Ho ho ho! If you are looking to get great Santa pictures in New Jersey, have we got a listing for you.
The photo of the kids on Santa’s lap – it’s almost a parental requirement right? Maybe your kids just can’t wait to tell him their list, maybe they won’t go within 10 feet of him. What’s for sure is you’re going to see Santa in LOTS of places this season.
We’ve compiled this list of places to get Santa pictures in New Jersey so that this year you can keep with the traditional or go for the unique. There are so many fun ideas for local Santa photos from donut shops to airplanes. Keep reading and mark your calendar and of course, don’t forget your list!
To have your New Jersey Christmas events with Santa or Santa events advertised on this listing, please visit our event submission form.

Want a different kind of experience when you take your Santa photos in New Jersey this year? Try these locations offering unique Santa pictures in New Jersey.
We’re currently updating this for Christmas 2023. Save this and check back often for updates.
Highlighted boxes are still being updated for 2023. The majority of those locations will offer photos with Santa this year, but we are confirming the details.
To view opportunities for Santa photos in New Jersey by date please scroll to almost the end of this guide where we present the events all together in a calendar listing.
Get Unique Santa Photos in New Jersey at these local businesses
Find a unique Santa
We know it can be hard to find a Black Santa or a Santa sensitive to the needs of a child with emotional, physical, or social challenges. Here’s what we’ve located so far.
Black Santas in New Jersey
- OS Picnics is hosting Cookies with Black Santa events in Matawan on December 11, 2022.
- Black Santa’s Workshop in West Orange is offering several events and photo sessions where children can meet with a Black Santa including a Breakfast with Santa.
- The Sistah Shop New Jersey is hosting Photos with Black Santa in Elizabeth on December 10, 11, 17, and 18, 2022.

