Where You Can Take a Picture With Santa Claus
Pictures with Santa, Get your Santa Pictures for the Holidays
Getting pictures with Santa or photos with Santa Claus is almost an oxymoron. Think about it for a minute, every place you go either offers you pictures or you can take your own of the children with old Saint Nick. What we will do in this section is list those places and events whose primary offering is a picture with Santa Claus and perhaps some refreshments and that's it. We are not going to re-list every event where you you can get a photograph with Santa, that wouldn't make sense. Every mall has pictures with Santa, every Santa House lets you take pictures or has a photographer where you can get pictures, every breakfast with Santa is a photo opportunity, on and on. The events listed here are primarily photo events with Santa. Holiday events that cover a lot more than just pictures with Santa are covered separately. What you should do is check the other listings as well as those you see here.
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Bensenville
Kids & Pet Pictures with Santa in Bensenville
Tuesday, December 5th, 2017 Santa Kids Pictures Hours: 6PM to 7:30PM; Pets 7:30PM to 9PMSponsor: Bensenville Park DistrictEvent at:Deer Grove Leisure Center
Bensenville, IL 60106(630) 766-7015 Registration Requiredwww.bensenvilleparkdistrict.org/Cost: $7 for residents or non-residentsBring your pets and the kids in for a visit and picture and a special treat from Santa Claus. Be sure your pets are on a leash or in a box or cage.
Bloomingdale
Pictures with Santa for the Junior Savers Club
Bloomingdale Bank
Trust Saturday, December 2nd, 2017
Time: 10AM - 12PM
Sponsor: Bloomingdale Bank & Trust
Event at:165 W. Lake Street
http://www.bloomingdalebank.com
Cost: FREE SANTA EVENT
Children who are members of the bank's Junior Savers Club can stop by on Saturday, December 6th for pictures with Santa. Don't forget your camera.
Burr Ridge
Candy Cane Hunt & Pictures with Santa in Burr Ridge
Saturday, December 2nd, 2017Time: 10AM to 11AMSponsor: Pleasant Dale Park DistrictEvent at:Walker Recreation Center
Burr Ridge, IL 60527http://pleasantdaleparks.org(630) 662-6220Cost: $7 residents; $9 non-residentsJoin in the great Candy Cane Hunt and then return to the North Pole where Santa will be waiting to talk to you and to get pictures. Enjoy hot chocolate, cookies and marshmallows. For ages 2 to 12.
Cary
Pictures at a Visit with Santa in Cary
Wednesday, December 6th, 2017Time: 5:30 - 7:30 PMSponsor: Cary Park DistrictEvent at:Foxford Hills Golf Club
Cary, IL 60013www.carypark.com(847) 639-6100Cost: FREE SANTA EVENT Santa Claus is coming to Cary, so don't forget your camera and get ready to take some pictures. The big guy in the red suit wants to find out what your child would like on Christmas.
Chicago
Professional Photos with Santa at North Avenue Beach
Saturday, November 18th & Sunday, November 19th, 2017 Times: 12PM to 4PM Saturday;
8AM to 4PM Sunday
Sponsor:Michelle V. Wagner Photography
Event at:North Avenue Beach
For details: email Michelle at: michelevwagnerphotography@gmail.com
Advance reservations required
For additional information click on this LINK and scroll down to Michele V. Wagner Photography in Chicago.
Cost:Special holiday prices apply
Santa is Coming to Town! Michelle V. Wagner one of, Chicago's favorite family photographers for kids, babies and pets will be at North Avenue Beach in Chicago on Saturday November 12th and Sunday, November 13th, 2016 for Santa Minisessions. This will be a special day and the kid's chance to have a 20 minute visit with Santa and for you to get your Holiday pictures all at the same time. Limited times available - don't miss this popular event.
Professional Photos with Santa in Chicago
Saturday, December 3rd, 2017
Times: 3:30PM to 6PM
Sponsor:jenny@jennygrimm.com
Event at:4125 N. Bernard St.
For details: email Jenny at: jenny@jennygrimm.com
Advance reservations required
For additional information click on this LINK and scroll down to Jenny Grimm Photography.
Cost: Special holiday prices
You'll find Santa at Jenny Grimm Photography in Chicago on Saturday, December 3rd for mini-sessions. Jenny has found her niche and passion as a mommy, wife, and as a newborn, child and family lifestyle photographer. Go here to check out her website or here to see her Santa Claus photos.
