Don’t overpay for cute photos with Santa! Whether you’re looking for a steal of a deal on Santa Photos in San Antonio for your kid or your pet, look no further. Of course, with the pandemic going on, there are way fewer opportunities this year for Santa pictures. However, there is a handful, and we will add more as we learn of any that may be popping up.
Here is our list of free (and cheap!) Santa Photos in San Antonio for 2022:
Deal Alert: Photography Session by JCPenney Portraits at $25.99! That’s already 81% off the original price!
Choose Between Two Options
One professional photography session with three high-resolution digital images and one standard print ($124.94 value)
- Three high-resolution digital images
- One standard print 10” x 13” or smaller
- Professional photography session with no session fees
- 40% off additional prints, wall art, canvas prints, and photo collections
- Discount to upgrade to the full high-resolution digital album
- Pet photography is now available. Click here for details.
One professional photography session with one 16”x20” canvas print ($209.95 value)
- 16″x20″ canvas print
- Professional photography session with no session fees
- 40% off additional prints, wall art, canvas prints, and photography collections
- Pet photography is now available. Click here for details.
All prepaid or purchased high-res digital images will be available on Shutterfly within 48 hours.
All in-studio product purchases will be shipped to the home and include an additional $9.50 shipping fee.
Get more information and book your Photography Session Deals by JCPenney Portraits TODAY!!!
Free & Cheap Santa Photo Events in San Antonio
Bass Pro Shop Santa Pictures

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Free photo with Santa at Bass Pro and Cabela’s. Starting November 5th Experience the magic of Christmas at Santa’s Wonderland at your local Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s!
When: November 5, 2022 – December 24, 2022
Where: 1000 Bass Pro Dr, Pearland, TX 77047, United States
How Much: Free
Santa Photos at Ingram Park Mall
Visit Santa in a sensory-friendly environment. Celebrate Santa Magic in an inclusive atmosphere. Exclusively for children & families with special needs. Reservations are required for this private photo experience. We’re collecting donations on behalf of Autism Speaks.
When: December 4, 2022, | 9:00 am – 11:00 am
Where: 6301 Nw Loop 410 San Antonio, TX 78238
How Much: Not specified
Santa Pictures at North Star Mall
Embark on an enchanted adventure to take pictures with Santa. Join him to create magical memories you and your family will always remember!
When: Now – December 24, 2022
Where: 7400 San Pedro Ave., San Antonio, TX 78216
How Much: Not specified
Deal Alert – Check out Current discounts on Kids’ activities in San Antonio
There are a lot of places for kids to have fun in the San Antonio area. Whether you are looking for indoor places like trampoline parks, museums, movie theaters, and more or you are planning for some outdoor fun such as horse-riding, paintball, and more!
Be sure to always check out this list before making your plans and Save BIG on Kids’ Activities in San Antonio!!!
Santa Pictures San Antonio 2022
Santa Pictures at Texas Transportation Museum
Santa’s Railroad Wonderland is an extravaganza of Christmas joy including train rides. They decorate every area of our museum, from the historic depot, the trains, the garden railroad, our 4 other scale model railroad layouts, and everything else in between.
Grab some hot chocolate and take a stroll. Santa will be making visits from the North Pole and will be available for photos.
When: December 3,4,10,11,17 and 18, 2022
Where: 11731 Wetmore Rd, San Antonio, TX 78247, United States
How Much: Adults $12 – Kids (4-12) $10 – Kids (Under 4) Free | Groups (20 or more, Ages 4+) $10 Each – Parking Free
Holidays in Gruene Photos with Cowboy Kringle
Create a lasting Christmas memory with Cowboy Kringle, Gruene Historic District’s own brand of Santa! Spots fill up quickly, so reserve a spot in advance for photo packages, Christmas cards, and other special order items.
When: November 19-20 | November 25-27 | December 3-4 | December 10-11 | December 16-18
Where: 1601 Hunter Rd New Braunfels, TX 78130
How Much: Not specified
Third Annual Hofmann Ranch Holiday Festival
Join the family day of holiday fun at Hofmann Ranch by Wedgewood Weddings! they will have photos with Santa, s’mores, hot cocoa, appetizers, crafts, movies, a cash bar, and more! Proceeds to benefit New Beginnings Children’s home.
When: Tuesday, November 27, 2022, | 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Where: 17907 IH-10 West, San Antonio, TX
How Much: $12
Christmas Traditions in New Braunfels
Arrive early at the 11 am show to take your photo with Santa Claus, go on a Christmas scavenger hunt, buy some yummy treats and gifts, and get ready for the show! Other special dance guests will be touring the photo ops before the start of the show.
Arrive early to the 6:30 pm show to take your photo with The Grinch, go on a Christmas scavenger hunt, buy some yummy treats and gifts, and get ready for the show! Other special dance guests will be touring the photo ops before the start of the show.
When: Friday, December 2 | 11:00 am
Where: 1551 N Walnut Ave, New Braunfels, TX 78130
How Much: $5/Child and $10/Adult
Christmas with Santa in Old Town (NO UPDATE YET)
A free event in Old Town Helotes on December 11-12 and 18-19 from 6 pm-8 pm. Pictures with Santa are free if you bring your own camera.
Bowl & Barrel San Antonio (NO UPDATE YET)
Hosting Bowling with Santa! This event is free for anyone wearing an Ugly Christmas Sweater or dressed up as Santa or Mrs. Claus, or another holiday character. Get one free hour of bowling plus pictures with Santa on the lanes! The event lasts from 6 pm to 8 pm on December 15th.
Rolling Oaks Mall (NO UPDATE YET)
Begins offering Santa photos on November 27th, with COVID-safe measures in place.
Trader’s Village (NO UPDATE YET)
Is hosting the Santa Express again this year with a “Contactless Country Christmas” each weekend this month. Both Santa and Mrs. Claus will be on stage socially distanced 6 feet from you and your family. Kids will sit on a special bench for photos. You can get a 4×6 professionally done for $5, or take our own with your phone. Masks must be worn. Photo packages will also be available.
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