When Is Santa Claus Coming To Pensacola?

Get ready, because Santa Claus is coming to Pensacola! This holiday season, the man in red is spreading holiday joy all over town. So get those wishlists ready, be on your best behavior (Santa knows if you've been bad or good!) and mark your calendar. Here's when and where you can catch Santa in the Pensacola area this year!

Please note: Event dates are subject to change or cancellation. We recommend calling ahead to confirm and making reservations when possible.

Photos With Santa at Pensacola Beach Boardwalk

When: Dec. 2
Where: 400 Quietwater Beach Rd, Pensacola Beach, FL 32561
What: Experience the joy of the holiday season with Photos With Santa at Pensacola Beach Boardwalk, a delightful opportunity for families and friends. Gather at the scenic Pensacola Beach Boardwalk and take free photos with Santa in a shiny red sleigh – perfect for a memorable holiday snapshot. Bring your own camera, capture the festive spirit and make this a cherished moment to remember. Click here for more info.

Holiday Lighted Boat Parade

When: Dec. 2
Where: 7 Casino Beach Boardwalk, Pensacola Beach, FL 32561
What: Set sail into the holiday season with the Holiday Lighted Boat Parade, starting at 6:30 p.m. from Sabine Marina. Witness a spectacular procession of brightly decorated boats looping around Little Sabine Bay, offering a dazzling display along the Santa Rosa Sound/Boardwalk area, with Santa greeting children at the Quietwater Shell after the parade. Join the festivity at Shaggy’s Pensacola Beach for a pre-parade kid’s party and watch this merry maritime spectacle from various vantage points along the route. Click here for more info.

Pensacola Beach Surfin’ Santa Christmas Parade

When: Dec. 3
Where: 400 Quietwater Beach Rd, Pensacola Beach, FL 32561
What: Join the holiday excitement at the Pensacola Beach Surfin’ Santa Christmas Parade, starting from Avenida 10 at 2 p.m. Marvel as the parade travels down Via De Luna towards Casino Beach, culminating at the Gulfside Pavilion, with Santa Claus as the highlight. This unique beachside parade offers a festive blend of community spirit and holiday cheer, making it a must-see event for families and visitors alike. Click here for more info.

A Photo Experience with Santa in Downtown Pensacola

When: Select dates through Dec. 24
Where: 226 East Intendencia Street Pensacola, Florida
What: Experience the magic of the holiday season with an unforgettable Santa visit in Downtown Pensacola. Every night of the tours, Santa Claus awaits families and groups in his specially redesigned sleigh for a unique photo opportunity. Capture the joy of the season with your own camera in this cozy setting, and choose from a range of photo packages for the perfect holiday keepsake. Click here for more info.

Happy holidays, Pensacola! Wishing you a joyful season filled with warmth and happiness.

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