The Santa Claus Experience

The Most Magical Day of Your Kid’s Year

Step into a world of twinkle lights, holiday warmth, and pure Christmas magic. Now in its seventh year, The “Original” Santa Claus Experience has become a beloved community tradition for families looking to slow down and truly savor the wonder of the holidays.

This isn’t just a photo session. It’s a private, one-on-one experience where your child gets to meet the real Santa in an intimate, beautifully styled studio space. No lines. No distractions. Just meaningful moments, big smiles, and memories that last long after the season ends.

Each session also includes time at a second holiday-themed set, perfect for timeless family portraits and your Christmas card photo.

It’s cozy. It’s magical. And it’s one of our most anticipated events of the year.

This Year’s Session Dates:

November 7 + 8

November 14 + 15

November 21 + 22

Location & Set Designs

We’re so excited to welcome families to this year’s Santa Claus Experience at Fable Studio, Katie’s cozy space tucked inside the historic downtown district of Watertown. With its tall paned-glass windows and original cream city brick walls, the studio is full of warmth, charm, and that little touch of nostalgia that makes the holidays feel extra special.

This year’s event features two thoughtfully designed studio sets. Each one is created to bring the wonder of the season to life and give your family a gallery full of magic.

Set ONE: The Gingerbread Village (with Santa)

This is where your child meets the real Santa, one on one, in a quiet and intimate space designed for pure holiday wonder. Reserved just for your family, this handcrafted gingerbread-inspired set features oversized storybook houses, looping paper garlands, twinkling evergreen trees, oversized ornaments, and festive candy canes, all styled in warm neutrals, rich gingerbread tones, and classic holiday reds.

Set TWO: Gingerbread Forest (Family Portraits)

After your visit with Santa, we’ll transition over to our second handcrafted holiday set, designed specifically for beautiful family portraits and the christmas card photo you’ve been dreaming about. featuring oversized gingerbread trees, festive candy canes, and oversized ornaments all against our cream city brick wall. This set has a clean, elevated holiday feel with just the right amount of whimsy, creating a timeless backdrop that lets your family shine!

Set One:

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Set Two:

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What’s Included In The Experience?

Every Santa Claus Experience session includes:
• A private 10-minute reservation with Santa
• Full access to both beautifully styled sets
• A gift box of 4 holiday cookies from
Boudreau’s Bakehouse
• Hot cocoa to sip and savor after your session
• A private online viewing gallery with all edited images to view
• A print release with full print rights

2026 Package Options

The Santa Claus Experience – Signature

$375


Includes:
• 3 high-resolution digital images of your choice
• Option to purchase additional images for $49 each
• Option to upgrade to full gallery for $225

Perfect if you’re looking for the private experience of meeting santa, a few magical photos and want the flexibility to add on more photos later.

The Santa Claus Experience – All-Inclusive

$525


Includes:
• Full gallery of high-resolution digital images (typically +)
• Everything in the Signature package, plus all the images you love
• Best value – save $75 when booking this package vs. upgrading your gallery later

Perfect for families who want it all and don’t want to narrow anything down!

Booking and Holiday Extras

BOOK YOUR SPOT TO THE 2026 SANTA CLAUS EXPERIENCE BY joining the vip email list

Be sure to check out the Frequently Asked Questions before reserving your spot. That’s where I cover all the most common questions and walk you through what to expect—from booking to cookies to Santa hugs.

Curious what the magic looks like? Take a peek at highlights from past years of the Santa Claus Experience. Click the links below to see the joy, wonder, and sweet little moments that families still talk about.