Santa will always be the main attraction at Christmas, but this holiday season there are also plenty of opportunities to get a fun Grinchy holiday photo! Check our list below for some of the amazing events the green Christmas-hating character is popping up at.
Photos with Santa & Friends at Salisbury Greenhouse
Nov 16 (Sherwood Park) & Nov 17 (St. Albert) |Ā Things will be extra festive at both Salisbury Greenhouse locations when Santa comes to visit! Visit Sherwood Park on Saturday or St. Albert on Sunday for professional photos with Santa, Mrs. Claus, and the Grinch ($10 per family first come, first serve), music, and other holiday fun!
The Grinch’s Craft Corner at Londonderry Mall
November 22 | The Grinch will be bringing his unique style of holiday cheer to The Grinchās Craft Corner during Santa’s Arrival at Londonderry Mall. Drop in any time from 4:30 ā 8:00 pm to listen to storytelling, make a free grinchy craft, write a letter to Santa, and much more! If you can’t make it for Santa’s arrival date, you can also book a photo with the “Holiday Grouch” and Santa on November 28 & December 3.
Photos with the Mean One at West Edmonton Mall
November 22, December 1 & 11 |Ā For three days only, The Mean One is stealing Santa’s spot at North Pole Place to help get you in a mischievous and merry mood! Book a session to come meet the green one yourself and capture a fun holiday photo together.
Devon Christmas in the Park
November 23 | The 17th Annual Devon Christmas in the Park will take place at Devon Lions Society Campground! Come celebrate the holiday season with twinkling lights, a kids zone with petting zoo & ice slide, vintage firetruck rides, horse drawn sleigh rides, maple taffy, Christmas carols, warm food & drinks, and visits with Santa & the Grinch.
Meet Mister Grinch at Maisie’s Magical Christmas House
Select Days November 29 – December 23 | There is even more reason to visit Maisieās Magical Christmas House this holiday season thanks to photo ops with Mister Grinch and visits with some of the adorable adoptable pets from Second Chance Animal Rescue Society (SCARS). Check the schedule here for dates and times.
Holiday Photos with DaāGrinch at Argyll Motorsports
November 30 | The Mean One will be at Argyll Motorsports for photos and festive holiday fun! Everyoneās invited to come take a fun photo with the Grinch and enjoy complimentary hot drinks and treats.
Classic Gardens Acorn Festival
November 30 | Celebrate the Season with Classic Gardens during their free Acorn Festival! Enjoy sweet sounds from local choirs, visits with Santa, face painting, glitter tattoos, and festive treats! Special guests will also include a grinchy green visitor, and the queen of Arendelle.
Meet the Grinch at Stony Plain Farmer’s Market
Saturdays November 30 – December 21 | Visit the Stony Plain Farmerās Market on Saturdays this holiday season to do your holiday shopping and meet the Grinch! Digital photos are just $15 each, and the perfect way to capture a fun holiday memory with the family.
Kiwi Nurseries Christmas Trail
December 7 | Kiwi Nurseries invites you to come discover their snow-covered trails and enjoy an outdoor visit with Santa and other colorful Christmas characters like the Grinch. Your $10 ticket includes petting zoo fun, hot chocolate, and a take-home craft.
South Pole Holiday Workshop
December 7 & 8 |Ā The North Pole comes South with this full weekend of holiday fun in South Edmonton Common. Make fun holiday memories with Santa, Mrs. Claus & the Grinch during this exciting pop-up event that includes a vendor market, free hot cocoa and maple taffy, live music, photo ops, giveaways, and more. Pets will even be invited to join in the fun on pet-friendly Sunday!
The Grinch is Coming to Harley-Davidson
December 12 | Get a FREE digital photo with the Grinch during Harley-Davidson of Edmontonās customer appreciation event from 5:30 pm ā 7:30 pm.
Skate with Santa & The Grinch in St. Albert
December 15 | Bring the family to St. Albertās Kinex Arena to Skate with Santa and the Grinch! Itsās all free to enjoy, including photos with Santa, candy canes, and classic Christmas music.
Glow Christmas Carnival
December 19 | Da’Grinch will be making a special guest appearance at the Glow Christmas Carnival on Thursday, December 19, 2024. Find him roaming from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm.
Santa vs. The Grinch in The Race to Save Christmas
December 21 | Alberta Standardbred Horse Association invites your family to a holiday showdown like no other when Santa faces off against the Grinch at Century Mile Racetrack and Casino. This FREE family event includes photo ops with Santa and his reindeer, face painting, balloon art, and hot chocolate. It’s the perfect way to kick off the Christmas Break with the kids!
Would you prefer a more traditional holiday photo with Santa? Head to our post here to discover where you can get a photo with Jolly Old Elf this festive season!
