Capture the Magic at Ottawa’s Favourite Santa Experiences!
Two Locations, Endless Memories
A Magical Experience
This year, experience double the Christmas magic at our two convenient Ottawa locations: Billings Bridge and Carlingwood. Join us for festive fun with Santa Claus, Grumpy Santa at Carlingwood, and Mean Green at Billings Bridge. Whether you seek a classic holiday moment or a unique twist, our Santa experiences promise laughter, warmth, and lasting memories.
What To Expect
Walk-Ins Only
No appointments or pre-paying needed! Our experiences are optimized to ensure steady flows and minimal wait times. Still curious about average wait times? Check our Line-Tracker above.
Great Value
Visiting is Free and we offer affordable Photo Packages starting at $30, with options for digital and printed keepsakes to treasure forever.
Professional Santas
Meet quality Santas, from real to realistic fake beards! All our Santas are screened to ensure a safe, joyful experience for all.
Specialty Characters
Meet unique special characters like Mean Green Santa at Billings Bridge and Grumpy Santa at Carlingwood – for a fun holiday twist!
Professional Local Photographers
Our skilled, local photographers ensure high-quality photos you’ll cherish.
Bilingual Characters
Enjoy Santa and our specialty characters in both English and French, creating a welcoming experience for everyone.
Where To Visit
November 23rd — December 28th
Experience the holiday magic at Billings Bridge, where you can meet Santa Claus and the playful, mischievous Mean Green Santa. Conveniently located in central Ottawa, Billings Bridge offers a new, modern, family-friendly set – ideal for creating unforgettable holiday memories!
November 16th — December 24th
Join us at Carlingwood Shopping Centre for a classic holiday experience with Santa Claus and the ever-grumpy but lovable Grumpy Santa. Enjoy a cozy and festive setup, that provides a welcoming spot to create holiday memories with family and friends. Conveniently located in Ottawa’s west end.
Capture Memories Your Way
Enjoy a festive holiday visit with no bookings or pre-payment required! Our goal is to create a memorable experience for everyone, capturing high-quality photos to cherish. Packages start at $30, with options to customize based on the memories you want to keep. Same-day digital album delivery and prints are available for your convenience.
FAQs
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Carlingwood features Santa Claus and Grumpy Santa.
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Billings Bridge offers Santa Claus and Mean Green Santa.
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This year, Spooky Santa will not be making an appearance due to scheduling conflicts. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and look forward to welcoming him back for the 2025 season!
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Yes, we have Sensory-Friendly Silent Santa mornings every Sunday in December. These are designed to provide a calm, welcoming environment for families who may benefit from a quieter experience.
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No, our Santa experiences are walk-in only! No bookings or pre-payments are required, so you can visit whenever it’s convenient. Visits remain free, and professionally photographed portraits captured during your visits are available for purchase afterward. Enjoy the magic of the season with us!
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No, visiting Santa, Grumpy Santa, and Mean Green Santa is free! Our goal is to create a welcoming experience for everyone. Professional photos are available for purchase after your visit, with packages starting at $30.
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Our packages start at $30. We offer a variety of options, including digital albums and same-day print add-ons, so you can choose the package that best fits your needs.
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We accept cash, credit, and debit for all photo purchases at the photo desk.
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When you arrive, simply line up and wait for your turn. After your visit with Santa, head to the photo desk to review and purchase your photos.
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We typically take 12-16 photos per visit, but the number may vary based on individual and group interactions.
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Yes! We offer pet-friendly nights on Mondays and Fridays at both Carlingwood and Billings Bridge. Please ensure pets are well-behaved and comfortable around Santa.
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Personal digital album links will be emailed to you within minutes of completing your purchase. You can also follow the instructions on the client card we provide. Same-day prints are offered and take only a few moments to prepare.
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All our Santas and Characters are professionally screened and have obtained an up to date Vulnerable Sector Police Check and are trained to ensure a safe, family-friendly experience.
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Wait times can vary, especially during peak hours. For a smoother visit, check our line tracker to see current wait times before you arrive.
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Absolutely! Our photographers aim to capture a variety of moments, including family group shots, candid photos, and individual poses. Let our staff know if you have specific requests.
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Additional prints can be ordered after your visit directly through your online personal album. Simply click the "Buy" option to view the available options. Unfortunately, at this time, we are unable to sell any digital images that were not selected and added to your album at the time of purchase.
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Unfortunately, at this time we do not offer any volume discounts for multiple packages. We appreciate your understanding.
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Stay tuned, we will have the schedule up very soon.
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We welcome visitors to use personal cell phones to capture moments from the sides of the set, but please avoid the photographer’s area unless given permission, as there is sensitive equipment in use. Point-and-shoot, DSLR, and mirrorless cameras (cameras with detachable lenses) are not allowed, and absolutely no flash photography is permitted. Please ensure you only photograph your own family.
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If you’ve purchased your photos but haven’t received an email, visit the “Gallery Access” button at the top of the page and enter your card code to access your album. If the code doesn’t work, please fill out our “Missing Album Request” form for assistance.
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At this time, we do not offer the option to review photos from home. To select and purchase your album, please return to the location in-store, where our staff can assist you in reviewing and activating your chosen photos.
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Our priority is to ensure everyone can enjoy a free, festive visit with Santa. Photos are a byproduct of a quality experience, and our goal is to make it accessible for all. Over the past four years, we found that reservations resulted in a high cancellation rate (around 30%) and created logistical challenges that detracted from the overall experience. We’ve learned that a first-come, first-served approach allows us to welcome more families and create better, more convenient experiences.
We’re actively working on new ways to enhance customer experience in the future and appreciate your understanding. For your convenience, we’ll have a line tracker on our website during peak periods, so you can check wait times in real-time.
What Visitors Are Saying
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Fyrescope provides an amazing experience. They do not rush you and they take the time to get multiple good photos. Their photographers take really nice photos and leave us with great memories. We have been coming to Carlingwood since 2016 and will continue coming as the experience cannot be beat. I love that you get many photos for a good price. The whole team is friendly and wonderful.
- Google Review
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Took my kids to get Santa pictures at Carlingwood mall and we got the best service from FyreScope. The staff was so nice the quality of the pictures are very good. It was easy to receive our pictures. Will be going back next you!!
- Google Review
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I am amazed how great the staff was and Santa!! I'm originally from Niagara, and not once out of my 13 years I've been a mom and taking my kids to see Santa, I have had an amazing experience with staff, Santa and even kids with the camera until this year!! All of my children including our baby girl was looking at camera, staff and elves were super fast and great with our baby! This was my oldest last year for Santa as for right now lol and this was the best year!! moved here 2.5 years ago and still the b3st experience with everything here! my hubby who's from Ottawa says the same thing for this year! We were late to see Santa and I'm very happy we came here!
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What an amazing experience! We discovered this company last year in Place D'Orleans for Santa pics and we were blown away.. We specifically waited this year for them, but found out they were in Carlingwood AND with Jack Skellington. Well, the drive was worth it, what an amazing set up. Our kids love Jack and they had a blast. The set up was perfect, lines moved efficiently and the pictures were outstanding ... we couldn't have been happier. if your looking for quality pictures, professional standards and great friendly staff use this company! Thanks a lot for making our family's experience a memorable one, we will be back again! Chris and Christine.
- Facebook Review