Sydney Santa photos on the beach
Since 2018, Santa has been bringing the fun to Sydney’s Northern Beaches, making it a Christmas tradition for many local families.
In 2026, Santa is visit his favourite beaches he knows and loves. Two dog-friendly locations at North Curl Curl Beach and Bayview Dog Park, and two ‘human only’ beaches at South Curl Curl and Narrabeen. Looking for something a little extra? Try our Premium Sessions at Q Station, Manly!
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Which Sydney beach will you choose?
South Curl Curl Beach
We’re back one of our favourite tried and tested beaches! 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: 8, 14, 15, 21, 22, 28 November and 5, 6, 12 December
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: 29 November and 5, 13 December
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: 29 November and 5, 6, 13 December
Narrabeen Beach
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: 7, 14, 21, 22, 28, 29 November and 6, 12 December
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: Fri 27 Nov, Sun 6 Dec, Sun 13 Dec. All sessions are 4-7pm.
Q Station, Manly (Premium session)
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5 min session
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$99 incl. gst
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Fun, friendly, fast
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Aussie beach Santa
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FREE reschedules ✳︎ 5 min session ✳︎ $99 incl. gst ✳︎ Fun, friendly, fast ✳︎ Aussie beach Santa ✳︎
Your $99 Santa Photo session includes