Pictures with Santa at the Red Door Animal Shelter
Holiday Bazaar and Bake Sale in Chicago
Sunday, November 26th, 2017
Time: 11 AM to 4 PM
Sponsor: Red Door Animal Shelter
Event at:Warren Park Fieldhouse
For information: (773) 764-2242
Advance reservations are not required
Cost: FREE SANTA EVENT
Note: While there is no cost to attend this event
pictures with Santa are $10 each
Bring the kids to the annual Holiday Bazaar and Bake Sale and while you're there be sure to get pictures with Santa. Or if you prefer, how about pictures of your dog or cat with the old guy? Better yet get photos of everyone with Santa. At the bake sale you'll find hundreds of home made cookies and other delicious treats. Enjoy coffee or hot cider while shopping at the bazaar. All photo proceeds benefit homeless animals.
Pictures with Santa at at the Christmas Bazaar
The Irish American Heritage Center
Sunday, December 3rd 2017
Time 1PM to 3PM
Sponsor: Irish American Heritage Center
Event at:4626 North Knox Avenue
Reservations required
For information: (773) 282-7035
Cost: FREE SANTA EVENT
There will be Santa visits from1PM to 3PM at the Holiday Bazaar which runs from 9AM to 3PM. This is your chance to get pictures of the guy in the red suit with the kids at this annual event.
Countryside
Pictures with Santa at Illinois
Harley-Davidson in Countryside
Sunday, December 3rd, 2017Times: 12 noon to 3PMSponsor: Illinois Harley-DavidsonEvent at:9950 Joliet Road
www.ilharley.comFor information:(708) 387-8750Cost: FREE SANTA EVENTJoin us for some cookies and milk, get a free photo of the kids with Santa - mom and dad can get in the picture too - and have some holiday treats. This is one you won't want to miss.
Elmhurst
Santa and Mrs. Claus Photos with MWD Photography in Elmhurst
Saturday, November 4th & Sunday, December 10th, 2017Santa Picture Hours: call for timesSponsor: MWD PhotographyEvent at:126 N. York Road
Elmhurst, IL 60126(630) 941-0392www.mwdphotography.comCost: $45 for a private mini session & a 6 x 8 print that you can take home that day. The holidays are fast approaching, and it's time for your kids to get their picture taken with Santa Claus. Want to avoid the lines and screaming children at the mall? MWD Photography offers private photo sessions with Santa and Mrs. Claus. Let us capture your memories in a way that no mall could compete with. Whether you want a goofy, classic, or family picture, we cover it all. Additional package ares available for purchase. Call to reserve your spot today! Here are links to some of our past work on our Facebook page and our website. One of our Christmas photos went viral last year, which can be seen here. The little girl was just trying to show the photographer her "boo boo" after showing it to Santa).
Flossmoor
Pictures with Santa at the Flossmoor Public Library
Saturday, December 2nd, 2017Time: 2 PM - 4:30 PMSponsor: Village of FlossmoorEvent at:1000 Sterling Avenue
Flossmoorr, IL 60422http://www.flossmoor.org(708) 798-2300Cost: FREE SANTA EVENTSanta will be at the library to chat with the kids and for pictures taking and an an afternoon of fun.
Frankfort
Professional Pictures with Santa - Jill Keiiy Photography
Saturday, November 11th, 2017 Time: 9AM - 12PMSponsor: Jill Kelly PhotographyEvent at:Frankfort, IL 60423To book - Click on this LINK(815) 464-6688Cost: Special prices apply Photo sessions include baking cookies with Santa in a beautiful house in Frankfort. Have your kids join Santa in a once in a lifetime session baking Christmas cookies with the jolly old elf. Sessions are 15-minutes and include all edited digital files in color and B/W presented in an online gallery. Printing rights are also included.
Geneva
Pictures with Santa at Geneva Commons Holidays in Geneva
Sunday, November 26th, December 3rd & 10th &17th, 2017
Time: 2 PM to 5 PM for pictures
Sponsor: Geneva Commons Santa's Headquarters is next to Learning Express Toys
www.shopgenevacommons.com/events.html
Cost: FREE SANTA EVENT
Visit Santa at Geneva Commons Holidays. Be sure to bring your camera so you can get all your pictures of the kids with the jolly old elf. Santa will also be strolling around the Commons from Noon to 1:30 PM on these dates dispensing holiday cheer and gifts to the kids.
