Photos with Santa are a time-honoured tradition for many families, including my own. It’s like a walk down memory lane to see your children grow up before your very eyes in those yearly Santa photos. Since COVID, times have changed visiting with Santa. Many locations request that you reserve ahead of time, and some have moved from middle-of-the-mall to a more private studio-like option.
Here are some of our favourite Santas for 2023:
Photos with Santa at Capilano Mall
Santa’s Wizarding Wonderland welcomes the young and old to an enchanting event sure to sweep you off your feet. From November 25-December 24, 2023, Santa will be on hand to meet with his fans and hear their holiday wishes. Don your favourite holiday apparel or come in your cute Christmas jammies to capture this moment in time. After their chat with Santa, children will receive a Santa toy wand as a memento of their special time connecting with the big man in red. Santa toy wands are only available while supplies last, so make sure to get those photos booked early to ensure your kids get their wishes in early. Walk-ins are welcome on a first-come, first-served basis, or reserve your date and time to ensure you skip the line!
Photos with Santa at Britannia Mine
Step into Santa’s workshop at Britannia Mine Museum and experience the magic of the holidays. An enchanting Christmas experience comes to life as visitors get a behind-the-scenes peek at Santa preparing his sleigh for his global expedition on Christmas Eve. Get the whole family involved for a special photo opportunity with Santa to share your holiday wishes. Afterward, enjoy some hot cocoa as you explore the rest of the Britannia Mine Museum.
Abbotsford
Sevenoaks Shopping Centre (November 18 – December 24, 2023)
Burnaby
Metropolis at Metrotown (Nov. 13- Dec. 23 | Dec. 27-30): Metropolis at Metrotown is offering a unique Santa experience this year with 4 options to choose from! Meet Global Santa, Kris Kringle, or Father Christmas for your pre-Christmas photo, or wait until after Christmas and get a unique picture taken with Tropical Santa!
Lougheed Town Centre (November 18 – December 24, 2023)
Coquitlam
Coquitlam Centre (November 27 – December 24, 2023)
Richmond
Richmond Centre (November 17 – December 24, 2023)
Surrey
Guildford Town Centre (November 18 – December 24, 2023)
Semiahmoo Shopping Centre (November 18 – December 24, 2023)
West Vancouver
Park Royal Mall (November 18 – December 24, 2023)