Caring Sensitive Santas in New Jersey
For more information about any of these Santas please visit the lower section of this guide where we discuss Santas at New Jersey malls and shopping centers.
- Sensory Santa: Visit Santa in a sensory-friendly environment at the Bergen Town Center, exclusively for children & families with special needs. Reservations are required for this private photo experience on Monday, December 5, 2022 – 8:45 – 9:45 am.
- Caring Santa is available by appointment at Rockaway Townsquare on December 14th, 2022 for private visits from 9 to 10:30 am.
- Sensory-Friendly Santa Visits at Woodbridge Center – December 4, 2022 and December 11, 2022 from 9 – 11 am. Reservations are required. The Greenway Family Success Center, of Fords, will be on location during the morning to do holiday crafts with the children and families while you wait for your visit.
- Santa Cares Day is on December 4, 2022. These are sensory-friendly photo times for children with special needs before the mall opens. These locations are participating and highly recommend guests reserve times in advance.
- Willowbrook Mall from 9 to 10 am
- The Mall at Short Hills on Sunday, December 4, 2022 from 9 – 10:30 am – There will be a special sensory-friendly Santa experience at Santa’s Flight Academy in Grand Court. Individuals and their families are invited to a private photo session where extra care is taken to support the sensory, physical, and other developmental needs to make this a magical holiday experience. Lights and music will be turned down to help create a calming environment.
- Quakerbridge Mall from 9 am to 10:30 am
- Brunswick Square Mall from 9 am to 10:30 am
- Menlo Park Mall from 9 am to 10:30 am
- Freehold Raceway Mall from 9 am to 10:30 am
- Hamilton Mall from 10:30 am to 11:30 am
- Deptford Mall from 9:00 am to 10:30 am
- Ocean County Mall from 8:30 am to 10:30 am
Go to Santa Claus’ home.
Is that even possible? Can we take our kids to visit Santa’s residence without leaving New Jersey? Apparently, we can! Check out these New Jersey towns that have transformed their parks into the North Pole or Toy Workshop for Santa pictures.
Santa’s Viking Christmas Village in Barnegat Light
A visit to Barnegat Light’s Historic Viking Village will take you back in time to the early days of a quaint fishing village. Visit at Christmas time for a fun day for the family!
Christmas Visit with Santa at Toy Land in Jackson Township
It’s a winter wonderland where children are invited to visit with Santa, get their face painted, receive a toy, and enjoy refreshments. It’s happening in December at the Jackson Township Senior Center.
Christmas Visit with Santa in Jefferson Township
Come see how the Jefferson Township Parks Crew has transformed Camp Jefferson into the North Pole and have a visit with Santa, Mrs. Claus and Rudolph. Admission is free.
More Winter Wonderlands with Santa
Here are a few more Christmas wonderlands in New Jersey that Santa will visit this year. Some will last multiple days or weekends and some will just last one or two days. Click on the event title for our event listing with more details.
- Christmas Winter Wonderland Festival in Rahway
- Christmas Winter Wonderland in Wildwood at Holly Beach
- Union Township Christmas Festival
- Winter Village at the Ludlam
- Christmas Celebration in Waterford Township
- Christmas Dickens Village in Maplewood
- Christmas Winter Village in Sea Isle City at the Ludlam
- Fairfield Christmas Tree Lighting and Winter Wonderland
See Santa Fly!
Have your kids ever wanted to see Santa Claus fly? Across New Jersey, Santa visits airports and museums flying in not with his sleigh, but in helicopters and airplanes. Take a look at where you can go in New Jersey for these unique Santa pictures.
- Santa will be flying into New Milford on December 3, 2022. For more information visit our listing for the New Milford Santa Fly In Landing.
Visit with Santa at the Farm
Are there farms at the North Pole? Maybe that’s where the magical Christmas trees grow? Well, the North Pole has nothing on these New Jersey farms that will host Santa in 2022.
- Christmas Pictures with Santa Wyckoff at Abma’s Farm 2022 – Enjoy a visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus. Bring your own camera and the farm staff will take your photo!.
- Elmer Christmas Tractor Parade with Santa and Friends at Coombs Barnyard 2022 – Bring your friends and family for a Winter Tractor Parade along with a special visit from Santa Claus on November 26, 2022.
- Santa will be visiting Alstede Farms on Saturdays and Sundays for December 2022. Purchase tickets for Brunch with Santa on their website.
- Visit with Santa for free at Johnson’s Corner Farm throughout the month of December. Visit the website to see times. Tickets can also be purchased online for their light show hayride and other seasonal activities. Our family has visited multiple times and we enjoy seeing the lights on the lake, the bonfire and the hayrides decked out with lights.
- Get close to some cute alpacas while you also get a visit for Santa at the Morning Glori Farmette. Tickets are $50 for a family session with Santa or $75 for one with professional photographer shots. Events are December 1 and 10, 2022.
Santa of course wants to check in on the Christmas tree farms, and he’ll be at the following:
- Santa is coming to the Lazy Susan Tree Farm in Robbinsville on Saturday, November 26, 2022,
- from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm!
Santa Visits the Zoo
Farm animals aren’t the only animals to get attention from Santa Claus. Santa loves to visit New Jersey zoos too.
- The Turtle Back Zoo has a Holiday Lights Spectacular. It is free. The lights are on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays starting November 18 – December 11. Then they are available nightly from December 16-23, 2022. There are Meet and Greets with Santa on select dates. It is free and there are optional professional photos to purchase.
- 5 pm – 8:30 pm
- Fridays, Saturdays, & Sundays
- November 18 – 20
- November 25 – 27
- December 2 – 4
- December 9 – 11
- Nightly: December 16 – 23
- During the Cape May Court House Tree Lighting Ceremony and Celebration at Cape May County Park and Zoo, Santa will be there to take photos with guests.
More chances for Santa photos in the Great Outdoors of New Jersey!
From the farms to the parks, from the beaches to the boardwalks. Santa loves being outdoors!
Santa Photos at the Jersey Shore
- Christmas Festival in Point Pleasant Beach – Join Point Pleasant Beach in celebrating the holidays with a variety of live entertainment, cozy winter snacks, reindeer rides, Santa, and so much more to enjoy with friends and family!
- Snowfest Saturday in Avalon – Snowfest Saturday returns to Avalon after a two-year hiatus. Santa Claus himself will be on hand for photos with the youngsters, and families can enjoy bounce houses, carnival rides, obstacle courses, and more!
- Christmas at the Mansion in Somers Point – Shore Local in partnership with the Patriots of the Somers Mansion present the 2nd Annual Christmas at the Mansion. A holiday extravaganza including local merchants, food trucks, live music, elves wrapping station, kids activities and of course Santa!
- More Jersey Shore photos with Santa
- Christmas Photos with Santa in Ocean City
- Christmas Photos with Santa in Point Pleasant Beach
- Christmas Visit with Santa in Spring Lake
- Christmas Visit with Santa in Tuckerton
- Christmas Celebration in Margate City
- Christmas Winter Wonderland in Wildwood at Holly Beach
- Christmas Party with Santa in Beach Haven
Santa Photos in Nature
- During the 2022 Christmas Nature Walks with Santa in Barnegat, Santa and his helpers will read a few stories to the children before taking them on a short ¼-mile nature exploration walk!
- Rancocas Nature Center hosts Santa Quest on December 3, 2022. Pre-registration is required. Tickets are $30 per family and $9 per person for members. They are $40 per family and $11 per person for non-members. Lorelei’s kids loved hiking the trail last year and finding clues such as a trail of flour to find Santa. Back at the visitor’s center, there will be hot chocolate, a campfire, and a bake sale.
- There will be a Victorian Holiday Celebration at Smithville Park on December 10, 2022. Santa will arrive by horse-drawn carriage and there will be photo opportunities. There will be carolers dressed in Victorian attire, Elf Hunt in the Mansion Maze, a synthetic ice skating rink, s’mores and more.
- There will be Christmas in Whitesbog Village on December 3, 2022. There will be pictures with Santa that people can register for with the Pemberton Recreation Department. There is free admission and free activities such as a candy cane hike, handmade gift vendors, wagon rides, and jam and chocolate tastings as well.
- Enjoy special character sightings along your walk when you join in the Christmas Trail with Santa in North Brunswick.
- Christmas Celebration in Toms River at Cattus Island County Park
- Christmas at the Sanctuary with Santa in Cedarville
Ride Santa Ride
- Santa will be at Liberty Harley Davidson in Rahway for photos on December 10th, 2022. Get photos with Santa on a Harley. Dogs are welcome.
- PATCO’s Santa’s Silver Sleigh is a fun ride on December 3, 2022. The train is decorated, Santa visits all the riders and you end up in Philadelphia where there is SO much Christmas fun to be had! Find out more in our calendar event.
- On December 3, 2022 take a Christmas Trolley Ride with Santa in West Orange. Guests can enjoy a guided trolley tour with Mayor Parisi and Township Officials through the Historic Downtown.
- On December 17, 2022, bike with Santa at Hudson County Park in Bayonne. Learn more in our Skateboard and Bike with Santa in Bayonne event listing.
- December 18, 2022 Join the Christmas Trolley Rides with Santa in Barrington.
- Visit our guide to New Jersey Christmas Train Rides with Santa for details on local Polar Expresses and other train rides with Santa.

