Pictures With Santa in Greater Los Angeles (Mapped!)

Erynn said:  South Bay Galleria offers visits and photos with Santa in his cottage. Reservations are available to hopefully get those cherished pics with jolly Saint Nick before the kids have a meltdown!

Reservations recommended

Erynn said:  Whether you're in the market for a Christmas tree or not, Underwood Family Farms will get you in the holiday spirit. Sure, they have cut trees, wreaths, mistletoe, and all the fixings, but that's not all. Kids can visit Santa among the Christmas trees on select weekends - bring your camera to snap unforgettable pics! Other attractions at the Farm Center & Farm Market include tractor rides and animal shows.

Weekends, 11am-4pm

Erynn said:  A hot breakfast complete with hot chocolate bar, holiday carols, games, and photos with Santa gives kids a magical up-close experience with Santa- and you can bet your child won't be naughty at this special event.

8:30am, 9am, 9:30am, 10:30am, 11am, 11:30am

Gina I. said:  Snoopy House has been an Orange County holiday tradition since 1966! Take a stroll and enjoy the various holiday displays featuring all of your favorite Peanuts characters. Santa makes a nightly appearance for holiday photos. This is an event you won't want to miss!

6pm-8pm

Erynn said:  Head to Tanaka Farms for Hikari, a festival of lights! Take a holiday wagon ride through the light displays and arrive at the Gingerbread Forest where Santa will be ready to greet and take a photo with you. You can also opt to forgo the wagon ride and just visit the Gingerbread Forest. Other attractions include live music, arts & crafts, barnyard animals, and more!

Reservations required

Erynn said:  Photos with Santa take place at Forever 21 Court in the Galleria at Tyler. Reserve a spot online!

Reservations recommended

Erynn said:  There's a ton of holiday fun happening at the Aquarium of the Pacific, but the highlight is Santa! Kids can either meet and snap photos with a regular Santa on the weekends, or stop in and snap a selfie with Diver Santa as he swims with the fishes!

Will Geer Theatricum Botanicum presents the third annual Holiday Family Faire at its spectacular outdoor venue in Topanga, where carolers, singing madrigals and other performers roam the grounds, Theatricum company members tell winter holiday stories from a variety of traditions. Santa and Mrs. Claus will be available to take family photos. An artisan marketplace will offer holiday gifts and crafts, and festive food and drink will be available for purchase. Caroling with Theatricum company members and a special outdoor screening of The Muppet Christmas Carol will begin immediately after the Faire, at 5 p.m. (available with Faire admission for an additional $20, or separate admission: $25).

11am - 5pm

Erynn said:  Santa will be at Center Plaza for holiday photos and visits. You can choose a socially distant photo experience or sit with Santa. Reserve your spot online to avoid a wait.

Reservations recommended

Gina I. said:  When Santa is not at the North Pole, he's usually relaxing in his Crystal Cove surf shack at the Irvine Spectrum Center. Although he can't visit in person this year, he can visit virtually for a magical holiday experience!

Reservations required

Erynn said:  Snap a picture with Santa at Plaza West Covina's Santa Experience. Santa will be located on the lower level between Forever 21 & H&M.

Reservations recommended

Erynn said:  Embark on a journey to the North Pole with magic mirrors, riddles, and more in a quest to find Santa. On your way, visit Santa’s Bungalow, the Pine Tree Forest, and Santa’s Carriage. There will be several self-serve photo ops including one with Santa!

Closed Monday & Tuesday

Reservations required