The Santa Experience sold out in record time - less than 9 minutes and all spots for all 3 days were fully booked!
SO WE’VE ADDED A 4th DATE
Thursday, December 19th!!!
November 19-22, 2026 at Westlight Studios in Franklin, TN
Don’t see a time/date that works for you?
Spots for our truly magical Santa Experience are limited—we keep it cozy and personal so every family gets the time, attention, and holiday magic they deserve.
This isn’t just a photo shoot, it’s…..
The way your child’s eyes light up when they see Santa,
The moment they run to him with eagerness in their hearts,
The surprise when they realize Santa knows their name, their interests and what’s on their Christmas list,
The anticipation of finding their name on the Nice List,
The magic of snow falling from above,
The excitement of receiving a gift from Santa,
The awe and wonder as they play, eat and enjoy the joys of Christmas in Joyland!
It’s about creating lasting memories with those you love the most!
THE MERRY LITTLE DETAILS
Kick-off the Christmas season with an unforgettable Santa Experience!! Enjoy a 10 minute experience with Santa where your child can ask all their questions about the reindeer, the workshop and the elves. They can also share their Christmas lists, find their names on the Nice List, and read a Christmas story. Brigette will capture the sweet moments with the wonder and awe in your children’s eyes! At the end of your time, your children will receive a special keepsake from Santa, which is their ticket to Joyland, and then they enjoy the magic of snow from the North Pole. No waiting in lines at the mall or being rushed through their time with the jolly old elf.
This intimate setting allows you and your children the opportunity to spend time with Santa while creating memories you will cherish forever.
Welcome to Joyland!
After your visit with Santa, your family will be invited into Joyland, where even more Christmas fun awaits!
Children can enjoy delicious holiday treats from Sweethaven Ice Cream and High Brow Coffee, make their own reindeer food, create a keepsake video with our 360° camera, and soak in the joy and wonder of the season.
Within 4 weeks of your session, you'll receive an online gallery with at least 5 beautifully hand-edited images. Need your images sooner? Upgrade to Priority Gallery Delivery and receive your gallery within 7 days.
This is so much more than a photo session—it's a magical Christmas tradition your family will look forward to year after year.
Investment: $700
But wait! ✨✨✨ The fun and magic doesn’t stop there…… 👇🏼👇🏼
Make the Magic Even More Special
✨The VIP Santa Experience
🎅 Personalized Video Message from Santa
Before your session, your child will receive a personalized video message from Santa inviting them to come visit him! Santa will greet them by name and share how excited he is to meet them. This is especially helpful for little ones who may be nervous, giving them the chance to see Santa's kind face ahead of time and helping build excitement for their special visit.
📆 Priority Early Access
Be first in line for your 2027 Santa Experience before booking opens to the public. Enjoy a relaxed booking experience with the best selection of dates and times.
🎁 Santa's Surprise Gift
During your visit, Santa will reach into his big red bag and pull out a special surprise gift just for your child.
🌟 Official Nice List Certificate
Your child will receive a personalized, signed Nice List Certificate from Santa himself. A magical keepsake they'll treasure long after Christmas.
🎄 Santa Keepsake Ornament
A Polaroid photo taken during your visit will be placed inside a beautiful ornament, giving your family a treasured keepsake to take home that day!
Investment: $175
⚡Priority Gallery Delivery (7 day turnaround)
Skip the wait and receive your fully edited gallery in just 7 days instead of 4 weeks.
Perfect for ordering Christmas cards, gifts, and keepsakes while Black Friday sales are still happening!
Investment: $175
🌟 VIP Signature Bundle (Save $25)
The VIP Santa Experience + Priority Gallery Delivery
The ultimate Santa Experience, with every magical upgrade included.
✔ VIP Experience
✔ Priority Early Access for 2027 Santa Sessions
✔ Personalized Video Message from Santa
✔ Santa's Surprise Gift
✔ Official Nice List Certificate
✔ Keepsake Photo Ornament
✔ 1-Week Rush Gallery Delivery
Investment: $325(Save $25)
A Note From Santa:
Dear Families,
Ho Ho Ho! As the Christmas season draws near, I find myself thinking about you and your precious children. Their joy, their wonder, and those bright little smiles are what make my sleigh bells ring a bit louder each day.
