2023 Christmas & Holiday Family-friendly Events

November 25, 2019, by Kathleen Fellinger

 

Your family's calendar of events is about to get festive as the Christmas season rolls in to town.  There is something for every kid, big and small.  Please be sure to keep coming back to this page as we will update with more events as they are announced.  Merry Christmas and happy holidays!
 

NOTE: Please visit the organization's website or Facebook page to confirm dates and times. 

 

CHRISTMAS SPLENDOR at GOVERNMENT HOUSE
4607 Dewdney Ave
Regina, SK

November 16, 2019 - January 5, 2020

Christmas is a magical time at Government House, with windows and doorways swagged in lush garlands, festooned with holly berries and twinkling lights. The splendour of the season can be seen and felt, at every turn and the atmosphere alone makes for a wonderfully festive visit.

If stopping by, don't be surprised to be greeted by a Visitor Experience Host dressed in period outfit from the early 1900s. Ask for a tour and they will guide you through Government House, revealing Victorian Christmas traditions and Government House stories along the way

We are offering scheduled First-person Guide Tours on Saturdays; 1:00 and 3:00 pm the tour is in English and at 2:00 pm the tour is in French. If you can't make those times, no worries, just ask if a tour is available when you do come to visit.

If you're having guests or family visit over the holiday, bring them to see Christmas at Government House. View Government House transformed with glittering Christmas trees, twinkling lights and a dining table laid for a royal feast to celebrate the festive season.

See us in all our Christmas splendour before Santa's elves tuck all the decorations away! Don't miss the DICKENS YULETIDE SINGERS event on December 14th and 15th, 2019. 

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GERMAN CHRISTKINDL MARKT
German Club
1727 St. John Street
Regina, SK

Saturday, November 23
2:00 PM - 7:00 PM
ADMISSION IS FREE

The German Canadian Society Harmonie presents our annual Christkindl Markt! Come down to the German Club to experience the old world charm of a German Christmas Market. Christmas gifts and crafts will be for sale. Food and drink will be available for purchase like Glühwein (spiced, mulled, wine) Bratwurst, Gulschsuppe. The Kaffeestube will also be selling coffee and Kuchen.

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HOLIDAY BAZAART
MacKenzie Art Gallery
3475 Albert St
Regina, SK S4S 6X6

Saturday, November 23
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

 

Holiday Bazaart is one of Regina's unique holiday shopping experiences.  The indoor show and sale with an on-site cafe, raffle prizes and special events will feature some very talented artisans.

 

Admission is $7.00, free for children 12 years old and younger.

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KIDS SECRET SHOPPING, BREAKFAST WITH MRS. CLAUS AND SHORTWAVE TO SANTA
Moose Jaw Western Development Museum
50 Diefenbaker Road
Moose Jaw, SK
Saturday, November 23

KIDS' SECRET SHOPPING & SHORTWAVE TO SANTA & BREAKFAST WITH MRS. CLAUS
10:00 AM  - 3:00 OPM

Children 10 years old and under can do their Christmas shopping with help from our friendly elves. No parents allowed! Children walk out with their gifts wrapped and ready for Christmas morning. All gifts are $15 or less (cash only please).

The Moose Jaw Amateur Radio Club will also be on hand to help you speak to Santa at the North Pole via Shortwave Radio!

 
Breakfast with Mrs. Claus
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Visit with Mrs. Claus while you enjoy breakfast! Tickets are $5 per person (children 3 and under are free). Tickets are available at the WDM Moose Jaw or from the Girl Guides.

If you have a sweet tooth but not much time to bake, stop by and visit the Girl Guides Bake Sale throughout the morning.

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CONEXUS ARTS CENTRE CHRISTMAS WONDERLAND VIEWING
Begins November 24 - December 20, 2019

The Conexus Arts Centre is excited to announce that it will
be transformed into a Christmas wonderland celebrating the Magic of Christmas beginning November 20th, 2019. The entrance, theatre lobby, and mezzanines will be decorated with over 30 Christmas trees sponsored by the Conexus Arts Centre as well as various organizations and individuals, each one of them uniquely decorated.

