Sleigh the Season at WEM! Find everything you need for the Holidays at West Edmonton Mall including visits with Santa, fun family attractions, and premier shopping. Whether it’s to kick off Christmas or ring in the New Year, you’ll find it all right here at one of the largest malls in North America!
Santa’s Arrival at West Edmonton Mall
When: Saturday, November 18, 2023 | 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Location: Ice Palace, Galaxyland, and North Pole Place (Located in Phase 1 by the Bay)
Santa makes his return to West Edmonton Mall on Saturday, November 18, 2023 and he’s bringing his friends for a skating party at the Ice Palace! The fun all starts at 10 am with The Grand Arrival Parade featuring the Galaxyland Hasbro characters, princess friends, Mrs. Claus, and the infamous “mean one”.
Everyone is invited to bring your skates and helmets to enjoy on-ice fun with Santa and some of the characters. There will even be free hot chocolate and Cookies by George to help get you in the holiday spirit!
At noon, Santa will climb aboard the mall train and make his way to his home away from home at North Pole Place. You will be able to catch him and his Hasbro friends along the journey as they parade through Galaxyland!
Visit wem.ca/holidays for full event schedule and details.
Santa Photos
When: November 18 – December 24, 2023
Location: North Pole Place (Located in Phase 1 by the Bay)
Create special Christmas memories by booking a personal interactive visit with Santa. A professional photographer will be on hand to capture the special moments, and all digital photos will be emailed to you. Plus, all visitors will receive a sweet treat of cotton candy snow from the North Pole, and 2 mini attractions passes to use at mini golf, Marine Life or the Ice Palace!
Visit wem.ca/holidays to schedule your time slot!
Photos with The Mean One
When: December 2 & 15, 2023
Location: North Pole Place (Located in Phase 1 by the Bay)
For two days only, The Grinch is stealing Santa’s spot at North Pole Place! Come meet the green one yourself and capture a fun holiday photo together. His trusty “reindeer” sidekick Max will even be there to help get you in a mischievous and merry mood.
Book your tickets now at tickets.wem.ca!
Winter Wonder Weekends
Enjoy indoor fun all season long with roaming musical entertainment and character appearances down Europa Blvd. and on the Bridge! Check here to find the full Winter Wonder Weekends schedule and locations.
Marine Life Monthly Play and Learn
When: Wednesday, December 13, 2023
Location: Sea Life Caverns
Take a break from the hustle and bustle of the holidays with an escape to the Sea Life Caverns. On the second Wednesday of each month you can join in the Marine Life Play and Learn session from 10:30 – 11:15 am and learn all about a new animal friend! December’s interactive program will feature the Ball Python, with activities, crafts, and stories tailored to ages 2-5.
Tickets are just $20 for one parent and one child ,plus $8 each for additional siblings (maximum 2 children/adult). Admission to the Sea Life Caverns can be added on for $11/ person (2 and under free).
Kids Wonderland at Marine Life
When: Select Weekend Dates November 24 – December 31
Location: Sea Life Caverns
Book your 6-12 year old for a fun behind the scenes look at Marine Life while you enjoy time to yourself in the mall! Kids Wonderland is a unique 2 hour drop-off program with crafts, activities, games, and the chance to see some amazing animals up close!
Register your spot through tickets.wem.ca.
New Years Eve Beach Ball
When: December 31, 2022 | 6:00 pm – Midnight
Location: World Waterpark
Spend New Year’s Eve on the beach without having to shell out big bucks for plane tickets – and enjoy an amazing fireworks show without having to stand in the cold! The World Waterpark at West Edmonton Mall is once again hosting a New Year’s Eve Beach Ball event. Ring in 2024 in this 31 degree tropical paradise with a party filled with food, fun, friends and an indoor fireworks show featuring NEW pyrotechnic effects! This family-friendly event will feature a live DJ, character appearances, and caricature artists drawings brought to you by Coca Cola.
Buy early for your chance to win! Early bird tickets are on sale now at wem.ca/tickets starting at $239 per family of four. Buy before November 30, 2023 to take advantage of the savings and be entered for a chance to win 1 of 2 prize packages consisting of a one night stay at a Fantasyland Hotel Executive Room and 4 World Waterpark admissions!
New Years Eve Afterdark at Galaxyland
When: December 31, 2022 | 7:00 pm – Midnight
Location: Galaxyland Powered by Hasbro
Take a thrilling ride into the New Year at Galaxyland! At New Years Eve Afterdark the lights will be dimmed, the music will be loud, and you will get to experience the joy of unlimited indoor amusement park rides until the new year countdown at midnight!
Watch wem.ca/events for ticket sales to be announced.
Holidays at West Edmonton Mall:
When: November 18, 2023 to January 1, 2023
Where: West Edmonton Mall
Address: 882 170 St NW, Edmonton
Website: wem.ca/holidays