Photos With Santa
The Historic KATY Train Depot in Frontier Park has been a Saint Charles landmark since it opened in 1893. But not many people know that during the holiday season, Santa uses it as a special workshop outpost as he counts down to Christmas Eve. Mr. Claus wants to let you in on the secret as he welcomes you to become an “honorary elf”, as you explore the workshop, get a glimpse of his busy mailroom, and witness the majestic Reindeer Hall of Fame, where you can learn some of the stories of Santa’s lesser-known reindeer (you know…the ones that didn’t have a red nose).
While you're there, you can also have a meet and greet with the big guy AND get a memento of this holiday memory with your very own "Photo with Santa"!
Santa is excited to meet with visitors in his cottage during the following hours*:
Opening Day & Saturdays: 12:45 PM to 7:30 PM**
Sundays: 12:45 PM to 4:00 PM**
Wednesdays: 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM**
Christmas Eve: 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM**
* Santa will be taking a brief milk and cookie break during the following times: Opening Day & Saturdays (3:00 PM to 3:20 PM and 5:30 PM to 5:50 PM), Sundays (2:30 PM to 2:50 PM)
**The end times listed are the times that Santa must depart the KATY Depot. To ensure the best chance to visit with Mr. Claus, be in line at least 45 minutes before the listed end time.
Visitor Tip: Looking for the best time to get your photo with Victorian Santa Claus with a minimal wait? Visit him on Wednesday evenings during "A Christmas Carol" Stroll to enjoy lighter crowds than busy weekends.
High-quality professional photos with Victorian Santa Claus are available as a souvenir of your visit.
Photo packages:
- Package A – $30 (2-5x7 prints)
- Package B – $35 (1-5x7, 3-wallet-sized prints, 1 photo ornament)
- Additional ornaments (with Package B) – $5 each
- Package C – $50 (All digital images)
- Package D – $30 (1-8x10 print)
- Package E – $65 (2-5x7 prints, all digital images)