Many of the trees are set in a vignettes filled with elaborately decorated themes. Come out and see the Santa Tree, Snowman Tree, Nutcracker Tree, Into the Woods Tree, An Old Fashioned Christmas Tree, Mardi Gras Tree and so many more! Make sure you check out the Conexus Arts Centre Golden Tree which highlights the performances held at the Centre over the past 50 years. 

Admission is by donation of a new unwrapped toy for Santa's Anonymous or a donation for the Regina Food Bank. Free parking is available on-site. For full dates and times, please visit their website or Facebook page.

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REGINA DOWNTOWN CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHTING

Thursday, November 24,
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
F.W. Hill Mall

 

Enjoy this FREE event for all.  There will be hot chocolate and cookies, horse and carriage rides, sing with our carolers, face painting and a visit from SANTA CLAUS! The night will begin with the lighting of the Christmas tree. For more details, follow #yqrdt #WhereItsAtDt #SeeYQR 

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THE GLOBE THEATRE presents Cinderella
1801 Scarth Street
Regina, SK
(306)525.6400

Performances from: November 27th – December 29, 2019

 

There is nothing like the experience of live theatre.This re-telling of the timeless fairy tale will delight audiences of all ages. After losing her mother at a young age, Cinderella finds herself at the mercy of her cruel stepmother and jealous stepsisters. Burdened with endless chores, she longs to escape her weary life. When her stepmother prevents her from attending a royal ball, the spirit of her mother appears and with endless love, magic, and help from some animal friends, Cinderella just might find the courage to live her own adventure.

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VICTORIA SQUARE SHOPPING CENTRE
2223 Victoria Avenue E.
Regina, SK
Santa arrives November 26th from 11:00 Am - 3:00 PM. For full schedule with dates, times and prices, please visit their website for details.

This year, Victoria Square Mall presents The Mean One Takes Over the Square! Get your pictures taken with the GRINCH! From November 30, 2019 - December 3, 2019. See website for details, special times and dates and also prices. 

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CORNWALL CENTRE
SANTA HOLIDAY PHOTOS
Downtown
Regina, SK
Beginning November 22 - December 24, 2019

Santa's sleigh has landed at Corwall Centre! Visit him during mall hours.  There will also be Sensory Santa from December 8th - December 15, 2019.

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SANTA PHOTOS at the NORTHGATE MALL
489 Albert Street North
Regina, SK
November 23 - December 23, 2019

For hours and prices, please visit northgatemall.ca. This year, don't miss SANTA PAWS because our pets are family too! You can bring your pet to have their photo taken with Santa. For details, visit Santa Paws.

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FREE SANTA PHOTOS at SOUTHLAND MALL
2965 Gordon Road
Regina, SK
Saturday, November 23rd - December 15, 2019

For the first time EVER – Southland Mall and RMX Digital will be offering professional Santa Photo’s for FREE all season long! For more details, visit their website.

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REGINA PUBLIC LIBRARY WINTER HOLIDAY EVENTS
December 1 -31, 2019

All branch locations through-out the city of Regina will host FREE holiday programs and activities for families and children.  Some programs may require registration. Here are samples of some of the events that are scheduled: Snow Magic, Winter Elves Workshop, Holiday Abstract Painting.  Make sure to visit their website for full details >  under Programs and choose your branch. 

For full schedule and program details, see the Regina Public Library Winter Guide.

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REGINA CHRISTMAS EXPO
December 1, 2019
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Conexus Arts Centre
200 Lakeshore Avenue
Regina, SK
Box Office: (306) 525-9999

ADMISSION: $4.00

75 vendors showcasing their products such as jewelry, wood work, clothes, bath bombs, baking, and so much more.

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ALL AGES 6+: SET of 3 CHRISTMAS ORNAMENTS - SNOWMEN FACES & TREE with YayMakers
Monday, December 2, 2019
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Ricky's All Day Grill at Grasslands
4875 Harbour Landing Drive
Regina, SK
We provide everything you will need to take home 3 decorated ornaments. Bring your family and enjoy an afternoon out.  Only $29 with code YAY4YOU.

