Costume Try On - Elves & Santas
2023-12-17 11:00 - 16:00 (America/Denver) | Magic of Christmas Warehouse, Bay #32, 4216 54 Ave SE, Calgary, Alberta, T2C 2E3, Canada
ELVES AND SANTAS
If you’ve received a confirmation for a bus, hospital or Santa party shift, you can come to figure out your costume!
Did you join our growing family of elves and Santas this year? The following costume fittings are for registered and confirmed bus and hospital route volunteers only. Costume fittings take place at our workshop.
Important: You must receive an email notification from us letting you know that you’ve been scheduled for a bus or hospital shift before attending one of the following.
Click here to learn more about our volunteer opportunities.
Costume fitting Dates

View all the costume fitting dates we currently have available.

Costume Try On - Elves & Santas #2
2023-12-20 18:00 - 21:00 | Magic of Christmas Warehouse, Bay #32, 4216 54 Ave SE, Calgary, Alberta, T2C 2E3, Canada

2023 Hospital Visits
2023-12-22 08:00 - 17:00

Christmas Eve 2023
2023-12-24
Our Big Day!
We’ll deliver cheer and gifts to families in Calgary

Christmas Day - 2023
2023-12-25

Rotary Second Chance Art Sale
2024-04-19 16:00 - 2024-04-20 15:00 | Acadia Recreation Complex, 240 - 90 Avenue SE, Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Out partner, Rotary Club of Calgary Heritage Park hosts the “Second Chance Art Sale” every year as a fundraiser.

2024 AGM
2024-07-17 18:00 - 20:00 | Magic of Christmas Warehouse, Bay #32, 4216 54 Ave SE, Calgary, Alberta, T2C 2E3, Canada
The Magic of Christmas Annual General Meeting for 2024
Join us for our review of Christmas 2023 and election of the executive team. Voting for the Executive is open to all who volunteered during the 2023 Christmas season. We’re holding our Annual General Meeting at the Magic of Christmas Warehouse this year.
Agenda
6pm-7pm

Pizza and mingle
Share feedback

7pm-8pm

Details about how we did during 2023
Financial Update
Election of the Executive (The current executive are standing for re-election as incumbents)

President – Scott Perley (incumbent)
Vice President – Jeff Mackenzie (incumbent)
Treasurer – Mardie D’Andrea (incumbent)
Secretary – Shani Sheppard (incumbent)
Volunteer Coordinator – Courtney Kane (incumbent)

If you wish to put your name forward for a position, please submit the RSVP and indicate you’d like to run for an executive position.

Please RSVP to let us know if you’re able to join. If you would like to put your name forward to run for any positions, please let us know in the RSVP.
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Calgary Motorcycle Toy Run
2024-09-15 08:00 - 17:00
The Calgary Motorcycle Toy Run in support of The Magic of Christmas is a multi part event that starts at Calgary Harley Davidson, then making way to The Heritage Centre in Cremona. The Calgary Motorcycle Toy Run holds an annual ride every year on the 3rd Sunday of September. Our day begins at 9:00 am with breakfast (for the first 300 people) and registration; we are excited to announce that this years run will start at Calgary Harley Davidson! Kickstands are up at 12:00 pm and the group will make their way to our end venue The Heritage Center (Big Red Barn), in Cremona. Once the participants reach the end venue, guests can enjoy the live band, enter the 50/50 and raffle draws, bid on the multitude of auction items, with a late lunch being served 3:00 pm.
The cost of this event is a new unwrapped toy or a minimum $20 donation. All proceeds go to The Magic of Christmas!

