BANNER ELK, NORTH CAROLINA
Meet Santa at The Ski Shack
Take a quick break from gearing up and step into a little Christmas magic. Santa is visiting The Ski Shack on select days leading up to Christmas, with simple meet-and-greet options and photo packages handled by our staff. It’s an easy add-on to your day of skiing or snowboarding — no long lines, no big production, just warm memories.
Santa Schedule
Santa sessions: Sundays, Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays through December 21, 2025.
Santa is on-site from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM on those days for walk-up meet-and-greets and photo options. All photos are taken by Ski Shack staff so you can stay present with the kids and enjoy the moment.
It’s a simple add-on to your rental visit — pop in for skis or snowboards, let the kids say hi to Santa, and walk out with memories that last longer than the snow.
Session & Photo Packages
$10
- Quick visit with Santa
- Perfect for little ones who just want to say hi
Ideal add-on while you’re in for rentals.
$25
- Meet-and-greet with Santa
- One 8×11 high-quality photo print
Great for a keepsake to frame or gift.
$35
- Meet-and-greet with Santa
- One 8×11 photo print
- Two 5×7 photo prints
Our most popular option for families who want extra prints for grandparents and relatives.
Private Family Sessions
Private sessions are available in 30-minute increments and include one-on-one time with Santa in a more relaxed setting for your family.
For private session rates and availability, please call the shop during normal hours.
All Santa photos are taken by Ski Shack staff. Availability may vary due to weather or holiday conditions.
Come for the rentals, stay for the memories. While you’re getting set up with skis or snowboards, take a few minutes to let the kids visit Santa and grab a photo that’ll outlast the season.