Where to take holiday photos in Lakeland, Florida

Say cheese — it’s that time of year. Don your matching outfits or holiday jammies and strike the perfect pose at one of these Lakeland spots.

An indoor hanging bench decorated with Christmas pillows near a stack of gifts and ornaments.

This Lakeland studio looks and feels like home.

Photo via @raeonfilmphotography

Make room on your refrigerator, it’s holiday card season. Save yourself the stress of deep cleaning and decorating your own backdrop this year by having your holiday photos taken at one of these Lakeland locations.

Bonnet Springs Park, 400 Bonnet Springs Blvd.
Nothing says “holidays in Florida” quite like a sunny day over a snow-less field. Show your out-of-state friends and relatives how we celebrate the season with a holiday photo taken at Lakeland’s new 168-acre public park.

A low wooden table adorned with taper candles and gold bottle brush trees surrounded by pillows for seating

Picture a cozy holiday card with you and yours seated around this table.

Photo by @kellymeetsworld, tablescape by @daisydaysevents

Refine Studio, 815 N. Florida Ave.
Lovers of natural light should check out this spot boasting floor-to-ceiling west-facing windows. This blank-slate-styled space is perfect for those looking to bring their own props or backdrops for a fully customized set.

Shutter Swan Studios, 1423 Spruce Rd. N.
This extra-festive Christmas-themed studio has options for the whole family, from a peppermint mantle to a festive farmhouse and even a hot cocoa milk bath for your little’s first Christmas — see the full suite of options here.

A white fireplace decorated for Christmas with a garland and gifts.

Santa won’t come down this chimney during your photo shoot... probably.

Photo via @raeonfilmphotography

Establish Creative Studios, 1830 Cherokee Trl.
This brand-new studio launched in November 2022, and we’re already feeling the holiday spirit. Choose from three sets: The Holiday Sunroom, Holiday Kitchen, or Holiday Living Room for your backdrop.

The Uliana, 1216 S. Florida Ave.
Have a unique holiday vision? Book a photo shoot session at The Uliana for a minimalist and customizable backdrop — photo shoot rentals must be booked for a minimum of two hours.

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