The Most Festive Santa Photos in Brisbane for 2024

Santa photos offer a wonderful festive keepsake and are a treasured family pastime at Christmas. And thanks to online booking options, it's never been easier to snag yourself epic Santa photos in Brisbane —without the long wait times, queues, and inevitable toddler meltdowns of yesteryear. 

With the festive season approaching at a rate of knots and Santa photo sessions getting booked up at a similar speed, we've rounded up the best places to snap a picture with the big guy in red this year.

The Best Santa Photos in Brisbane for 2024

1. Santaland at Myer

A complete crowd favourite, Myer's Santaland is a Brisbane institution that's bursting with festive fun (and it doesn't hurt that you can also knock off a fair swat of your shopping at Myer while you're there...). 

Santaland is a magical space the kids will love, complete with a fun little train and the chance to do some reading with Mrs. Claus. Don't forget to check out the Christmas display in the Myer windows too!

Where:   Myer stores across Queensland - find your nearest store.
When:    On now until 24 December 2024

2. David Jones

The Man in Red is making his way to David Jones to ensure all of his favourite families get to snap a memorable selfie this year!

Sessions will be available from Saturday 16 November until 24 December 2024 for all families keen to capture this special moment, even your furry family members, too! "Pawtraits" are available to book, plus, every booking ensures you receive your photo beautifully framed in a custom design, AND children will also receive a special gift from Santa himself.

Where:   David Jones stores throughout Queensland
When:    16 November to 24 December 2024

3. Santa World at Indooroopilly Shopping Centre

At Santa World at Indooroopilly, it doesn't matter if you've been naughty or nice, if you follow the giant maze of Christmas trees and twinkling lights, you will find Santa and his Christmas Elves.

Book your festive photo with Santa to make Christmas even more magical—and don't forget your wishlist! Pet sessions and Sensitive Santa sessions are also available at Santa World, making it a great destination for the best Santa photos in Brisbane. 

Where:   322 Moggill Rd, Indooroopilly
When:    9 November to Sunday 24 December 2024

4. Westfield 

Tis' the season to be making merry memories! Create a Christmas memory and book your photos with Westfield Santa. He is a pretty jolly and popular fellow, so bookings are essential for Santa photography, Sensitive Santa photography, and pet photography sessions. 

Another joy-filled offering from Westfield this year is the return of their Auslan Santa. Launched as a pilot program in 2022 in collaboration with Deaf Australia, Auslan Santa offers children who use Auslan as their primary form of communication the opportunity to meet and sign with a Santa who is just like them.  

Find your nearest Westfield to book your session—with Chermside, Mt Gravatt, North Lakes. and Carindale participating. 

Where:  Westfields throughout Queensland
When:   On now until 24 December 2024

5. Redbank Plaza

Redbank Plaza loves to save the local community some serious cash when it comes to creating core festive memories, which is why they offer a range of seriously reasonable Santa photos each year. 

Their photos sessions start at just $5 for the first 2,000 bookings, after that sessions are $15 each - get booking!

Where:  Redbank Plaza, 1 Collingwood Drive, Redbank
When:   On now until 20 December 2024

6. Brookside Shopping Centre

Brookside Shopping Centre are excited to welcome Santa back in 2024!

There is a range of Santa photo packages available, and some are only $15 this year - bargain!

Where:   159 Osborne Road, Mitchelton, Brisbane
When:     14 November to 24 December 2024

7. Santa Visits the Farm

Santa is all set to spread the joy at the Granite Belt Christmas Farm every weekend, starting from 16 November through to 22 December. So grab your camera and seize the enchantment of Christmas with Santa himself. Best part? No need to make reservations – just show up and share the festive fun!

Where:    Granite Belt Christmas Farm, 321 Aerodome Rd, Applethorpe
When:     16 November to 22 December 2024

8. Peninsula Fair Shopping Centre

Santa is coming in hot to Peninsula Fair Shopping Centre this year, offering the ideal opportunity to snap up some of the best Santa photos in Brisbane.

Families can book Pet Sessions and Sensitive Santa Sessions online, too. Plus, spend $30 or more at any specialty store to receive a FREE Santa Photo! 

Where:   Peninsula Fair Shopping Centre, 272 Anzac Ave, Kippa Ring
When:    16 November to 24 December 2024

9. Orion Springfield Central

The most wonderful time of the year is here, and Santa Photo bookings are now available at Orion Springfield Central. Visit Santa's Cottage for a delightful experience and create cherished memories that will warm your heart for years to come!

Where:   Orion Springfield Central, 1 Main Street, Springfield Central
When:     24 October to 26 December 2024

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