One of our most popular festive events is returning to Birmingham Dogs Home this November, and this year Santa Paws is bigger than ever!
After selling out quickly in previous years, we’re delighted to announce that Santa has managed to clear a little more space in his very busy diary, meaning Santa Paws & Craft Fayre will now take place across a full weekend on Saturday 28th and Sunday 29th November.
Whether you’re bringing your dog, the children or the whole family, come along and create some special Christmas memories while raising vital funds for the homeless dogs in our care.
Meet Santa and capture the perfect Christmas photo
Of course, the star of the weekend will be Santa himself, who is very happy to meet dogs and children of all ages!
Your visit includes the opportunity to have a special festive photograph taken with Santa by our wonderful photographer, Jennifer Jefferies Pet Photography, who is also one of Birmingham Dogs Home’s Behaviourists.
This means we’re used to welcoming dogs with all sorts of personalities. Whether your dog is confident and ready to give Santa a kiss, a little excitable, nervous of new people or needs some extra space, our team will do everything we can to make their visit a positive experience.
With Santa Paws taking place at the end of November, your professionally edited photograph will be ready in plenty of time for Christmas – you could even turn it into your family Christmas card!
Make a day of it
There’s much more to Santa Paws than meeting the man in red. You can soak up the festive atmosphere and enjoy our Christmas shopping and craft stalls, pick up some gifts, enjoy refreshments and food, and take part in festive activities.
Children can also write their very own Letter to Santa and post it during their visit. Even better, Santa and his elves will make sure they receive a special response before the big day!
And, of course, visiting Santa wouldn’t be complete without a present, with special gifts for both the dogs and children who come to see him.
Dates and times
📅 Saturday 28th November 2026
📅 Sunday 29th November 2026
⏰ Santa sessions available from 9am until 2pm
When booking, you will need to select your preferred day and time slot. Please arrive for the session you have booked to help us manage the number of dogs and families attending.
If you need to change your day or time after booking, please contact our team first. Changes will be subject to availability and we cannot guarantee that we will be able to accommodate you if you arrive on a different day or at a different time without speaking to us beforehand.
Tickets
Tickets start from £10 per dog or child, with additional dogs in the same photo costing £5 each. Family ticket packages are also available.
Please make sure that everyone who will be joining Santa for the photograph is included on your booking, as tickets will be checked when you arrive.
Santa Paws is always incredibly popular and places are limited across both days – Santa is a busy man after all!
By joining us, you won’t just be creating some wonderful Christmas memories with your family. Every ticket purchased helps Birmingham Dogs Home continue caring for the homeless dogs who need us throughout Christmas and beyond.
Book your Santa Paws experience today and start the countdown to Christmas with us!
