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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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1. 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
2. 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!
Date: 19 – 24 December 2024
Time: 10 am – 2 pm
Location: Queen Vic Markets Queen St, Melbourne
Price: Free
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3. 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
4. Frankston’s Christmas Festival of Lights – Santa’s House photos
Join the magic of the Festival of Lights at Cube 37, Frankston Arts Centre, from 4:30 pm to 9 pm. Santa will be making a special stop, giving you the chance to share your Christmas wishes and snap your own photo with him to take home.
Date: Saturday 30 November 2024
Time: 4.30 pm – 9 pm
Location: Cube 37, Frankston Arts Centre
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5. 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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6. 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
7. Santa Photos on Acland Street
On Sunday, 8 December 2024, from 11 am – 2 pm, enjoy a day of free activities in Acland Plaza and Acland Court Shopping Centre! Acland Plaza will feature free Christmas crafting, festive face painting, and fun photo opportunities with elves and Christmas fairies. At Acland Court Shopping Centre, meet Santa and take your own FREE photos with him.
Date: 8 December 2024
Time: 11 am – 2 pm
Location: Acland Plaza & Acland Court Shopping Centre
Price: FREE
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