Where to See Santa in the West Island and Nearby Areas…


I’ve noticed many parents on social media asking, “Where can we visit Santa?” I’m compiling a list of malls and locations around the West Island and surrounding areas where you can meet Santa and have a photo taken. Stay tuned as the list grows!


CF Fairview Pointe Claire


NOVEMBER 15 – DECEMBER 24, 2024

Santa’s Back In Town!

Get those wishlists ready, because Santa’s back! Enjoy a magical visit with the big guy in red, and capture the moment with photos that will last a lifetime.

From November 15th through December 24th, get ready for a sleigh-load of holiday joy and book your visit with Santa! For a $15 fee, you’ll enjoy a delightful visit with Santa himself, along with 5 digital photos that’ll make this year’s memories last. To ensure we capture everyone in your photo, it is recommended that your group size is limited to 6 people. Santa’s schedule is filling up faster than ever, so be sure to grab your ticket today!

Where: Fairview Pointe Claire, 6801 Transcanada Hwy, Pointe Claire

Times: Various time slots available

Cost: $15 to make an appointment

Ages: All ages

Additional info: https://shops.cadillacfairview.com/holiday-visit-with-santa


Les Avenues Vaudreuil (Vaudreuil)

We are pleased to announce that our highly anticipated Christmas event will take place on Saturday, November 23 at Avenue Mode.

The parade will begin at Marshalls store at 10 a.m., followed by lively activities in front of the Sports Experts store until 4 p.m.

On the program:

  • Santa Claus parade (route below)
  • Meet Santa Claus, receive gifts, and take photos (no reservation or ticket required)
  • Farm animals and pony ride
  • Children’s makeup
  • Ornament decorating
  • Magic, percussion, and circus shows
  • Mascots & DJ & entertainment
  • Snacks & drinks
  • Harden Express Train
  • And more…

Date: Saturday November 23

Time: 10am to 4pm

Cost: Free

Ages: All ages

Additional Info: https://www.facebook.com/events/905531428220437/?


Hudson Holiday Market (Hudson)

LET THE HOLIDAY MADNESS BEGIN ! Join us for a great cause! FREE ENTRY.

Now 6 dates: Less lineups, more fun!

– Saturday, November 23 & Sunday, November 24
– Saturday, November 30 & Sunday, December 1
– Saturday, December 7 & Sunday, December 8 

Alibi Barn: 422 Rue Main, Hudson Qc
 10am to 4pm

This year’s event will be collecting monetary donations for NOVA Hudson. The schedule of activities will be announced soon. 

Here’s what you can expect:

 A beautiful winterized tent to warm up, have a bite and enjoy activities. Courtesy of Sperry Tents Canada!

 Local vendors (over 30 vendors, with different vendors to discover each day)

 Live music with local favourites: 

Morgan Weinmeister: Nov 30, Dec 1 & Dec 7 at 1 PM
Alyssa Mirarchi: Nov 24 & Dec 7 at 12 PM
Holiday Choir: Nov 23, 24 & Dec 8 at 1PM

 Food, coffee, hot chocolate and adult beverages

Delicious bites from Furley
Festive drinks from Alibi Lounge
Local brews by Cardinal Beer

 Get cozy by the fire pit and enjoy local artists singing your favourite songs

 Bring the kids for a fire truck tour hosted by the Hudson Fire Department (December 1st from 11am to 1pm)

 Santa visits 
December 1 at 1 PM
December 8 at 11 AM

 Get some professional holiday shots of your family in our Christmas photo booth (all 6 days!)

 Face painting on December 1st 

 Participate in our charity initiatives featuring some awesome local prizes!

Share this with your friends! We can’t wait to see you there, supporting an awesome cause. 

This event is on rain, snow or shine!

Where: 422 rue Main, Hudson

Time: 10am to 4pm

Cost: Free entrance

Ages: All ages

Additional Info: https://www.facebook.com/events/1097264135254976/?


Dorval Holiday Market (Dorval)

Discover our local businesses and enjoy the roaming entertainment while getting some holiday shopping done. An unforgettable experience awaits you at the Dorval Holiday Market!

Inspired by European markets, the outdoor site will showcase local artisans and products, as well as tasty discoveries, all in an enchanting atmosphere enhanced by beautiful lighting, background music, and small wooden cabins serving as booths for merchants.

The Dorval Holiday Market, displayed in the parking lot located at the intersection of Tulip and Dawson avenues, will be open during three weekends starting at the end of November.

Opening hours
– Friday: 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.
– Saturday: Noon to 7 p.m.
– Sunday: Noon to 5 p.m.

This year, take advantage of an extended Santa Claus schedule (taking photos is totally free!), a mailbox for letters to Santa, numerous raffles, and many new features onsite!

