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Santa's House
đź“ŤHeinz Hall Courtyard
After one-on-one time with Santa, you’ll receive a printed photo of the visit to treasure for a $10 suggested donation to the Pittsburgh Community Food Bank. It’s a great way to create memories and help support our neighbors in need this season!
REGULAR SEASON HOURS
NOV. 21 - DEC. 24, 2025
Monday - Friday: 3 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Saturday: 11 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Sunday: 11 a.m. - 6 p.m.
FINAL WEEK:
Friday & Saturday 11 am - 8 pm
Sunday 11 am - 6 pm
Monday & Tuesday 11 am - 8 pm
Wednesday 11 am - 3pm
*Hours subject to change, weather permitting. We advise checking for updated times on this website before attending.
Visit with either a Black or white Santa!
Once again, families have the wonderful option for their young ones to visit with either a Black or White Santa. Just let Santa’s helpers know which you prefer.
Photos with Santa
đź“ŤHeinz History Center
Join the Heinz History Center from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on December 5th, 6th, 13th, 20th, and 21st - to take photos with Santa Claus (museum admission ticket required.)
‘Tis the Season to See Santa at the History Center!
The holidays are back—and so is jolly Old Saint Nick! Bring the whole family to the Heinz History Center to meet Santa in the Great Hall on select days this holiday season.
Capture a merry holiday photo, share your wish list, and soak up the spirit of the season as Santa listens from an exact replica of Kaufmann’s famous Santaland chair—a true Pittsburgh tradition!
With free admission for kids and exciting new exhibitions to experience, this winter is the perfect time to make memories with your family and explore the #1 History Museum in America.
Santa visits are included with regular museum admission. Kids 17 and under always receive free admission through the Kamin “Free for Kids” Initiative.
Santa Photos at the Waterfront
đź“ŤTown Center, next to The Children's Place
Meet Santa & Take Home Priceless Memories
- Get photos with Santa at The Waterfront, and take home priceless memories you’ll treasure for years to come!
- A $5 reservation fee is required.
- Proceeds benefit Jeremiah’s Place.
- Need more info or have questions? Download Santa Photo FAQs here>>
- Walk-ins are welcome.
December 6, 13, & 20 - Saturdays, 12-5pm
December 7, 14, & 21 - Sundays, 12-5pm
Sensory Friendly Hour – Sunday, December 14 - 11am – 12pm
December 2, 9, & 16 - Tuesdays, 5-8pm
December 4, 11, & 18 - Thursdays, 5-8pm
Make your reservations at Eventbrite here
Santa Fun Kids Cruise
đź“ŤThe Gateway Clipper Fleet
Bring the whole family down aboard this Pittsburgh holiday tradition for a special meet-and-greet with Santa Claus! Aboard this holiday Pittsburgh riverboat tour, the kids will enjoy a DJ dance party and a special treat from Santa Claus! Kids, get your Christmas list in order and we’ll see you on the riverboat!
Kids-Themed Cruise & Tour Trip Details:
- Meet and greet with your favorite characters and the big man himself!
- A full-service cash bar is available on board- Must be 21+ with valid photo ID to consume alcoholic beverages.
- Gateway Clipper Fleet is now CASHLESS – our bars accept Credit/Debit cards, Apple Pay & Google Pay.
- Our friendly photo team will capture a boarding picture of your group- you can purchase the day of OR pre purchase during check out.
- Snack bar & additional kids activities are available for purchase on board
Saturdays & Sundays in December
Buy Your Tickets HERE
Season's Greetings Saturdays
đź“ŤThe National Aviary
December 6, 13, and 20 | 10 am – 2 pm | Included with General Admission
Santa and his penguin helper are coming to the Aviary! Visitors will have the opportunity to take photos with
Santa AND a penguin!
Book tickets.
Breakfast or Lunch with Santa
đź“ŤPittsburgh Zoo
Get into the holiday spirit with the return of this festive favorite annual event!
Enjoy a delicious breakfast or lunch buffet, meet ambassador animals, write a letter to Santa, and deliver it to him right here at the Zoo!
Saturdays and Sunday in December
Get your tickets HERE
PGH Santa Claus virtual
A live visit with Santa from the comfort and safety of your own home!
Events where you can see Santa in the City of Pittsburgh:
Coming soon...
Alexa Santa engagements:
Call Santa - enable this skill and say “Alexa, call Santa” and Alexa will connect you to Old St. Nick and all his friends at the North Pole.
Santa Claus - enable this skill and say “Alexa, start Santa Claus.” Alexa will ask your kid a series of questions to determine whether they are on the naughty or nice list!
Christmas Countdown - enable this skill and ask “Alexa, how many sleeps until Christmas?” to launch the Christmas Countdown Skill where she will tell you how many sleeps until Christmas and your kids will receive an update from Santa himself!
The Night Before Christmas - enable this skill and say “Alexa, Open The Night Before Christmas” to hear a three-minute version of the poem by Clement Clarke Moore