Skate with Santa
Santa lives at the North Pole so of course, he knows how to ice skate! He can roller skate too. He’s got to work off all those cookies, right? In New Jersey, this December kids can not only get Santa photos but they can also skate with Santa. Many New Jersey skating rinks will host Santa Claus for a visit this holiday season, here’s some we know about for 2022.
Santa’s skating (and bumping) in Ocean County too! On December 14 strap on some skates or rent a bumper car at Ocean Ice Palace in Brick and do some figure 8s with Santa, Mrs. Claus, and more.- Skate with Santa at Ice Land, Saturday, December 3, 2022! Public Skating is from 12:45 – 2:45 pm. Santa will be there from 1:30 – 2:45 pm on the ice. Tickets are for sale at the door. Take your own photos with Santa on the ice.
- On December 10, 2022, skateboard with Santa at 1st Street Skate Park in Bayonne. Learn more in our Skateboard and Bike with Santa in Bayonne event listing.
Santa Visits a Winery
On cold days a visit with Santa indoors may sound like a nice idea. These wineries offer some indoor visit opportunities with Santa and they both have food options for purchase there as well.
- The Renault Winery Resort has a Christmas storytime with Santa and fresh baked cookies from the in house pastry chef. There will be an opportunity for pictures with Santa afterwards. 2022 Tickets are $12 a person and can be purchased online for December 8th, 15th, 17th and 22nd.
Santa Visits Kid Play Areas
For younger kids, a great way to get some great Santa photos is to combine them with a visit to a playspace.
- Santa will visit Peek a Boo Playground in Medford for A Very Merry Open Play on December 7, 2022. Register on their website for this.
Craft with Santa
More details coming soon on additional opportunities to create and craft with Santa.
Pajama Parties with Santa
Sometimes you just need a pajama day. Santa does too. Check out these pajama parties with Santa in New Jersey.
Swim with Santa
Swim with Santa in Millville
Santa won’t just be at the beach, he’ll be taking a swim at some community pools too. The City of Millville and the Holly City Family Center have secured a spot with Santa during his busiest time of the year to go swimming with families!
Santa on horses
Kids love Santa! Kids love horses! Frenchtown Riding Club is putting both together for Christmas Photos with Santa and the Horses in Frenchtown. In addition to pictures with Santa and the horses, there will be sweet treats and holiday music.
Play Ball with Santa
A few more unique ways and places to hang with Santa for photos in New Jersey
- Looking for a more outdoorsy experience? If you haven’t visited the Atlantic City Bass Pro Shop’s Santa Wonderland this is a great time for a visit. Santa will be there until December 24, 2023. Reservations are strongly encouraged. Check for the Atlantic City Bass Pro Shop Santa schedule.
5 Traditional Places to Get Great Santa Pictures in New Jersey
Stop while you shop for Santa Claus photos at these New Jersey Malls and Shopping Centers
It’s the classic way to get your wish to the North Pole, right? You’re shopping for presents and there’s the big guy, sitting there waiting to listen. Mall Santas today are very different from the past, with walk through adventures and reservations, but the feeling your kids will get is the same one that you did when you whispered your list to him. Check out special hours for children with autism, pets, and fun clothing themes.
North Jersey malls and shopping centers that offer Santa photos
Bergen County Malls with Santa Photos
- The Shops at Riverside – The Shops at Riverside Santa is available daily except Sundays.
- Santa arrived at The Shops at Riverside on November 18, 2022.
- Paramus Park Mall – The Paramus Park Mall Santa is available daily. Reservations are encouraged.
- Santa has already arrived at the Paramus Park Mall for the 2022 Christmas season.
- Santa Paws Dog Photo Nights: These are from 4 to 7 pm on Mondays.
- Westfield Garden State Plaza – Reservations are recommended to skip the line. Santa is available 11 am – 7 pm daily except Sundays.
- Santa has already arrived at the Garden State Plaza.
- Santa Paws Dog Photo Nights: These are from 4 to 7 pm on Mondays.
- Bergen Town Center – Visit with Santa to take a holiday photo and tell him all your wishes! He’ll be there till Christmas Eve.
- Santa arrived at Bergen Town Center on November 18, 2022.
- Santa Paws Dog Photo Nights: November 28, December 5 & 12, 2022.
- Sensory Santa: Visit Santa in a sensory-friendly environment, exclusively for children & families with special needs. Reservations are required for this private photo experience on Monday, December 5, 2022 – 8:45 – 9:45 am.

