Nintendo Switch 2 Holiday Experience Returns to Canadian Malls

Nintendo Switch 2 Holiday Experience promotional artwork featuring Mario, Luigi, Toad, Princess Peach, and Yoshi as snowmen surrounded by holiday decorations.

By Jon Scarr

Nintendo of Canada is bringing the Nintendo Switch 2 Holiday Experience back to three shopping centres this November and December. Families in Mississauga, Laval and Calgary will have the chance to play Nintendo Switch 2 games, with two separate event periods scheduled for Mississauga and Laval.

This year's events feature Mario Kart World and Nintendo Switch Sports Resort, along with holiday giveaways while supplies last. Nintendo Account holders can also check in through My Nintendo for a themed gift item and 100 Platinum Points.

Play Mario Kart World and Nintendo Switch Sports Resort

Mario Kart World lets visitors race across connected courses, while Nintendo Switch Sports Resort takes them to Wuhu Island for sports activities. Both games will be available to try on Nintendo Switch 2 at these events.

Last year's playable selection also included Donkey Kong Bananza and Super Mario Galaxy + Super Mario Galaxy 2.

Visitors can receive a limited-edition Mario and friends holiday gift tag, while supplies last. That's a change from the holiday wish list guide handed out at last year's events. Nintendo Account holders can also check in through My Nintendo for a separate Nintendo-themed gift item, subject to availability, and 100 My Nintendo Platinum Points to redeem for rewards. A Nintendo Account is required for the points, and terms apply.

Nintendo Switch 2 Holiday Experience Locations and Dates

Nintendo has scheduled November visits at all three malls, plus December dates for Mississauga and Laval:

Square One Shopping Centre, Mississauga, Ontario

100 City Centre Dr, Mississauga, ON L5B 2C9

November 23–29 and December 7–13

CF Carrefour Laval, Laval, Québec

3003 Boul. le Carrefour, Laval, QC H7T 1C7

November 24–30 and December 10–16

CF Chinook Centre, Calgary, Alberta

6455 MacLeod Trail South, Calgary, AB T2H 0K8

November 24–30

The Alberta stop has changed from last year, when Nintendo visited West Edmonton Mall. Mississauga and Laval are returning locations, each with separate November and December dates.

Nintendo hasn't listed daily event hours, so it's worth checking the shopping centre's information before heading out.

Nintendo Switch 2 Demos Available at Participating Retailers

If the Holiday Experience isn't coming near you, select Nintendo Switch 2 games are also available to try at participating retailers. You can use the retailer finder on the Holiday Experience page to find a store offering demos in your area.

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