Looking for the best places to find Santa in Nashville? Let us help — we’ve put together this list just for you. We love a good picture of our kiddos with the Big Guy as much as the next mama (crying or not). So get them in their jammies, that cute Christmas outfit you put together, or just grab ’em and run to the location nearest you. (And don’t forget — Santa can send your little one texts too!)
Where to Find Santa in Nashville
November 7th – December 24th
Park and enter at Entry 2, Santa will be waiting in between Coach and Ann Taylor.
*Pet photos is November 23rd
*Caring Santa (sensory friendly event) is December 7th
Santa’s Wonderland at Bass Pro Shop, Opry Mills
November 1 – December 24th
Experience the magic of Christmas at Santa’s Wonderland, reservations recommended
FREE 4×6 photo
November 7-December 24
Friday-Sunday 10 a.m. -2 p.m. & 3 p.m.-8 p.m.
Monday-Thursday 12 p.m.-4 p.m. & 4:30 p.m.-8 p.m.
*November 27th, December 13-24th – 10am-2 p.m. & 3 p.m.-8 p.m.
Know Before You Go:
- Event location is in Delta Atrium
- Additional fees for parking are not included in admission, and charges will apply.
- Personal photography is not permitted.
- Please arrive 5 minutes prior to scheduled time.
- Optional ticket insurance is available for purchase.
- Overnight guests are permitted to change or cancel their attraction tickets at no charge up to 5 days prior to the event. For cancel or change requests, please reply to this ticket confirmation email prior to your current event date.
- Tickets purchased by day guests are non-refundable. You may be able to exchange your tickets for a different date by responding to this confirmation email. Your requests must be made prior to your current event date.
- Our resort is cashless throughout your experience.
- Other restrictions may apply.
Santa at Cool Springs Galleria
November 8 – December 24
Visit Santa in the Center Court, lower level
- Monday – Thursday: 11am – 7pm, Friday – Saturday: 10am – 8pm, Sunday: 12pm – 6pm
*Please note: Santa takes a break to feed the reindeer from 3pm to 4pm on Monday thru Thursday, 1pm to 2pm and 5pm to 5:45pm on Friday & Saturday, and 2:30pm to 3pm on Sunday. - Pet photos with Santa: Mondays through December 15th
- Black Santa Days: November 20th – 24th, December 4th – 8th
Santa’s Flight Academy at The Mall at Green Hills
November 8th – December 24th
Upper level near Macy’s
This event is FREE, but you must reserve your ticket. See website for information and tickets.
*Black Santa November 18th – 19th, December 6th – 7th
*Santa Paws November 16th, December 23rd
*Sensory Santa December 7th.
Milk & Cookie Pictures with Santa at Kid’s Corner
November 9th, 12 – 2p
2705 Old Fort Pkwy Suite K, Murfreesboro
Make magical moments with Santa at Kids Corner! Each household will need only one ticket, and you will receive 3-5 fully edited, high resolution digital images. This year we are excited to use Shanda Spitzer Photography for our photos.
The Big Event Pictures with Santa 2025
November 15th-December 23rd
2226 N Mt Juliet Rd, Mt. Juliet
Join us for a Christmas tradition full of joy, laughter, and unforgettable memories—10 years in the making! Capture the joy and wonder of the season as your little ones share their wish lists and smiles with Santa. Expect laughter, excitement, and unforgettable memories. Book your session now and make this holiday season truly special. Walk-ins are welcome anytime, and appointments can be made!
December 6, 13, 14, 20, 21
Saturday seating times: 10:30 am, 12:00 pm, 1:30 pm, 3:00 pm, & 4:30 pm
Sunday seating times: 1:30 pm, 3:00 pm, & 4:30 pm
Christmas Event Activities Include:
- A festive holiday atmosphere including music, merriment, and fun photo ops to capture the spirit of the season
- Cookie decorating
- A cup of hot cocoa or iced-cold milk
- Make a bag of reindeer food to have ready for Christmas eve
- Meet Santa and Mrs. Clause
- Take a picture with Santa (bring your camera or phone to snap the photo)
- Enjoy story time with Mrs. Claus
- Receive a commemorative Christmas ornament
Ticket Options:
- Cookies & Cocoa with Santa (Ages 2+) – $20
- Cookies & Cocoa with Santa (Infant/Toddler – Under Age 2) – $12
- Cookies & Cocoa with Santa” -AND- Holly Jolly Festival of Lights Combo (Ages 2+) – $36
2025 Season Pass Members save $4 off each “Cookies & Cocoa with Santa” ticket and $8 off a combo ticket!
Tickets are priced per person.
Santa at the Nashville Farmers Market
December 6th, 10a – 2p
Join us for a FREE day of holiday fun, including free pictures with SANTA! On Saturday, December 6 from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., you’ll find free pictures with Santa, crafts, cookies and caroling at the TN State Museum, live music, handcrafted gifts from local vendors, seasonal specials, winter produce, baked goods and more! The event is free, and parking is also free.
Photos with Santa at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum
December 20th, 10:00a – 12p
The Museum Store, 222 Rep. John Lewis Way S., Nashville
Saturday, December 20th, from 10:00 AM to noon, bring the whole family to The Museum Store, where they can take free photos with Santa Claus on the Gretsch stage. Plus, check those final names off your list—browse records, apparel, books, and instruments at The Museum Store or shop handmade holiday décor and stationary from Hatch Show Print.
Please consider adding The Big Event to your list of places to get pictures with Santa.
Santa Photos at The Big Event Photo Studio
Bring your family to The Big Event Photo Studio at 2226 N Mt Juliet Rd (in the gray building) for a memorable Santa photo experience without the hassle of the mall. We’re open November 17 to December 23: Tuesday to Friday 3-8 pm, Saturday and Sunday 12-8 pm, and open Monday, December 23. Walk-ins are welcome anytime, and appointments can be made! Pets are welcome every Tuesday!
For more details and examples see our Facebook page @TheBigEventPhotoStudio and our website http://www.thebigevent.us
Santa will be at Skydeck on Broadway for free every Saturday until Christmas starting on November 30th from 3 – 5PM at their Christmas Market. https://www.assemblyfoodhall.com/christmas-market/
If you are LOOKING for a Santa to hire for Home Parties, Christmas Eve or Christmas morning Santa handing out presents. Or any event or photo sessions. I am available. visit http://www.TheNashvilleSanta.com to schedule your time. Lots of references. Thank you and God Bless.
Santa is also at the Nashville zoo during their Zoolumination from the day after thanksgiving until Christmas Eve. Santa’s hours are from five o’clock PM until nine o’clock PM.