Photos with Santa in Durham Region 2026
Where to find Santa from Pickering to Port Perry, with dates and booking links.
Last reviewed November 2, 2026 by the Durham Happening editorial team.
Santa visits Durham Region in malls, on farms and at downtown markets from early November to Christmas Eve. We check each listing on the venue's own page or booking site, and we add new venues when they announce their 2026 dates. Farm and cottage visits sell out, so book early.
Browse events by city: Ajax, Brock, Clarington, Oshawa, Pickering, Scugog, Uxbridge, Whitby.
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Select a town or a point on the map. Each listing links to the venue's own page.
Santa at Pickering Town Centre
MallPickering · November 13 to December 24, 2026 · 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. on most weekdays, longer in December
The mall is now called The Shops at Pickering City Centre. Book a time or walk up. Pet Parties on Wednesdays from November 18, and a Sensory-Friendly Santa session on December 6.
Official detailsDowntown Whitby Christmas Market
MarketWhitby · November 13 and 14, 2026 · Fri 4 p.m. to 9 p.m., Sat 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Meet Santa and the Grinch at the free downtown market, with a holiday photo booth.
Official detailsSanta at the Bright and Merry Market
MarketOshawa · Friday, November 20, 2026 · 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. and 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Santa takes photos inside City Hall during the evening market. Follow the giant candy canes in Civic Square.
Official detailsSanta at Brooklin's Christmas in the Village
Community eventWhitby · Saturday, November 21, 2026 · 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Visit Santa in Grass Park, with a sleigh photo spot and a pancake breakfast nearby.
Official detailsSanta's Cottage
Santa visitOshawa · By appointment, November to December 23, 2026, plus December 26 and 27
Book ahead. The Jingle Mingle is 5 minutes with Santa in his North Pole office for $70 + HST for up to four people. Workshop visits are sold out. You take your own photos. Pets are welcome.
Official detailsMeet Santa in Downtown Bowmanville
DowntownClarington · Saturdays December 5, 12 and 19, 2026 · 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Professional photos for a minimum $15 cash donation to The Salvation Army Bowmanville. Each child gets a holiday gift.
Official detailsSanta's Cabin at Knox's Pumpkin Farm
FarmClarington · December 5, 6, 12, 13, 19 and 20, 2026
Visit Santa in his cabin on the farm. You must buy tickets before you go.
Official detailsAdventures with Santa at Willowtree Farm
FarmScugog · December 5, 6, 12, 13, 19 and 20, 2026 · 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., last entry 3:30 p.m.
Finish the farm adventure with a picture with Santa in the heated greenhouse. $15 + HST per person if booked before November 15, then $20. No pets.
Official detailsA Royal Christmas at Royal Ashburn
Breakfast with SantaWhitby · Sunday, December 13, 2026 · Seatings at 9, 10, 10:30 and 11 a.m.
A buffet breakfast with a photo with Santa, crafts and an elf walk. $47 per person plus tax and fees. Reserve by December 8.
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Photos with Santa in Durham Region: FAQ
When is Santa at Pickering Town Centre?
Santa is at The Shops at Pickering City Centre, the former Pickering Town Centre, from Friday, November 13 to Thursday, December 24, 2026. He sits at Entrance 6, Lower Level Centre Court. You can book a time online or walk up.
Can I bring my pet for a photo with Santa in Durham?
Yes. The Shops at Pickering City Centre holds Pet Parties on Wednesdays from November 18 to December 16, 2026. Santa's Cottage in north Oshawa welcomes pets on a leash at no extra charge. Pets are not allowed at Willowtree Farm.
Is there a sensory-friendly Santa in Durham Region?
The Shops at Pickering City Centre holds a Sensory-Friendly Santa session on Sunday, December 6, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m., before the mall opens.
Where can I see Santa for a donation in Durham?
In Historic Downtown Bowmanville, Santa is at Temperance and King Streets on Saturdays December 5, 12 and 19, 2026, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Photos cost a minimum cash donation of $15 to The Salvation Army Bowmanville.
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