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Photos with Santa in The Woodlands Area
Gather your family and friends, Santa Claus is coming to The Woodlands area! Find local places and events to get your picture taken with Santa Claus and make Christmas memories this year.
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November 2023 – December 24, 2023 – Market Street – Santa Claus himself will be at Market Street greeting children of all ages for the much-loved holiday tradition of photos with Santa! Children may have their photo taken and give jolly ol’ St. Nick their wish list Friday, November 17 through Christmas Eve on Sunday, December 24, 2023. Pet photo dates are available also. Reservations required. Location: Market Street, 9595 Six Pines Drive, The Woodlands, TX 77380. Learn More
November 2023 – December 24, 2023 – The Woodlands Mall – Visit The Woodlands Mall for Pictures with Santa! Available daily. Pet pictures on select dates. Reservations encouraged, walk-ups welcome. Learn More
November – December 24, 2023 – Old Town Spring – The Santa Express in Old Town Spring is for kids of ALL ages with Ms Claus and Santa’s magical Elf, too in a decorated workshop. Location: 318 Main St Spring, TX 77373. Learn More
December 2, 2023 – Right Next Door Designs – Santa Claus is coming to town at Right Next Door Designs! Only $10 per sitting with Santa and capture a great photo for the 2023 holiday season! Time: 11:00am – 2:00pm. Location: Right Next Door Designs, 9940 Woodlands Pkwy Suite 300, The Woodlands, TX 77382. Learn More
December 9, 2023 – Mercedes-Benz of The Woodlands – Santa Claus is coming to town, and you’re invited to meet him at Mercedes-Benz of The Woodlands! Capture the magic with a free photo with Santa himself and warm up with a hot cocoa bar and cookies. Don’t forget to bring your wish list! Time: noon to 3:00pm. Location: Mercedes-Benz of The Woodlands, 16917 I-45, The Woodlands, TX 77385. Learn More
Photos with Santa at Events
November 2023 – December 23, 2023 – A Berry Merry Christmas – A Berry Merry Christmas is a winter wonderland of smiles, lights, and festive fun at Dewberry Farm! Experience two spectacular shows with two million Christmas lights, visit and take pictures with Santa Claus, enjoy seasonal food and beverage specials, special holiday shopping, 40 farm attractions, farm animals, and more. Location: Dewberry Farm, 7705 FM 362, Brookshire, TX 77423. Learn More
November 28, 2023 – Christmas on Main Street – The 7th Annual Christmas on Main Street celebration will take place after the City of Conroe’s Annual Tree Lighting. There will be Santa, clydesdale horses, live music by Jazz Connection, hayrides, carolers, a live nativity, vendors, activities for kids, and much more. Time: 6:30 – 9:30pm. Location: Throughout the streets of Main, Simonton, and Metcalf in downtown Conroe. Learn More
November 30, 2023 – Holly Jolly Jingle – It’s the most wonderful time of the year as the Pavilion showcases performances of familiar holiday medleys by hundreds of Conroe ISD student musicians. Concertgoers will be walking in a winter wonderland of activities when the gates open with a holiday art project, photos with Santa Claus and other holiday characters and pre-concert performances by local high school orchestras and choirs. All aboard for a ride on the Candy Cane Express for a merry good time starting at 5:30 p.m. in the Gold Lot. Tickets are not required for this free event. Time: Gates open at 6:00pm for the 7:00pm show. Location: The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion, 2005 Lake Robbins Dr, The Woodlands, TX 77380. Learn More
December 1 & 2, 8 & 9, 15 & 16, 2023 – Trail of Lights – The Trail of Lights is a community-wide free event, hosted by Tomball Methodist Church, featuring a walk-through trail telling the Christmas story from the Bible as well as many other secular Christmas scenes. Music is being provided by local choirs. There will be a live Santa, cookies, and hot cocoa. Time: 6:30 – 8:30pm. Location: Tomball Methodist Church, 1603 Baker Dr, Tomball, TX 77375. Learn More
