There are so many opportunities to get a photo with Santa this year as almost every mall in the Edmonton area is accommodating Old Saint Nick but Santa is not going to be available all day, everyday. So i’ll save you the time in searching for when and where you can slot some time in and give you this round-up of Santa’s Hours in Edmonton & area. And if Mall Santa’s aren’t your thing I have included a few other places where you can find the jolly big guy too!
AMA
This year you can find Old Saint Nick at three different AMA Centers across Edmonton! From December 12 to 19 all of the AMA locations in Alberta are accepting donations to support the local Food Banks, but on Saturday, December 12th you can visit with Santa too! Find all the details here.
December 12th: 9 am to 4 pm
Where?
Edmonton Kingsway (11220 109 St NW)
Edmonton South (10310 G.A. MacDonald Ave NW)
St. Albert (#200, 665 St. Albert Trail)
How much does it cost?
Families are asked to bring a donation to the Edmonton Food Bank (non-perishable food donations and cash will be accepted).
Bonnie Doon Centre
Santa is arriving at Bonnie Doon Centre on November 21st and he will be there until Christmas Eve! If you are heading in to see him, his hours are as follows:
Opening Day (November 21st): 11 am to 5:30 pm
Pet Moments with Santa (November 28th): 10 am to 6 pm
Monday to Friday: 12 pm to 7 pm
Saturday (December 5th to 23rd): 11 am to 7 pm
Sunday: 12 pm to 5 pm
Christmas Eve (December 24th): 11 am to 3 pm
How much for the photos?
You can choose between the Family Gift Pack $35 (Choose a combination of 4 layouts of the same image with 2 photo cards included, and 1 bonus 5 x 7 photo of the same image — you can add a USB with your image for an additional $20), OR the Granny Gift Pack $25 (Choose a combination of any 2 layouts of same image, with one photo card included) OR Single Gift Pack $17 (one 5 x 7 print with holiday card). You can also purchase the digital files on a USB for $27 or a USB + 1 photo print for $35.
Cabelas
Camo Santa will be hanging out at Cabelas South Pole for a few days this year! If you stop in to visit him you can enjoy a hot beverage with his elves and write a letter to Camo Santa so that he doesn’t forget what you wished for!
December 5th & 6th: 11 am to 1:30 pm AND 2:15 to 4 pm
December 12th & 12th: 11 am to 1:30 pm AND 2:15 to 4 pm
Christmas in Central Park
You can get into the Christmas Spirit this year at Central Park in Spruce Grove, there will be plenty of family friendly activities as well as a chance to visit with Santa!
November 28th: 2:30 pm to 5:3o pm
What is the cost?
There is no cost to have a photo with Santa (bring your own camera) but toy, food, and cash/gift card donations are being accepted at the event.
Festival of Trees
You can find Santa in his Den at the Festival of Trees again this year! He will be available for a visit and a photo and your little ones can take advantage of a few other activities while they are there, you can find all the details here and his hours are as follows:
Thursday, November 26th: 9 am to 9 pm
Friday, November 27th: 9 am to 9 pm
Saturday, November 28th: 9 am to 9 pm
Sunday, November 29th: 9 am to 5 pm
What is the cost?
Admission to the festival is as follows: Children (aged 2 to 12 years) $2 | Youth (aged 13 to 17) $5 | Adults $10 | Seniors $5
Kingsway Mall
Santa Claus has landed at Kingsway Mall and is currently staying in Santaville, he is available for a chat and a visit from November 14th to December 24th. Santa’s Hours are as follows:
Monday to Saturday (Until December 23rd): 11 am to 4 pm AND 5 pm to 8 pm
Sunday: 12 pm to 5 pm
Black Friday (November 27th): 10 am to 2 pm AND 3 pm to 8 pm
Christmas Eve (December 24th): 11 am to 3 pm
How much for the photos?
You can choose between the Family Gift Pack $35 (Choose a combination of 4 layouts of the same image with 2 photo cards included, and 1 bonus 5 x 7 photo of the same image — you can add a USB with your image for an additional $20), OR the Granny Gift Pack $25 (Choose a combination of any 2 layouts of same image, with one photo card included) OR Single Gift Pack $17 (one 5 x 7 print with holiday card). You can also purchase the digital files on a USB for $27 or a USB + 1 photo print for $35.
Leduc
Santa Claus will be in Leduc on November 27th for the Annual Santa Claus Parade; there will be a variety of family friendly activities taking place as well as an opportunity to meet the big guy in red! Find all the details here!
November 27th: Starting at 6 pm
Cost: FREE
Marketplace at Callingwood
Santa will be visiting the Marketplace at Callingwood on two special evenings; families can enjoy a hay ride and get a photo with Old Saint Nick! There will also be coloring sheets to colour, hot chocolate to enjoy and cookies to decorate.
December 12th: 11 am to 3 pm
December 19th: 11 am to 3 pm
This is a FREE event and photos will be printed on site.
