Our locations

Santa on the Beach Pics has expanded to eight incredible locations around Australia!

Each location offers the same seamless booking process and product that has been refined over the past 8 years, but with a unique take from an experienced, local professional photographer.

Northern Beaches, Sydney NSW

Our Northern Beaches Santa photos are where it all began back in 2018.

South Curl Curl Beach

We’re returning again to one of our tried and tested beach! We love this section as it’s away from the flags and less busy than other areas.

  • Dog-friendly? No, this is a human only session

  • Background: Surf beach, with the occasional pod of dolphins

  • Parking: Metered carpark + free street parking

  • Access from carpark: 50m downhill walk on sand

  • Amenities: Coffee van, toilets at South Curly Surf Club, cafe

  • Inclusions: 5 min session, 5 digital images, delivered in 5 business days

  • Dates: 2026 dates will be released soon. Join the waitlist below!


Bayview Dog Park 🐾

This is the dog-friendly spot where we started out in 2018. Bayview is a dedicated off-leash dog beach with plenty of room for your dog to romp around.

  • Dog-friendly? Yes, off leash dedicated dog park

  • Background: Flat water, bay, boats, wharf. Lots of dogs!

  • Parking: Huge metered car park

  • Access from carpark: Flat, short walk on gravel and grass

  • Amenities: Coffee van, toilet block, dog-friendly facilities

  • Inclusions: 5 min session, 5 digital images, delivered in 5 business days

  • Dates: 2026 dates will be released soon. Join the waitlist below!


Santa Claus sitting on the beach with two children, next to a decorated Christmas tree, with a red gift bag, near the ocean.

Narrabeen Beach

Narrabeen Beach is one of our original beach locations for Christmas photos with Santa, with a big open beach and cafes nearby.

  • Dog-friendly? No, this is a human only session

  • Background: Surf beach.

  • Parking: Several metered carparks plus free street parking

  • Access from carpark: 50m downhill walk on sand

  • Amenities: Cafes, toilet block, picnic areas

  • Inclusions: 5 min session, 5 digital images, delivered in 5 business days

  • Dates: 2026 dates will be released soon. Join the waitlist below!


North Curl Curl Beach 🐾

North Curly is one of the few surf beaches in Sydney with a limited dog-friendly area, which we secure permits for each year.

  • Dog-friendly? Yes, on-leash only, limited area

  • Background: Surf beach. Can get busy, especially with Nippers.

  • Parking: Metered carpark (NOTE: don’t park at North Curly Surf Club)

  • Access from carpark: 200m flat walk across grass + sand

  • Amenities: Coffee van, toilets at North Curly Surf Club, cafe

  • Inclusions: 5 min session, 5 digital images, delivered in 5 business days

  • Dates: 2026 dates will be released soon. Join the waitlist below!


An elderly man dressed as Santa Claus in red pajamas with white trim, holding a sign that says 'Merry Christmas 2025,' standing on a sandy beach near the water with boats and a city skyline in the background.

Q Station, Manly (Premium session)

For an extra magical Christmas photo experience, book a premium session at the iconic Q Station in Manly. Twice the time, 3 times the pics!

  • Dog-friendly? No, humans only as it’s in Sydney Harbour National Park.

  • Background: Sydney Harbour with boats (+ maybe a Manly Ferry!)

  • Parking: Free parking at Q Station Reception

  • Access from carpark: Shuttle bus or 10 minute downhill walk

  • Amenities: Boilerhouse Restaurant, Accommodation, picnic spots

  • Inclusions: 10 min session, 15 digital images, delivered in 5 business days

  • Dates: 2026 dates will be released soon. Join the waitlist below!

Central Coast, NSW

With the laid back lifestyle, dog-friendly beaches and stunning scenery, we can’t wait to return to the Central Coast again in 2026!

Avoca Beach 🐾

Avoca Beach is at the heart of all the action, yet you still feel a million miles away from the hustle and bustle in this quieter little pocket.

  • Dog-friendly? Yes, in the dedicated dog-friendly section

  • Background: Surf beach, with the occasional pod of dolphins

  • Parking: Metered carpark + free street parking

  • Access from carpark: 50m walk on sand

  • Amenities: Restaurants, play area, toilets, swimming area

  • Inclusions: 5 min session, 5 digital images, delivered in 5 business days

  • Dates: 2026 dates will be released soon. Join the waitlist below!

Melbourne, VIC

We couldn’t be more excited to return to the beautiful beaches of Melbourne! We’ll be back at Sandown St Dog Beach, a short drive from the iconic Brighton bathing boxes. On a sunny day you’ll even see the Melbourne City skyline in the background!

Sandown St, Brighton 🐾

Just a 5min drive from the famous Brighton Bathing Boxes (pictured), Sandown St Dog Beach is the perfect spot for Melbourne’s most iconic Santa photos.

  • Dog-friendly? Yes - on the off leash dog beach, end of Sandown St

  • Background: Sandy beach, calm water, boats, Melbourne city skyline

  • Parking: Limited free and metered street parking

  • Access from carpark: Flat walk on footpath, short walk on sand

  • Amenities: Short walk to Yacht Club, Brighton Baths, cafes, toilets

  • Inclusions: 5 min session, 5 digital images, delivered in 5 business days

  • Dates: 2026 dates will be released soon. Join the waitlist below!

Perth, WA

Santa couldn’t say no to the epic sunsets and dog-friendly beaches on Australia’s West coast. In 2026, we’re returning to the West and our friendly local team can’t wait to snap your Christmas photos.

Rockingham Beach, Perth 🐾

Rockingham Beach is the perfect spot for our dog-friendly Santa photos, with calm, clear waters, plenty of space for dogs to run around and just 45 minutes South of Perth.

  • Dog-friendly? Yes

  • Background: Sandy beach, calm clear water, boats

  • Parking: Free street parking

  • Access from carpark: Flat walk on sand

  • Amenities: Toilet block, park, car park

  • Inclusions: 5 min session, 5 digital images, delivered in 5 business days

  • Dates: 2026 dates will be released soon. Join the waitlist below!

Fun Christmas photos on the beach with Santa that the whole family (including the dog) will love