While you won’t be able to sit on Santa’s lap this year, you will be able to see him at each park in Disney World along with Disney Springs. Finding him might be a little bit hard unless you know where to look. That is why we made a list of where you can find Santa at Disney World in 2024.
Where to Find Santa at Disney World
This year you will be able to find Santa at all 4 Disney World parks as well as in Disney Springs. Here is where you should look for the big guy:
Where to See Santa in Magic Kingdom
At Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, Santa can be found inside the gazebo behind Ye Old Christmas Shop in Liberty Square.
There is a Disney photographer there to take your photo.
You can also see Santa at Magic Kingdom during the daily Christmas parade after December 22.
Where to See Santa in EPCOT
You can meet Santa at EPCOT over at The Odyssey Pavilion.
This building is located near the borders of World Celebration and World Showcase.
Santa appears in a sleigh and guests can have a photo sitting with Santa in this location.
Where to See Santa in Animal Kingdom
The only place to find Santa in Animal Kingdom is when he appears on the Festive Flotilla.
Where to See Santa in Hollywood Studios
You can find Santa Claus on the Merry Motorcade, where old St. Nick will travel up Hollywood Blvd. in his candy-apple red convertible, packed with a sack of presents!
Where to See Santa in Disney Springs
From November 11 through December 24, 2024, there will be a virtual queue to meet Santa Claus in Disney Springs at Once Upon A Toy.
There is NO STANDBY line.
You need to use the My Disney Experience App to see Santa!
- 9:00 AM
- Noon
- 3:00 PM
- 6:00 PM
Looking for some magical dining experiences, check these out:
- Breakfast with Santa at Maria & Enzos
- Breakfast with Santa at T-REX on December 11
- Breakfast with Santa at Rainforest Café at Disney Springs Marketplace on December 18
It’s going to be a wonderful holiday season at Disney World! We hope that you take time to enjoy the festivities and are able to spot Santa while on vacation!