December 2, 2023 – Old Fashioned Christmas Market – The 10th annual Old Fashioned Christmas Market will feature over 15 historical craft stations, children’s choirs every 30 minutes, food vendors, and lots of shopping. Kris Kringle himself will be there too for photos! Time: 10:00am – 4:00pm. Location: Wunderlich Farm Interactive History Park, 18218 Theiss Mail Rte Rd, Spring, TX 77379. Learn More
December 2, 2023 – Deck the Depot – Delight in the joy of the season with the little ones with a trackless train, kids zone, holiday music and entertainment, and of course, Santa! Arrive early to shop holiday treasures, savor delicious bites, enjoy the festive atmosphere, and stay for the grand finale, the lighting of the Tomball Christmas Tree. Pictures with Santa are from 4:00 – 7:00pm. Time: 2:00 – 8:00pm. Fee: Free. Location: Tomball Railroad Depot Plaza, 201 S Elm St, Tomball, TX 77375. Learn More
December 2, 2023 – Christmas in the Woods – The Christmas in the Woods event at 7 Acre Wood will feature Santa pictures, hot cocoa, hayrides, over 40 vendors, pony rides, barrel rides, and more. Time: 10:00am – 3:00pm. Fee: Free. Location: 7 Acre Wood, 4401 N Frazier St, Conroe, TX 77303. Learn More
December 2, 2023 – Light Up the Park – Light Up the Park is one of Montgomery’s cherished holiday traditions. Santa is available for photos, children can write letters to the North Pole, guests can join together in song, and so much more! Montgomery’s beloved Cedar Brake Park is a magical setting of lights and decorations, made possible by our businesses and residents who decorate the light poles in ways that look fantastic by day and wondrous by night. Time: 6:00-8:00pm. Location: Cedar Brake Park, TX-105, Montgomery, TX 77356. Learn More
December 2, 3, 9, 10, 16, & 17 – Breakfast with Santa at The Woodland Resort – Enjoy breakfast with Santa at Harrison’s in The Woodlands Resort. Reservations required. Location: 2301 N Millbend Dr, The Woodlands, TX 77380. Learn More
December 5, 2023 – Holiday Open House – The George & Cynthia Woods Mitchell Library will celebrate the holiday season with a special Open House complete with refreshments and a special appearance by Santa. Everyone welcome. Time: 4:00 – 6:00pm. Location: The George & Cynthia Woods Mitchell Library, 8125 Ashlane Way, The Woodlands, TX 77382. Learn More
December 8 & 9, 2023 – Tomball Museum Center Annual Candlelight Tour – The Tomball Museum Center Annual Candlelight Tour is a free event open to the community. The museum will provide a special Christmas candlelight tour where docents provide exclusive anecdotes and living history at each exhibit. Each night choirs provide holiday spirit with concerts. Visit with Santa Claus “Texas style” in the Barn exhibit. (Special Secret: Santa always has a special surprise for his favorite little Texans.) Experience a Taste of Christmas with cake & cookies available in the Fellowship Hall. Time: 6:00 – 9:00pm. Location: Tomball Museum Center, 510 N. Pine, Tomball, 77375. Learn More
December 9, 2023 – Santa’s Merry Mingle – Gather the family for Santa’s Merry Mingle at The Woodlands Children’s Museum featuring performances by the Lone Star Strummers, framed professional photos with Santa, snow play, art projects, a special reading with Mrs. Claus, and a visit from Olaf. Time: 9:00am – 2:00pm. Location: The Woodlands Children’s Museum, 4775 W Panther Creek Dr #280, The Woodlands, TX 77381. Learn More
December 9, 2023 – Donuts with Santa – Get an early dose of Christmas cheer and spend some time with Good old St. Nick! The City of Conroe is once again hosting Donuts with Santa, and this year nutcracker-themed activities are included along with the usual fun. Don’t forget your camera, because Santa is posing for pictures too! You must call the Oscar Johnson Jr. Community Center to register to attend this event. Time: 7:00am-noon. Location: Oscar Johnson Jr. Community Center, 100 Park Pl, Conroe, TX 77301. Learn More
December 9, 2023 – Holiday Bingo Breakfast – Enjoy a festive morning with family playing holiday bingo complete with a fruit and donut breakfast. Remember to bring your camera for a picture with Santa! Time: 10:00am Ages: All Ages Fee: $10 resident; $15 non-resident per person. Location: Rob Fleming Recreation Center, 6464 Creekside Forest Drive, The Woodlands, TX 77389. Learn More
