Santa photos at North Point Mall's North Point Pole run Nov. 21 to Dec. 24 near Macy's. Packages are $39.99 to $64.99, with pet and sensory-friendly sessions.
Santa sets up at North Point Mall on Saturday, Nov. 21, and stays through Thursday, Dec. 24, at a photo set the mall calls The North Point Pole. Photo packages run $39.99 to $64.99, and the mall also offers pet photos and a quieter session for children who find crowds hard.
Last checked 2026-11-09.
Upcoming dates
- Sat. Nov. 21: Santa photos open after the mall’s Holiday Kick-Off, noon to 3 p.m., which ends with a marching band parade with Santa
- Sat. Nov. 21 to Thu. Dec. 24: Santa photos by appointment or as available
The mall’s page does not list Santa’s daily hours or Thanksgiving and Christmas Eve hours. The booking page shows the open times for each day.
Where it is and parking
Santa’s set is on the lower level in Center Court, near Macy’s, according to the mall’s Holiday Kick-Off listing. North Point Mall is at 1000 North Point Circle, off North Point Parkway near GA 400 Exit 9 (Haynes Bridge Road).
Parking at the mall is free, according to Once Upon a Maze, which runs its maze inside the mall. Expect the decks and lots to be busiest on Saturday, Nov. 21, when the Kick-Off and the city’s tree lighting downtown fall on the same day, and on the weekends before Christmas. Our getting around page and the road construction and closures page cover the roads near the mall.
Tickets and cost
The mall lists the same four packages for each kind of session:
| Package | Price |
|---|---|
| Package C | $39.99 |
| Package B | $49.99 |
| Package A | $54.99 |
| Package A+ | $64.99 |
The mall’s page does not say what each package includes. The booking page, run by Souvenir Photograph, shows the packages as you book. It says no payment is taken until you confirm and that rescheduling is free. Questions go to Souvenir Photograph at 833-982-2469.
Three kinds of session
- Traditional Santa photos: the usual family or child photo with Santa.
- Santa Paws: bring a dog, cat or other pet to pose with Santa.
- Silent Santa: a quiet, sensory-friendly session before the mall opens, with a calmer setting and a slower pace.
What to know
- Book early: the mall says Santa’s calendar fills up fast.
- Opening day: photos open right after the Holiday Kick-Off parade on Nov. 21, so the first afternoon will be busy.
- Other Santas nearby: Santa at Avalon opens Monday, Nov. 23, with packages from $40, and UP on the Roof downtown holds Brunch with Santa on Saturday, Nov. 28. More are in our holiday lights and Christmas events guide.
- Also at the mall: the holiday storybook maze Once Upon a Merry Maze opens Friday, Nov. 13, on the second floor.
What it means for you
- If you want a set time, book online before Nov. 21.
- Children who struggle with noise and lines can go to Silent Santa before the mall opens.
- Pet owners can bring their pets to Santa Paws.
Is your church, school or business hosting a visit with Santa? Email hello@alpharettanow.com with the date, time and place and we will list it free.
Frequently asked questions
When is Santa at North Point Mall in 2026?
From Saturday, Nov. 21, to Thursday, Dec. 24, according to the mall. Santa photos open on Nov. 21, right after the mall’s Holiday Kick-Off parade.
How much are Santa photos at North Point Mall?
The mall lists four packages: $39.99, $49.99, $54.99 and $64.99. The same prices apply to Santa Paws pet photos and Silent Santa sessions.
Where is Santa at North Point Mall?
On the lower level in Center Court near Macy’s, at North Point Mall, 1000 North Point Circle, Alpharetta.
Can you book Santa at North Point Mall ahead?
Yes. The mall links to an online booking page run by its photo company, which takes no payment until you confirm and lets you reschedule free. The mall says Santa’s calendar fills up fast.
Is there a sensory-friendly Santa at North Point Mall?
Yes. Silent Santa is a quieter session held before the mall opens. Book it through the same page as the other photo sessions.
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