2026 dates not confirmed yet. Malahat SkyWalk has not announced its 2026 Holiday Magic dates or Santa schedule yet. The details below are from recent seasons. We’ll update this page as soon as the 2026 details are announced.
Forty minutes north of Victoria, the Malahat SkyWalk adds a festive layer to its treetop walk and spiral tower every holiday season. Holiday Magic brings Santa visits, a Santa’s Workshop for crafts, cookies and hot chocolate from the Claus Family Bakery, and a fire to warm up by.
For more ideas, see the best Christmas things to do in Victoria.
Holiday Magic: Quick Facts
| 2026 dates | Not confirmed yet. In 2024 Holiday Magic ran November 23 to January 1 |
| Santa visits | Select December dates. Santa’s schedule is posted each year |
| Location | Malahat SkyWalk, 901 Trans-Canada Highway, Malahat |
| Tickets | SkyWalk admission tickets, bought online |
| Official site | malahatskywalk.com |
What to Expect
- Santa visits: photos with Santa on select dates in December.
- Santa’s Workshop: crafts and colouring projects to take home.
- Claus Family Bakery: Christmas cookies and hot chocolate.
- Firepit: a cozy fire at the base of the spiral tower.
- The views: the tower looks out over the Saanich Inlet.
Tips
- The SkyWalk has been open on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day in past seasons with shorter hours, which makes it a good family outing on the day itself.
- Dress warmly. It’s colder at the top of the Malahat than in town.
- Check DriveBC for Malahat highway conditions.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is Holiday Magic at the Malahat SkyWalk in 2026?
The 2026 dates have not been announced yet. In 2024 it ran from November 23 to January 1.
Is Santa at the Malahat SkyWalk?
Yes, on select dates in December. The schedule is posted on the SkyWalk website each season.
Part of: Victoria Christmas Guide 2026