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LIGHT THE LIGHTS Hosted by the City of Regina
Tuesday, December 3, 2019
6:00 - 8:00 PM
Regina City Hall
2476 Victoria Avenue
Regina, SK
 

HO HO HO. It’s free winter fun at Light the Lights! Join Mayor Fougere and City Councillors as they turn on Christmas lights and welcome Santa Claus!

Enjoy hot chocolate and cotton candy, horse and wagon rides, live entertainment, ice selfie frame stations, games, face-painting and more!

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LIGHTS ACROSS CANADA
Thursday, December 5, 2019
6:00 - 8:00 PM
The Legislative Assembly of Canada
2405 Legislative Drive
Regina, SK
 

Join everyone at the Saskatchewan Legislative Building as they kick off the holiday season. There will be lots of free, family-friendly fun. Come and celebrate winter with lights, music, treats and a visit from Santa.

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79th ANNUAL ROTARY CHRISTMAS CAROL FESTIVAL
December 2 - 7, 2019
7:00 PM - 9:15 PM
Knox Metropolitan United Church
2340 Victoria Avenue
Regina, SK 

The 79th Rotary Christmas Carol Festival will take place on December 2nd to 7th, 2019 at Knox Metropolitan United Church. For 79 years, the Rotary Christmas Carol Festival has marked the beginning of the Christmas season in Regina. You may also watch on Access Channel 7 or stream online. Please visit their facebook event for up to date details.

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SPARKLE TOUR

Want to know where all the best Christmas light displays are to view in your city?  Check out the website and facebook page of SPARKLE TOUR.

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TWINKLE TOURS
Thursday, December 5, 2019
5:00 - 8:00 PM
RCMP Heritage Centre
2405 Legislative Drive
Regina, SK

Enjoy a horse drawn sleigh ride through RCMP "Depot Division".  There will be hot chocolate and crafts. Regular priced admission applies.

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LIGHT UP THE VILLAGE
13th Ave, Regina, SK

Thursday, December 5, 2019
5:00 PM -12:00 Midnight

 

One sparkling night a year, the businesses of Regina's Cathedral area stay open late so you can get your Christmas shopping done in style! 

Join us for goodies, hot beverages and deals galore as you explore Regina's historic Cathedral Village. You'll discover great one-of-a-kind gifts for everyone on your list from our locally-owned shops, services and restaurants! We light up the village with festive, old-time flair. 

Get your Christmas shopping done in one night with many Cathedral area businesses staying open extra late. 
 

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A CHRISTMAS STORY: THE MUSICAL
Presented by SaskExpress Theatre
2272 Pasqua Street
Regina, SK
December 4, 2019 - until December 15, 2019

The classic, A Christmas Story: The Musical chronicles young Ralphie Parker as he schemes his way toward the holiday gift of his dreams, an official Red Ryder Cabine- Action 200 Shot Range Model Air RIfle "You'll shoot your eye out kid!".  An infamous leg lamp, outrageous pink bunny pj's, a maniacal department store Santa and a triple-dog dare to lick a freezing flagpole are just a few of the distractions that stand between Ralphie and his Christmas wish. Don't miss this live performance the whole family can enjoy together.

Tickets are avaiable online here. 

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CHRISTMAS IN WHO-SCANA-VILLE Hosted by Wascana Centre
Wascana Place
2900 Wascana Drive
Regina, SK
Saturday, December 7th 
12:00 Noon -3:00 PM

It's the 2nd annual Christmas in Who-scana-ville.  This FREE, family-friendly program is open to all ages.  Come for an afternoon filled with winter animal scavenger hunt, candy cane search, shelter building, festive crafts, a Whoville & Grinch photo booth and so much more! Plus, don't miss out on the Prairie Percherons and their free horse-drawn carriage rides. For more information, call (306) 522-3661.

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JINGLE ALL THE WAY!
Grasslands
Lewvan Drive and Gordon Road
Regina, SK
Saturday, December 7th 
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Santa Claus is coming to The Landing!

