Santa photos are one of the sweetest festive traditions, offering a keepsake your family can look back on for years to come. Whether it's your baby’s very first Christmas photo or an annual snapshot with siblings, Santa photos in Brisbane have become easier than ever thanks to online bookings, shorter wait times, and stress-free sessions designed with families in mind.

With the festive season approaching fast - and Santa photo sessions booking out just as quickly - now is the perfect time to plan ahead. From shopping centres and pop-up studios to sensory-friendly Santa experiences and outdoor Christmas setups, we've rounded up the best places for Brisbane Santa photos this year.

Get ready to meet the big guy in red and capture some magical holiday memories!

The Best Santa Photos in Brisbane for 2025

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 that kids will love, complete with a fun little train and the chance to read 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:    Now until 24 December 2025
Cost:      Families can visit Santaland for FREE, but photo sessions start at $29.95
Booking: Official link

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 until 24 December 2025 for all families keen to capture this special moment, even your furry family members, too! "Pawtraits" are available to book, and every booking includes 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:  15 November to 24 December 2025
Cost:    Priced from $28.95
Booking: Official link

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 an excellent destination for the best Brisbane Santa photos. 

Where:  322 Moggill Rd, Indooroopilly
When:   8 November to 24 December 2025
Cost:     Packages from $49.95
Booking: Official link

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:   Now until 24 December 2025
Cost:     Priced from $27.95
Booking: Official link

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 photo sessions start at just $5 for the first 2,000 bookings; after that, sessions are $15 each, so get booking!

Where:  Redbank Plaza, 1 Collingwood Drive, Redbank
When:   Now until 24 December 2025
Cost:     $5 for the first 2,000 bookings; $15 for sessions thereafter
Booking: Official link

6. Brookside Shopping Centre

Brookside Shopping Centre are excited to welcome Santa back in 2025!

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

Where:  159 Osborne Road, Mitchelton
When:   13 November to 24 December 2025
Cost:     From $17.99
Booking: Official link

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 Aerodrome Rd, Applethorpe
When:   Until 24 December 2025

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 City.

Families can book Pet Sessions and Sensitive Santa Sessions online as well. 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:    Until 24 December 2025
Cost:      From $15
Booking: No bookings required

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:    Until 24 December 2025
Cost:      From $24.95
Booking: Official link

Want More Christmas Cheer? 

Families looking to make the season even brighter can explore our round-up of the Best Christmas Events in Brisbane for 2025, find inspiration for fun Christmas Stocking Fillers For Kids, or get into the festive swing at Christmas Putt Putt! These helpful lists offer plenty of merry ideas to keep little ones smiling throughout the holidays.

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