Ho Ho Ho! It’s that time of year, ready or not… here comes Santa! Towns and communities across Ontario, are gearing up for their annual Santa Claus Parades and families can look forward to the merry processions and festive spirit they bring! With each parade promising its own unique blend of holiday magic, there’s no better way to kick off the season! Check out the list below to find a Santa Claus Parade near you and get ready to embrace the joy and wonder of the holidays with your community
2025 Santa Claus Parades in and around the Toronto Area
Holly Jolly Sidewalk Parade
Nov 10
to Nov 10, 2025
Stoneham Park, Village of Ancaster
Dress up in your festive red and green or your favourite holiday outdoor attire and become a part of our community sidewalk parade! Entertainment, live music, and treats along the way! The parade concludes with visits with Santa and Mrs Claus. Explore specials and exclusive features throughout the ...
Barrie Santa Claus Parade
Nov 15
to Nov 15, 2025
Barrie Parade Route
Join thousands of families on Saturday, November 15, 2025, at 5 pm for the 76th Barrie Santa Claus Parade! Since 1949, this cherished tradition has brought our community together—lighting up lakeside streets and spreading holiday cheer, while supporting local businesses and fostering lifelong memories. This year’s theme is “Toyland!” ...
Oakville Santa Claus Parade
Nov 15
to Nov 15, 2025
Oakville Parade Route
This year’s theme, “Snow Much Fun!”, celebrates the joy of winter recreation activities like skating, sledding, snowball fights, and all the snowy adventures that make the season magical. The Oakville Santa Claus Parade has been delighting audiences for 76 years. Each year provides members of the Oakville community ...
Bowmanville Santa Claus Parade
Nov 15
to Nov 15, 2025
Bowmanville Parade Route
Join us for Bowmanville’s annual Santa Claus Parade You’d better watch out because Santa Claus is coming to town! Bowmanville’s most magical parade event happens annually on the Third Saturday of every November! The parade starts at Roenigk Drive, along King Street (Hwy 2) to Memorial Park along ...
Newmarket Santa Claus Parade
Nov 15
to Nov 15, 2025
Newmarket Parade Route
Welcome Santa Claus to Newmarket at our annual Santa Claus Parade. Bundle up and bring your family and friends to see the festive holiday floats followed by our special guest – jolly Old St. Nick. Please remember to bring your letter to Santa to be picked up by Canada ...
Uxbridge Santa Claus Parade
Nov 15
to Nov 15, 2025
Uxbridge Parade Route
Uxbridge Santa Claus Parade is taking place Saturday November 15th, 2025 at 11:00 a.m! Since 1961, Uxbridge Santa Claus Parade has been a celebration of the holiday season. Each year, on the third Saturday in November at 11 a.m., Brock Street is closed to allow the parade to ...
Keswick Santa Claus Parade
Nov 15
to Nov 15, 2025
Keswick Parade Route
Be part of our Georgina Kinsmen’s Santa Claus Parades! This years Keswick Parade will beheld on Saturday, November 15 starting at 1:30 p.m. The parade starts at Woodbine Avenue at Dovedale Drive, heads north and ends on Woodbine Avenue at Wexford Drive.
Collingwood Annual Santa Claus Parade
Nov 15
to Nov 15, 2025
Downtown Collingwood
Downtown Collingwood is once again pleased to present Collingwood’s Annual Santa Claus Parade. As in previous years, the parade will be held in the early evening to capture all the magic of our downtown holiday lights. Mark your calendars for Saturday, November 15, beginning at 5 p.m., and ...
Georgetown Santa Claus Parade
Nov 15
to Nov 15, 2025
Georgetown Parade Route
The Lions Club are pleased to announce that our 2025 annual parade will take place on November 15, 2025. Spectators will gatherer along the 3.5km route and enjoy the many floats, marchers, bands and of course Santa Claus. The parade will follow our tried and true route travelling ...
Brampton Santa Claus Parade
Nov 15
to Nov 15, 2025
Brampton Santa Claus Parade Route
The Brampton Santa Claus Parade always brings cheer and smiles to so many young and young at heart. This year will be no exception! Get ready for the 2025 Parade on Saturday November 15th at 5pm. The Parade is coming back to the streets of Brampton. You’ll get ...
