Free Santa Photo & Reindeer Plush At Bass Pro Shops & Cabela’s Santa’s Wonderland 2026

Skip the expensive mall photo lines this holiday season. Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s have officially brought back their legendary, completely free Santa’s Wonderland event for 2026! If you want to capture the perfect holiday memory without spending a dime, this is the premier family activity of the year.

From interactive holiday games to free seasonal takeaways, here is everything you need to know to secure your family’s free spot before reservations completely fill up.

Key Dates & Free Holiday Giveaways

November 7: Santa’s Grand Arrival & Free Plushie

The magic kicks off with a massive celebration welcoming Santa to the store.

Festive Activities: Experience the official holiday tree lighting ceremony, festive music, and complimentary seasonal treats.
Freebie Alert: Kids who attend the kickoff event will score a free mini reindeer plush toy while supplies last!

November 8 – December 24: Free Photos with Santa

The main photo event runs daily leading right up to Christmas Eve.

The Free Snapshot: Every family receives a complimentary 4×6 studio-quality print with Santa Claus.
Free Video Sharing: You’ll also get a digital copy and a free shareable video link sent directly to your phone to post on social media or email to relatives.

How to Book Your Free Reservation

To keep wait times low, reservations are required to see Santa. Slots are officially open to book as of November 1, 2026.

Slots fill up incredibly fast—especially for weekend times. You can lock in your family’s preferred time slot up to 7 days in advance by visiting the Bass Pro Shops Santa’s Wonderland Booking Page or checking the Cabela’s events portal.

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