Market Street Hosts Holiday Photos with Santa Claus November 20 – December 24, 2026

THE WOODLANDS, TX -- Jolly ol’ St. Nick is returning to Market Street to greet children of all ages for the much-loved holiday tradition of photos with Santa Claus. Children may have their photo taken and give Santa their wish list Friday, November 20 through Christmas Eve on Thursday, December 24, 2026.

Santa Claus will greet children and their families in space 630, near the Concierge Desk. Reservations MUST be made in advance by visiting the following site: https://amusemattebooksanta.com/market-street-the-woodlands/

Santa Claus will be greeting guests during the following times:

November 20 – November 30 (Closed Thanksgiving Day)
Monday – Thursday 11:00 am – 6:00 pm (Break 2:00 – 3:00 pm)
Friday – Saturday 10:00 am - 7:00 pm (Break 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm)
Sunday 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm (Break 3:00 pm - 3:30 pm)

December
Tuesday, December 1, 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Wednesday, December 2 – Thursday, December 3 11:00 am – 6:00 pm (Break 2:00 – 3:00 pm)
Friday, December 4 and Saturday, December 5, 10:00 am - 7:00 pm (Break 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm)
Saturday, December 5, 10:00 am - 7:00 pm (Break 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm)
Sunday, December 6, Sunday 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm (Break 3:00 pm - 3:30 pm)
Monday, December 7, 11:00 am – 7:00 pm (Break 3:00 – 4:00)
Tuesday, December 8, 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Wednesday, December 9 –Thursday, December 10, 11:00 am – 7:00 pm (Break 3:00 – 4:00 pm)
Friday, December 11 – Saturday, December 12, 10:00 am – 7:00 pm (Break 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm)
Sunday, December 13, 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm (Break 3:00 pm - 3:30 pm)
Monday, December 14 – Thursday, December 17, 11:00 am – 7:00 pm (Break 3:00 – 4:00 pm)
Friday, December 18 – Saturday, December 19, 10:00 am - 8:00 pm (Break 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm)
Sunday, December 20 – Wednesday, December 23, 10:00 am – 8:00 pm (Break 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm)
Thursday, December 24 – Christmas Eve, 9:00 am – 3:00 pm (Break 12:00 – 12:30 pm)

Don’t forget Fluffy and Fido! On December 1 and 8, four-legged friends are welcome to visit Santa Claus from 3:00 pm until 6:00pm for Pet Photos with Santa.

This year's Santa Photo Experience is proudly sponsored by Visit Port Aransas, bringing a little taste of the Texas coast to Market Street this holiday season. Known for its beautiful beaches, dolphin watching and family-friendly adventures, Port Aransas offers a coastal getaway where families can make memories that last a lifetime.

After visiting with Santa, grab a patio seat at one of Market Street’s restaurants for a synchronized light show performing every hour on the half hour from 5:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. Watch as Market Street’s 70-foot Christmas tree and surrounding twinkle lights perform to holiday favorites.