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Where to Get FREE Santa Photos in Melbourne 2025
Taking a festive photo with Santa is a much-loved Christmas tradition for families across Melbourne. But with the cost of professional photos rising, many parents are searching for where to get FREE Santa photos in Melbourne 2025. To help you make the most of the holiday season, we have rounded up the best places offering free Santa photo opportunities across the city — perfect for creating magical family memories without the price tag.
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1. Santa on the Throne – Crown Melbourne
Celebrate the festive season with your family and meet Santa on The Throne at The Atrium, Crown Melbourne. Capture joyful holiday moments on your phone or device with the help of Santa’s elves.
Santa on The Throne Schedule:
1 – 14 December 2025: 11 am – 5 pm daily
15 – 24 December 2025: 11 am – 8:30 pm daily
Please note: Santa will take 20-minute breaks to tend to his reindeers at 12 pm, 1 pm, 2 pm, 3 pm, 4 pm, 5 pm, 6 pm, and 7:30 pm.
Location: The Atrium, Crown Melbourne, 8 Whiteman Street, Southbank VIC
Price: Free
2. FREE Photos with Santa at Queen Victoria Market
Before heading back to the North Pole, Santa and his elf will make a stop at Queen Victoria Market. They will be roaming through the historic sheds, sharing Christmas cheer and taking free photos with families. It’s a great chance for kids to say hello, share their wish lists, and enjoy the festive atmosphere of the Market.
Dates: Saturday 20 December – Wednesday 24 December 2025
(Excludes Monday 22 December 2025)
Location: Queen Victoria Market, Queen Street, Melbourne
Price: FREE
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3. Santa and His Elf at South Melbourne Market
Santa and his Elf are making a special visit to South Melbourne Market this December. They will be wandering through the aisles, stopping by your favourite traders, and sharing a bit of festive cheer with everyone who crosses their path.
Bring the kids along for a chance to say hello, snap a photo, and enjoy the wonderful atmosphere of the Market during the Christmas season.
Dates: 17, 19, 20 & 23 December 2025
Time: 9 am – 11 am
Location: South Melbourne Market, 322–326 Coventry Street, South Melbourne
Price: FREE
4. Santa’s House – Cube 37, Frankston Arts Centre 2025
Bring your family to Santa’s House at Cube 37, Frankston Arts Centre, and share your Christmas wishes with Santa himself! Capture a free festive photo to take home and treasure the holiday magic.
Date: Saturday, 29 November 2025
Time: 5 pm – 9 pm
Location: Cube 37, Frankston Arts Centre, Frankston VIC
Price: Free
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5. FREE Santa Photos at Dandenong Christmas Market
As part of the 12 Days of Christmas program, kids can meet Santa and capture a festive photo at Dandenong Market on Sunday, 7 December 2025.
No bookings are required, but please note that this popular free event may attract queues, and the line may close before 2 pm.
Date: Sunday 7 December 2025
Time: 10 am – 2 pm
Location: The Bazaar (next to the playground), Clow Street &, Cleeland Street, Dandenong VIC
Price: FREE
6. Santa is coming to St Kilda Esplanade Market
Santa is Coming to St Kilda Esplanade Market on Sunday 21 December 2025. From 10 am to 4 pm, families can meet Santa and his merry elf, share their wish lists, and capture festive photos. Kids can enjoy the Crafty Kids Corner, creating Christmas decorations and baking homemade dog treats with the St Kilda Scouts, while parents explore a handmade gifts market featuring unique treasures from local makers. This free, family-friendly event is a wonderful way to celebrate the holidays, support local creators, and enjoy festive fun together.
Date: Sunday 21 December 2025
Time: 10 am – 4 pm
Location: St Kilda Esplanade
Price: FREE
7. Meet Santa at Acland Plaza
Celebrate Christmas in Acland on Saturday, 6 December 2025, from 11 am to 2 pm with the Acland Village Traders for a fun, family-friendly festive event. Enjoy free Christmas crafting, festive face painting, and free photo opportunities with Santa and his Elves and Christmas fairies in Acland Plaza.
Date: Saturday 6 December 2025
Time: 11 am – 2 pm
Location: 158 Acland Street, St Kilda
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.
