Why wait until December to make magical memories with Santa? This summer, families can experience the joy of the holidays early by celebrating Christmas in July at select locations across the U.S.—complete with a FREE digital photo and the chance to pre-book your holiday photo session for the 2025 season.
Whether you're starting a fun new tradition or beating the rush for your holiday photos, now is the time to celebrate with Summertime Santa. Here’s everything you need to know about Christmas in July events, locations, and how to join in the fun.
Santa is stopping by select malls and venues on special dates in July to spread a little midsummer cheer. Families who pre-book their 2025 holiday photo experience will receive:
A FREE digital photo with Summertime Santa
First choice of date and time for their November or December visit
Free rescheduling up to 48 hours in advance
Bonus perks like smoother checkouts and early access to reservations
Don't know your exact holiday plans yet? No problem! You can reserve now and adjust your date later with no penalties.
Brea Mall, Brea – Saturday, July 19, 11am–3pm
Stanford Shopping Center, Palo Alto – Saturday, July 19, 11am–3pm
Montclair Place, Montclair – Saturday, July 19, 1pm–3pm
Fashion Valley, San Diego – Saturday, July 19, 11am–3pm
Town Center at Boca Raton – Saturday, July 19, 11am–3pm
The Florida Mall, Orlando – Saturdays & Sundays in July, 1pm–4pm
Fox Valley, Aurora – Saturday, July 19, 12pm–3pm
Navy Pier, Chicago – Friday, July 25, 11am–3pm
Skydeck, Chicago – Friday, July 25, 11am–3pm
Fashion Mall at Keystone, Indianapolis – Saturday, July 19, 11am–3pm
The Shops at Riverside, Hackensack – Saturday, July 19, 11am–3pm
Walt Whitman Shops, Huntington Station – Saturday, July 19, 11am–3pm
The Westchester, White Plains – Saturday, July 19, 11am–3pm
College Square, Morristown – Saturday, July 19, 12pm–3pm
The Galleria, Houston – Saturday, July 19, 1pm–4pm
San Antonio Zoo, San Antonio – Saturday, July 26, 10am–2pm
Booking early means peace of mind as the busy holiday season approaches. With school starting soon and fall events filling your calendar, locking in your Santa photo session now helps you:
Avoid long lines and peak holiday stress
Choose the perfect date and time for your family
Get exclusive perks like free gifts and early access
Plus, your holiday planning gets a head start—one less thing to worry about later!
Whether you're capturing your baby’s first Santa photo or keeping a long-time family tradition alive, Christmas in July is a joyful and unique way to celebrate together.
Visit christmasinjuly.whereissanta.com to view participating locations and pre-book your November or December photo session today.