๐ŸŽ… Santa Photos in Orange County 2025: Complete Guide ๐ŸŽ…

๐ŸŽ… Santa Photos in Orange County 2025

Capture the magic of the season at Orange Countyโ€™s best Santa photo locations โ€” 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

๐ŸŽ… Disneyโ€™s Grand Californian Hotel โ€“ Santa in the Lobby

Address: 1600 Disneyland Dr., Anaheim, CA
Dates: Approx. Nov 15 โ€“ Dec 24
Pet Friendly: โŒ
A beautifully decorated hotel-lobby setting perfect for families staying or dining at the resort.

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BREA

๐ŸŽ… Brea Mall โ€“ Center Court Santa

Address: 1065 Brea Mall, Brea, CA 92821
Dates: Nov 7 โ€“ Dec 24, 2025
Pet Night: ๐Ÿพ Nov 23 ยท 7:30 PM โ€“ 9:00 PM (verified)
Classic indoor Santa experience with professional photos and one dedicated pet-photo night.

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COSTA MESA

๐ŸŽ… South Coast Plaza โ€“ Santaโ€™s Village & The North Pole

Address: 3333 Bristol St., Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Dates: Nov 21 โ€“ Dec 24
Pet Friendly: โŒ No
Santa Locations:

  • Santaโ€™s Village โ€“ Level 1, Carousel Court

  • The North Pole โ€“ Level 1, Crate & Barrel / Macyโ€™s Home Store wing

South Coast Plaza offers two beautifully decorated Santa sets beginning November 21, featuring festive backdrops, premium photography, and one of OCโ€™s most iconic holiday displays.

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HUNTINGTON BEACH

๐ŸŽ… Bella Terra โ€“ Holiday Village Santa

Address: 7777 Edinger Ave., Huntington Beach, CA
Dates: Dec 6 โ€“ Dec 24
Pet Nights: ๐Ÿพ Mondays
A festive outdoor holiday village with a bright, modern Santa set.

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๐ŸŽ… Pacific City โ€“ Santa by the Shore

Address: 21010 Pacific Coast Hwy, Huntington Beach, CA
Dates: Nov 30 โ€“ Dec 22 (Weekends Only)
Pet Friendly: ๐Ÿพ Yes
A coastal-inspired Santa experience with ocean views.

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๐ŸŽ… Old World Village Christmas Market โ€“ Walk-Around Santa

Address: 7561 Center Ave., Huntington Beach, CA
Dates: Nov 16 โ€“ Dec 28
Pet Friendly: ๐Ÿพ Yes
European Christmas market with a roaming Santa for casual photos.

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IRVINE

๐ŸŽ… Irvine Spectrum Center โ€“ Santaโ€™s Cabin

Address: 670 Spectrum Center Dr., Irvine, CA
Dates: Nov 28 โ€“ Dec 24
Hours: Sat & Sun 12โ€“4 PM + Dec 22โ€“24
Pet Nights: ๐Ÿพ Yes
A cozy outdoor cabin beneath the Spectrumโ€™s iconic Christmas tree.

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LAGUNA HILLS

๐ŸŽ… Laguna Hills Civic Center โ€“ Holiday Santa

Address: 24035 El Toro Rd., Laguna Hills, CA
Date: Dec 12 only
Pet Friendly: โŒ
A family-friendly Santa event during the cityโ€™s annual holiday celebration. Breakfast and Santa Photoโ€™s

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MISSION VIEJO

๐ŸŽ… The Shops at Mission Viejo โ€“ Santa Set

Address: 555 The Shops at Mission Viejo, Mission Viejo, CA
Dates: Nov 15 โ€“ Dec 24
Pet Nights: ๐Ÿพ Mondays - check schedule
Bring the little ones to sit with Santa and hear favorite holiday stories read aloud by Santaโ€™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

๐ŸŽ… Fashion Island โ€“ Santaโ€™s Beach House

Address: 401 Newport Center Dr., Newport Beach, CA
Dates: Nov 21 โ€“ Dec 24
Pet Friendly: Unknown / Not specified
OCโ€™s most famous Santa backdrop โ€” beach-inspired, luxe, and beautifully decorated.

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SAN CLEMENTE

๐ŸŽ… Outlets at San Clemente โ€“ Santa Photos

Address: 101 W Avenida Vista Hermosa, San Clemente, CA
Dates: Nov 16 โ€“ Dec 24
Santa Paws: ๐Ÿพ Dec 6 ยท 11 AM โ€“ 4 PM
Coastal Santa set with a dedicated pet-photo event.

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SANTA ANA

๐ŸŽ… MainPlace Mall โ€“ Santa Set

Address: 2800 N Main St., Santa Ana, CA
Dates: Nov 15 โ€“ Dec 24
Pet Nights: ๐Ÿพ Mondays
Indoor Santa experience . Bring the whole family (paws and all!) and capture those  awe-dorable holiday memories with Santa! โค๏ธ

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๐ŸŽ… Plaza Navideรฑa โ€“ One-Night Santa

Address: Plaza Calle Cuatro, Downtown Santa Ana
Date: Nov 22 only
Pet Friendly: ๐Ÿพ Yes
A lively cultural festival with a meet-and-greet Santa.

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TUSTIN

๐ŸŽ… The District at Tustin Legacy โ€“ Santa in the Courtyard

Address: 2437 Park Ave, Tustin, CA
Dates: โ€“ Dec 6 only
Pet Friendly: ๐Ÿพ Yes
Outdoor Santa courtyard surrounded by lights, dรฉcor, and family activities.


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