Essex County Malls with Santa Photos
- Livingston Mall – The Livingston Mall’s Santa is available daily for 2022. Reservations are required. Hours vary and can be seen on the website.
- Santa arrives at Livingston Mall on November 23, 2022.
- The Mall at Short Hills – Santa’s Flight Academy 2022 is open daily during select mall hours. Registration is recommended. After the visit kids can join Santa’s flight crew. They will be fitted for a virtual flight suit and help him to deliver presents. Masks are optional but recommended before and after your visit. There is an option to sit with Santa or remain socially distanced. All photo staff employees will be masked. There will be hand sanitizer and heightened cleaning protocols in place as well.
- Santa arrives at The Mall at Short Hills on November 10, 2022.
- Sensory Santa: There will be a special sensory-friendly Santa experience at Santa’s Flight Academy in Grand Court on Sunday, December 4, 2022 from 9 – 10:30 am. Individuals and their families are invited to a private photo session where extra care is taken to support the sensory, physical, and other developmental needs to make this a magical holiday experience. Lights and music will be turned down to help create a calming environment.

Hudson County Malls with Santa Photos
- Newport Centre Mall – The Newport Centre Mall’s Santa is available daily. Reservations are required.
- Santa arrives at Newport Centre Mall on November 18, 2022.
Morris County Malls with Santa Photos
- Rockaway Townsquare – The Rockaway Townsquare Santa is available daily except Thanksgiving. Pre-booking a reservation is encouraged as walk-ups are only if space is available.
- Santa arrived at Rockaway Townsquare on October 18, 2022.
- Caring Santa is available by appointment on December 14th, 2022 for private visits from 9 to 10:30 am.
Passaic County Malls with Santa Photos
- Willowbrook Mall – The Willowbrook Mall Santa is available daily at various hours. Reservations are encouraged.
- Santa has already arrived at the Willowbrook Mall for the 2022 season.
- Santa Paws Dog Photo Nights: Mondays from 4 to 7 pm.
- Santa Cares Day is on December 4, 2022, from 9 to 10 am. These are sensory-friendly photo times for children with special needs before the mall opens.
Union County Malls with Santa Photos
- The Mills at Jersey Gardens – The Mills at Jersey Gardens Santa is available daily except Thanksgiving. Reservations are required.
- Santa arrives at The Mills at Jersey Gardens on November 23, 2022.

