It doesn’t matter if your pet has been naughty or nice; pet pictures with Santa are too doggone cute to skip. Christmas photos are indeed a tradition for most families, and that includes pets.
Here are some fun opportunities for your fur babies to get their photo taken with Santa during the 2024 Christmas season. Some are pet-specific, while others are pet-friendly family events. Most require advance registration, so don’t wait to grab a session!
2024 Pet Pictures with Santa in Chicagoland
Pet Pictures with Santa at the Fashion Outlets of Chicago (Rosemont)
November 18, 25, and December 2, 2024 | 4:00pm – 7:00pm
Advance registration is encouraged; however, walk-ins are welcome.
Paws-itively Magical (Oakbrook Center, Oak Brook)
Mondays and Tuesdays from November 18 – December 10, 2024 | 4:00pm – 7:00pm
Reservations are encouraged.
Pet Photos with Santa (Yorktown Center, Lombard)
November 19, December 3 & December 10, 2024 | 11:00am – 8:00pm
Take a photo with Santa anytime during business hours.
Paws and Claus (Downtown Batavia)
November 23, 2024 | 12:00pm – 2:00pm
Hosted by CaDo & Company.
Pet Photos with Santa (Schaumburg)
November 24, 2024 | 6:30pm – 8:00pm
December 1, 2024 | 7:30pm – 9:00pm
Visit the Grand Court at Woodfield Mall for a pet-friendly photo session. No reservations required.
Santa Paws (Carol Stream)
November 25, 2024 | 5:00pm – 7:00pm
Registration is required, and closes November 24.
Pet Photos with Santa (Fox Valley Mall, Aurora)
December 2, 9, and 16 | 4:00pm – 7:00pm
Reservations are recommended, but not required.
Santa’s Workshop: Pet Night (Downtown Naperville)
December 3, 2024 | 5:00pm – 8:00pm
Advance registration is required for these individual, family sessions.
Pictures with Santa Paws (Villa Park)
December 4, 2024 | 4:30pm – 5:30pm
Advance registration is required and must be completed by December 1st. Photos will be emailed after the event.
Santa Paws Pictures (Bloomingdale)
December 4, 2024 | 6:00pm – 9:00pm
Register in advance for a visit with Santa and a treat for your dog.
Claus and Paws (Westchester)
December 6, 2024 | 6:00pm – 8:00pm
Dogs and cats only.
Dog Photos with the Grinch (Itasca)
December 7, 2024 | 9:00am – 12:00pm
December 17, 2024 | 10:00am – 11:00am
Free event hosted by the Itasca Park District.
Santa Paws (La Grange Park)
December 7, 2024 | 10:00am – 12:00pm
Registration is required, your time will be emailed on December 4th.
Pictures with Santa Paws (Two Bostons Boutique, Naperville)
December 7, 2024 | 12:00pm – 4:00pm
Visit Santa in Downtown Naperville for free photos.
Santa Paws (Hanover Park)
December 12, 2024 | 3:00pm – 6:30pm
Festiviites include a costume contest, treats for all, and visits with Santa. Register in advance.
Pet Pictures with Santa (Oak Park)
December 14, 2024 | 9:15am – 1:00pm
Advance registration required. Registration is formatted in 15 minute increments; see website to select specific time slot(s).
Doggy Grinchmas (Elk Grove Village)
December 14, 2024 | 9:30am – 11:00am
Advance registration required for this visit with Mr. Grinch.
Santa Paws (Pet Wants Naperville)
December 14, 2024 | 12:00pm – 4:00pm
Photos with Santa, refreshments, and husky meet-and-greets.
Santa’s Workshop (North Berwyn)
December 14, 2024 | 12:00pm – 2:00pm
Enjoy crafts and visits with Santa. Free admission. Pet photos begin at 1:30pm.
Santa Paws is Coming to Town (Downtown Batavia)
December 15, 2024 | 11:00am – 2:00pm
Hosted by Red Hive Market. Reservations not required. $10 per family.
Santa Paws (Palatine)
December 15, 2024 | 1:00pm – 3:00pm
Advance registration required for a 10-minute time slot.
2023 Pet Pictures with Santa in Chicagoland
These Santa spots for your four-legged friends were offered in 2023, but haven’t announced their plans as of October 10, 2024. Check back for more information.
- CILRA Pet Holiday Photo Fundraiser (Downers Grove) – December 2, 2023
Know of another opportunity to bring your pets for a photo opportunity with Santa? Let us know in the comments below! Don’t forget to check out our Holiday Guide to make holiday magic the easy and organized way, all season long.
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Bass pro!! We just brought our dog for family pics and saw others!