Martin Deerline
Celebrate Green Christmas with Martin Deerline and enjoy family friendly activities, refreshments and Photos with Santa!
November 21st: 9 am to 3:30 pm
Cost: FREE
Prairie Gardens
Enjoy a Prairie Christmas at Prairie Gardens Adventure Farm with family activities and of course family photos with Santa; more details here!
December 12th & 13th, tickets are $10 per person and include a photo with Santa and winter activities, children 2 and under are FREE.
Sherwood Park Mall
Santa will be touching down in Sherwood Park on November 21st and he will be staying at Sherwood Park Mall until Christmas Eve! His hours are as follows:
Monday to Friday (November 21st to November 30th): 12 to 4 pm
Saturday + Sunday (November 21st to November 30th): 3 pm to 7 pm
Monday to Friday (December 1st to December 23rd): 11 am to 3 pm AND 4 pm to 7 pm
Saturday (December 1st to December 23rd): 11 am to 3 pm AND 4 pm to 8 pm
Sunday: 12 pm to 4 pm
Christmas Eve (December 24th): No photos
Pet Photos: November 24th, December 1st, and December 8th from 4 to 7 pm
How much for photos?
As per tradition you are welcome to bring a camera and take your own photo with Santa at no charge, you do need to let the photographer know when you arrive.
OR
You can choose between the Family Gift Pack $35 (Choose a combination of 4 layouts of the same image with 2 photo cards included, and 1 bonus 5 x 7 photo of the same image — you can add a USB with your image for an additional $20), OR the Granny Gift Pack $25 (Choose a combination of any 2 layouts of same image, with one photo card included) OR Single Gift Pack $17 (one 5 x 7 print with holiday card). You can also purchase the digital files on a USB + 1 photo print for $35.
Southgate Centre
Santa will be arriving at Centre Court in Southgate Centre on November 21st, and he will be there until Christmas Eve! His hours are as follows:
Monday to Saturday (November 21st to November 30th): 11 am to 3 pm AND 4 pm to 8 pm
Monday to Saturday (December 1st to December 23rd): 10 am to 3 pm AND 4 pm to 8 pm
Sunday: 11 am to 5 pm
Christmas Eve (December 24th): 11 am to 3 pm.
How much for photos?
You can choose between the Family Gift Pack $35 (Choose a combination of 4 layouts of the same image with 2 photo cards included, and 1 bonus 5 x 7 photo of the same image — you can add a USB with your image for an additional $20), OR the Granny Gift Pack $25 (Choose a combination of any 2 layouts of same image, with one photo card included) OR Single Gift Pack $17 (one 5 x 7 print with holiday card). You can also purchase the digital files on a USB for $27 or a USB + 1 photo print for $35.
St. Albert Centre
Santa arrived in St. Albert last week and he will staying at St. Albert Centre until Christmas Eve! His hours are:
Monday to Friday (until November 29th): 11 am to 5 pm
Saturday + Sunday (until November 29th): 12 pm to 4 pm
Monday to Saturday (November 30th to December 23rd): 11 am to 3 pm AND 4 pm to 8 pm
Sunday: 12 pm to 4 pm
Christmas Eve (December 24th): No Photos
How much for photos?
You can choose between the Family Gift Pack $35 (Choose a combination of 4 layouts of the same image with 2 photo cards included, and 1 bonus 5 x 7 photo of the same image — you can add a USB with your image for an additional $20), OR the Granny Gift Pack $25 (Choose a combination of any 2 layouts of same image, with one photo card included) OR Single Gift Pack $17 (one 5 x 7 print with holiday card). You can also purchase the digital files on a USB for $27 or a USB + 1 photo print for $35.
West Edmonton Mall
Santa Claus is currently residing in the North Pole Place at West Edmonton Mall and will be available for photos and a visit from November 14th to December 24th. The North Pole Place is located in Phase 1, Level 1, in front of Hudson’s Bay and his hours are as follows:
Monday to Saturday (Until December 23rd): 11 am to 4 pm AND 5 pm to 8 pm
Sunday: 11 am to 5 pm
Christmas Eve (December 24th): 10 am to 5 pm.
How much for photos?
For 1 photo (printed) with Santa the cost is $22, the cost for just a USB with your image on it is $29, and the cost for 1 photo (printed) + the USB with your image on it is $39.
Westland Market Mall
Santa is touching down in Spruce Grove and will be available for photos at Westland Market Mall from November 21st to December 23rd! His hours are as follows:
Friday (November 21st to December 23rd): 1 pm to 7 pm
Saturday + Sunday (November 21st to December 23rd): 12 pm to 5 pm
Monday, December 21st to Wednesday, December 23rd: 1 pm to 7 pm
Merry Christmas!
Have you taken your little(s) for a photo with Santa in the past? How did they react?
**Please note: Santa’s availability & the cost of photos are subject to change; to avoid disappointment call to verify before visiting.**