Central Jersey malls and shopping centers that offer Santa photos
Mercer County Malls with Santa Photos
- Quakerbridge Mall – The Quakerbridge Mall Santa is available daily during select mall hours. Reservations are required.
- Santa arrived at Quakerbridge Mall on November 18, 2022.
- Santa Paws Dog Photo Night is on December 11, 2022.
- Caring Santa is at the mall on December 4, 2022 from 9 to 10:30 am for children with special needs.
- MarketFair – Make a visit reservation beforehand. We have done photos here in years past and it is a really quick walk to see Santa and there is usually not a long line.
- Santa arrives at MarketFair on November 25, 2022. There is a Santa arrival party on November 25.
- Santa Paws Dog Photo Nights: Sundays from 3 to 7 pm.

Middlesex County Malls with Santa Photos
- Brunswick Square Mall
- Sensitive Santa is available on December 4, 2022, from 9 to 10:30 am with free registration. RSVP in advance.
- Santa Paws Dog Photo Nights: Select Mondays 5 – 7 pm.
- Menlo Park Mall – The Menlo Park Mall Santa is available daily. Reservations are required.
- Santa arrives at Menlo Park Mall on November 10, 2022.
- Santa Paws Dog Photo Night: December 11, 2022.
- Caring Santa is at the mall on December 4, 2022 from 9 – 10:30 am.
- Woodbridge Center – The Woodbridge Center Santa is available daily. Reservations are encouraged.
- Santa arrived at Woodbridge Center on November 11, 2022.
- Santa Paws Dog Photo Night: Mondays
- Sensory-Friendly Santa Visits at Woodbridge Center – December 4, 2022 and December 11, 2022 from 9 – 11 am. Reservations are required. The Greenway Family Success Center, of Fords, will be on location during the morning to do holiday crafts with the children and families while you wait for your visit.

Monmouth County Malls with Santa Photos
- Freehold Raceway Mall – The Freehold Raceway Mall Santa is available select days and times through Christmas Eve. Reservations are available.
- Santa arrives at Freehold Raceway Mall on November 10, 2022.
- Santa Paws Dog Photos: Mondays, November 14, 21, 28 & December 5 from 4 to 7 pm
- Santa Cares: Sunday, December 4th from 9 to 10:30 am
- Monmouth Mall – The Monmouth Mall Santa is available daily. Reservations are required.
- Santa has arrived at Monmouth Mall for 2022.
- Santa Paws Dog Photos: 11/21, 11/28 & 12/5, 12/12 in 2022. 5 pm – 7 pm
- Jersey Shore Premium Outlets
- Santa is not visiting the Jersey Shore Premium Outlets at this time.
Somerset County Malls with Santa Photos
- Bridgewater Commons – The Bridgewater Commons Safe Santa Experience is available daily. until Christmas Eve. Reservations are required.
- Santa arrives at Bridgewater Commons on November 12, 2022.
- Sensory Santa Days are on Sunday, December 4, 10 – 11 am and Sunday, December 18, 9 – 10 am.

South Jersey malls and shopping centers that offer Santa pictures in New Jersey
Atlantic County Malls with Santa Photos
- Hamilton Mall – Reservations are required.
- Santa has arrived for 2022 and will be there until Christmas Eve.
- Pet photos with Santa: Mondays
- Santa Cares: Sunday, December 4, 2022, 10:30 – 11:30 am.
Burlington County Malls with Santa Photos
- Moorestown Mall – The Moorestown Mall Santa is available daily and reservations are encouraged. Virtual visits are also available.
- Santa arrived at Moorestown Mall on November 12, 2022.
- Pet photos with Santa: Monday nights November 14 to December 19, 2022.
Camden County Malls with Santa Photos
- Voorhees Town Center – Santa is available daily.
- Santa arrives at Voorhees Town Center on November 23, 2022.
- Cherry Hill Mall – The Cherry Hill Mall Santa is available daily. Reservations are encouraged.
- Santa arrives at Cherry Hill Mall on November 5, 2022.
- Pet photos with Santa: Monday nights November 7 to December 19, 2022. Reservations should be made.
Cumberland County Malls with Santa Photos
- Cumberland Mall – The Cumberland Mall Santa is available daily. Reservations are required.
- Santa arrives at Cumberland Mall on November 19, 2022.
- Pet photos with Santa: every Monday, November 21 to December 19, 2022 from 12 to 8 pm.
Gloucester County Malls with Santa Photos
- Deptford Mall – The Deptford Mall Santa is available daily. Reservations are required with one hour per day for walk up guests.
- Santa arrives at Deptford Mall on November 10, 2022.
- Sensory Friendly Santa is from 9:00 am to 10:30 am on December 4, 2022.
- Pet Nights with Santa are on Mondays, November 12, 21, 28 & December 5, 2022 from 4 to 7 pm.
- Christmas Pajama Party with Santa in Deptford

