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Son of a nutcracker! Family Fun has formed a special friendship with Buddy the Elf, giving us the inside scoop on all the festive fun he\u2019s bringing to Edmonton this holiday season. From watching on the big screen to meeting him in person around town, there\u2019s no shortage of ways to celebrate.<\/p>\n

Start the season with a screening of the holiday classic Elf<\/em> at the Capitol Theatre, then plan your in-person adventures to meet the one and only Buddy\u2014snap your ELF-ies at Maisie\u2019s Magical Christmas House, train to become an official elf at Glow Edmonton\u2019s Enchanted Forest, or even cheer alongside him at a live Oilers game. Wherever Buddy pops up, he\u2019s bringing laughter, cheer, and plenty of holiday magic\u2014and Family Fun has the exclusive guide to make sure you don\u2019t miss a single moment!<\/p>\n

On The Big Screen<\/h3>\n

Watch ELF on the Big Screen at the Capitol Theatre<\/a><\/strong>
\nNovember 18 |<\/strong> The holiday classic Elf is coming to Fort Edmonton\u2019s Capitol Theatre for a special night of holiday movie fun! Get your tickets for a fun night out with the family, and enjoy snacks and drinks in a unique historic setting.<\/p>\n

Spots to Snap the Perfect ELF-ie<\/h3>\n

Meet Buddy the Elf and Mister Grinch at Maisie\u2019s Magical Christmas House<\/a><\/strong>
\nNovember 22 |<\/strong> There is even more reason to visit Maisie\u2019s Magical Christmas House this holiday season thanks to photo ops with Buddy the Elf, Mr. Grinch and Santa himself. Plan a visit to Edmonton’s most festively decorated house to meet your holiday favourites!<\/p>\n

Elf Academy at Glow Edmonton<\/strong><\/a>
\nDecember 7 & 22 |<\/strong> Plan your visit to Glow Edmonton\u2019s Enchanted Forest<\/a> on these special days for a chance to train as an official elf<\/em>! Buddy will be down from the North Pole to lead festive games (with prizes!) and help kids earn their very own Santa\u2019s Official Special Helper Certificate. Included with regular admission.<\/em><\/p>\n

Meet Buddy at Belmont Sobeys<\/strong>
\nDecember 21<\/strong><\/p>\n

Meet Buddy at the Edmonton Oilers Game<\/a><\/strong>
\nDecember 21 |<\/strong> Hockey fans are in for a treat on December 21 when Buddy himself will be roaming Rogers Place! Get ready for double the cheer\u2014holiday cheer with Buddy and cheering on the Oilers as they take on the Vegas Golden Knights.<\/p>\n

Be sure to follow Buddy the Elf<\/a> on Facebook and @thereal_buddytheelf_hobbs<\/span><\/a> on Instagram to see all his Christmas adventures, including a yearly Buddy Run for charity in Fort McMurray!<\/h3>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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