Safe and Festive Holiday Events Happening in Pickering

Things may look a little different this year, but that shouldn’t stop you from having a fun and joyful holiday season! Social distancing, masks, and online events have become the new normal, allowing families to have a merry and bright holiday season!

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Things may look a little different this year, but that shouldn’t stop you from having a fun and joyful holiday season! Social distancing, masks, and online events have become the new normal, allowing families to have a merry and bright holiday season! The City of Pickering is one of the cities that has some of the most creative and exciting events going on this year, keeping families safe while making the most wonderful time of the year that much more wonderful! Families will be able to participate in online and socially distanced holiday events all month!

Keep reading to discover all the fun you can have this December in Pickering!

Santa at The Pickering Markets

Although Santa is extremely busy this time of year, especially with all the health and safety protocols in place, he is coming to the Pickering Markets! He will be visiting on multiple days, so no one misses out! Come see him this weekend Saturday, December 19th, and Sunday, December 20th, between noon and 4 p.m. at 1400 Squires Beach Road, Pickering.

Santa wants to see everyone of all ages and doesn’t charge to see the smiles on your faces! But Santa doesn’t want to be a super spreader, as his goal is to keep everyone safe, so he’ll need your help! Since no one can sit on his lap this year, he wants a letter of all the gifts you would like for Christmas so he can try his best to make your dreams come true! You’ll be able to take a creative photo with Santa from a distance. Snap a picture with Santa in the background putting presents under the tree or act surprised while Santa looks into his magical Christmas bag. If you’d like a different kind of photo, you’ll have to ask Santa’s helpers beforehand. Everyone gets to take home their picture with Santa at no cost!

Mrs. Claus says Sanat is excited to see you all and has been talking about it since July! If you have any questions about health and safety protocols, you can email [email protected]. Ho-Ho-Hope you enjoy it!

Teen Thursdays: Holiday Trivia Night

Calling all the teens of Pickering! Come and join your fellow peers this Thursday, December 17th, for Pickering Public Library’s last trivia night of 2020! This week’s fun online experience is holiday-themed, so make sure you brush up on your reindeer and menorah knowledge. There will be questions and answers and, of course, prizes to be won! This event is a great way to stay connected to the community, make new friends, and learn something new!

To register for the Holiday Trivia Night click here, Zoom links will be emailed to all the participants on the day of the event!

Friends & Fun Winter Break Camp

There’s no better way for your children to enjoy their winter break than with Pickering’s Friends & Fun Winter Break Camp! Your kids will enjoy three days of winter holiday fun and activities that are hands-on and get their creative juices flowing, all while making friends in the process! No need to worry because the camp will be following all health and safety protocols to keep your children safe. Give your kids a fun and eventful week! The camp runs from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day from Monday, December 21st to Wednesday, December 23rd, at the Chestnut Hill Developments Recreation Complex Arena in the O’Brian Rink (floor). This camp is for children ages 5 to 12 years and costs $180. To sign your child up, click here.

NoonYears Party on Zoom and Online New Year’s Eve

Ring in the new year with the rest of the Pickering community…the safe way! The City of Pickering is holding two online New Year events: one for kids ages 4-12 and one for ages 13and up!

The NoonYears Party on Zoom will take place Wednesday, December 30th, from 11:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Come and celebrate with your little ones for a countdown to noon! It’s a party for the kids to enjoy the new year celebrations! Fun, celebratory items will be available to all participants via curbside pickup before the event! Who says New Year’s 2020 can’t be celebrated in a fun and interactive way! If you’d like to register for this fun event, click here and Your Zoom link will be emailed to you before the program starts.

For teens and adults, Pickering has a fun Online New Year’s Eve celebration as well! Starting at 8 p.m., there will be tons of fun, games, entertainment, and so much more! Get ready to party the safe way and countdown to 2021 with the rest of the community! Keep an eye on this link for more details to come.

Centreville wishes you and your family a safe and happy holiday season!

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Pickering is a growing city that regularly offers exciting events and activities that are targeted towards families and young ones. By registering for Centreville’s newest community, Pines Ridge, you and your family can join this thriving city!