Glenview
Pictures with Santa at The Book Market in Glenview
Saturday, December 2nd, 2017Time: 1 PM to 3 PMEvent at: The Book Market
Glenview, Il 60026www.barbarasbookstore.comFor information:(847) 904-7304Cost: FREE SANTA EVENTCome to The Book Market in Glenview on Saturday, December 3rd for free photos with Santa. Be sure to remember to bring a camera.
Grayslake
Pictures with Santa in Grayslakee
Thursday, December 21st, 2017 Time: 6PM to 7:30PMEvent at: Grayslake Park District Recreation Center
Grayslake, IL 60030http://www.glpd.comFor information:(847) 223-7440Cost: FREE SANTA EVENTKids, this is your chance to see Santa in Grayslake and to get your holiday pictures. You'll need to bring a camera. Also be sure to have one item per child to donate to the Avon Township Food Pantry.
Hoffman Estates
Pictures with Santa at Cabela's in Hoffman Estates
Saturday, December 2nd & 9th
Sunday, December 3rd & 10th, 2017
Time: 12noon - 2PM
Sponsor: Cabela's
Event at:5225 Prairie Stone Pkwy
Cost: FREE SANTA EVENT
Get the children's holiday pictures with Santa at Cabela' on the second floor with a safari setting background this season. There will be games and a childrens activity table. Please be sure to bring your own camera.
Itasca
Pictures with Santa for the Junior Savers Club
Elk Grove Village Bank & Trust
Saturday, December 9th, 2017Time: 10AM - 12PMSponsor: Elk Grove Village Bank & TrustEvent at:1145 N. Arlington Heights Road
Itasca, IL 60143http://www.elkgrovebankandtrust.com(630) 250-9500Cost: FREE SANTA EVENT Children who are members of the bank's Junior Savers Club can stop by on Saturday, December 13th for pictures with Santa. Don't forget your camera.
Libertyville
Pictures with Santa at Dickens of a Holiday in Libertyville
Saturday December 2nd & 9th 2017 Time: 10 AM - 3 PMSponsor: Mainstreet LibertyvilleEvent at:Cook Memorial Park
Libertyville, IL 60048www.mainstreetlibertyville.org(847) 680-0336Cost: FREE SANTA EVENTSanta will be waiting to see the children outside in his sleigh in Libertyville on two Saturdays in December. Don't forget your camera.
Lisle
Pictures with Santa at Heritage Harley-Davidson in Lisle
Saturday, December 2nd, 2017
Times: 11AM to 2PM
Sponsor: Heritage Harley-Davidson - Lisle
Event at:2595 Ogdon Avenue
For information:(630) 420-1942
Cost: FREE SANTA EVENT
Bring the children in and get everyone's picture on a Harley at Heritage HarleyDavidson in Lisle. All kids get a free gift
Lombard
Santa Mini Session in Lombard
MWD Photography
Saturday, November 4th, Sunday, December 10th, 2017Times: 1PM to 6 PM Saturday & Sunday by appointmentSponsor: MWD Photography108 E. Saint Charles Road Lombard, IL 60148(630) 941-0392 for reservationswww.mwdphotography.comFor additional information click on the following LINKCost: $55Your reservation fee for a private mini session includes a 6x8 photo of your favorite image in a 8x10 folio, plus a special treat from Santa. Our Elf will also be available to help your little ones in creating an ornament as we get your order ready. A Pictures with Santa CD is also available for $95. Click here to see our famous photo when a little girl showed the photographer her boo-boo, giving us the title "Best Santa Photo Ever."
Manhattan
Pictures with Santa at "Santa Takes Manhattan"
Saturday, December 2nd, 2017
Time: 3 PM to 5 PM
Sponsor:Manhattan Park District Program Center
Registration required
http://www.manhattanparkdistrict.com
Cost: FREE SANTA EVENT
Here's a great way to kick off the Christmas season-visit Santa and Mrs. Claus get pictures of the kids, enjoy cookies and beverages, games plus holiday crafts. Remember to bring a camera.
Minooka
Pictures with Santa
by Jenni Kenney Photography
Saturday, November 4th
Sunday November 5th, 2017Time: 10AM to 2PMSponsor: Jenni Kenney PhotographyEvent at:Beautiful Holiday Studio in Home
Minooka, IL 60447Appointments NecessaryFor more information:
email:info@jennikenney.com
website:www.jennikenney.com
cell:(815) 791-9613Cost: Special holiday prices apply Get a portrait of the children with Santa that you will treasure forever. Reserve your Santa session today while openings are still available. For more information see the Santa Photographers page.