Ocean County Malls with Santa Photos
- Ocean County Mall – The Ocean County Mall Santa is available daily except Thanksgiving. Reservations are required.
- Santa arrives at Ocean County Mall on November 10, 2022.
- Sensory Santa is from 8:30 am to 10:30 am on December 4, 2022.
- Pet Photo Night with Santa is on December 11, 2022 from 7 to 8:30 pm.
- Christmas Arrival of Santa in Toms River at Ocean County Mall
More shopping days with Santa
New Jersey downtowns and communities hold special Christmas-themed shopping days to support the small businesses in their downtowns.
Other shopping areas that host Santa pictures in New Jersey include farmer’s markets, flea markets and holiday craft fairs.
Santa will be visiting these shopping days for photos with shoppers.
- Christmas Winter Village in Pitman
- Christmas Festival in Haddon Township
- Christmas Celebration in Keyport
- Christmas Visits with Santa in Collingswood
- Christmas Winter Festival in Ocean City
- Christmas in the Whitesbog Village Family Day
- Christmas Photos with Santa in Marlton
- Christmas Visits with Santa in Chester
- Christmas Pictures with Santa in Berlin at Berlin Farmers Market
- Somerset County 4-H Christmas and Holiday Craft Festival in Bridgewater
- Christmas Bazaar and Craft Show in Lyndhurst 2022
- Christmas Stroll with Santa in Fair Haven
- Christmas Market in Basking Ridge
Make a fun local attraction more fun at these New Jersey family attractions with Christmas attractions
At Jersey Family Fun we are always encouraging families to get out and enjoy, and some of our favorite New Jersey attractions will host Santa as well. Why not say hi to the big guy while you ride a roller coaster, see some animals, or even drive a tractor.

- Six Flags Great Adventure Holiday in the Park begins on November 25, 2022 and ends on January 1, 2023. Santa will be available for visits until he has to return to the North Pole!
- See our article about our past Holiday in the Park visits.
- South Jersey’s favorite amusement park for the little ones, Storybook Land, welcomes Santa on November 19, 2022! He’ll be available for visits until December 23, 2022 along with Mrs. Claus.

Feast with Santa Claus at these New Jersey Meals with Santa
We love updating this list every year. We are currently updating this guide for 2022.
Santa loves pancakes, did you know? He also loves pizza, bagels and Mexican food – share some with him when you enjoy a meal with Santa (and maybe some other special guests) at one of these New Jersey locations. If your little ones want a more relaxed visit with Santa than waiting in line in a store or mall, distracting them with yummy food could be the way to get that great photo!

Click over to find our complete listing of meals with Santa in New Jersey.

Ride a Train with Santa Claus in New Jersey
There’s just something special about seeing Santa on a train. I can’t find the words, maybe it’s nostalgia, but my heart gets all fluttery when I see Santa pull into the station on a train. Across our area, kids can have Santa pictures in New Jersey on a train.
Last year, Santa Claus rode on a freight train into Freehold, another train through Red Bank, the Patco trains through South Jersey and more. For a listing of New Jersey Christmas trains click over to read All Aboard these New Jersey Christmas Train Rides.

