Best Brisbane and Gold Coast Locations For Santa Snaps With Your Pet
The holiday season is upon us, and what better way to celebrate the joy and warmth of Christmas than by capturing precious moments with your furry friend?
Whether you’re looking for a ready-made set up for Santa Snaps, D.I.Y Outdoor locations, or a private professional shoot, here is our list of the best places on the Gold Coast and in Brisbane, to get great Santa Snaps with your fur baby.
Santa Snap Locations on the Gold Coast:
Pacific Fair
Visit Santa’s Golden Palace filled outside Myer Broadbeach for cute Santa Snaps for your whole family including your furry friend. Bookings essential.
Where: 2 Hooker Blvd, Broadbeach Waters
When: 11 November – 6 December
Australia Fair
Capture a magical photo moment with fur friends and Santa plus every child who visits Santa will receive a free gift! Free when you spend $20 or more at Australia Fair No bookings required.
Where: 42 Marine Parade, Southport
When: 30 November - 24 December
Sanctuary Cove
Mark the annual Christmas tradition with a photo with Santa at Sanctuary Cove. Meet Father Christmas with your little ones (and fur babies too).
Where: Shop 39B (opposite Red Steakhouse)
When: Pet Sessions are 1-2pm on the 9th and 10th December
Stockland Burleigh Heads
Get your Paws and Claws portraits taken at Stocklands Burleigh Heads. Bookings required.
Where: 149 W Burleigh Rd, Burleigh Heads
When: 3rd – 17th December
Westfield Helensvale
Book in for your pet family photos with the whole family! Sessions book out quickly.
When: Until 17th December
Where: 1-29 Millaroo Dr, Helensvale, Outside Target
Westfield Coomera
Create a gorgeous family Christmas dog Santa photos with your favourite furry friend at Westfield Coomera. Online bookings are required, and sessions book out quickly.
When: Until 12 December
Where: Near the main food court, opposite EB Games, 103 Foxwell Rd, Coomera
Santa Snap Locations in Brisbane
David Jones Queens Plaza Brisbane CBD
Join David Jones this Christmas for a premium Santa photo experience with their magical Christmas sets and real-life Santas at Queens Plaza Brisbane. All bookings will receive their photo in a custom designed David Jones frame and each pet will receive a special reindeer antler headband from Santa himself. Online bookings essential.
When: 17th and 24th of November
Where: Queens Plaza Brisbane
Barkley and Pips
Barkley and Pips have a photography day planned for the 26 November. Grab a couple Christmas snaps of your pooch, while doing your part for the doggy community with all donations supporting a local dog rescue. To book, reach out via their social media page.
When: 26th of November
Where: 1 Hawkins Crescent Bundamba
Paw-Traits with Santa at Indooroopilly Shopping Centre
Take home a little piece of magic from Santa World at Indooroopilly Shopping Centre by securing a booking for your Pet Photo with Santa! You’ll be able to feature in the photo with your furry friend but a safe distance from Santa must always be maintained. Tuesdays and Wednesdays 6:00pm-8:30pm from 12 November – 24 December.
Pet Christmas Photography at Westfield:
Make it a very furry Christmas at Westfield. Online bookings required!
MT GRAVATT
28 November – 17 December
You can find out more about pet Santa photos at Westfield Mt Gravatt here.
CARINDALE
15 November – 8 December.
There are more details on getting your pet Santa photos at Westfield Carindale here.
CHERMSIDE
20 November – 13 December
You can find more information on pet Santa photos at Westfield Chermside here.
NORTH LAKES
20 November – 11 December.
There is more information on getting your pet Santa photos at Westfield North Lakes here.
The Grinch Pet Photos
Feeling more Grinchy than Christmassy this year? Head over to Petacular in Mt Ommaney for Pet Photos with the Grinch! Book online here
Where: 129/171 Dandenong Rd, Mount Ommaney
Top Gold Coast Photo Locations for D.I.Y Christmas Photo Shoots
Burleigh Heads Beach: With its golden sands, rolling waves, and iconic Burleigh Heads backdrop, this beach offers a stunning setting for your Christmas photoshoot.
Currumbin Alley: The combination of the river, beach, and lush surroundings provides a beautiful natural backdrop.
The Spit: The Spit is a versatile location offering both beach and park areas, providing plenty of photo opportunities.
Tallebudgera Creek: The Creek is peaceful spot for capturing tranquil moments with your dog.
Tugun Beach: Located at the southern end of the Gold Coast, Tugun Beach boasts golden sands and a relaxed atmosphere, making it a great location for a coastal-themed Christmas shoot.
Hinze Dam: If you prefer a natural and rustic setting, Hinze Dam offers picturesque views of the dam, waterfalls, and surrounding hills. It's a scenic spot and very quiet meaning no distractions for your doggo and plenty of time to set things up.
Palm Beach Parklands: This parkland features a combination of grassy areas, picnic spots, and a sandy beach. It's a family-friendly location with plenty of space for playful and joyful photos.
Broadwater Parklands: With its wide-open spaces, playgrounds, and waterfront views, Broadwater Parklands in Southport provides a vibrant and festive atmosphere for your Christmas photoshoot.
Pizzey Park, Miami : This expansive park offers sports facilities, playgrounds, and shaded areas, allowing for diverse photo opportunities in a relaxed setting.
Top brisbane Photo Locations for d.i.y Christmas Photo Shoots
New Farm Park: There are so many beautiful locations in New Farm Park to use as a backdrop from the blooming rose gardens to the large fig trees, and the historic New Farm Rotunda.
Kangaroo Point Cliffs Park: The cliffs offer panoramic views of the Brisbane River and the city skyline. It's a great spot for capturing scenic and urban Christmas photos with your dog.
South Bank Parklands: With its sandy beach, bougainvillea-covered archways, and the Wheel of Brisbane in the background, South Bank provides a vibrant and colorful setting for your Christmas photos.
Daisy Hill Conservation Park: If you prefer a natural bushland setting, Daisy Hill offers walking trails and picnic areas surrounded by eucalyptus trees, providing a rustic backdrop for your photos.
Newstead House: This heritage-listed property with its colonial architecture, gardens, and river views creates an elegant and timeless setting for your Christmas photos.
Manly Esplanade: Manly offers a picturesque seaside atmosphere, making it an excellent choice for coastal-themed Christmas photos with your dog. The marina, pier, and sandy beach provide diverse photo opportunities.
Brisbane Powerhouse: This iconic arts and culture hub features industrial architecture and scenic views of the Brisbane River. It offers unique and artistic backdrops for creative Christmas photos.
Our Private Photo Shoot Recommendations
For any pet parents who would prefer a private photo shoot taken by professional photographer, we recommend the following
Brisbane: For north Brisbane Pet Parents, we highly recommend our friends at ‘Double M Pet Photography’. Contact them via instagram or email them at doublempetphotography.gmail.com to book your Christmas Mini Shoot.
If you want a professional photograph of your pooch sitting with Santa Claus himself, check out Sarah Woodward Photography. Sarah is based in Redcliffe and will ensure that you snap some memories to cherish forever. Online bookings are essential.
Image Credit: Double M Pet Photography
Gold Coast: On the Gold Coast, ‘This Day Photography’ is offering Christmas Photo Shoots on the beach. Visit their online booking form to secure your photo shoot.
Image Credit: This Day Photography
Would you like some help taking your Christmas Photos? Happy Hounds Dog Walking and Pet Sitting also offers Pet Assistant Services. We’ll help care for you dog and engage them during photo shoots to help you get the very best photos possible. Contact us to enquire!
