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Top Spots for FREE Santa Photos in Melbourne
Finding FREE Santa photo opportunities around Melbourne in 2024 is a priority for many families. Posing for a festive family photo with Santa is a cherished tradition in our household, and it’s a favourite for countless families across Melbourne. However, the cost of these photos can add up. To help ease the holiday budget, we have rounded up the top spots where you can capture those magical moments with Santa at no cost.
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FREE Santa photos at the Atrium (Crown Melbourne)
The Atrium at Crown Melbourne will once again be transformed into a magical Christmas wonderland, with Santa as the highlight of the festive season. Enjoy the Atrium Christmas Musical Extravaganza, featuring dancers, vocalists, the National Boys Choir, the Australian Girls Choir, and Santa on the Atrium Stairs.
Santa on the Throne:
Santa will be at the Atrium daily from 1 – 24 December 2024, 11 am – 5 pm. Stop by for a photo and a free candy cane. Photos are free and can be sent directly to your mobile phone. Note: Santa will be on break for 20 minutes at the start of each hour to feed his reindeer.
Date: 1 – 24 December 2024
Time: 11 am – 5 pm
Location: Atrium at Crown Melbourne, 8 Whiteman Street, Southbank VIC
Price: FREE
FREE photos with Santa at Queen Victoria Market
Santa and his elf will be making a special stop at Queen Victoria Market before heading back to the North Pole. As he journeys through the historic sheds, Santa will be spreading Christmas cheer to all. Bring the kids along to meet Santa and share their final wish lists—it’s the perfect festive treat before the big day!
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FREE Santa photos at South Melbourne Market
This December, Santa will be taking a break from his busy schedule to visit South Melbourne Market. Catch him as he strolls through the market, bringing holiday cheer to traders and spreading festive joy to all. It’s the perfect chance to experience the magic of the season while exploring the market!
Date: 22-24 December 2024
Time: 11 am – 1 pm
Location: South Melbourne Market, 322-326 Coventry Street, South Melbourne
Frankston’s Christmas Festival of Lights – Santa photos
Get ready for a magical evening at the Festival of Lights! Santa is making a special stop, so bring your wish lists and cameras to capture a free meet-and-greet with the big man himself. Stay tuned for more details as the event draws closer. Mark your calendars—it’s a one-night-only event you won’t want to miss!
Date: Saturday 30 November 2024
Price: FREE
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Photos with Santa at The Block Arcade
The heritage-listed Block Arcade, built in 1893, is one of Melbourne’s architectural gems and a distinctive shopping destination. This holiday season, capture special moments with Santa under the arcade’s stunning dome. Starting 30 November 2024, Santa will be available for free photos. See dates and times below to ensure you don’t miss Santa.
Date and times:
Saturday 30 Nov: 10 am – 3 pm
Sunday 1 Dec: 10 am – 3 pm
Friday 6 Dec: 10 am – 3 pm
Saturday 7 Dec: 10 am -3 pm
Sunday 8 Dec: 10 am – 3pm
Wednesday 11 Dec: 10 am – 3 pm
Thursday 12 Dec: 10 am – 3pm
Friday 13 Dec: 10 am – 3pm
Saturday 14 Dec: 10 am – 3pm
Sunday 15 Dec: 10 am – 3pm
Monday 16 Dec: 10 am – 3pm
Tuesday 17 Dec: 10 am – 3pm
Wednesday 18 Dec: 10 am – 3pm
Thursday 19 Dec: 10 am – 3pm
Friday 20 Dec:10 am – 3pm
Price: FREE
Santa Photos at Marvel Stadium
Celebrate the festive season at Marvel Stadium’s North Pole experience this December. Stadium Square (Gate 2/3) will be transformed into a magical holiday setting, featuring FREE Santa photos with your favourite AFL club colours, Christmas trees for each team, and festive food and drinks.
Date: 3 – 23 December 2024
Location: Marvel Stadium, 740 Bourke Street, Docklands VIC
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Santa Photos at Dandenong Christmas Market
Santa is making a special stop at the Dandenong Christmas Market on Sunday, 1 December 2024! Bring the family along to capture a free festive photo with Santa and his cheerful elves from 11 am. Kids can also get creative with Christmas card making and stocking decorating while parents explore the market’s holiday offerings.
Date: 1 December 2024
Location: Clow Street &, Cleeland Street, Dandenong VIC
Price: FREE
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We try our best to provide accurate information on kid-friendly events around Victoria but do recommend parents check details directly to confirm dates, times, prices as some details may be subject to change.
