McMaster University is committed to fostering an inclusive community by providing families of McMaster employees and retirees with the opportunity to gather together. At the annual McMaster Children’s Party, we build a greater awareness and understanding of each other’s cultures by celebrating the diversity of our children and holiday celebrations.

Each year, the McMaster Children’s Party kicks off the holiday season by gathering the families of employees and retirees. McMaster university is committed to fostering an inclusive community by celebrating the many ways different cultures from our community bring in the holidays.
Join us for our annual holiday celebration on:

Date: Saturday, November 30, 2024,  

Time: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. 

Location: The David Braley Athletic Centre in the Sports Hall 

This year, the party includes:

• Fun Food & Sweet Treats

• Holiday Photo Booths

• Holiday Giveaways

• Games & Crafts

• Inflatables

• Balloon Twisting, Magicians, and more!

• Free Underground Parking

• Free tickets to the McMaster Men’s and Women’s Basketball Game

For more information, please visit our website.

Thank you so much for your interest in the 2024 McMaster Children’s Party. Please note that registration is full, and a wait list has been created. Once spots open up, we will reach out to you directly with additional registration information. If you have any questions, you are more than welcome to reach out to wellbeing@mcmaster.ca.

Each year, the success of the McMaster Children’s Party relies on the generosity of our hard-working volunteers. Join our team and be part of one of the best annual events hosted by McMaster University!

We are seeking energetic, personable volunteers to bring joy to the children and families attending the party.
On November 29 and 30, volunteers are needed to assist with event set-up, leading activities during the party and event take down.
Those interested in volunteering can learn more by visiting the McMaster Children’s Party website.

*Volunteers must be 13 years of age or older. A letter outlining volunteer hours will be issued to students working toward their hours of community service for academic purposes.