Whether you’re planning your baby’s first Santa photo or keeping an annual family tradition going, there are plenty of options around Greater Victoria. From private cottage visits and studio portraits to free community events, here’s where to find Santa this holiday season.
The Cottage at Uptown
Enjoy a private, 10-minute visit with Santa in his cozy cottage, including two digital photos.
📍 Uptown Shopping Centre, Saanich
📅 Select dates from November 6; see calendar for availability
Book your visit
Westshore Town Centre
Santa photos with sensory-sensitive and pet-friendly appointments available.
📍 2945 Jacklin Road, Langford
📅 November 14–December 24
Book your visit (December 5–24 appointments open November 30 at 7pm)
Mayfair Shopping Centre
Visit Santa near Bath & Body Works, with reservations recommended and walk-ins welcome.
📍 3147 Douglas Street, Victoria
📅 November 25–December 24
Book your visit
Hillside Centre
Book ahead or drop in for a visit with Santa. His arrival day on November 27 is walk-in only, from 11am–4pm.
📍 1644 Hillside Avenue, Victoria
📅 From November 27 (see booking calendar for dates and hours)
Book your visit
Happy Santa Holiday Portraits
Visit Santa Ian in a decorated Santa’s workshop at Jesse Hlady Studios.
📍 1024 Meares Street, Victoria
📅 Select dates in November and December
Book your visit
Patio Gardens
Drop in for Santa photos with the kids, the whole family or your pets.
📍 6536 West Saanich Road, Saanichton
📅 November 22 & 29, 10:30am–12:30pm; November 28 & December 12, 10am–12:30pm
More details (no booking required)
GARDENWORKS Saanich
Meet Santa and Mrs. Claus during a weekend of holiday activities, including a kids’ scavenger hunt and hot apple cider.
📍 4290 Blenkinsop Road, Saanich
📅 December 5, 10:30am–3:30pm (Santa photos are Saturday only)
More details
Free Santa Photos in Sidney
Enjoy a free visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus, with furry family members welcome too.
📍 Sidney (venue TBA)
📅 December 12, 11am–2pm
More details
Sooke Firefighters’ Photos with Santa
Pose with Santa and a vintage fire truck while supporting the Sooke Food Bank and Christmas Bureau.
📍 Sooke Fire Rescue Station One, 2225 Otter Point Road
📅 November 28–29, 11am–4:30pm
Booking information
Breakfast with Santa in Sooke
Enjoy a free pancake breakfast and bring your own camera for photos with Santa; donations support the Sooke Christmas Bureau.
📍 Edward Milne Community School, 6218 Sooke Road
📅 December 5, 9am–1pm; sensory-sensitive hour 8–9am
More details
Last updated November 3, 2026. More Santa visits are still being announced! Check each venue’s website for current availability and booking details.
