The Civic Centre will be transformed into a festive wonderland to celebrate the start of the holiday season! Everyone is invited to enjoy a fun-filled lineup of activities for the whole family.
- Photo with Santa: Capture a special moment and create a treasured holiday memory! No reservation required. Santa will be on break from 12:15 p.m. to 12:45 p.m.
- Hot chocolate: Warm up with a free cup of delicious hot chocolate!
- Food drive
- Singing with piano: let’s fill the air with holiday cheer! Join the DDO Centre for the Arts as we sing beloved holiday classics together, it’s the perfect way to spread some joy and embrace the magic of the holiday season!
- Farm animals: Come meet the animals with Pace Farm, give them a few gentle pats and maybe even offer them a little treat!
- Winter chill challenge: Test your skills and have fun with our course full of surprises and challenges for the whole family! This activity is presented in collaboration with Go DDO Initiative.
- A Flurry of Fun: Come let your creativity sparkle and create a beautiful snowflake with DDO Centre for the Arts! With all kinds of fun materials to choose from, the possibilities are endless! Just like us, every snowflake is unique and special!
- Caricature Artist ($): Take home a unique keepsake! Our caricature artist will be on site to create your humorous portrait for only $10 each, cash only. Café Fairplay ($): Relax and enjoy a moment of conviviality at the Café.
- Café Fairplay ($) : Relax, connect, and enjoy the welcoming atmosphere of the Café.
- Letter-writing workshop: Write your letter to Santa with the DDO library or bring one you’ve already written and drop it in our special North Pole mailbox!
- Public skating ($): Lace up your skates from 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. and enjoy an indoor public skating session.
Give back
This event will also be an opportunity to contribute to the spirit of giving that brings our community together during the holiday season. You are invited to bring non-perishable food items to be donated to the West Island Mission Food Bank.
Plan your visit
To help you make the most of this magical day, please consult the detailed schedule and map showing the location of each activity. We look forward to welcoming you for a day filled with joy and magic!
*Parking; There will be additional parking at the DDO park.