I’m polishing my boots, fluffing my beard, and getting everything ready — because I cannot wait to see your family at The Santa Experience in Franklin this season. We’re going to share laughter, magic, and memories that twinkle brighter than the North Star.
Until then, keep the spirit glowing.
With Christmas cheer,
Santa Scott
Meet Santa
“Seeing the world through the eyes of a child is the purest joy that anyone can experience.”
What People Are Saying...
“WOW!!! Not sure what words can express how great Brigette & her staff are. We have been so fortunate the last 2 years to be able to get Santa pictures for our little man and don’t doubt how well they will turn out even if he’s a bit fussy. Brigette, Santa, and staff know how to turn the frowns into smiles and still get the best shots! Can’t wait for next years’ pictures.”
Chad
"This was our first year going to the Santa Experience and wow were we blown away! Santa is the best! My son is still unsure of him but Brigette did an amazing job! These are pictures we will cherish for years to come. Can’t wait to come back next year! Thank you!"
Amanda
“We booked with Brigette for the Santa Experience for the first time this year, and WOW what an experience it was!! My son was 10 months old at the time, and he typically is a bit shy and hates people in costumes 😂 so my expectation would be that he’d be crying in the photos! Brigette worked with us to have Santa hide for the first few minutes while we got a few smiling shots, then Santa snuck in behind us and she grabbed some of the sweetest shots of all of us with Santa. Even the photos of our son screaming and crying on Santa’s lap were adorable! She has truly found the sweetest, most kind, and gentle Santa there is. Loved spending time in joyland afterwards with hot chocolate and ice cream (and all of the other special treats). So many thoughtful and intentional touches throughout that make this so much more than just photos with Santa. Would highly recommend trying to book a slot with her for next year! 10 out of 10 experience!!!!”
Alaina
“The Santa Experience with Brigette was magical start to finish! It’s so well put together and thought out and the helpers are equally as sweet and helpful. My sister and her kids have been going for years. This was my first year, but we will definitely be back. To top it off, the photos were priceless! The Santa isn’t scary looking either!! Highly recommend!!
Anna
Remember as a kid thinking that Christmas was the best thing ever? Turns out watching your own kids at Christmas is even better.
FAQs
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Santa has YEARS of experience with children (he is Santa, after all)... there's nothing he hasn't seen! He and Brigette work effortlessly in all situations to make sure kids have a great time! We will not traumatize your child AT ALL. If you are okay with the "crying photo" (many parents love this!) then we will snap it real fast and give the child back to their caregivers. If you think your child might cry and you'd prefer them not to, then you might want to come dressed for photos because you might need to hop in and hold your child while they meet Santa.
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Tickets are non-refundable. However, because this event typically has a waitlist, you have a couple of options if you're unable to attend:
You may transfer your ticket to a friend (please let Brigette know if you do).
Or, email hello@brigettebillups.com, and we'll do our best to sell your ticket to a family on the waitlist.
Please note that same-day cancellations are not eligible for a refund. While we'll make every effort to fill your spot, we cannot guarantee that your ticket will be resold.
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You will receive a questionnaire in your email after booking that I kindly request you fill out prior to your session so Santa and Brigette know all the details to make your session the most magical it can be!
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Sure! We can snap a quick photo of the whole family with Santa, or just the whole family on the white sofa!
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This 10 minute session time is for immediate family members only (grandparents can come watch if they would like)! If you'd like to book cousins/friends together, please reach out to hello@Brigettebillups.com and we will see if we can arrange your sessions to be back-to-back.
"MAY YOU NEVER BE TOO GROWN UP TO SEARCH THE SKIES ON CHRISTMAS EVE."
"The photos are absolutely precious!!! Our boys had so much fun at the Santa experience with you! It’s crazy to look at this year’s pictures vs last year and see how much they’ve grown- time is a thief, but we’re so lucky that you’re able to freeze these sweet moments for us! We’re already planning our thanksgiving vacation around next year’s dates. We can’t wait!"
Paige
“We took our 7 month old for Santa pictures. The pictures turned out AMAZING! The decor was perfect and the Santa was so real! She was so good with our little boy!! Worth every penny and more!!! See ya next year! We can’t wait!!!!”
Sara
