Santa Photos

santa's back for holiday 2025

Pictures with Santa

We’re pleased to announce that Santa Claus will be returning to select Petitti Garden Centers this Holiday Season. Santa is thrilled to re-connect in 2025 with Northeast Ohio families at our Avon, Bainbridge, Bath Twp., and Strongsville locations (pets welcome at Avon & Bainbridge only, please).

photo dates & times

The jolly old elf will be available to sit & visit from 12-5pm at Avon, Bainbridge, Bath Township, and Strongsville on select Saturdays & Sundays:

Saturday, Nov 29  |  Sunday, Nov 30
Saturday, Dec 6  |  Sunday, Dec 7
Saturday, Dec 13  |  Sunday, Dec 14
Saturday, Dec 20  |  Sunday, Dec 21

Following these 4 weekends, Santa will swiftly fly back to the North Pole to oversee final preparations for Christmas!

customer reviews

“Just a quick note to say how much we enjoy the Santa experience. The backgrounds are beautiful and Santa is just picture-perfect and so sweet. We intend to come back year after year.”

Kaitlyn S. | Avon visitor

 

“We went to see Santa. It’s so well done. You can get prints taken by their professional photographer…Also, the amount of holiday décor they have is AMAZING.”

Chelsea D. | Bainbridge visitor

 

“If you’re looking to visit Santa this year, Petitti’s check-in app is amazing. We checked in at home, showed up when it said, and only waited behind 2 families.”

Megan H. | Bainbridge visitor

how to reserve your spot in line

All visits with Santa are managed through our Santa Photo Check-In App, including walk-ups. Simply reserve your family’s spot in the app, and you’ll know exactly how much time you have until your magical moment with Santa. No more standing around and waiting in long lines!

On the day of your anticipated visit, use the app to score your spot in line. The app line opens for reservations at 11am on Saturdays and Sundays (one hour ahead of Santa’s start time).

Get the app by searching “Petitti Garden Centers” for iPhone or Android. Powered by ICS Net Check In™, transforming how the world waits™. Unable to use the mobile app? Hop in line using the web browser version.

packages & pricing

Our trusted professional photographers this year are our longtime partners at Cavanaugh Photography and Michael Scheutzow Photography. Pricing ranges $20-$50, and options include 5×7, 3×5, and Wallet print products, plus a hi-res digital option.

Personal camera policy: The use of personal camera devices is welcome with the purchase of any print/digital photo package. 

a magical season to

make special memories

Once a best-kept secret, Petitti Garden Centers is now a premiere destination in Northeast Ohio for pictures with Santa. Our beautiful stores, combined with whimsical scenery and exceptional service, create a truly magical moment. We looking forward to sharing the season with you!

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