# Santa on the Terrace

> Event for families in the Austin–Round Rock–San Marcos area (TX). Times are Central Time.

- When: Sat, Nov 28 · 11:00 AM – 2:30 PM
- Where: The Long Center for the Performing Arts, 701 W. Riverside Drive, Austin, TX 78704
- Ages: Check age guidance
- Price: FREE holiday photo opportunity
- Organizer: The Long Center, presented by H-E-B
- Official page: https://thelongcenter.org/events/santa-on-the-terrace-26/
- Last checked: Mon, Nov 9

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## About

A free holiday photo event on the Long Center Terrace where visitors line up for photos with Santa in his sleigh against the downtown skyline, meet Mrs. Claus and take elf-themed photos. Photos are sent to your phone and printed on site, and leashed pets are welcome.

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