Here’s a look at Christmas Edmonton 2023 featuring special offerings by restaurants and local businesses.
Christmas Eve is Sunday, December 24 and Christmas Day is Monday, December 25.
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Christmas Edmonton 2023: Dinner, Turkey to Go, Restaurants
This list is not exhaustive and is updated as information becomes available. I try to feature as much as I can but certainly this is not all that is out there. If your favorite restaurant is not on the list, contact them to see what they are offering.
Fantasyland Hotel
Fantasyland Hotel is offering the following:
Brunch with Santa: Get into the holiday spirit and bring your little ones along to meet the man himself, Santa Claus.
Held on Sunday, December 24th, 2023 with 2 seatings available10:00 A.M. & 12:30 P.M., in the luxurious Beverly Hills Ballroom. Be spoilt for choice with savoury roasts including a whole roasted turkey, AAA Prime Rib, a premium selection of seafood, assorted sushi, and popular breakfast favourites likes made-to-order omelettes! Indulge in our Pastry Chef’s festive desserts including Chestnut and caramel yule log, a chocolate fountain with condiments, in-house made sweets and more.
Tons of fun for the family including photos with Santa and a photo wall. Prices inclusive of 17% gratuity fees (exclusive of GST and Eventbrite fees):
- $87.75 per adult
- $78.39 per senior (65+)
- $35.10 per child (6 – 12 years old)
- Children 5 and under eat free
Christmas Dinner Table d’Hote: Elevate your Christmas celebration with L2 Grill’s exquisite Christmas Dinner Table d’Hote, featuring a 4-course Christmas Menu. Available on December 24th & 25th, 3 sittings available: 4 P.M., 6 P.M., 8 P.M. Vegan options available for all courses. Call 780-444-5538 or email [email protected] for reservations.
Christmas Feast To Go: Take the stress out of holiday cooking this year and savour the joy of Christmas with our Christmas Feast To Go. Our chefs have prepared a delectable feast that you can conveniently pick up and enjoy in the comfort of your own home.
Available for order:
- Full Turkey Dinner (serves 10 – 15 people) for $549 (plus tax)
- Turkey & Gravy Only for $269 (plus tax)
Pick up on:
- December 23rd (12 P.M./ 5 P.M.), December 24th (5 P.M.), and December 25th (1 P.M.)
- Orders must be placed by December 18th.
- Call 780-444-5532 to place your order.
Fairmont Hotel Macdonald
Empire Ballroom at Fairmont Hotel Macdonald is hosting a Christmas traditional brunch buffet on December 25 in their Empire Ballroom. This traditional brunch buffet is complete with all of the holiday fixings one could ever wish for. Reservations are available from 10 am to 12 pm.
They are also offering a Christmas dinner on December 25. Reservations are available at 7 pm. Priced at $166.80 for adults, $154.80 for Seniors, $83.41 for children 6-12, and free for 5 and under. Prices include taxes and gratuity.
Harvest Room at Fairmont Hotel Macdonald is offering a 3-course Christmas Eve dinner on December 24. Reservations are available at 5 pm and 7:30 pm.
They are also hosting a 6-course Christmas Day dinner on December 25. Reservations are available at 4 pm and 7:30 pm.
They are also offering a Festive Lunch Buffet. Whether you’re creating new traditions, or celebrating long-lasting memories, surround yourself in the comfort of the city’s most timeless setting. Priced at $45 per person. Monday to Friday | December 1 – 29 (Excluding Monday, December 25).
They are also offering Turkey to Go ($599) and Prime Rib To-Go ($649) which serve 8 people.
They are also offering Afternoon Tea priced at $89 per person. Weekend Tea seating at 12:00 pm & 2:30pm. November 11 – January 7. Steep yourself in history with our time-honoured tradition of Afternoon Tea. Indulge in a selection of the finest Lot 35 loose leaf teas to keep you warm over the holiday season. Enjoy handcrafted sandwiches and delicate, freshly-baked pastries, including our signature Fairmont Hotel Macdonald Honey Scones.
There is also a Festive Sunday Brunch. Sundays: November 12, 19, 26 & December 3, 10 ,17, 24, 31. Seating Times: Open Seating Between 10:00 am| 10:30 am | 12:00 pm | 12:30 pm. Enjoy an extravagant brunch buffet in the historic Empire Ballroom. Immerse yourself in the magic of historical elegance at the castle on the river as you enjoy made-to-order omelettes, specialty crepes, savoury carving stations, a deluxe seafood selection and so much more. Adults $99, Senior $89, Child $49.50 age 6 – 12.
