MORE THAN A PHOTOGRAPH
For a few magical moments, they truly
believe they have found Santa’s home.
A magical, one-family-at-a-time visit inside Santa’s cozy home, thoughtfully photographed so you can remember the wonder forever. There are no crowded malls, long lines or hurried greetings. Your family steps into a private Christmas world where wishes are whispered, stories are shared and genuine moments unfold naturally.
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Believe
A richly designed environment that allows children to step fully into Santa’s world.
Connect
Private time for your family to laugh, talk and experience the joy without distractions.
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Remember
Beautiful professional photographs that preserve the expressions you never want to forget.
WHAT HAPPENS INSIDE
Your family becomes part of the story.
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Arrive at the hidden entrance in Emeryville.
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Step through the portal into Santa’s cozy home.
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Share stories, wishes and playful moments with Santa.
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Let us quietly photograph the magic as it happens.
EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW
The Christmasville Experience
EXPERIENCE
15 private minutes
One family at a time with Santa.
LOCATION
Emeryville, California
Easy East Bay access by appointment.
INVESTMENT
Starting at $275
Includes one digital photograph.
YOUR PHOTOGRAPHS
Private online gallery
Select favorites after your experience.
Additional digital images, the full gallery, albums, holiday cards and framed artwork are available after your session.
THE HEART OF CHRISTMASVILLE
Meet This Year's Santas
Each of our professional Santas has been carefully chosen to create the same magical Christmasville experience. Browse their available dates below and click to learn more about each one.
Santa Steve
Nov 1 - Dec 5, 13
Santa Scot
Nov 7, 8, 14, 21, 22
Santa Doug
Nov 15, 28, 29 - Dec 19
Santa Solas
TBD
Santa Kippy
TBD
2026 RESERVATIONS
Reservations open September 1.
Booking Calendar opens on September 1st.
Our subscribers get early access to the calendar for 2026.
See what our families are saying...
WHY FAMILIES RETURN YEAR AFTER YEAR
"This experience was truly magical for my little one. The photographer was amazing very talented. Santa Steve was outstanding my girl loved him so so much . Deff worth it it felt as if we were at the north pole in santa's village. We are very happy with everything 😊 thank you guys"
"When you book this Santa photo experince it asks questions about your kids to make it special when they see Santa in person. My daughter was shy but so excited and they did so good and were very patient with her! I truly recommend this experience for amazing quality photos and for a memorable Santa experience! "
Trista Cambra-Flanders
"We absolutely LOVE going to Christmasville in Emeryville every year. This spot is truly magical and the best immersive experience. As soon as you walk through the door, you feel as though you are transformed into the North Pole and are able to spend time with Santa, his reindeer and an elf. It is an activity we look forward to every year."
OUR PHOTOGRAPHERS
The Faces Behind the Camera
Leah Marie
Leah Marie has an eye for capturing real moments, the genuine smiles of disbelief, the sparkle in your child’s eyes when Santa presents their names on the nice list, the cozy connection between families that makes each session so special.
She is also the heart and soul behind Christmasville, a vision that’s been four years in the making. Every garland, toy, and photo is part of her dream to create a space where families can feel the wonder of Christmas together. Watching families return year after year (and seeing how much the kids have grown!) is one of her greatest joys.
With over 10 years of experience photographing children, pets, family portraits, headshots, personal branding & more, she has come to be known as one of the best photographers in the Bay Area. Learn more at LeahMarieStudio.com
Fun fact: She loves peppermint mochas, has a cat named Loki, and collects vintage furniture.
Jazmine
Introducing our newest photographer—Jazmine!
Jazmine brings warmth and laughter to every session, making families feel right at home from the moment they step into Santa’s workshop. Her goal? To make sure your session feels effortless, fun, and full of true holiday spirit.
Her favorite moment so far this season?
“Watching the kids knock on the door waiting to see Santa and how excited they get that he is coming out to play.”
Fun Facts: Jazmine is the designated Christmas tree decorator at home, loves baking cookies, and can read 100 pages of a book in an hour!