Where to See Santa in the Triad | Santa Photos 2025
It’s that magical time of year again — and if you’re wondering where to see Santa in the Triad, we’ve got you covered! From Greensboro to Winston-Salem and High Point, there are dozens of festive events where kids (and kids at heart) can meet Santa, take photos, and share their Christmas wishes. This complete Triad Santa sightings directory includes everything from classic mall Santa photos and holiday parades to cozy Breakfast with Santa events. Whether you’re planning a day of Christmas shopping or looking for a picture-perfect moment for your holiday cards, you’ll find all the best Santa photo ops and holiday events in the Triad right here. Make this season unforgettable — because Santa Claus is coming to the Triad!
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Where to Take Photos with Santa in the Triad
*note: some listings require RSVP or the use of your personal camera, make sure to plan accordingly.
Bass Pro Shop
Concord and Cary (Now – Dec. 24, 2025)
Event page: basspro.com/shop/en/santas-wonderland
Hanes Mall
Winston-Salem (Nov. 12 – Dec. 24, 2025)
Event page: shophanesmall.com
Holly Hill Mall
Burlington (Select dates Nov. 15 – Dec. 24, 2025)
Event page: hollyhillmall.com/events
Zootastic Park
Troutman (Nov. 21- Jan. 1, 2025) – Santa arrives starting Nov. 27
Event page: zootasticpark.com/christmas-wonderland.html
Christmas Light Spectacular
Armstrong Artisan Farm, Walnut Cove (Nov. 21 – Dec. 31, 2025)
Event page: Christmas Light Spectacular Entry and Farm Fun Combo Ticket | Armstrong Artisan Farm
Friendly Center
Greensboro (Nov. 25 – Dec. 24, 2025)
Event page: friendlycenter.com/content/holiday
Kersey Valley Christmas
Archdale (Select dates Nov. 28 – Dec. 23, 2025)
Event page: kerseyvalleychristmas.com – Purchase tickets in advance
Christmas at The Farm
Dobson (Select dates Nov. 28- Dec. 28, 2025)
Event page: www.letsgotothefarm.com
Santa & S’mores
Summerfield Farms (Nov. 29 – Dec. 8, 2025)
Event page: Santa & Smores 2025 – Summerfield Farms
Four Seasons Town Mall
Greensboro (Dec. 5 – Dec. 24, 2025)
Event page: shopfourseasons.com
McLaurin Farms
Greensboro (Select dates Dec. 11 – Dec. 23, 2025)
Event page: mclaurinfarms.com
Train Rides & Hay Rides with Santa
Great Smoky Mountain RR Polar Express Train
Bryson City (Select dates Nov. 6 – Dec. 31, 2025)
Event page: https://gsmr.com/the-polar-express/
NC Transportation Museum Polar Express Train
Spencer (Select dates Nov. 7 – Dec. 23, 2025)
Event page: https://www.nctransportationmuseum.org/the-polar-express-train-ride/
Winterland Express Train
Village Park, Kannapolis (Nov. 15 – Dec. 30, 2025)
Event page: 2025 Celebration of Lights Winterland Express
Tweetsie Christmas
Blowing Rock (Select dates Nov. 28 – Dec. 30, 2025)
Event page: tweetsie.com/special-events
Armstrong Artisan Farms Hayrides with Santa
Walnut Cove (Thursdays Dec. 4, 11, & 18, 2025) from 5pm – 10pm
Event page: Thursday Night Hayrides with Santa and Farm Entry Ticket | Armstrong Artisan Farm
Christmas on the Farm
A Fairview Farm, Asheboro (Select times Dec. 6 & 7, 2025)
Event page: afairviewfarm.com/shop
McLaurin Farms
Greensboro (Select dates Dec. 11 – Dec. 23, 2025)
Event page: mclaurinfarms.com
Other Events Where Santa Will Be in Attendance
Winter Wonderlights
Greensboro Science Center
Nov. 19, 2025 – Jan. 4, 2026 – Santa there on select nights
