St. Louis’ Most Magical Santa Experience
Where Your Child Becomes the Hero of Their Own Christmas Story
This isn’t just another Santa photo. It’s an immersive holiday adventure - complete with cookies, crafts, and a private studio setting - that transforms your child into the star of their own personalized Christmas storybook.
Only 25 Sessions Available This Season | October 17th through December 5th - Limited Dates Remain
How It Works
Reserve Your Session Below – Secure one of just 25 available spots.
Meet Santa – Your child will laugh, create, and connect with Santa in a private setting.
Capture the Story – Every magical detail is photographed, woven into your child’s personalized keepsake storybook.
Enjoy Forever – You’ll walk away with timeless holiday portraits and a storybook your family will cherish year after year.
Reserve your christmas story today
A Gift That Gives Back
Help Santa Fill His Sleigh by donating a new, unwrapped toy for children of all ages. All gifts go to Siteman Kids at St. Louis Children’s Hospital, spreading the warmth of Christmas to families who need it most. It’s giving back made magical.
What makes This Holiday Experience Different
Most Santa photos are rushed snapshots in a crowded mall. This is something magical.
✅ Personalized Christmas Story - Your child isn’t just posing with Santa; they’re becoming a character in their very own holiday tale.
✅ Interactive Experience - From decorating cookies to listening to Santa’s stories, every moment is designed to spark wonder.
✅ Heirloom Keepsakes - A handcrafted storybook and museum-quality portraits turn the memory into something you’ll treasure for generations.
✅ Stress-Free Session - Private, unhurried, and designed to bring out authentic joy - not forced smiles.
Pricing - $599
Enjoy a 45 minute private Santa experience for one child, complete with festive activities, storytelling, and professional photography.
Your session includes the artist’s time to transform your child’s magical moments into heirloom-quality art and a $300 credit toward your personalized storybook, prints, or keepsakes.
Add additional siblings from the same household for $50 each (up to three children total). Your art credit can be applied to any of our premium offerings, so every child leaves with something truly special.
For families with more than three children, please call us to discuss custom arrangements.
Cousin / Family Sessions
Planning a multi-family visit? Each family participates with its own session fee and deposit. We’re happy to coordinate details by phone to ensure everyone enjoys a seamless, magical experience.
Heirloom Keepsakes
All sessions are focused on lasting, tangible memories, not digital files. Choose from:
Wall portraits and gallery-quality prints
Personalized storybooks
Ornaments, Christmas cards, and custom gifts
All products are à la carte, giving you complete flexibility to create your perfect family keepsakes.
All pricing is subject to applicable sales tax.
FAQ — Quick Answers for Wondering Parents
How long is the session? Where is the Studio?
About 45 minutes - private, immersive, and unhurried at our private photography studio near The Grove & Missouri Botanical Garden.
What ages work best?
Most families bring children ages 3-10, but siblings of any age are welcome.
What’s included for $599?
The 45 minute session, $300 art/storybook credit, and a guardianship of personalized storybook creation.
How do I book?
Use the scheduling calendar below, select your date and time, and secure your session with a deposit we will send to you within 24 hours
Secure Your Magical Family Memory
Reserve Your Child’s Christmas Story Today
The Enchantment of the Experience
A Private Visit with Santa
No lines. No crowds. Just intimate, wonder-filled moments, guided by Santa himself.Interactive Holiday Activities
Pajama storytime, milk and cookies, finding their name on Santa's Nice List, planting ornaments on Santa’s tree, your child becomes part of the magicHeirloom Keepsakes & Artistry
Every session is documented with fine-art photography, then hand-finished into storybook albums, wall portraits, memory boxes, designed to be cherished for generations
Families Share the Joy
“Our kids still talk about decorating cookies with Santa, the keepsake storybook is a treasure we bring out every Christmas.” – The Hamilton Family
“It felt like we had Santa all to ourselves. The album and canvas print are so beautiful!” – Jessica R.