Places To See Santa In Memphis
Where to find this Jolly Ol' Guy in the Bluff City
Santa Claus stays plenty busy during the Christmas season in Memphis attending events and setting up shop at local venues for visits and photos.
If you’re looking to take the kids (or yourself) to see Santa in Memphis and the Midsouth, here are plenty of events and locations where you can find him.
Zoo Lights
Santa Claus stops by the Memphis Zoo during Zoo Lights, open select nights now til January 4. Zoo Lights includes holiday light displays, crafts, and more. Your visit with Santa is included in the cost of admission ($20 non-members) and professional photos are available for an additional fee. Activities like the Ferris Wheel and ice skating can be enjoyed for additional fees.
Enchanted Forest at The Pink Palace
Take the family to this Memphis Christmas tradition featuring a snow-covered village, uniquely decorated trees, cuddly-stuffed penguins, singing reindeer, and a visit with Santa. Tickets to the Enchanted Forest are $7 for adults and $6 for kids and seniors, and the event is open now til December 29. In years past, Santa was only around until Christmas Eve and photo packages started at $10.
Bass Pro Shop at the Memphis Pyramid
Travel to Santa’s Wonderland at the Bass Pro Pyramid through Christmas Eve for plenty of activities, crafts, and fun for the kids. It’s free to experience this holiday event at Bass Pro and have your kids or pets take pictures with Santa Claus, but space is limited and you need to grab a free "Bass Pass" to save your spot. See the schedule.
Santa on Beale Street
This is a free amazing outdoor holiday experience on December 6th & 13th from 5 pm-7 pm on Beale Street. Free pictures with Santa will be available on Facebook next day @bealestreet-memphis.
Starry Nights at Shelby Farms Park
After you drive through the million-plus twinkling lights at Shelby Farm Park’s Starry Nights displays, stop in to Mistletoe Village for more holiday fun. Santa will be in his workshopfrom December 12-15 during Starry Nights hours. For a regular night, Starry Nights tickets are $34.95 if you buy online advance or $40 cash at the gate. Tickets vary in price depending on when you go and how you pay. Photo packages are priced separately. Leashed pets and kids are welcome to take photos with Santa.
Wolfchase Galleria
Wolfchase Galleria Mall hosts Santa Claus for visits and photos in Memphis daily from morning until evening starting now through Christmas Eve.
The Shops of Saddle Creek
At the Shops of Saddle Creek in Germantown, you can take free photos with Santa on weekends in December. You'll get a printed and a digital copy. Friendly, leashed pets are welcome to take photos with Santa, too.
Christmas In Collierville
The Town of Collierville will host a holiday celebration in the town square on Saturdays now til December 21. Head to the gazebo for Photos With Santa from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. each day, plus plenty of other activities like carriage rides, caroling, and more.
Cedar Hill Farm
Take a little trip to Cedar Hill Farm in Hernando, Mississippi on weekends now til Christmas to enjoy (selfie-like) photos and a southern brunch or dinner with Santa. There are very limited hours available just for Santa visits and photos. Here's where to reserve.
Special Events To See Santa In Memphis
Santa’s Winter Wonderland | Douglass Community Center
December 14
Enjoy a fun-filled celebration of live author read-alouds, photos with Santa, ice skating, food trucks, and more! We encourage all participants to wear pajamas.
Breakfast with Santa | Fire Museum
December 14
The museum is hosting Breakfast with Santa featuring a catered breakfast of pancakes, bacon/sausage, fruit, chocolate chips, whipped cream, juice and coffee, photos with Santa by professional photographer Roger Cotton. Santa will arrive by Firetruck at 8 a.m. The first breakfast service will be from 8:15 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. with subsequent services at 9:15 a.m. and 10:15 a.m. There are only 120 tickets available for each seating.
Cookies with Santa | Memphis Public Libraries Whitehaven Branch
December 16
Get ready to enjoy delicious cookies, share your holiday wishes, and take a special photo with Santa! Come in your favorite holiday outfit and let’s make some merry memories together.
Pizza with Santa | Aldo’s Pizza Pies
December 14
Saint Nick's favorite tradition returns to Downtown Memphis - bring the family for this celebration.
The Walrus Holiday Show: Bad Santa Party | Swanky’s Taco Shop
December 21
WALRUS bringing the old school college rock to East Memphis this holiday season.
December 21
Santa Paws is making a pit stop at the pub to visit your four-legged friends! Pups can have their photos taken with Santa and enjoy pup cups, doggy cocktails and $1 off Doggy Burgers. Dress them in their finest ugly sweater for a chance to win a prize!
Brunch with Santa | Belly Acres- Regalia
December 21
Enjoy a special brunch menu and free kids’ Belly Shakes with the purchase of an entrée plus photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus. Don’t miss this magical holiday event for the whole family!
Let me know your favorite place or events to visit and take photos with Santa in Memphis in the comments!
Bobbie Jean Hudson
I AM 27 - 28 AND I LOVE SANTA BUT YES MOST DEFINITELY CHECKING OUT THE STARRY LIGHTS ON THE 23RD! YAY CHIHUAHUAS WELCOME!! WHAT ABOUT OVERSIZED ONES? :)
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