Santa Claus Is Coming To Town! Here’s Where Kids Can Meet Santa In Singapore

For the kiddos who want to meet Santa this Christmas, we have intel on where you can find Santa in Singapore for photo ops and gift requests!

Christmas is right around the corner, so our kids are gearing up to meet Santa in Singapore! If you’re looking to keep the Santa magic alive for the kids, then here are all the places your little one can meet Santa in Singapore this Christmas! If you’re looking for fun, festive activities to keep the kids occupied at home, help them prep their Dear Santa letters to get in the festive spirit! If you’re wondering what to do when the older kids ask if Santa is real, here‘s some advice from a counsellor.

P.S. If you’ve already put up the Christmas tree and got all of the Christmas gifts sorted, then all that’s left to do is save the date for exciting Christmas events, free mall shows and Christmas fairs happening around town!

Read more: Sassy Mama’s Ultimate Guide To Christmas In SG!

Jump to:
– Where To Meet Santa In Singapore In Person
– Get A Personalised Video From Santa
– Find Proof That Santa Exists
– Meet Santa Claus Virtually In Singapore
– See Where Santa Is
– Get Handwritten Letters From Santa

Where to meet Santa in Singapore in person:

Shaw Plaza: Meet Santa & join festive craft workshops

This Christmas, Santa will make a pitstop at Shaw Plaza, where you’ll find festive treats and activities for the whole family! If you love sweet treats, this one’s for you because Shaw Plaza will be celebrating The Great Candyland Christmas. Plan a visit to Shaw Plaza to snap a photo with the man in the red suit and redeem a free candy cane! There are limited passes per session, so be sure to head down early to snag your pass before they’re gone.

After you’ve told Santa what you want for Christmas this year, stay on for exciting Christmas activities for the young and the young-at-heart! Craft your own Christmas keepsakes, including shrink-art keychains and clay magnets, to bring home the festive cheer. Plus, little ones can take home free colouring sheets and groove to the beat of live Candyland performances on the weekends. If you spend just $20, you’ll get a chance to join the Stuff-Your-Socks challenge to grab as many festive goodies as you can in one minute! If you’ve yet to check off your Christmas gift shopping list, spend $30 to make your $1,000 Christmas wish (it might just be granted)!

When: 29 – 30 November, 6 – 7, 13 – 14, 20 – 21 December 2025, 11am – 2pm
Where: Shaw Plaza, Atrium, Level 1, 360 Balestier Road, Singapore 329783
How much: Free!

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The Christmas Atelier: Meet Santa & shop over 100 local brands (FREE!)

Keen to get some Christmas shopping done? Head to The Christmas Atelier, where you can shop from over 100 local brands, specially curated by The Atelier & Co. This year’s exciting, candy-themed Christmas Village features plenty of gifts for everyone, IG-worthy photo opportunities and delicious holiday treats. Plus, keep an eye out for Santa Claus, who will be making an appearance too!

When: 27 – 30 November 2025, 11am – 9pm
Where: The Cube, Asia Square, 8 Marina View, Singapore 018960
How much: Free!

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Cosford Container Park: Meet Santa at Christmas Fair (FREE!)

We know Santa’s been busy delivering gifts to kids around the world, but if we’re lucky, he might just make a pitstop at Cosford Container Park again this year. Plan a fun family day out for their Christmas Market Edition, and keep an eye out for a Santa meet-and-greet. Enjoy the festive treats and promos taking place at the eateries here. Follow them on Instagram for updates.

When: 20 & 21 December 2025, 1pm – 9pm
Where: Cosford Container Park, 30 Cosford Road, Singapore 499550
How much: Free!

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Cluny Court: Santa meet & greet with a Christmas market (FREE!)

Put on your best festive outfit and head to Cluny Court, where you’ll get to meet one of the most popular Santas in Singapore! Snap a jolly family Christmas photo or get a pic of Santa with your kiddos, as he ushers in the festive season at the mall’s annual Christmas fair.

When: 27 – 30 November, 4 – 7 December, 11 – 14 December & 18 – 21 December 2025, 11am – 6pm (Thursday – Saturday) & 11am – 5pm (Sunday). Do note that this is on a first-come, first-served basis, so get there early to avoid a long queue!
Where: Cluny Court, 501 Bukit Timah Road, Singapore 259760
How much: Free!

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Christmas Wonderland: Visit Santa’s Village at Gardens by the Bay

Every year, we look forward to Santa’s appearance at Christmas Wonderland. After the kids have had their fill of yummy festive delights, head over to Santa’s Village within Christmas Wonderland at Gardens by the Bay. Here, you will get to meet Santa and take pictures with him before he heads off to deliver presents to boys and girls all over the world. Read more here.