Saturday, November 30
– Between 12:30 p.m. and 4:30 p.m.: Visit from Santa Claus, the elf, and Dorval’s mascot, Jet
– Between 1 p.m. and 5 p.m.: Roaming entertainment → Aneth Lépine, Director of the Magic Department

Sunday, December 1
– Between 12:30 p.m. and 4:30 p.m.: Visit from Santa Claus, the elf, and Dorval’s mascot, Jet
– Between 1 p.m. and 5 p.m.: Roaming entertainment → Casse-noisette en échasses

Saturday, December 7
– Between 12:30 p.m. and 4:30 p.m.: Visit from Santa Claus, the elf, and Dorval’s mascot, Jet
– Between 1 p.m. and 5 p.m.: Roaming entertainment → Le duo Balle de neige

Sunday, December 8
– Between 12:30 p.m. and 4:30 p.m.: Visit from Santa Claus, the elf, and Dorval’s mascot, Jet
– Between 1 p.m. and 5 p.m.: Roaming entertainment → Ski Tandem

Saturday, December 14
– Between 12:30 p.m. and 4:30 p.m.: Visit from Santa Claus, the elf, and Dorval’s mascot, Jet
– Between 1 p.m. and 5 p.m.: Roaming entertainment → Candy Cane Drummers

Sunday, December 15
– Between 12:30 p.m. and 4:30 p.m.: Visit from Santa Claus and the elf
– Between 1 p.m. and 5 p.m.: Roaming entertainment → Lakeshore Concert Band

Where: Intersection of Tulip and Dawson avenues- Dorval

Times: See above for Santa Schedule

Cost: Free Entrance

Ages:All ages

Additional Info: https://www.ville.dorval.qc.ca/en/events/event/dorval-holiday-market-2024?f


Meet Santa at Chocolats Favoris! (Vaudreuil)

Santa will be at the chocolate shop for about an hour. He will read a Christmas story to the little ones. Afterwards, parents can take photos with their cameras. Psst: you can even bring your gift list and give it to him directly during the activity. Please arrive at least 15 minutes before the event. 

Date: Saturday Nov.30th

Time: 9am to 10am

Where: 22700 chemin Dumberry, suite #2, Vaudreuil-Dorion

Cost: Free

Ages: All ages

Additional Info: https://www.chocolatsfavoris.com/en/blog/santas-chocolats-favoris-tour


Meet Santa at Chocolats Favoris! (Kirkland)

Santa will be at the chocolate shop for about an hour. He will read a Christmas story to the little ones. Afterwards, parents can take photos with their cameras. Psst: you can even bring your gift list and give it to him directly during the activity. Please arrive at least 15 minutes before the event. 

Date: Saturday Nov.30th

Time: 11am to 12pm

Where: 16956 Autoroute Transcanadienne, suite #1, Kirkland

Cost: Free

Ages: All ages

Additional Info: https://www.chocolatsfavoris.com/en/blog/santas-chocolats-favoris-tour


Place Vertu (Saint Laurent)

Come and experience the magic with Santa Clause.

To make your reservation:

  1. Use this link to make your appointment: Reservation Link
  2. Select the available date and time of your choice.
  3. Fill out all the necessary information (this will enhance the experience of meeting Santa for your child) 

Once you have completed your selection, you will receive an email confirmation.

*To ensure that you and your child’s visit goes well, please arrive promptly to your appointment.*

It is recommended to arrive 10 minutes before your scheduled meeting!

His wonderful kingdom is located at entrance 3, in the Continental court.

Date: Santa arrives Nov.30th

Time: Check website for times- Tuesday to Sunday

Where: Place Vertu, 3131 Boul Place Vertu, Saint Laurent

Cost: Free entrance- cost for photos

Ages: All ages

Additional Info: https://placevertu.com/en/events/place-vertu-experience-the-magic-with-santa-clause?


La Magie des Temps des Fetes (Saint Laurent-Bois Franc)

Come meet Santa and his elves! special surprises for the kids!

Date: Sunday December 1

Where: 2310 Rue Wilfrid-Reid, Saint-Laurent, QC H4R 0K2

Time: 12pm to 2pm

Cost: Free

Ages: All ages


La Magie des Fetes (DDO)

New Event- The Civic Centre is getting ready to transform into an enchanted place to celebrate the start of the holiday season! Come discover this new event that will soon become a must for your family. 

 Sunday, December 1  
 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.  
 Civic Centre 

Activities for all ages await you in every corner of the Civic Centre!

Meet Santa, Anna and Elsa and sooo much more!

Where: 12001 de Salaberry, DDO

Time:10am to 3pm

Cost: Free

Ages: All ages

Additional Info: https://www.facebook.com/events/916658577040026?


