Free Santa Photos in Winnipeg (2023 Holiday Season Locations)

Major malls offer free Santa photos (Nov 18 – Dec 24, 2023 typical). Check 2024 dates/hours on each site.

Confirmed Free Locations (2023)

• The Forks – Santa Booth near CN Stage
• Garden City Shopping Centre – Santa's Workshop near former Sears
• St. Vital Centre – Santa's Village near former Sears
• Polo Park Shopping Centre – Santa's Wonderland near Bay
• Winnipeg Square – Santa's Castle near Scotiabank

Other Potential Free Spots

• Community centres (check winnipeg.ca → Leisure Guide)
• Churches (St. Mary's, Westminster, etc.)
• Fire halls, libraries, BIA events
• Corporate family days

Tips

• Go early (first week) or weekday evenings – shorter lines.
• Bring own camera/phone – some charge for prints/digital packages.
• Confirm pet/kid policies.