From scavenger hunts and Christmas traditions to a holiday roller rink and keepsake photos with Santa or our mischievous Green, Grumpy Guest, discover two exciting holiday celebrations at Taza Park and The Shops at Buffalo Run. Two events. Double the holiday magic. Free festive fun for everyone!
Event Details
The countdown to the holidays is officially on, and Taza is ready to celebrate! Join us for Under the Stars, featuring two unique holiday celebrations at Taza Park and The Shops at Buffalo Run. Each location brings its own festive activities, seasonal surprises and plenty of fun!
Under the Stars at Taza Park:
- Sunday, November 29, 2026
- 12 PM to 5 PM
- Taza Park Sales & Marketing Centre (Suite 150, 5894 Tsuut’ina Parkway, Tsuut’ina, AB T2T 0E6)
- Event Highlights: Photos with Santa, Follow the North Star scavenger hunt, professionally decorated Christmas trees by our homebuilder partners (vote for your favourite for a chance to win and take it home!), evergreen ornament workshop, letters to Santa, face painting, hot chocolate, popcorn and free gift wrapping with a toy donation.
Under the Stars at The Shops at Buffalo Run:
- Saturday, December 5, 2026
- 10 AM to 4 PM
- The Shops at Buffalo Run Unit #113 (Across from Ace & Irons)
- Event Highlights: Holiday Roller Rink, photos with our grumpy green guest, Holiday Shopping Hunt, wooden ornament decorating, letters to Santa, face painting, hot chocolate, popcorn and free gift wrapping with a toy donation.
Happening at Both Events
Both events offer a taste of the warmth and connection that make Taza a special place to live, visit and explore. Here’s a peek at everything in store at Under the Stars:
Say Cheese With Santa (and a Grumpy Green Guest!)
No holiday outing is complete without a visit to Santa! At both events, every family receives a complimentary Taza keepsake photo, printed on-site and shared digitally so you can send the holiday cheer far and wide. Who’s in the picture depends on the weekend:
Taza Park | Nov 29
Santa will be settled in front of a festive backdrop, ready to hear wish lists and pose for photos. Visits are walk-ins, so there’s no need to book ahead.
The Shops at Buffalo Run | Dec 5
Things get a little more mischievous with our green and grumpy holiday guest who will be around to capture a hilarious holiday moment with everyone’s favourite festive troublemaker.
Don’t forget to add some sparkle and get photo-ready with holiday-inspired face painting.
Craft a Keepsake and Write Letters to Santa
Everyone is invited to get crafty and create a special ornament to hang on the tree this year. The materials change with the weekend:
Taza Park | Nov 29
Attendees will use fresh greenery, mini wreath bases, natural touches and ribbon to make a rustic evergreen ornament.
The Shops at Buffalo Run | Dec 5
Little artists can decorate wooden ornaments with paint pens, glitter and festive embellishments. No registration needed; supplies are first-come, first-served.
At both events, put your wish list to Santa on paper and drop it into our holiday mailbox. Every letter will be delivered through Canada Post’s Letters to Santa program.
We recommend arriving early as materials for the crafts and Santa letters are first-come, first-served, while supplies last.
Give the Gift of Joy with Toy Angels
The holiday season is all about creating joy and giving back, and this year we’re collecting toys for Toy Angels to help local families in need.
Bring a new, unwrapped toy to donate and we’ll return the favour with free gift wrapping for one of your own presents at our festive wrapping station.
Sign up for event updates and stay tuned for drop-off location details coming soon!
Sip, Snack and Stay a While
Say hello to the holiday elves and enjoy a complimentary hot chocolate, served while supplies last at each event, so come early.
Load your cup with surprise toppings which may include marshmallows, whipped cream, crushed candy canes, colourful sprinkles and more. A big thank you to Pür & Simple, who will be generously providing the hot chocolate at our Buffalo Run event on December 5!
Guests can also snack on a free bag of popcorn while they craft, hunt and explore at both events, while supplies last.
Only at Taza Park | November 29
Experience two unique ways to explore the Sales & Marketing Centre only at Taza Park:
Follow the North Star Scavenger Hunt
Get your North Star Scavenger Hunt details at the Sales & Marketing Centre front desk, then explore the Sales Centre and our trusted homebuilders’ showsuites to discover hidden holiday clues along the way!
Each clue reveals a word in a secret holiday message. Solve the phrase, return to the prize station and spin the festive prize wheel to win a gift from The Shops at Buffalo Run.
While you’re on the hunt, take the opportunity to explore homes in Taza Park and discover everything Taza Park has to offer!
Discover the Best Decorated Trees. Cast Your Vote. Win a Holiday Tree!
Our homebuilder partners are getting into the holiday spirit too! As you follow the North Star, you’ll spot Christmas trees decorated in each builder’s signature style. Vote for your favourite at the prize station for a chance to win and bring a fully decorated tree home for the holidays.
Sign up for updates and follow us on social to be the first to know about exclusive builder promotions and incentives available at Under the Stars only.
Only at The Shops at Buffalo Run | December 5
Lace up with the elves, then go hunting for presents hidden by our mischievous green and grumpy holiday guest.
Roll Into the Season at the Holiday Roller Rink
The centrepiece of our Buffalo Run celebration is an indoor Holiday Roller Rink, bringing a retro-inspired skating experience right to the shops. Picture whimsical holiday décor, twinkling lights and a playlist of your favourite holiday tunes as you spin around the rink with family and friends.
A selection of premium roller skates is available in sizes for kids and adults, with seating areas to lace up and take a break between laps.
New to the roller rink? Don’t worry, our roller skating elf will be on hand to help new skaters find their footing. All skaters are required to sign a waiver before they hit the rink.
The Under the Stars Holiday Shopping Hunt
Uh oh, someone green and grumpy has been hiding presents throughout the event space!
Grab your Holiday Shopping List and track down four hidden gifts, each with a clue and a gift idea from a Buffalo Run retailer.
Hand in your completed list for a chance to win a curated gift basket filled with products from The Shops at Buffalo Run.
Your Guide to Under the Stars
Under the Stars at Taza Park
Join us on Sunday, November 29, from 12 to 5 PM at the Taza Park Sales and Marketing Centre. Snap a photo with Santa, craft an evergreen ornament, sip custom hot cocoa and follow the North Star Scavenger Hunt through Taza Park’s builder show suites for a chance to win prizes.
While you’re at The Sales & Marketing Centre, chat with our builder representatives about the homes taking shape at Taza Park.
Under the Stars at The Shops at Buffalo Run
Join us on Saturday, December 5, from 10 AM to 4 PM at #113 at the Shops at Buffalo Run across from Ace & Irons. Lace up at the indoor Holiday Roller Rink, hunt for hidden presents and snap a photo with a green, grumpy and very mischievous holiday guest.
Make a day of it and explore the dining, retail and wellness spots at The Shops at Buffalo Run to get a head start on your holiday shopping.
Both events are free, and all are welcome to attend! Don’t forget to bring a new, unwrapped toy to donate to Toy Angels. We can’t wait to celebrate the season with you!
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