# Free Photos with Santa

> Event for families in the New York–Newark–Jersey City area (NY / NJ). Times are Eastern Time.

- When: Fri, Nov 27 (+1 more date) · 3:00 PM
- Where: Jenkinson's Boardwalk, 300 Ocean Ave., Point Pleasant Beach, NJ 08742
- Ages: All ages
- Price: Check official pricing
- Organizer: Jenkinson's Boardwalk
- Official page: https://oceancountytourism.com/event/free-photos-with-santa/
- Last checked: Fri, Oct 30

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## About

Free photos with Santa aboard the amusement park train at Jenkinson's Boardwalk over the holiday weekend. Families can climb on the train for a picture with Santa, and a limited number of amusement rides are also open during the event. A quick, easy holiday stop for young children who want to meet Santa and maybe squeeze in a ride or two on the boardwalk.

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