🎅 Santa Photos in Orange County 2025: Complete Guide 🎅
🎅 Santa Photos in Orange County 2025
Capture the magic of the season at Orange County’s best Santa photo locations — from cozy mall sets and iconic coastal scenes to family-friendly holiday markets and outdoor tree-lighting celebrations. This updated 2025 guide covers Santa appearances across Orange County. Use this list to plan your annual holiday photos, find pet-friendly Santa nights, and explore festive experiences all season long.
ANAHEIM
🎅 Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel – Santa in the Lobby
Address: 1600 Disneyland Dr., Anaheim, CA
Dates: Approx. Nov 15 – Dec 24
Pet Friendly: ❌
A beautifully decorated hotel-lobby setting perfect for families staying or dining at the resort.
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BREA
🎅 Brea Mall – Center Court Santa
Address: 1065 Brea Mall, Brea, CA 92821
Dates: Nov 7 – Dec 24, 2025
Pet Night: 🐾 Nov 23 · 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM (verified)
Classic indoor Santa experience with professional photos and one dedicated pet-photo night.
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COSTA MESA
🎅 South Coast Plaza – Santa’s Village & The North Pole
Address: 3333 Bristol St., Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Dates: Nov 21 – Dec 24
Pet Friendly: ❌ No
Santa Locations:
Santa’s Village – Level 1, Carousel Court
The North Pole – Level 1, Crate & Barrel / Macy’s Home Store wing
South Coast Plaza offers two beautifully decorated Santa sets beginning November 21, featuring festive backdrops, premium photography, and one of OC’s most iconic holiday displays.
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HUNTINGTON BEACH
🎅 Bella Terra – Holiday Village Santa
Address: 7777 Edinger Ave., Huntington Beach, CA
Dates: Dec 6 – Dec 24
Pet Nights: 🐾 Mondays
A festive outdoor holiday village with a bright, modern Santa set.
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🎅 Pacific City – Santa by the Shore
Address: 21010 Pacific Coast Hwy, Huntington Beach, CA
Dates: Nov 30 – Dec 22 (Weekends Only)
Pet Friendly: 🐾 Yes
A coastal-inspired Santa experience with ocean views.
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🎅 Old World Village Christmas Market – Walk-Around Santa
Address: 7561 Center Ave., Huntington Beach, CA
Dates: Nov 16 – Dec 28
Pet Friendly: 🐾 Yes
European Christmas market with a roaming Santa for casual photos.
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IRVINE
🎅 Irvine Spectrum Center – Santa’s Cabin
Address: 670 Spectrum Center Dr., Irvine, CA
Dates: Nov 28 – Dec 24
Hours: Sat & Sun 12–4 PM + Dec 22–24
Pet Nights: 🐾 Yes
A cozy outdoor cabin beneath the Spectrum’s iconic Christmas tree.
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LAGUNA HILLS
🎅 Laguna Hills Civic Center – Holiday Santa
Address: 24035 El Toro Rd., Laguna Hills, CA
Date: Dec 12 only
Pet Friendly: ❌
A family-friendly Santa event during the city’s annual holiday celebration. Breakfast and Santa Photo’s
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MISSION VIEJO
🎅 The Shops at Mission Viejo – Santa Set
Address: 555 The Shops at Mission Viejo, Mission Viejo, CA
Dates: Nov 15 – Dec 24
Pet Nights: 🐾 Mondays - check schedule
Bring the little ones to sit with Santa and hear favorite holiday stories read aloud by Santa’s Head Elf and Mrs. Claus! Then get a photo ! Happening at the Santa Set on Level 1, near Nordstrom.
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NEWPORT BEACH
🎅 Fashion Island – Santa’s Beach House
Address: 401 Newport Center Dr., Newport Beach, CA
Dates: Nov 21 – Dec 24
Pet Friendly: Unknown / Not specified
OC’s most famous Santa backdrop — beach-inspired, luxe, and beautifully decorated.
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SAN CLEMENTE
🎅 Outlets at San Clemente – Santa Photos
Address: 101 W Avenida Vista Hermosa, San Clemente, CA
Dates: Nov 16 – Dec 24
Santa Paws: 🐾 Dec 6 · 11 AM – 4 PM
Coastal Santa set with a dedicated pet-photo event.
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SANTA ANA
🎅 MainPlace Mall – Santa Set
Address: 2800 N Main St., Santa Ana, CA
Dates: Nov 15 – Dec 24
Pet Nights: 🐾 Mondays
Indoor Santa experience . Bring the whole family (paws and all!) and capture those awe-dorable holiday memories with Santa! ❤️
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🎅 Plaza Navideña – One-Night Santa
Address: Plaza Calle Cuatro, Downtown Santa Ana
Date: Nov 22 only
Pet Friendly: 🐾 Yes
A lively cultural festival with a meet-and-greet Santa.
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TUSTIN
🎅 The District at Tustin Legacy – Santa in the Courtyard
Address: 2437 Park Ave, Tustin, CA
Dates: – Dec 6 only
Pet Friendly: 🐾 Yes
Outdoor Santa courtyard surrounded by lights, décor, and family activities.
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