How to Get a Free Photo with Santa

Getting a picture of your child on Santa's lap is a traditional holiday event in most families. However, Santa pictures have become big business for many photography studios and companies, and the days of the $5 Polaroid in the mall food court are a thing of the past. Santa photos now come with sitting fees and can be purchased as portrait packages.


If you're planning on sending your Santa photos to every member of your family and all of your friends, these photo packages may be just the thing you're looking for. On the other hand, if you just want a simple keepsake or a single photo, you may not want to pay for an entire photo session and multiple prints. Fortunately, there are still plenty of ways to get your child's Santa photo for free.

Things You'll Need

  • Camera

Instructions

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      Pay attention to store promotions and coupons. There are several large nationwide chain stores that use free pictures with Santa Claus as a way to draw shoppers into stores during peak holiday shopping season. Walmart offers several days each year when parents can take their children to the Wal-Mart Photo Center for a free picture with Santa. Bass Pro Shops, a popular outdoor sporting equipment store, provides free pictures with Santa in store for most of November and December every year.

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      Check out local events where Santa will be. Christmas parades and community holiday events typically feature Santa, and often times provide a time for children to visit with Santa before, during or after the event. Take your camera along to one of these events and there is a good chance you'll be able to snag a free photo of your child with Santa Claus.

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      Take your child to the event of your choosing and either have your picture taken or take it yourself with your own camera. Be aware that you may have to wait in line or go a little out of your way, but free Santa pictures are definitely available to those who look for the opportunities.

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