When: 29 November 2025 – 1 January 2026, 6:30pm – 11pm
Where: Christmas Wonderland, Gardens by the Bay, 18 Marina Gardens Drive, Singapore 018953
How much: No extra charge for pics with Santa once you have a Christmas Wonderland ticket (price TBC).

Read more: Best Christmas Events In Singapore

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Lendlease Malls: Roving Santa at three malls (FREE!)

This Christmas, JOGUMAN lands in Lendlease Malls, where you can look forward to plenty of festive activities and live entertainment to help you ring in the festive season. On selected dates in December, Santa will make his way around the malls to spread festive cheer! Plus, you might also spot a roving snowman at Parkway Parade.

Roving Santa at 313@Somerset
When: 12, 13, 14, 19, 20, 21, 24 and 25 December 2025, 5pm & 6pm
Where: 313@Somerset
How much: Free! More info here.

Roving Santa at Jem
When: 13, 14, 20, 21 and 25 December 2025, 2pm – 3pm & 5pm – 6pm
Where: Jem
How much: Free! More info here.

Roving Santa at Parkway Parade
When: 13, 14, 20, 21 and 25 December 2025, 2pm – 3pm & 5pm – 6pm
Where: Parkway Parade
How much: Free! More info here.

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VivoCity: Catch roving Santa in the mall (FREE!)

Looking for a place to get your Christmas gift shopping done? VivoCity is one of the biggest malls in Singapore that has it all. Every Christmas, you can look forward to a festive carnival with Christmas-themed games. Plus, you might even run into Santa on the weekends!

When: November – December 2025, timing TBC.
Where: VivoCity, 1 HarbourFront Walk, Singapore 098585
How much: Free!

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Universal Studios Singapore: Meet Santa & Mrs Claus

Every Christmas, Mr. and Mrs. Claus make a stop at Universal Studios Singapore to spread festive cheer! Look forward to a brand-new Christmas show that often ends with a magical snowfall experience. Plus, snap festive photos and enjoy meet & greets with some of your favourite characters.

When: November 2025 – 1 January 2025, timing TBC.
Where: Universal Studios Singapore, 8 Sentosa Gateway, 098269
How much: Free with admission ticket to Universal Studios Singapore (from $69). Click here to purchase.

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Allgreen Malls: Santa storytelling & festive workshops (FREE!)

This Christmas, Santa will be stopping by three malls in Singapore to read stories to the young and old! Plus, don’t miss exciting festive workshops and activities for the whole family.

Santa Storytelling @ Great World
When: 6, 7, 13, 14, 20 & 21 December 2025, 3pm – 4pm
Where: Great World, Level 1, Atrium, 1 Kim Seng Promenade, Singapore 237994
How much: Free! More info here.

Santa Storytelling @ Pasir Ris Mall
When: 21 & 25 December 2025, 4pm
Where: Pasir Ris Mall, B2 Atrium, 7 Pasir Ris Central, Singapore 519612
How much: Free! More info here.

Santa Storytelling @ Tanglin Mall
When: 13, 14, 20 & 21 December 2025
Where: Tanglin Mall, 163 Tanglin Road, Singapore 247933
How much: Free! More info here.

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While we wait for more deets on where to meet Santa in Singapore this year, here’s a review of where Santa made an appearance last year! 

Pasir Ris Mall: Meet & Greet with Santa and Snowman (FREE!)

Get ready for an exciting line-up of holiday fun at Pasir Ris Mall this Christmas. From DIY gift workshops to life-sized gachapons and a Christmas market, there’s something for everyone! Save the date for an unmissable meet and greet with Santa Claus and Snowman for a unique photo opportunity for the books! More info here.

When: 8, 15, 22, 24 & 25 December 2024, 2pm – 3pm & 7pm – 8pm
Where: Pasir Ris Mall, 7 Pasir Ris Central, Singapore 519612
How much: Free!

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Great World: Storytelling sessions with Santa (FREE!)

This Christmas, kids can get a free Christmas passport and unlock exciting gifts from participating stores at Great World. They can also get hands-on with holiday workshops to create Christmas ornaments or enjoy sensory activities. Best of all, they can sit at Santa’s feet for a captivating storytelling session.

Storytelling with Santa:
When: 7, 14 & 21 December 2024, 7pm
Where: Great World Level 1 Atrium
How much: Free!

Santa & Friends Walkabout:
When: 10, 19 & 24 December 2024, 6pm
Where: Great World Level 1 Atrium
How much: Free!

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World Christmas Market: Snap a pic with Santa (FREE!)

This Christmas, take the kids to the World Christmas Market at The Promontory at Marina Bay, where they can experience interactive festive activities. Little ones will love the Gingerbread House Bouncy Castle, while mums and dads can check off their Christmas shopping and enjoy live performances. Best of all, the whole family can take a picture with Santa at the Season of Dreams! More info here.

