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
Dates: Morning sessions on 9, 16, 22, 29, 30 Nov and 6, 7 Dec
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 carpark
Access from carpark: Flat, short walk on gravel and grass
Amenities: Coffee van, toilet block, dog friendly facilities
Dates: Morning sessions on 15, 23, 30 Nov and 6, 7 Dec
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
Dates: Morning sessions on 15, 23, 29 Nov and 6, 7 Dec
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
Dates: Morning sessions on 8, 15, 16, 22, 29, 30 Nov
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. 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
Dates: 4-7pm on Sat 22 Nov, Sun 7 Dec and Sat 13 Dec 2025
Central Coast, NSW
With the laid back lifestyle, dog-friendly beaches and stunning scenery, we can’t wait to return to the Central Coast for the third time.
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
Dates: Morning sessions on 16, 23, 29, 30 Nov and 6, 7 Dec
Melbourne, VIC
We couldn’t be more excited to bring our Santa on the Beach photos to the beautiful beaches of Melbourne. This year, we’re hitting up Sandown St Dog Beach, near the iconic, colourful Brighton bathing boxes.
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
Dates: Morning sessions on 23, 29, 30 Nov and 6, 7 Dec
Perth, WA
Santa couldn’t say no to the epic sunsets and dog-friendly beaches on Australia’s West coast. For the first time ever, we’ve headed WEST and our epic 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: Shops, cafes, parks, toilets
Dates: 22 Nov (AM), 30 Nov (PM), 6 Dec (PM) and 14 Dec (PM)
