The Most Festive Santa Photos in Brisbane for 2023

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 photos in Brisbane 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 Most Festive Santa Photos in Brisbane for 2023

1. Santaland – 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:    Saturday 25 November to Sunday 24 December 2023

2. Santa World 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 Santa photos in Brisbane. 

Where:   322 Moggill Rd, Indooroopilly
When:    Sunday 12 November to Sunday 24 December 2023

3. Westfield 

Tis’ the season to be making merry memories! Create a Christmas memory and book your photo 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 for Santa photos in Brisbane—with Chermside, Mt Gravatt, North Lakes and Carindale participating. 

Where:  Westfields throughout Queensland
When:   Sunday 12 November - Sunday 24 December 2023 

4. FREE Santa Photos at 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 FREE Santa photos each year. In order to claim the free photo it's essential that you book—so keep your eyes peeled for a TBD booking link!

Where:  Redbank Plaza, 1 Collingwood Drive, Redbank
When:   TBD for 2023

5. Brookside Shopping Centre

Brookside Shopping Centre is excited to welcome back Santa in 2023!

There is a range of Santa photo packages available, and bookings will be available online soon. Make sure you don't miss the epic Santa's Arrival Parade—sure to delight families across the board! 

Where:   159 Osborne Road, Mitchelton, Brisbane
When:     Thursday 16 November to Sunday 24 December 2023

6. Santa Visits the Farm

Santa is all set to spread the joy at the Granite Belt Christmas Farm every weekend, starting from November 25 through to December 23. 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:     Saturday 25 November to Saturday 23 December 2023

7. 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. Check the website for his dates and timings, and book Pet Sessions and Sensitive Santa Sessions online, too. Plus, spend $30 or more at any specialty store to receive a FREE Santa Photo! Valid until Sunday 17 December 2023! 

Where:   Peninsula Fair Shopping Centre, 272 Anzac Ave, Kippa Ring
When:     Saturday 18 November to Sunday 24 December 2023

8. 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:     Monday 6 November to Sunday 24 December 2023

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