A Complete Guide: Where to Meet Santa at Walt Disney World 2025
By Rikki
Ho ho ho! Santa is making his way to the most Magical Place on Earth this holiday season and Guests will soon be able to meet the jolly elf at all four Walt Disney World theme parks, as well as at Disney Springs! Whether you’re looking for that perfect Christmas card photo or you just want to share your wish list, this guide will show you exactly where to find Santa across the Walt Disney World Resort. (You are on the Nice list, right?)
Santa Claus will be meeting in all locations until December 24, because as we all know, he’s got a big job ahead of him later that night! Let’s take a look at every location where you can meet him this year.
Disney’s Hollywood Studios
This year, Santa has a brand-new location inside Walt Disney Presents! Guests will feel like they’ve stepped straight into Santa’s workshop, complete with festive décor and a cozy North Pole atmosphere perfect for holiday photos.
While you’re there, don’t forget to check out the new holiday exhibit while you’re there! It’s got props from classic films like The Santa Clause and The Muppets Christmas Carol, plus more!
Watch our full overview here:
Disney’s Animal Kingdom
At Disney’s Animal Kingdom, Santa’s meet-and-greet is taking on a prehistoric twist! Guests will find Santa at Restaurantosaurus on the Parasaurolophus Porch in Dinoland USA.
The area includes playful dinosaur-themed holiday props, making this one of the most unique Santa settings anywhere in Walt Disney World, for sure!
EPCOT
At EPCOT, you’ll get to meet Santa during the EPCOT Festival of the Holidays! This year, Santa will be meeting Guests inside CommuniCore Hall beginning November 28.
Oh and make sure that you stop to see the incredible Spaceship Earth gingerbread display too! Last year was the first year for the display and it was incredible. Take a look:
Looking for even more holiday cheer? Swing by The Odyssey, where Santa Goofy is ready to strike a pose with your family.
Magic Kingdom
If you’re hoping to meet Santa at the Magic Kingdom, you’re in luck! This year, Santa will meet Guests at Storybook Circus in Fantasyland beginning on Thanksgiving Day.
And make sure to check out our video of our visit to Main Street USA for some holiday merriment!
Disney Springs
For a festive experience without a park ticket, Santa will also be meeting Guests at Disney Springs, near Disney’s Pin Traders.
This is one of the most popular holiday photo ops at Walt Disney World, so Disney uses a virtual queue system (no standby line). Simply use the My Disney Experience app to join the queue at multiple times throughout the day.
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