will feature Santa's boat ride across the water and a tree lighting in downtown. Kids can visit and get their picture with Santa before the tree lighting.

    Rockport, MA

    1pm-4:30pm

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