Event page: Winter Wonderlights • Greensboro Science Center
Christmas Open House
Guilford Garden Center – Lawndale, Greensboro
November 22, 2025 (10am – 12pm)
Event page: Events – Guilford Garden Center
Meet Santa at Benjamin Branch
Greensboro
December 3, 2025 (3:30pm – 4:15pm)
Event page: Meet Santa at Benjamin Branch | Blanche S. Benjamin Branch | Greensboro Library, NC
Santa Just Like Me Pictures
Wagner Insurance, Greensboro
December 3, 2025 (3pm – 6pm)
Event page: Book Now – Santas Just Like Me
Festival of Lights
Center City Park, Greensboro
December 5, 2025 (5:30pm – 9pm)
Event page: Festival of Lights
Festive Family Friday
Kaleideum, Winston-Salem
December 5, 2025
Event page: kaleideum.org/programs/festive-family-friday-2/
Adaumont Farm Holiday Market
4941 Finch Farm Rd, Trinity, NC
December 6, 2025
Event Page: Adaumont Farm
Stacks and Syrup with Santa
Midway Methodist Church, Lexington, NC
December 6, 2025 (8am – 11am)
Event Page: (3) “Santa…I know him!” Midway Preschool… – Midway Church Outreach | Facebook
High Point Holiday Stroll
1101 N Main St, High Point, NC
December 6, 2025 (10am – 4pm)
Event page: (5) High Point Holiday Stroll | Facebook
Kernersville Christmas Tree Lighting
Harmon Park, Kernersville
December 6, 2025 (6pm – 7:30pm)
Event page: Kernersville Christmas Tree Lighting 2025 – Kernersville Parks and Recreation
A Visit with Cowboy Santa
The Barn Loft, Thomasville
December 6, 2025 (11am – 2pm)
Event page: (9) Cowboy Santa is coming to town! | Facebook
Santa at The Magnolia House
The Historic Magnolia House, Greensboro
December 6, 2025 (1pm – 6pm)
Event page: The Juke Joint | Upcoming Events in Greensboro NC | Get Tickets Online
Christmas at Childress
Childress Vineyards, Lexington
December 6, 2025 (10am – 5pm)
Event page: Events – Childress Wines
Santa at the Farm
A Fairview Farm, Asheboro
Select times December 6 & 7, 2025
Event page: afairviewfarm.com/shop
Pancakes & Pajamas with Santa & Mrs. Claus
Millstone Creek Orchards, Ramseur
December 7, 2025 (10am)
Event page: Millstone Creek Orchards – Christmas Season @ MCO
Annual Holiday Open House
High Point Museum
December 7, 2025 (1pm – 4pm)
Event page: Calendar • 53rd Annual Holiday Open House
Christmas Open House with Santa
Cupcakes & Cuties, Wallburg
December 7, 2025 (5pm – 8pm)
Event page: (9) Cupcake Cuties 11th annual Christmas Open House | Facebook
Christmas at Antique Market Place
Greensboro
December 7, 2025 (1pm – 3pm)
Event page: (10) Christmas at Antique Market Place 🎄 | Facebook
Annual Holiday Block Party
Ultimate Kids: Home of Tumblebees,
December 12, 2025 (4:30pm – 7:30pm) – Pre-registration is required
Event page: ultimate-kids.com
Cookies with Santa
Children’s Museum of Alamance County, Graham
December 12, 2025 (4:30pm – 7pm) – Reservations required
Event page: Cookies with Santa — Children’s Museum of Alamance County
Village Holiday Market
Kernersville Recreation Center
December 13, 2025 (9am – 1pm)
Event page: Village Holiday Market — Village Family ChiropracticÂ
Santaboose!
Rural Hall Historic Train Depot
December 13, 2025 (5:30pm – 7:30pm)
Event page: (9) Santaboose! | Facebook
Holiday Magic
Historic Depot, Burlington
December 13, 2025 (4pm – 7pm)
Event page: Upcoming Special Events | Burlington, NC – Official Website
Santa at the Station
Summerfield Fire District
December 14, 2025 (2pm – 4pm)
Event page: (10) Santa At The Station 2025 | Facebook
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