Visit Santa at St. Vital Centre
Visitors enter Santa's Enchanted Forest located in Centre Court to meet Santa Claus. Families can bring their holiday spirit and Christmas wish lists to share during their visit. Commemorative photo packages featuring digital images and prints are available as keepsakes.
What to Expect
Visit Santa in his Enchanted Forest at Centre Court.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Timed Entry
Yes
Organizer
St. Vital Centre
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families with young children
Vibe
Festive and magical
Energy Level
Low
Budget
Free
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
None
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: Meeting Santa is free; optional photo packages: Package A+ $59.99 (6x8 print, two 5x7 prints, two 4x6 prints, four wallet prints, exclusive 6x8 digital image, and all digital images); Package A $49.99 (6x8 print, one 5x7 print, two 4x6 prints, four wallet prints, and all digital images); Package B $44.99 (two 4x6 prints, four wallet prints, and all digital images); Package C $39.99 (all digital images); Package D $29.99 (one 4x6 print and two wallet prints). – Get tickets
- Hours: Opening Friday, November 14 at 11 AM.
- Pets: Pets can meet Santa at a special Pet Photos event, with details still to come.
Tips & Advice
- Reserve your Santa photo time online ahead of your visit so you can skip the long lines in Centre Court.
- If you decide on the spot, walk up anyway, because walk-up visitors are always welcome at Santa's Enchanted Forest.
- You don't need to buy anything to meet Santa, so pick a photo package only if you want prints or digital images to take home.
- Families wanting a quieter visit or a photo with their pet should watch for the upcoming Sensory Santa and Pet Photos announcements.
Special Events & Promotions
- New this year: Santa welcomes visitors into his Enchanted Forest in Centre Court.
- Pet Photos with Santa are planned, with details still to come.
- Sensory Santa sessions are planned, with details still to come.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I have to buy a photo package to see Santa?
No. You don't need to buy anything to meet Santa. Photo packages are optional and range from all-digital images to sets of prints with digital copies.
Can I reserve a time with Santa?
Yes. Reservations are open online so you can book a Santa photo time and skip the long lines. Walk-ups are always welcome too.
Where in the mall is Santa?
Santa is in his Enchanted Forest in Centre Court.
What should we bring?
Just bring your family, your Christmas wish list and your holiday spirit.
Are there any special Santa events?
Yes. Pet Photos and Sensory Santa are coming this season, along with more special Santa events. Details are still to be announced.
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