Find a New Jersey Christmas event with Santa near you.
There are so many New Jersey Christmas Tree lightings & New Jersey Christmas Parades across the state. Maybe you’ll find a new location by checking our lists below! Bundle up and get your hot chocolate and of course, say HI to Santa while you’re there.
North Jersey Christmas Events
Central New Jersey Christmas Events
South Jersey Christmas Events
Calendar of Events with Opportunities for Photos with Santa in New Jersey
View our Calendar of Santa Events below. These are events with Santa in New Jersey with the exception of the parades most will have opportunities for children to take pictures with Santa.
While most are free and cheap to attend, some have a slightly higher charge. For any date you see with a dot, this means there are Santa events that day. Click the date to see that date’s events with Santa Claus.
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Christmas Pet Pictures with Santa in Newark 2023
Christmas Pet Pictures with Santa in Newark 2023
Here's another Christmas event in Newark, New Jersey. Santa Pictures at Newark! Come down for Santa Paws at Newark AHS! All family members are welcome! All animals are welcome. Please …
Santa’s Arrival at Bass Pro Shop in Atlantic City 2023
Santa’s Arrival at Bass Pro Shop in Atlantic City 2023
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Christmas Arrival of Santa in Rockaway at Rockaway Townsquare Mall 2023
Christmas Arrival of Santa in Rockaway at Rockaway Townsquare Mall 2023
Here's another Christmas event in Rockaway, New Jersey. Santa's Coming Come see Santa's Arrival! Santa will be escorted by the Rockaway Fire Department as he arrives at Rockaway Townsquare. When …
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Christmas at the Farm in Chester at Riamede Farm 2023
Christmas at the Farm in Chester at Riamede Farm 2023
Here's another Christmas event in Chester, New Jersey. Christmas at the Farm Holiday Market Grab a friend and enjoy a fun afternoon of supporting local businesses while sipping on warm …
Christmas Celebration with Santa in Bridgewater 2023
Christmas Celebration with Santa in Bridgewater 2023
Here's another Christmas event in Bridgewater, New Jersey. Santa’s Birthday Celebration and Holiday Kickoff! Come celebrate the arrival of Santa! And don’t forget a present! While he has plenty of …
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Christmas Pictures with Santa in Paramus at Stew Leonard’s 2023
Christmas Pictures with Santa in Paramus at Stew Leonard’s 2023
Here's another Christmas event in Paramus, New Jersey. Meet Santa Claus at Stew's! This holiday season, families are invited to take a complimentary photo with Santa Claus himself at Stew …
Marlton Christmas Tree Lighting at The Promenade at Sagemore 2023
Marlton Christmas Tree Lighting at The Promenade at Sagemore 2023
Here are more fun Christmas activities in Marlton, New Jersey. Tree Lighting Celebration! Turn on the Holiday Lights with your friends and family at The Promenade! When is the Marlton …
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Christmas Bazaar and Craft Show in Lyndhurst 2023
Christmas Bazaar and Craft Show in Lyndhurst 2023
Here's another Christmas event in Lyndhurst, New Jersey. Holiday Bazaar and Craft Show Find lots of handmade items, Christmas ornaments, baby blankets & sweaters, jewelry, soaps, paintings, homemade cakes and …
Christmas Pictures with Santa in Paramus at Stew Leonard’s 2023
Christmas Pictures with Santa in Paramus at Stew Leonard’s 2023
Here's another Christmas event in Paramus, New Jersey. Meet Santa Claus at Stew's! This holiday season, families are invited to take a complimentary photo with Santa Claus himself at Stew …
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Christmas Santa’s Wonderland in Atlantic City at Bass Pro Shop 2023
Christmas Santa’s Wonderland in Atlantic City at Bass Pro Shop 2023
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Christmas Pictures with Santa in Paramus at Stew Leonard’s 2023
Christmas Pictures with Santa in Paramus at Stew Leonard’s 2023
Here's another Christmas event in Paramus, New Jersey. Meet Santa Claus at Stew's! This holiday season, families are invited to take a complimentary photo with Santa Claus himself at Stew …
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Christmas Santa’s Wonderland in Atlantic City at Bass Pro Shop 2023
Christmas Santa’s Wonderland in Atlantic City at Bass Pro Shop 2023
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Christmas Santa’s Wonderland in Atlantic City at Bass Pro Shop 2023
Christmas Santa’s Wonderland in Atlantic City at Bass Pro Shop 2023
Details about photos with Santa in Atlantic City at Bass Pro Shops.
Christmas Pajama Party with Santa in Deptford 2023
Christmas Pajama Party with Santa in Deptford 2023
Here's another Christmas event in Deptford, New Jersey. Pajama Jams with Santa Get Ready to Jam with Santa! Dress in your coziest pajamas and share the joy of the season …
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Christmas Santa’s Wonderland in Atlantic City at Bass Pro Shop 2023
Christmas Santa’s Wonderland in Atlantic City at Bass Pro Shop 2023
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Christmas Santa’s Wonderland in Atlantic City at Bass Pro Shop 2023
Christmas Santa’s Wonderland in Atlantic City at Bass Pro Shop 2023
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Christmas and Holiday Celebration in Avalon 2023