Chasing Sunset Season Ender Party - Break the Bikes
2024-09-21 11:00 - 17:00 | Calgary Harley-Davidson, 2475 Pegasus Road NE, Calgary, Alberta, T2E 8C3, Canada
Get ready to rev up the excitement at the Chasing Sunset Season Ender Party on September 21st, from 11am to 5pm!
Celebrate the end of the season with an unbeatable End of Season Sale—for a limited time, enjoy 1.99% financing on selected new 2024 Harley-Davidson motorcycles, plus exclusive in-store offers. The day will be packed with live music from Playground Zone, delicious bites from food trucks, and the one-of-a-kind Tonnie Bar experience.
And if you’re feeling daring, don’t miss your chance to take out those end of summer frustrations while supporting a great cause!
Tools are provided by Calgary Harley-Davidson:

Sledge Hammer
Carpenter’s Hammer
Crowbar
Golf Club
Hockey Stick
Baseball bat

$5 a swing or $20 for 5 swings! All proceeds from the event will be donated to our charity, The Magic of Christmas. Let her rip as we break the bike for Magic!

The Magic of Christmas Charity Gala 2024
2024-09-28 16:00 - 22:00 | ATCO Blue Flame Kitchen, 5302 Forand St SW, Calgary, Alberta, T3E 8B4, Canada
The Magic of Christmas is hosting our inaugural charity gala on September 28, 2024, a special evening dedicated to spreading the spirit of Christmas to those who need it most in our community.
Our goal this year is to raise $25,000 to continue our mission, and your presence at our gala would mean the world to us. At The Magic of Christmas 2024 Charity Gala, you’ll step into a transformed venue, brimming with festive spirit and excitement. Enjoy finest food by BFK, drinks, silent auction, and live entertainment, all in support of a wonderful cause. It’s an evening that will leave a lasting impression, long after the music fades and the lights dim.
Parking Information

The Magic of Christmas Charity Gala 2024 Sponsors
We are immensely grateful to our generous sponsors whose support makes this extraordinary event possible. These valued partners share our commitment to delivering the Christmas spirit into the homes and hearts of those who need it most and inviting everyone to believe again in the true magic of the season. We encourage you to take a moment to explore the logos below and recognize the organizations that play a pivotal role in bringing our mission to life.
Silver Sponsors

Bronze Sponsors

Interested in becoming a sponsor for this event? Step into our VIP lounge to learn more.

Change Makers Collective Holiday Social
2024-11-17 11:00 - 18:00 | Renfrew Community Association, 811 Radford Road NE, Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Coca Cola Holiday Truck at the Magic!
2024-11-22 18:00 - 21:00 | Magic of Christmas Warehouse, Bay #32, 4216 54 Ave SE, Calgary, Alberta, T2C 2E3, Canada
Coca Cola Canada is bringing the Coke Holiday Truck to the Magic of Christmas Warehouse!
Bring a gift or a gift card to help spread some Christmas cheer to families in Calgary
Event Highlights:Strike a pose or take a selfie with the Holiday Truck, Santa and elves. Outdoor Christmas Fun – Join us for a festive winter wonderland experience! Hot Chocolate Station – Warm up with a cup of delicious hot cocoa or other hot beverages. Yard Games – Challenge your friends with Connect 4, Corn Hole, and more. Coca-Cola Polar Bear Mascot – A unique photo opportunity with the beloved mascot! Pets Welcome – Bring your furry friends for a jolly good time.

Additional Perks: Calgary Harley-Davidson – Check out the dazzling Red Harley decked out in Christmas lights and enter their FREE door prize draw. YYC Food Truck – Enjoy the delicious menu from The Canadian Bear Balls Truck.Learn more about the Coca-Cola Kindest Community Initiatives: https://www.coca-cola.com/…/coke-holiday/kindest-community.
Admission is free, and donations are encouraged to support The Magic of Christmas’ mission.
We can’t wait to celebrate the magic of the season with you!

2024 Cookie Sale
2024-11-28 07:00 - 09:00 | ATCO Blue Flame Kitchen, 5302 Forand St SW, Calgary, Alberta, T3E 8B4, Canada
Come get your Christmas started with cookies baked by Calgary’s best chefs!
Join us for Global’s 2024 Cookie Sale in support of The Magic of Christmas

How does it work?
Buy a punch card for $25 and get 13 cookies from 50+ Calgary chefs situated around the ATCO Blue Flame Kitchen. (See a list of the Chefs and donors who made last year’s sale a great success!)
All the proceeds go to The Magic of Christmas
Here are Some pics from the 2022 event

