There are plenty of chances for kids to visit Santa this holiday season in Collier and Lee Counties. Use this roundup of Santa Events to plan your Santa photos, breakfasts, and special meet-and-greets.
We have done our best to ensure the accuracy of the information, but it is always a good idea to verify details with each venue before you attend.
Naples
Season-Long & Multi-Date Santa Events
Santa Photos at Coastland Center
Dates: November 21–December 24, 2025 (closed Thanksgiving Day)
Location: Coastland Center, 1900 Tamiami Trl. N., Naples
Website: coastlandcenter.com
Visit Santa in the JCPenney Court for classic mall Santa photos. Walk-ups are welcome; some dates may offer reservations.
Lights of the Season & Santa’s Village
Dates: November 28–December 28, 2025
Times: Monday–Thursday, 6:30–9 p.m.; Friday–Sunday, 6:30–10 p.m.
Location: Collier Fairgrounds, 751 39th Ave. N.E., Naples
Website: collierfair.com
Drive through a glowing holiday light display, then visit Santa’s Village for festive treats, activities, and Santa sightings for the whole family.
Holiday on the Bay at The Village Shops on Venetian Bay
Dates: Select Saturdays in December 2025 (including December 13)
Time: 3–7 p.m.
Location: The Village Shops on Venetian Bay, 4200 Gulf Shore Blvd. N., Naples
Website: venetianvillage.com
Celebrate along the water with live entertainment, “snow” shows, and visits with Santa in a beautiful bayside setting.
Holiday Photos with Santa – Naples Grande Beach Resort
Dates: Select dates in December 2025
Location: Naples Grande Beach Resort, Naples
Website: naplesgrande.com
Dress up for a resort-style Santa photo opportunity in a luxurious coastal setting. Check the resort’s holiday schedule for specific dates and times.
Single-Day Santa Events in Naples
Christmas Tree Lighting and Walk
Date: Friday, December 5, 2025
Time: 6–6:30 p.m.
Location: Sugden Park Plaza, 4270 Tamiami Trl. E., Naples
Website: fifthavenuesouth.com
Celebrate with a Christmas tree lighting, living nativity, skating rink, live music, and an appearance by Santa Claus.
SnowFest 2025
Date: Saturday, December 6, 2025
Time: 3–7 p.m.
Location: Paradise Coast Sports Complex, 3883 City Gate Blvd. N., Naples
Website: collierparks.com
Enjoy a winter wonderland with giant real snow slides, photos with Santa, face painting, bounce houses, holiday entertainment, and more.
Movie on the Lawn – Pictures with Santa
Date: Thursday, December 11, 2025
Time: 5–8 p.m.
Location: Naples Area Board of Realtors, 1455 Pine Ridge Rd., Naples
Website: nabor.com
Start the evening with pictures with Santa, then enjoy pizza, candy, popcorn, beverages, and a showing of The Santa Clause.
Cookies and Milk with Santa – Eagle Lakes Park
Date: Saturday, December 13, 2025
Time: 9–11 a.m.
Cost: $3 per person; pre-registration required
Location: Eagle Lakes Park Community Center, 11565 Tamiami Trl. E., Naples
Website: collierparks.com
Kids can enjoy cookies and milk and spend one-on-one time with Santa in East Naples.
Naples Santa Paws
Date: Saturday, December 13, 2025
Time: 1–3 p.m. (Free)
Location: Santa’s Workshop near Sea Salt, 1186 3rd St. S., Naples
Website: thirdstreetsouth.com
Bring your pets for photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus at this pet-friendly holiday favorite.
Naples Jingle Bells Bash
Date: Friday, December 19, 2025
Time: 6–8 p.m.
Cost: $5
Location: Golden Gate Community Center, 4701 Golden Gate Pkwy., Naples
Website: collierparks.com
Enjoy arts and crafts, games, train rides, laser tag, inflatables, music, and a visit from Santa.
Winter Market with Free Pictures with Santa
Date: Sunday, December 21, 2025
Time: 12:30–3:30 p.m.
Location: Jeremiah’s Italian Ice, 2405-5 Tarpon Bay Blvd., Naples
Website: jeremiahsice.com
Shop a local winter market and enjoy free photos with Santa. This event is family- and pet-friendly.
Marco Island
Single-Day Santa Events
Cookies & Milk with Santa – Mackle Park
Date: Saturday, December 20, 2025
Time: 10 a.m.–12 p.m. (Free)
Location: Mackle Park, 1361 Andalusia Ter., Marco Island
Website: christmasislandstyle.com
Santa flies in by helicopter, then kids can enjoy cookies, milk, and a special visit with him at the park.
Immokalee
Single-Day Santa Events
Immokalee Tree Lighting Ceremony
Date: Thursday, December 4, 2025
Time: 6–9 p.m. (Free)
Location: South Immokalee Park, 418 School Dr., Immokalee
Website: collierparks.com
Join the community for a festive tree lighting and photos with Santa.