Meet Santa at Centre Rockland (Montreal)

Give your child the unique opportunity to meet Santa at the mall, thanks to our appointment platform dedicated to this experience. A tool specially designed to create an unforgettable, personalized moment for your child.

Several time slots are available to meet Santa between December 5 to December 24. You can simply reserve the time slot of your choice

Here’s how to make an appointment with Santa:

  • Click on this link below to access our online booking platform.
  • Follow the registration and booking process.
  • You will receive a confirmation e-mail.

Don’t forget to add this appointment to your digital calendar so you don’t miss out on this magical moment. We’ll also send you an SMS reminder the day before your appointment. 

On the day of your appointment, follow these instructions for a memorable experience:

  • Santa Claus will be waiting for you in his kingdom at the shopping center.
  • Please arrive only 10 minutes before the scheduled time.
  • As soon as you arrive, signal your presence to the elf at Santa’s Kingdom

Capture the magic of Christmas with our photobooth and let it shine on printed souvenirs. Several choices will be available to you.

Thank you for being punctual ! The magic of Christmas is waiting for you.

Dates: December 5th

Where: 2305 Chem. Rockland,Montréal

Time: Various Times

Cost: Free

Ages: All ages

Additional Info: https://centrerockland.com/events/come-meet-santa-in-his-kingdom


Plaza Pointe Claire (Pointe Claire)

Come take your own photo with Santa on Saturday December 7th -10am to 2pm

More info to come.

Date: Saturday December 7th

Where: Plaza Pointe Claire, 269 Boul St. Jean, Pointe Claire

Time: 10am to 2pm

Cost: Free- With a canned good for On Rock Community

Ages: All ages

Additional Info: https://www.facebook.com/PlazaPointeClaire


Holiday magic at AHT Rescue (Vaudreuil-Dorion)

Entrée 10$, gratuit pour les moins de 10 ans
Admission $10, Free for kids under 10 

Photos avec chevaux / Photos with horses

 Photo avec Père Noël / Photos with Santa

Boissons chaudes / Hot beverages 

Pâtisseries et artisanat / Baked goods and crafts

Tirage / Raffle 

We are very pleased to announce that SPVM’s Cavalry Patrol will be joining us for our event. They are delighted to get together with their former retired companions to answer any of your questions. / Nous sommes très heureux d’annoncer que la patrouille de cavalerie de SPVM se joindra à nous pour notre événement. Ils sont ravis de se réunir avec leurs anciens compagnons pour répondre à toutes vos questions.

En cas de mauvaise température reporté au 8 décembre 
Rain date December 8

Du plaisir pour toute la famille, tout en soutenant une bonne cause!

Fun for the entire family while supporting a local charity!

*Les animaux de compagnie ne sont pas admis sur place* 
*No pets allowed on site

Date: December 7th

Time: 1pm to 4pm

Where: 27 Chemin Murphy, Vaudreuil-Dorion

Cost: $10 per person, Free for kids under 10 

Ages: All ages

Additional Info: https://www.facebook.com/events/533678652866206


Jardins Dorval (Dorval)

Guess who’s coming back to Jardins de Dorval this year?

That’s right, Santa Claus himself will be making his annual stop to meet all the good little boys and girls.

Join us at the Christmas Workshop, where Santa and his elves are ready to make your holidays even more magical.

Meet Santa and his elves with all kinds of fun activities.

  • Santa meet and greet
  • Greeting card workshop
  • Cookie decorating station
  • Activities with the elves
  • Face painting (during the weekend of 14-15 only)

Date: December 7 and 8, 14 and 15

Time: 12pm to 4pm

Cost: Free

Ages: All ages

Additional Info: https://www.facebook.com/JardinsDorval


Galeries des Sources (DDO)


Come take your photo with Santa.

Date: December 14th

Time: 10am to 2pm

Cost: Free

Ages: All ages

Additional Info: https://www.facebook.com/GaleriesDesSour


Magie des Fetes avec Bubbles La Clown Au Centre Commercial Beaconsfield


Come join us for a magical day at Centre Commercial Beaconsfield! Enjoy a bunch of activites for the kids.

Get your photo with Santa by a professional Photographer.

Enjoy activities with Bubble the Clown!

Magic Show will start at 2pm.

Date: December 15th

Time: 11am to 3pm

Where: Centra Commercial Beaconsfield, 50, boulevard Saint-Charles, Beaconsfield 

Cost: Free

Ages: All ages


Faubourg de L’Ile (Pincourt)


Come get your photo taken with Santa! First come first serve. There will be a photographer on site for a fee.

Dates: December 17th and December 22

Where: Faubourg de l’ile, 101 Cardinal Leger, Pincourt

Time: Dec.17- 11am to 3pm

Dec.22- 5pm tp 8pm

Cost: Fee for photo

Ages: All ages

Additional info: https://www.facebook.com/LeFaubourgDeLile