The Kitchen-River Cree Resort & Casino
The Kitchen-River Cree Resort & Casino is hosting a Christmas Eve buffet on December 24. Featuring items such as Turkey, stuffing with all the trimmings, as well as Prime Rib roast. A wonderful seafood table including Alaskan Snow Crab legs. Desserts include Panna cotta, cheesecakes, a chocolate fountain, fresh fruit and many other cakes and pastries. Reservations are available at 3 pm, 5 pm, and 7 pm. Priced at $80 for adults, $24.50 for children 4-12, and free for children 3 and under.
The same buffet is also offered for Christmas Day on December 25. Reservations are available from 3 pm to 10 pm.
Italia Restaurant-River Cree Resort & Casino
Join them at Italia Restaurant (Enoch) for Festa Del Pesce, Festival of Fish; a celebration of traditional Christmas Eve dishes featuring fish and other seafood delights during the holiday season, December 22-24. 2023! Enjoy mouthwatering dishes on the seasonal menu, filled with salmon rillettes, crispelle frutti dimare, lobster diavolo and more! Served from 5-pm – 10, 18+ dining.
They are also offering a traditional Christmas Day menu; featuring a hearty lasagna Bolognese Verde, herb roasted turkey and Festa Del Pesce ~ a show stopper of butter poached lobster, shrimp, mussels, salmon, cod; white wine, capers, roasted tomato broth served over lemon risotto!! Service from 5- 10 pm on December 25. Reservations are recommended. 18+ dining.
Evario Kitchen + Bar
Evario Kitchen + Bar is serving a Christmas Eve brunch on December 24. Priced at $49 per person. Immerse yourself in the warmth of holiday spirit as you savour every moment of this festive feast. Indulge your senses in a gastronomic journey featuring a lavish buffet spread that caters to every palate. From decadent holiday classics to contemporary twists on seasonal favourites, our chefs have curated a menu that promises to delight. Think succulent roasted meats, flavourful seasonal vegetables, and a selection of mouthwatering desserts that will leave you craving more. As you gather with loved ones, raise a toast to the joyous occasion with our festive drink offerings—signature cocktails, sparkling sips, and warm winter beverages.
Highlands Golf Club
Highlands Golf Club has the following Christmas offerings for pickup on December 24 and 25 between 11:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. The menu features 24-hour brined turkey (4 lbs.), traditional apple & sage stuffing, turkey gravy, maple thyme glazed carrots and beets, mashed potatoes, bourbon citrus cranberry, festive salad and an assorted Christmas goodie platter including candy cane cheesecake, rum truffle balls, pumpkin ginger truffle, and orange mandarin torte. $200 package serves 4-5 people plus 10% gratuity and 5% GST. Individual meals are also available for $50 per person plus 10% gratuity and 5% GST. Additional add-ons include braised beef short rib, cabbage rolls, perogies, and a charcuterie board.
Fairmont Hotel Macdonald
Fairmont Hotel Macdonald is serving a Christmas Day dinner buffet in The Empire Ballroom on December 25. Priced at $166.80 for adults, $154.80 for Seniors, $83.41 for children 6-12, and free for children 5 and under. Prices include taxes and gratuity.
They are also serving a Christmas Day brunch in the Empire Ballroom on December 25. Priced at $154.80 for adults, $142.80 for seniors, $77.41 for children 6-12, and free for children 5 and under. Prices include taxes and gratuity.
Fairmont Hotel Macdonald is also serving a 3-course Table d’Hôte menu in The Harvest Room on Christmas Eve December 24. Two seating times are available at 5 pm and 7:30 pm. Priced at $130 per person. Prices include taxes and gratuity.
They are also serving a six-course Table d’Hôte menu on Christmas Day December 25. Two seating times are available at 4 pm and 7:30 pm. Priced at $270 per person. Prices include taxes and gratuity.
Sawmill & The Mill Craft Bar + Kitchen
Sawmill & The Mill Craft Bar + Kitchen is serving a Christmas Eve brunch on December 24. For just $39.95 for adults and $19.95 for kids 12 and under, treat your family to a feast that transcends ordinary dining. Their diverse buffet offers a culinary journey from fluffy pancakes to crispy bacon, ensuring there’s something to satisfy every palate. Savour the moment with lunch options and a Roast Beef carving station, a true delight for meat enthusiasts. Their chefs meticulously craft each dish to perfection. Remember to leave room for their decadent dessert selection.
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Whole Foods
Whole Foods offers a variety of Christmas Feasts, Prime Rib Dinners, Beef Wellington Dinners, sides, sauces and more. You will need to select for the specific location to find out the offerings.
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