2024 Elf Rally
2024-12-01 11:00 - 13:00 | Magic of Christmas Warehouse, Bay #32, 4216 54 Ave SE, Calgary, Alberta, T2C 2E3, Canada
Each year we plan an information session for our new and returning volunteers. We joyfully call this annual event the Elf Rally. This beloved tradition promises to ignite holiday magic, while preparing Santas and Elves in-training for their roles in making spirits brighter for over 800 families across Calgary on Christmas Eve.
We encourage everyone placed on a bus route, wanting to do a hospital route or wanting to learn about The Magic of Christmas to join us! Want a backstage pass to the North Pole action? Stay tuned for an invitation on our website.
Looking to volunteer and help make Elf Rally a success? Check out the available opportunities on our website! https://www.themagicofchristmas.org/volunteer-opps/
RSVP
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Costume Try On - Elves - #1
2024-12-01 13:30 - 17:30 | Magic of Christmas Warehouse, Bay #32, 4216 54 Ave SE, Calgary, Alberta, T2C 2E3, Canada
ELVES ONLY
If you’ve received a confirmation for a bus, hospital or Santa party shift, you can come to figure out your costume!
Did you join our growing family of elves and Santas this year? The following costume fittings are for registered and confirmed bus and hospital route volunteers only. Costume fittings take place at our workshop.
Important: You must receive an email notification from us letting you know that you’ve been scheduled for a bus or hospital shift before attending one of the following.
Click here to learn more about our volunteer opportunities.
Costume fitting Dates

View all the costume fitting dates we currently have available.

Costume Try On - Santas- #1
2024-12-02 18:00 - 20:30 | Magic of Christmas Warehouse, Bay #32, 4216 54 Ave SE, Calgary, Alberta, T2C 2E3, Canada
SANTAS ONLY
If you’ve received a confirmation for a bus, hospital or Santa party shift, you can come to figure out your costume!
Did you join our growing family of elves and Santas this year? The following costume fittings are for registered and confirmed bus and hospital route volunteers only. Costume fittings take place at our workshop.
Important: You must receive an email notification from us letting you know that you’ve been scheduled for a bus or hospital shift before attending one of the following.
Click here to learn more about our volunteer opportunities.
Costume fitting Dates

View all the costume fitting dates we currently have available.

Costume Try On - Elves - #2
2024-12-07 10:00 - 15:00 | Magic of Christmas Warehouse, Bay #32, 4216 54 Ave SE, Calgary, Alberta, T2C 2E3, Canada

Costume Try On - Santas - #2
2024-12-08 10:00 - 15:00 | Magic of Christmas Warehouse, Bay #32, 4216 54 Ave SE, Calgary, Alberta, T2C 2E3, Canada

2024 GlobalTV Morning of Giving
2024-12-11 06:00 - 09:00 | ATCO Blue Flame Kitchen, 5302 Forand St SW, Calgary, Alberta, T3E 8B4, Canada
Join Leslie Horton and our donation drive-thru at ATCO Blue Flame Kitchen (5302 Forand St SW) and drop off a new, unwrapped gift or gift cards for any age (household items, clothing, toys, electronics, etc.) to help Calgary families in need.

Costume Try On - Elves - #3
2024-12-11 18:00 - 20:30 | Magic of Christmas Warehouse, Bay #32, 4216 54 Ave SE, Calgary, Alberta, T2C 2E3, Canada

Costume Try On - Elves - #4
2024-12-13 18:00 - 21:00 | Magic of Christmas Warehouse, Bay #32, 4216 54 Ave SE, Calgary, Alberta, T2C 2E3, Canada

Costume Try On - Elves - #5
2024-12-15 10:00 - 14:00 | Magic of Christmas Warehouse, Bay #32, 4216 54 Ave SE, Calgary, Alberta, T2C 2E3, Canada

Costume Try On - Santas - #3
2024-12-17 18:00 - 21:00 | Magic of Christmas Warehouse, Bay #32, 4216 54 Ave SE, Calgary, Alberta, T2C 2E3, Canada

Costume Try On - Elves & Santas - Last Call
2024-12-18 18:00 - 21:00 | Magic of Christmas Warehouse, Bay #32, 4216 54 Ave SE, Calgary, Alberta, T2C 2E3, Canada

Hospital & Care Centre Visits
2024-12-23
Our Santas and Elves will be visiting Calgary Hospitals and Care centres.
More details to come.