Christmas and Holiday Celebration in Avalon 2023
There is a Christmas and Holiday festival happening in Avalon, New Jersey. Festive Friday Festive Friday is back on Friday, November 24, 2023! Stroll down Dune Drive on Friday and …
Point Pleasant Beach Christmas Tree Lighting with Santa 2023
Point Pleasant Beach Christmas Tree Lighting with Santa 2023
Here are more fun Christmas activities in Point Pleasant Beach, New Jersey. Christmas Tree Lighting & Santa's Arrival Sponsored by the Point Pleasant Beach Chamber of Commerce - the annual …
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Keyport Christmas Tree Lighting and Celebration 2023
Keyport Christmas Tree Lighting and Celebration 2023
Here are more fun Christmas activities in Keyport, New Jersey. Miracle on Front Street Annual tree lighting! Bring your family and friends. When is the Keyport Christmas Tree Lighting? When …
Mullica Hill Christmas Tree Lighting and Celebration 2023
Mullica Hill Christmas Tree Lighting and Celebration 2023
Here are more fun Christmas activities in Mullica Hill, New Jersey. Lights on Main! It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Mark your calendars for the Best of Gloucester …
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Santa Meet and Greet in Holmdel at Dearborn Markets 2023
Santa Meet and Greet in Holmdel at Dearborn Markets 2023
Here's another Christmas event in Holmdel, New Jersey. Santa Meet and Greet Come see the real bearded Santa Meet & Greet in Santa's Workshop! When is this Christmas event? When …
Christmas Pictures with Santa in Paramus at Stew Leonard’s 2023
Christmas Pictures with Santa in Paramus at Stew Leonard’s 2023
Here's another Christmas event in Paramus, New Jersey. Meet Santa Claus at Stew's! This holiday season, families are invited to take a complimentary photo with Santa Claus himself at Stew …
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Christmas Santa’s Wonderland in Atlantic City at Bass Pro Shop 2023
Christmas Santa’s Wonderland in Atlantic City at Bass Pro Shop 2023
Details about photos with Santa in Atlantic City at Bass Pro Shops.
Phillipsburg Christmas Tree Lighting and Santa Visit 2023
Phillipsburg Christmas Tree Lighting and Santa Visit 2023
Here are more fun Christmas activities in Phillipsburg, New Jersey. Annual Phillipsburg Tree Lighting and Santa Visit The Town of Phillipsburg will host the Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony in downtown …
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Christmas Santa’s Wonderland in Atlantic City at Bass Pro Shop 2023
Christmas Santa’s Wonderland in Atlantic City at Bass Pro Shop 2023
Details about photos with Santa in Atlantic City at Bass Pro Shops.
Christmas Pajama Party with Santa in Deptford 2023
Christmas Pajama Party with Santa in Deptford 2023
Here's another Christmas event in Deptford, New Jersey. Pajama Jams with Santa Get Ready to Jam with Santa! Dress in your coziest pajamas and share the joy of the season …
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Bayonne Christmas Tree Lighting 2023
Bayonne Christmas Tree Lighting 2023
Here are more fun Christmas activities in Bayonne, New Jersey. Christmas Tree Lighting Come help light the tree with your family and friends! When is the Bayonne Christmas Tree Lighting? …
Brick Christmas Tree Lighting 2023
Brick Christmas Tree Lighting 2023
Here are more fun Christmas activities in Brick, New Jersey. Christmas Tree Lighting Come to the annual Tree Lighting Ceremony and help welcome the Christmas season to Brick! When is …
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Boonton Christmas Tree Lighting 2023
Boonton Christmas Tree Lighting 2023
Here are more fun Christmas activities in Boonton, New Jersey. Holiday Tree Lighting Come down to Santa Land for a night of fun! When is the Boonton Christmas Tree Lighting? …
Paramus Christmas Tree Lighting at Stew Leonard’s 2023
Paramus Christmas Tree Lighting at Stew Leonard’s 2023
Here are more fun Christmas activities in Paramus, New Jersey. Stew Leonard's in Paramus Christmas Tree Lighting The Stew Leonard’s Paramus store is kicking off the 2023 holiday season with …
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Holiday House in Cherry Hill at Barclay Farmstead 2023
Holiday House in Cherry Hill at Barclay Farmstead 2023
Here's another Christmas event in Cherry Hill, New Jersey. "Let it Snow" Holiday House A great way to start the holiday season! When is this Christmas event? When is the …
Washington Township Christmas Tree Lighting and Celebration (Gloucester Township) 2023
Washington Township Christmas Tree Lighting and Celebration (Gloucester Township) 2023
Here are more fun Christmas activities in Washington Township, New Jersey. Annual Christmas Tree Lighting It's the most wonderful time of the year… Washington Township's Annual Tree Lighting Tree Lighting …
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Christmas Nature Walk with Santa in Barnegat 2023
Christmas Nature Walk with Santa in Barnegat 2023
Here's another Christmas event in Barnegat, New Jersey. Nature Walk with Santa Let your child experience nature with Santa Claus this holiday season. During this program, Santa and his helpers …
Mount Arlington Christmas Tree Lighting 2023
Mount Arlington Christmas Tree Lighting 2023
Here are more fun Christmas activities in Mount Arlington, New Jersey. Annual Tree Lighting Join your friends and neighbors for the annual tree lighting! When is the Mount Arlington Christmas …