Santa at the Fairgrounds Returns to the Milton Fairgrounds for Three December Weekends

A family holiday tradition is coming back to the Milton Fairgrounds this December, with free visits to see Santa across three weekends and a charity drive supporting local families in need.

What Happened

The Halton Agricultural Society is hosting its fifth annual Santa at the Fairgrounds event in Milton, FM101 Milton Now reports. Running on three weekends in December, the event offers free admission and encourages visitors to bring a donation for the Milton Community Resource Centre's Fill a Crib campaign instead of paying at the gate. Photos with Santa are available for a small fee.

Key Details

• The event runs December 5 and 6, 12 and 13, and 19 and 20, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day, at the Milton Fairgrounds.

• There is no entrance fee; organizers ask visitors to donate to the Fill a Crib campaign for the Milton Community Resource Centre's infant food bank.

• The food bank especially needs larger-size diapers, baby food pouches and jars, powdered formula and baby wipes, and cash donations are also welcome.

• Photos with Santa cost $15 and are delivered digitally by email after each weekend; cash and credit are accepted, though some vendors may take cash only.

• Sensory-friendly visits run from 10 to 11 a.m. on December 12 and 13, with reduced lighting, no music and lower crowd noise; families can book those by emailing the organizers.

• General visits are first-come, first-served, outdoor fire pits will be set up for roasting marshmallows, and pets are not permitted.

Community Impact

Beyond a free seasonal outing, the event doubles as a local giving drive, channelling donations to the Milton Community Resource Centre's infant food bank at a time of year when demand for support tends to rise. The sensory-friendly hours also help make the visit accessible to children who find busy, noisy settings difficult.

Background

Santa at the Fairgrounds is now in its fifth year under the Halton Agricultural Society. Organizers post updates on lines and wait times to their Facebook and Instagram accounts.

Source: FM101 Milton Now — https://www.miltonnow.ca/2026/10/22/find-santa-at-the-milton-fairgrounds-this-december/

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