December 9, 2023 – Milk and Cookies with Santa – Have milk and cookies with Santa, hear a Christmas story, decorate cookies and make a holiday crafts. Remember your camera for a picture with Santa! Times: 1:00 and 3:30pm. Ages: 3-12. Fee: (per person) $20 resident; $25 non-resident. Location: Rob Fleming Recreation Center, 6464 Creekside Forest Drive, The Woodlands, TX 77389. Learn More
December 9, 2023 – Holiday Open House – Celebrate the holidays at the Lone Star College – Tomball Community Library! Head to the Community Engagement Area for an afternoon of fun holiday crafts and activities, cookies, and, most important of all, a visit from Santa Claus! Time: 11:00am – 1:00pm. Location: Lone Star College – Tomball Community Library, 30555 Tomball Pkwy, Tomball, TX 77375. Learn More
December 9, 2023 – Breakfast with Santa – It’s so much more than breakfast! Crafts, live entertainment, a bounce house, interactions with Christmas characters, raffle items, and more. All proceeds from this event will go to the Magnolia Education Foundation to help fund classroom grants, student scholarships and many other Magnolia ISD employee recognition programs. Time: 8:00am. Location: Magnolia Event Center, 11659 FM 1488, Magnolia, TX 77354. Learn More
December 9, 2023 – Milk and Cookies with Santa – Have milk and cookies with Santa, hear a Christmas story, decorate cookies and make a holiday crafts. Remember your camera for a picture with Santa! Times: 1:00 and 3:30pm. Ages: 3-12. Fee: (per person) $20 resident; $25 non-resident. Location: Rob Fleming Recreation Center, 6464 Creekside Forest Drive, The Woodlands, TX 77389. Learn More
December 12, 2023 – Family Storytime with “Santa Gus” – Santa Gus is coming to the Central Branch Library for Family Storytime! Registration required, begins December 5. Don’t forget to bring your camera for photos with Santa Gus. Time: 10:30 – 11:30am. Location: Montgomery County Library Central Branch, 104 Interstate 45 N, Conroe, TX 77301. Learn More
December 14, 2023 – Storytime with Santa – Santa will be visiting the Mitchell Library for a special storytime at 10 and 11 am. Entrance is first-come, first-serve, until the room or program is at capacity. Don’t forget to bring your camera! Time: 10:00 – 10:30am & 11:00 – 11:30am. Location: George & Cynthia Woods Mitchell Library, 8125 Ashlane Way, The Woodlands, TX 77382. Learn More
December 16, 2023 – Donuts with Santa – Enjoy some sprinkled sweet treats with Frosty the Snowman and a visit from Santa Claus! Festive donuts, fruit, milk and coffee will be served as you make family crafts. Bring your camera for photos! Time: 10:00am. Ages: All ages. Fee: (per person) $20 resident; $25 non-resident Location: Rob Fleming Recreation Center, 6464 Creekside Forest Dr, The Woodlands, TX 77389. Learn More
December 16, 2023 – Gingerbread House Making with Santa – Build and decorate a gingerbread house with gum drops, peppermints, frosting and more! Parent or guardian participation required. Each enrollment receives one gingerbread house to decorate. Time: 1:00pm. Ages: 3+. Fee: (Per person) $20 Resident; $25 Non-Resident. Location: Rob Fleming Recreation Center, 6464 Creekside Forest Dr, The Woodlands, TX 77389. Learn More
December 16 & 17, 2023 – Breakfast with Santa at Margaritaville Lake Resort, Lake Conroe – Enjoy a magical holiday breakfast with Jolly Old St. Nick in the beautiful Del Lago Ballroom overlooking Lake Conroe. Reservations strongly recommended. Location: 600 Margaritaville Parkway, Montgomery, TX 77356. Learn More
December 20, 2023 – Tomball Farmers Market “Polar Express” – Shop in your Christmas PJs at Tomball Farmers Market’s special “Polar Express” market, featuring 50 vendors and of course, pictures with Santa! Time: 4:00 – 7:00pm. Location: 205 W Main St Tomball, TX 77375. Learn More
View more events and holiday happenings this December in our 31 Things To Do guide and on the Hello Woodlands Calendar!
UPDATED: November 27, 2023 at 2:57pm.