When: 5 – 25 December 2024, 5pm – 11pm (Monday to Thursday), 4pm – 11pm (Friday to Sunday)
Where: The Promontory@Marina Bay, 11 Marina Boulevard, Singapore 018940
How much: Free!

Read more: Best Christmas Markets & Festive Fairs In Singapore

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Cafe Melba: Santa & festive activities (FREE!)

This Christmas, get ready for an unforgettable celebration at Cafe Melba. Kids can join a Gingerbread workshop with Chef Jenna, unwind with Camprockit’s fun games, and spin the wheel to win amazing prizes. Grown-ups can sit back and watch a live music band, while the little ones will be delighted to meet Santa in person!

When: 8 December 2024 (Cafe Melba Mediapolis) and 15 December 2024 (Cafe Melba Goodman), 10am – 4pm
Where: Cafe Melba Mediapolis & Cafe Melba Goodman
How much: Free!

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Furama City Centre: Santa’s Festival

Take the kids to meet Santa Claus and capture the magic and joy of Christmas with a professional photography session. Choose from two packages for this Santa meet & greet. The Rudolph Package gives you one printable family photograph for up to seven people, while the Dasher Package gives you a selection of three printable family photographs of up to seven people.

When: 29 November – 22 December 2024
Where: Furama City Centre, 60 Eu Tong Sen Street, Singapore 059804
How much: $30 for the Rudolph Package and $40 for the Dasher Package.

Read more: Where To See Snow In Singapore

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Get a personalised video from Santa

Portable North Pole (PNP): Personalised video for your child

We love that the Portable North Pole has free personalised Santa videos for kiddos, where Santa even says your kid’s name! Simply fill in the form with your little one’s name (there are different pronunciations to choose from!) together with a picture, and PNP will create a customised Christmas greeting from Santa. Try a simple video for free, or pay for an interactive video or live call. The videos are wallet-friendly.

Portable North Pole, www.portablenorthpole.com

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Find proof that Santa exists

Catch a Character: ‘Snap’ a photo of Santa in your living room

If “proof” of Santa existing is what you’re after, this is it! Download the easy-to-use Catch a Character app. We love how easy this website is to use! Snap a picture of your Christmas tree, child’s bedroom or the family living area and then choose a Santa to superimpose into your image. You can create an unlimited number of images for free and even opt for Santas in a range of ethnicities.

Catch a Character, www.catchacharacter.com

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Meet Santa Claus virtually in Singapore

Visit With Santa: Interactive Zoom call with Santa

Meet Santa Claus in Singapore over a 5- or 10-minute, interactive Zoom call with Visit With Santa! One kid can meet Santa one-on-one, or siblings can share a chat with Santa. We love that you can even invite the grandparents to join in. You can even record this virtual visit, so you can capture the Christmas magic with Santa.

Visit With Santa, www.visitwithsanta.com

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Virtual Santa Claus Visits: Experience the magic of Christmas

Kids can “meet” Santa in Singapore from the comfort of their home with Virtual Santa Claus Visits. This meeting with Santa Claus is about 5 to 15 minutes in length, and you can extend the time if there’s more than one child who wants to meet Santa in Singapore. Depending on the package you purchase, kids can enjoy a Q&A session with Santa, sing-alongs of popular Christmas songs and more.

Virtual Santa Claus Visits, www.virtualsantaclausvisits.com

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See where Santa is

Santa Tracker Programmes: Follow Santa’s journey

Every year since 1955, the North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) has run a tracking simulation for Santa Claus. The NORAD Santa Tracker opens each year on 1 December. However, the real fun doesn’t begin until Christmas Eve, when kids can follow his journey from the North Pole to houses around the world in real time!

Alternatively, follow Santa’s journey around the world on the Google Santa Tracker throughout December. We love that this website also has fun, educational and interactive activities for the whole family. Kids can play and learn with Santa’s elves through these virtual games.

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Get handwritten letters from Santa: Personalised letter

Can’t be fussed with new-fangled tech for your child’s interaction with Santa Claus? If you’ve downloaded our free “Dear Santa” template for your kids to fill out, they may be hoping for a reply. Reach out to Santa’s Letter Factory for a personalised letter from Santa to your child. In addition to a customised letter, each letter package also includes a special map showing the route he’ll take from the North Pole to your home, a Nice List certificate for your child and more, all wrapped in a decorative Santa envelope.

There are also other packages with more magic–think door hangers with special messages from Santa, window stickers, collectable plates and mugs, a magical bell from Santa’s suit, reindeer food made by Mrs Claus herself and even a packet of magic snow. Alternatively, browse through Etsy for handmade letters.

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