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That Winter Thing is this Saturday

Holiday Fun for the Whole Family

November 30, 2023

Want to experience something new this Christmas Season? Come on out to 'That Winter Thing!' The Rocky View Chestermere Ag Society is bringing you an exciting holiday event on December 2 at the Chestermere Rec Centre.

Click here to pre-purchase That Winter Thing tickets

That Winter Thing 9:30 am - 3:00 pm

This is an amazing opportunity to spend time with the family while enjoying fun Christmas-themed activities. Plus, enjoy a delicious waffle bar with all kinds of toppings with our favourite jolly man, Santa!

  • 9:30 am  - 11:00 am Breakfast with Santa SOLD OUT
    • Ticket price includes a waffle bar, a photo with Santa, and a special gift from Santa (while supplies last)
    • Ticket price also includes all other Winter Thing activities listed below
    • Tickets $20.00 per person. Does not include the Kids Holiday Store

  • 11:00 am - 3:00 pm  All Other Activities
    • Tickets $5.00 per person or $20.00 per family. Does not include Breakfast with Santa or the Kids Holiday Store.
  • Tractor Rides
  • Marshmallow Roasting
  • Photos with Santa (by donation after 11:00 am)
  • Letter Writing to Santa
  • Candy Cane Hunts
  • Music with the Chestermere SoundWaves
  • Carols with Miss Mel
  • Luna PLAY Kids Dance Party
  • Chestermere High School Jazz Band
  • Crafts & Games
  • Christmas Market

There will also be a silent auction during That Winter Thing where you may bid on pre-decorated wreaths and other items donated from local businesses and organizations. All proceeds from the silent auction will go to Synergy to help support their youth programs. 


Kids' Holiday Store 11:00 am - 2:00 pm

Ticket sales end November 30, 2023, at 12:00 pm.  Click here to get your Holiday Store tickets.

Step into a world of wonder at the Kids' Holiday Store, where children aged 4 and above embark on an enchanting journey of discovery. This magical event promises a fun-filled adventure as young shoppers enter a realm of joy and empowerment.

Upon arriving, children are checked in and receive their gift tags and shopping tokens. As they enter the store, they're greeted by their very own elf companion, ready to guide them through an array of gift aisles where they may choose gifts for their loved ones, the gift wrapping station and finally, the cashier. 

But that's not all – the Kids' Holiday Store isn't just about gift-giving. It's a platform where children acquire valuable life skills including decision-making and social interaction. The Kids' Holiday Store is also an affordable gift-shopping experience at a time when budgets are tight.

This unforgettable experience typically lasts around 20 minutes. Tickets are $5.00 each (1 ticket = 1 gift token).