Christmas Eve
2024-12-24 | Magic of Christmas Warehouse, Bay #32, 4216 54 Ave SE, Calgary, Alberta, T2C 2E3, Canada
All our Reindeer buses are going out to visit families around Calgary
Volunteer to join us.

2025 AGM
2025-06-23 18:30 - 20:30 | Magic of Christmas Warehouse, Bay #32, 4216 54 Ave SE, Calgary, Alberta, T2C 2E3, Canada
The Magic of Christmas Annual General Meeting for 2025
Join us for our review of Christmas 2024 and election of the executive team. We’re holding our Annual General Meeting at the Magic of Christmas Warehouse again this year.
Agenda
6pm-7pm

Pizza and mingle
Share feedback

7pm-8pm

Details about how we did during 2024
Financial Update
Election of the Executive (The current executive are standing for re-election as incumbents)

President – Scott Perley (incumbent)
Vice President – Jeff Mackenzie (incumbent)
Treasurer – Mardie D’Andrea (incumbent)
Secretary – Position Open
Volunteer Coordinator – Courtney Kane (incumbent)

If you wish to put your name forward for a position, please submit the RSVP and indicate you’d like to run for an executive position.

Please RSVP to let us know if you’re able to join. If you would like to put your name forward to run for any positions, please let us know in the RSVP.
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Storytelling Recording Session
2025-09-07 15:00 - 18:00 | Magic of Christmas Warehouse, Bay #32, 4216 54 Ave SE, Calgary, Alberta, T2C 2E3, Canada
We Want to Hear Your Magic of Christmas Story!
Every year, The Magic of Christmas comes alive through the dedication, love, and kindness of our volunteers. Behind every delivery, every smile, and every hug, there’s a story worth telling—and we want to share yours. We believe the most moving way to explain our mission is through the voices of our volunteers— YOU! Your joy, your experiences, and your moments of connection don’t just inspire, they help others believe in the Magic of Christmas and continue to support our cause.
📹 To bring these stories to life, we’re inviting volunteers—past and present—to join us at the warehouse for a special storytelling recording session. Our videographer will capture your story so we can share it at the gala, and later through media interviews, social channels, and future events.
When & Where:
📍 The Magic of Christmas Warehouse (4216 54 Ave SE)
📅 September 7the
🕑 Drop-in times: 3pm – 6pm
Can’t make it that weekend? Don’t worry—we can also arrange an individual online recording session upon request. We can’t wait to hear from you. ❤️
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The Magic of Christmas Charity Gala 2025
2025-09-27 17:00 - 23:00 | ATCO Blue Flame Kitchen, 5302 Forand St SW, Calgary, Alberta, T3E 8B4, Canada
Last year marked our inaugural Magic of Christmas Charity Gala—a truly special evening that exceeded all expectations. The event received resoundingly positive feedback from attendees, many of whom asked us when the next gala would be held. We are pleased to share that, in response to that enthusiastic support, the gala is returning for its second year.
The gala will bring together supporters, potential new donors, and community leaders who share our vision of making the holiday season brighter for Calgary families in need. We hope you will join us for an evening of connection, celebration, and meaningful impact.
We are immensely grateful to our generous sponsors whose support makes this extraordinary event possible. These valued partners share our commitment to delivering the Christmas spirit into the homes and hearts of those who need it most and inviting everyone to believe again in the true magic of the season. We encourage you to take a moment to explore the logos below and recognize the organizations that play a pivotal role in bringing our mission to life.
Bronze Sponsors

Purchase your ticket below:

2025 Referrals Open
2025-10-01
Referral Organizations wishing to refer a family, can submit a request for families to get a visit from Santa
Details about the Referrals Program
