Photos below are from previous years and may be different than this year’s Santa experience. 2023 Santa at the Mall in Calgary CrossIron Mills – Bass Pro Shops Santa’s Wonderland located inside at Bass Pro Shops opens Nov 13, 2023 and offers – a free 4×6 photo with Santa. with the option of purchasing picture packages … Read more
All the best Calgary Christmas Light Displays One of the best parts of Christmastime is seeing all the beautiful lights. Check out our picks for the best Calgary Christmas light displays. 1. Lions Festival of Lights 2021 note: The Lions Festival of Lights is walkable again this year. Location: Confederation Park: 14th Street and 24th Avenue … Read more
Looking for some things to do on Christmas Day with the kids in Calgary? There isn’t a ton of places that are open on Christmas Day but there are a few. Do you know of something I’ve missed? Let me know! Outdoor Skating Calgary has numerous outdoor skating rinks that are always open (weather permitting). … Read more
Looking for some free Christmas things to do with kids in Calgary? Look no further! Some of the things on the list have a suggested donation but none require admission. 1. Take in a Christmas light display Some light displays in Calgary require admission but not all of them do. Lion’s Festival of Lights The … Read more
Family Friendly Calgary Christmas Markets – 2019 There are so many craft fairs and Christmas markets in and around Calgary these days. The list below is a short selection of family friendly Calgary Christmas markets that offer a little more than just shopping making the experience a little more enjoyable if you want to go … Read more
Santa Claus Parades Near Calgary Calgary hasn’t had a Downtown Santa Claus parade for years (although there is one community parade now) but you don’t have to miss out. Here is a list of Santa Claus Parades and Light up events that are only a short drive from Calgary to kick off the Christmas season. Banff’s … Read more