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COME VISIT SANTA!
Hosted by Homes by Dream
5517 Gilbert Crescent
Regina, SK S4W0J4
Saturday, December 7th 
12:00 Noon - 5:00 PM

Kick off the holiday season with Homes by Dream as they celebrate with a visit from Santa! Grab a photo with Santa, tell him what's on your wishlist and enjoy some holiday treats!

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CANDY CANE LANE HOLIDAY LIGHT FESTIVAL
7th Ave. North & Champ Crescent
Regina, SK

Begins Saturday, December 7 - 23, 2019
Open Nightly from 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM

This year, there will be over 400 homes participating where you can drive and view all the beautiful, sparkly Christmas lights of the season. Lots of activities, hot chocolate and snacks (for a fee). For prices, times and details, please visit www.nrgi.ca/candy-cane-lane-holiday-light-festival/

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CHRISTMAS FUN DAY Hosted by Argyle North Community Association and Northview Community Church
Northview Community Church
744 Sangster Blvd, Regina, Saskatchewan S4R 7N8
Saturday, December 7th 
10:00AM -2:00 PM

Start your day off at the ANCA Community Centre (35 Davin Crescent). They will be having a pancake breakfast from 10 am to noon. Santa and his helpers will be there with a treat and a photo opportunity. Then come to Northview from 12 to 2 pm for more Christmas fun. Come and have hot chocolate, watch a Christmas movie, sing carols, and have a wagon ride.

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DREAM CATCHER WREATH MAKING WORKSHOP with Chasity Delorme
Royal Saskatchewan Museum
2445 Albert Street
Regina, SK
Saturday, December 14th 
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

$10/per person. Children must be accompanied by an adult. 

Want to make a special holiday wreath for your home or a friend? Join Chasity and learn about the significance of the dream catcher and make your own dream catcher wreath. Materials are provided but please bring some of your favourite ornaments to decorate your wreath.

This workshop is part of the Traditional Knowledge Keepers cultural series, brought to you by the Saskatchewan Teachers' Federation.

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CP HOLIDAY TRAIN
Across from Old Mosaic Stadium
2905 N. Railway Street
Regina, SK
Tuesday, December  17, 2019
4:45 PM - 6:00PM

The Canadian Pacific (CP) Holiday Train will soon set out once again to entertain hundreds of thousands of people, celebrating 21 years of collecting food and raising funds for food banks across North America. All events are free. We just ask event attendees to bring money or a heart-healthy donation for their local food bank. Musical guests this year will be Meghan Patrick, Tanika Charles and Kelly Prescott.

CP is also encouraging fans of the train to donate heart-healthy food, as everyone should have access to healthy, nutritious food, regardless of circumstances. This supports the mission of CP Has Heart, a program dedicated to improving the heart health of men, women and children in North America. To date, this program has raised over C$19 million for cardiac care and research. Visit www.cpr.ca/holiday-train/healthy-donations
 

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'TWAS THE NIGHT BEFORE HIBERNATION STAGE SHOW

Royal Saskatchewan Museum

2445 Albert Street
Regina, SK
Runs daily from December 28, 2019 - January 5, 2020 

2:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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Become part of the action in a re-telling of the classic Christmas poem. Volunteers will be pulled from the audience to play the roles of Saskatchewan winter animals, from bears and moose to warblers and chickadees. But what did dinosaurs do in the winter? A special appearance by Tini the T. rex. The stageshow is approximately 25 minutes long. 

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LIEUTENANY GOVERNOR'S NEW YEAR'S DAY CELEBRATION

Government House
4607 Dewdney Avenue
Regina, SK

Wednesday, January 1, 2020
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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Everyone is invited to join Their Honours Russ and Donna Mirasty at the Lieutenant Governor’s New Year’s Day Celebration at Government House.  This free family event will feature entertainment, refreshments, a children’s craft room (make your own Crown and become Royalty for the day!) and the Storybook Princesses (Anna and Elsa from Frozen).  For more information visit www.ltgov.sk.ca.

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