This Christmas, give yourself a gift – the gift of a calmer, happier, more peaceful holiday shopping experience. Skip the parking pandemonium of the power centres and giant malls, and enjoy an Edmonton classic – Christmas at Bonnie Doon Centre. #itsallrighthere with a wide selection of retail shops, dining, entertainment, and, of course, Santa!

Celebrate Santa’s Arrival at Bonnie Doon Centre!

Saturday, November 22 | 11:00 am – 1:00 pm

What would Christmas be without Santa? Bonnie Doon Centre is excited to welcome back the Man in Red on Saturday, November 22, 2025. Be at the mall’s Promo Court at 11:00 am to join in the fanfare alongside the caroling Sugar Plum Trio, Holiday Grouch and Cindy Lou! The celebration will include crafts from EPL Idylwylde, and the first 200 kids will also receive a special gift bag from MaKami College!

Santa Photos and Visits

Visit Santa at Promo Court every day from November 22 to December 24, 2025! There is no need to book an appointment ahead of time – simply drop in during your visit to the mall. A professional photographer will be ready to capture the memories with your choice of multiple photo packages starting at just $25. Plus, a *new* Early Bird Special for 2025: Receive a free 5×7 with any photo purchase Monday – Wednesday until December 10.

Santa Barry and Santa Brian will be sharing the duties this year, so be sure to check the full schedule here to see when they are available. You can’t go wrong with either!

November 23 to December 24, 2024

  • Monday to Wednesday | 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm
  • Thursday & Friday | 12:00 pm – 7:00 pm
  • Saturday | 11:00 am – 5:00 pm
  • Sunday | 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm
  • Christmas Eve (December 24) | 11:00 am – 3:00 pm

Christmas Markets at Bonnie Doon Centre

November 15, 29 & December 6, 13 | 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Shop local artisans this year for unique holiday finds for everyone on your list! Le Marché Bohème, in Collaboration with Vintage in the Boho Christmas Markets, presents a series of festive events. Shop handmade gifts, local art, and vintage finds as you listen to amazing live music and enjoy a warm community atmosphere. Entrance and parking are free!

Pet Photos with Santa

November 27, December 4 & 11| 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Get your furry family members in on the fun during three pet-friendly dates! Bring your four-legged friends to the mall to meet Santa and capture an adorable family photo together. Please ensure pets are on leash or in cages, and brought into the mall through Entrance 1.

Online Fun with Santa’s Village

Looking for more holiday fun for the kids? Visit Santa’s Village online to discover a variety of Christmas-themed games. Kids can click through the door of each whimsical building for fun activities like Memory Match, Candy Catcher, Gingerbread Cookie Decorating, and more.

Holiday Helper Contest

Checking off tasks on your holiday to-do list has never been easier! From December 1 – 14, a new holiday task will be revealed for you to accomplish. Once it’s done, click here to check it off and be entered to win one of four $250 Bonnie Doon Centre gift cards to spend on your holiday goodies. Each daily play also enters contestants into a secondary draw to win one grand prize of $1000, which consists of one $500 Bonnie Doon gift card for a spending spree, plus one $500 gift card to donate to one of the following charities: Amy’s House, Sport Centre, Stollery Children’s Hospital, or WIN House. To learn about additional ways to win prizes and find full contest details, click here.

Santa at Bonnie Doon Centre:

Dates: November 22 – December 24, 2025
Venue: Bonnie Doon Centre
Address: 82 Avenue & 83 Street, Edmonton
Website: www.bonniedooncentre.com

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