Mokena
Pictures with Santa at the Mokena Park District
Sunday November 19th, 2017
Sponsor: Mokena Park District
Event at:Oaks Recreation & Fitness Center
Appointment deadline November 11tth
Time: Noon to 3 PM
Cost: $8 per picture Bring the kids in for a visit with Santa and you can get a professional 5 x 7 photograph.
Additional packages are available for purchase. Personal camera are not permitted. Walk-ins are ok.
North Riverside
Holiday Photo Shoot with Santa in North Riverside
Friday, November 17th, 2017 Time: 5 PM to 8 PMSponsor: North Riverside RecreationEvent at:Village Commons Room B/C
North Riverside, IL 60546For information:(708) 442-5515www.northriverside-il.orgHere's you chance to get professional holiday pictures of the family or kids with Santa in North Riverside. There is no sitting fee and you'll receive the pictures on a CD before you leave.
Orland Park
Santa Pictures at the Pit Stop in Orland Park
Saturday, December 2nd, 2017Time: 9AM to 12 noonSponsor:Orland Park Recreation Department
Orland Park, IL 60467No registration is necessarywww.orland-park.il.usFor information:(708) 645-7529Cost:FREE SANTA EVENTThe old guy in the red suit will be waiting at the Sportsplex to get a picture with your child - so be sure to have your camera with you.
Palatine
Pictures with Santa at City Limits Harley-Davidson in Palatine
Sunday, December 3rd, 2017Times: 11 AM to 2 PMSponsor: City Limits Harley-DavidsonEvent at:2015 North Rand Poad
Palatine, IL 60074www.citylimitshd.com/For information:(847) 358-2112Cost: FREE SANTA EVENTCome in and get a free picture of the kids with Santa on a Harley. Don't miss a great afternoon of fun at City Limits Harley-Davidson. The kids get a small Christmas stocking with sweets and there will be hot cocoa and cookies.
Rockton
Pictures with Santa in Rockton
Saturday, December 2nd, 2017 Time: 12 noon to 4 PMSponsor: Rockton Chamber of CommerceEvent at:Dairyhaus
Rockton, IL 61072www.rocktonchristmaswalk.comFor information:(815) 624-7625 Cost: FREE SANTA EVENT Santa will be waiting for you at his house in downtown Rockton so be sure to have you Christmas list ready. Don't forget to bring a camera.
Roselle
Pictures with Santa for the Junior Savers Club
Roselle Bank & Trust
Saturday, December 2nd, 2017Time: 10AM - 12PMSponsor: Roselle Bank & TrustEvent at:1350 West Lake Street
Roselle, IL 60172http://www.rosellebankandtrust.com(630) 529-0100Cost: FREE SANTA EVENTChildren who are members of the bank's Junior Savers Club can stop by on Saturday, November 29th for pictures with Santa. Don't forget your camera.
Schaumburg
Pictures with Santa for the Junior Savers Club
Schaumburg Bank & Trust
Saturday, December 16th, 2017Time: 10AM - 12PMSponsor: Schaumburg Bank & Trust CompanyEvent at:1180 E Higgins Road
Schaumburg, IL 60173http://www.bankschaumburg.com(847) 969-1200Cost: FREE SANTA EVENTChildren who are members of the bank's Junior Savers Club can stop by on Saturday, December 20th for pictures with Santa. Don't forget your camera.
South Barrington
Pictures with Santa at "Santa's Workshop" in South Barrington
Saturday December 2nd, 2017Times: 10:30AM to 12PMSponsor: South Barrington Park DistrictEvent at:South Barrington Community Center
South Barrington, IL 60106www.sbpd.net/For information: (847) 381-7515Registration RequiredCost: Residents - $6; non-residents $9 Santa's Workshop is the place for children to create holiday decorations, play games, have a snack, enjoy a story and to talk with Santa. You'll also have time to get those holiday photos. Don't forget to bring your camera.
South Holland
Pictures with Santa in South Holland
Friday, December 1st, 2017
Sponsor: Village of South Holland
Event at:South Holland Community Center
www.southholland.org/index.php?page=Events/santaclaus
Registration Required
Time: 6:30 PM
Cost: FREE SANTA EVENT
- for South Holland children only up to age 12 Santa is going to show up in South Holland on a fire truck and this is the place for kids up to the age of ten to come and get their holiday pictures with him. Please remember to bring a camera.