Breakfast with Santa – Immokalee Community Park
Date: Saturday, December 6, 2025
Time: 9–11 a.m.
Cost: $5 (credit/debit only)
Location: Immokalee Community Park, 321 N. 1st St., Immokalee
Website: collierparks.com
Enjoy a small breakfast and a special meet and greet with Santa.
Ave Maria
Single-Day Santa Events
Cookies with Santa – Sunshine Ace Hardware
Date: Saturday, December 13, 2025
Time: 9–11 a.m.
Location: Sunshine Ace Hardware, 5360 Ave Maria Blvd., Ave Maria
Website: sunshineace.com
Bring the kids to meet Santa, take photos, and enjoy cookies in the heart of Ave Maria.
Bonita Springs
Season-Long & Multi-Date Santa Events
Christmas at Farmer Mike’s
Dates: November 29–December 20, 2025 (Fridays & Saturdays)
Time: 6:30–9:30 p.m.
Location: Farmer Mike’s U Pick, 26031 Morton Ave., Bonita Springs
Website: farmermikesupick.com
Enjoy Santa visits, sleigh hay rides, a light show, games, stories, food, treats, and family fun on the farm.
Single-Day Santa Events in Bonita Springs
Pictures with Santa at the Wonder Gardens
Date: Sunday, November 16, 2025
Time: 11 a.m.–2 p.m.
Location: Wonder Gardens, 27180 Old 41 Rd., Bonita Springs
Website: wondergardens.org
Reserve a timeslot to meet Santa and take photos surrounded by lush gardens and resident animals.
Bonita Springs Holiday in the Park
Date: Tuesday, December 2, 2025
Time: 4:30–8:30 p.m. (Free)
Location: Riverside Park, 10450 Reynolds St., Bonita Springs
Website: cityofbonitasprings.org
Enjoy live music, snow, and a visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus in the heart of Bonita Springs.
Cape Coral
Single-Day Santa Events
Holiday Festival of Lights
Date: Saturday, December 6, 2025
Time: 4–10 p.m.
Location: Big John’s Plaza, 1239 Cape Coral Pkwy. E., Cape Coral
Website: holidayfestivalcc.com
Have your photo taken with Santa, ride the snow drift slide, hop on the train ride, and enjoy lots of family fun.
Holiday Boat-a-Long
Date: Saturday, December 20, 2025
Time: 4–9 p.m.
Location: Four Freedoms Park, 4818 Tarpon Ct., Cape Coral
Website: capecoral.gov
Watch a festive boat parade, enjoy live entertainment, food trucks, crafts, an outdoor movie, and a visit from Santa Claus.
Estero
Single-Day Santa Events
Santa Fest 2025
Date: Saturday, December 6, 2025
Time: 10 a.m.
Location: Estero Recreation Center, 9200 Corkscrew Palms Blvd., Estero
Website: leegov.com
Meet Santa and enjoy crafts, carolers, coffee, treats, and more holiday fun for the whole family.
Fort Myers
Season-Long & Multi-Date Santa Events
Santa Photos at Edison Mall
Dates: November 21–December 24, 2025
Location: Edison Mall, 4125 Cleveland Ave., Fort Myers
Website: shopedisonmall.com
Stop by the mall’s holiday set for photos and visits with Santa throughout the season.
Santa’s Wonderland at Bass Pro Shops
Dates: Early November–December 24, 2025 (check store for exact times)
Location: Bass Pro Shops, 10040 Gulf Center Dr., Fort Myers
Website: basspro.com
Bass Pro transforms into Santa’s Wonderland with festive décor, kid-friendly activities, and free photos with Santa on select days.
Single-Day Santa Events in Fort Myers
Breakfast with Santa at Bell Tower
Date: Friday, December 5, 2025
Time: Morning (check event details for specific time)
Location: Bell Tower, 13499 S. Cleveland Ave., Fort Myers
Website: belltowerfl.com
Enjoy breakfast, holiday activities, and personal time with Santa at this family-friendly event.
Santa & Children’s Entrepreneur Market and Family Night
Date: Thursday, December 18, 2025
Time: 5–7 p.m.
Location: Bell Tower Shops, 13499 S. Cleveland Ave., Fort Myers
Website: belltowerfl.com
Shop kid-run booths, enjoy family activities, and visit Santa for photos and holiday fun.
Christmas on the Farm – M&M Farms
Date: Saturday, December 20, 2025
Time: 3–6 p.m.
Location: M&M Farms, 5450 Higginbotham Rd., Fort Myers
Website: mmfarmswfl.com
Enjoy hayrides, hot cocoa, food trucks, vendors, a bounce house, and a chance to meet Santa and send him a letter.
Use this guide to plan your Santa visits and create magical memories with your kids all season long. For even more holiday fun, including parades, menorah lightings, markets, and concerts, check the Neapolitan Family Calendar of Events for additional listings.