St. Charles
Pictures with Santa at Fox River Harley-Davidson in St. Charles
Sunday, December 3rd, 2017 Times: 11 AM to 3 PMSponsor: Fox River Harley-Davidson - St. CharlesEvent at:131 South Randall Road
St. Charles, IL 60174www.foxriverhd.comFor information:(630) 584-8000Cost: FREE SANTA EVENTHow about something different? Get a free picture of the kids with Santa on a Harley at Fox River Harley-Davidson in St. Charles. Each child will also receive a small Christmas stocking with sweets and there will be hot cocoa and cookies.
Sugar Grove
Pictures with Santa at Holiday in the Grove
Saturday, December 2nd, 2017 Sponser: Holiday in the Grove Sugar Grove Chamber of CommerceEvent at:Sugar Grove Community House
Sugar Grove , IL 60554www.holidayinthegrove.orgTime: 8 AM to 12 PMCost: FREE SANTA EVENTMeet Santa Claus at the Community House. Tell the old fellow what you like to receive for Christmas! There will be complimentary photos which will be available online.
Tinley Park
Pictures at "Smile with Santa" in Tinley Park
Saturday, November 11th, 2017Sponsor: Tinley Park Park DistrictEvent at:Tony Bettehhausen Recreation Center
Tinley Park, IL 60477www.tinleyparkdistrict.org(708) 342-4200 - ask for Stacey HayesNo registration is necessaryTime: 10 AM - 2 PMCost: $15 for a great photo package including different size pictures. A CD with your photos is available for $12. This is the way to get pictures of the kids in time to have your holiday cards made up and to have a visit with Santa at the same time.
Villa Park
Pictures with Santa at Wild Fire Harley-Davidson in Villa Park
Saturday, December 2nd, 2017 Times: 11AM to 2PMSponsor: Wild Fire Harley-Davidson - Villa ParkEvent at:120 W. North Avenue
Villa Park, IL 60181www.wildfirehd.comFor information:(800) 400-7433Cost: FREE SANTA EVENTCome in and get a free picture of the kids with Santawith the original Fat Boy! Don't miss a great afternoon of fun at Wild Fire Harley-Davidson.
Volo
Pictures with Santa at Volo Antique Malls Annual Open House
Saturday November 25th,
& Sunday November 26th, 2017Time: Santa Hours T/B/ASponsor: Volo Antique MallsEvent at:27640 Volo Village Road
Volo, IL 60073(815) 344-6062www.voloshopping.comCost:FREE SANTA EVENTVisit with Santa, enjoy refreshments and take advantage of the special mall wide sales, gift card drawings and much more.
Westchester
Pictures at Santa's Workshop in Westchester
Saturday, November 18th, 2017 Time: 9 AM - 1 PMSponsor: Divine Infant Women's GuildEvent at:Divine Infant School - 1906 Newcastle
Westchester, IL 60154For informationwesolowski@aol.com(708) 681-1128Cost: Pictures with Santa are $5.00 eachSanta Claus will be in Westchester for pictures with the kids, so be sure to mark your calendar. The big guy in the red suit wants to hear what your child would like to find under the tree on Christmas. There will be raffles, holiday vendors, food and fun for everyone.
Wheaton
Pictures with Santa at Cosley Zoo in Wheaton
Saturday November 25th, December 2nd & 9th, 2017
Times: 10AM to 2PM
Sponsor: Cosley Zoo
Event at:1356 N. Gary Avenue
For information:(630) 665-5534
Registration is not required
Cost:FREE SANTA EVENT
Visit the animals at the zoo, enjoy some cookies, punch and coffee, make a craft and get pictures with Santa. Note, while admission to the zoo is free, a $5 donation per family is suggested. There is a $3 charge for a picture with Santa.
Wood Dale
Pictures with Santa for the Junior Savers Club
Wood Dale Bank & Trust
Saturday, December 9th, 2017 Time: 10AM - 12PMSponsor: Wood Dale Bank & TrustEvent at:171 E Irving Park Road
Wood Dale, IL 60191http://www.wooddalebank.com(630) 227-0044Cost: FREE SANTA EVENTChildren who are members of the bank's Junior Savers Club can stop by on Saturday, December 10th for pictures with Santa. Don't forget your camera.
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