London Santa Claus Parade
Nov 15
to Nov 15, 2025
London Santa Claus Parade Route
Santa makes his return to London on November 15th, 2025. This year’s Parade Theme is Santa Rockin Wonderland! Since 1956 the London Santa Claus Parade has celebrated the season as well as our London Middlesex Community. Each year the parade is made possible by the countless volunteers and ...
Santa's Parade of Lights Oshawa
Nov 15
to Nov 15, 2025
Oshawa Parade Route
The Oshawa Santa Claus Parade is Back for the Holiday Season! One of the biggest must-do’s of the entire year… the Oshawa Santa Claus Parade of Lights. A night time tradition… line the streets and get ready for music, dancing and plenty of cheer. This years parade will ...
BWG Santa Claus Parade
Nov 15
to Nov 15, 2025
BWG Parade Route
Join in the excitement of the BWG Santa Claus Parade, as it brings the holiday spirit to life each year. BWG’s greatest holiday tradition brings friends and families together as local businesses, service groups, clubs, entertainers and more bring the holiday spirit to life. The parade attracts thousands ...
Cambridge Santa Claus Parade
Nov 15
to Nov 15, 2025
Downtown Cambridge Parade Route
This holiday tradition continues as a special night time parade, one of few in Ontario where the twinkle and glow of magical parade floats, groups and bands sparkle in the eyes of all to see! Join us as we welcome Santa Claus to town… Date: Saturday November 15, ...
Beaches Santa Claus Parade
Nov 16
to Nov 16, 2025
Beaches Parade Route
oin the community for the Beaches Santa Claus Parade on Sunday, November 16, 2025, at 1:00 p.m., starting at Victoria Park Avenue and Kingston Road and finishing at Community Centre 55, 97 Main Street, for a post-parade celebration. This festive event features colourful floats, marching bands, and community ...
Milton Santa Claus Parade
Nov 16
to Nov 16, 2025
Milton Parade Route
Get ready for a holiday celebration bursting with colour, fun, and nostalgia! This year, the 2025 Milton Santa Claus Parade brings your favourite animated worlds to life with this year’s theme – A Very Cartoon-y Christmas! From classic characters to modern favourites, we’re turning Main Street into our ...
East Gwillimbury Santa Claus Parade
Nov 16
to Nov 16, 2025
Mount Albert Parade Route
Santa Claus is coming to town! Join us on Sunday, November 16 at 3 p.m. for the EG Santa Claus Parade. The parade begins at the Mount Albert Road and Leslie Street (19000 Leslie Street in front of the Civic Centre) and ends at the Sports Complex (1914B ...
Newcastle Santa Claus Parade
Nov 16
to Nov 16, 2025
Newcastle Parade Route
The Newcastle Santa Parade is a wonderful event starting with a fantastic fireworks display at 5:30 pm followed by entries that range from marching bands, to clowns and beautifully lit up floats that children of all ages enjoy. We are all in great anticipation for Santa’s next magical ...
Pickering Santa Claus Parade
Nov 22
to Nov 22, 2025
Pickering Parade Route
On November, 22, 2025, join the City of Pickering in partnership with the Kinsmen & Kinette Club in celebrating the Santa Claus Parade. This year, the Parade’s theme is “No Place Like Home for the Holidays” – showcase your Pickering Pride! With extravagant floats from Pickering businesses and ...
Light Up the Square & Santa Claus Parade
Nov 22
to Nov 22, 2025
Mississauga Celebration Square
Kickoff the winter season in downtown Mississauga with the Santa Claus parade, the opening of the City’s largest outdoor ice rink, and lighting of the Christmas tree! The Santa Claus parade begins at 6 p.m., but there is plenty of holiday fun to be had before then! The ...
Orangeville Santa Claus Parade
Nov 22
to Nov 22, 2025
Downtown Orangeville
Gather family and friends to see the jolly old elf and make some merry memories at the Orangeville Santa Claus Parade! Come early to shop, marvel at the Yuletide window displays, grab a hot chocolate or bite to eat, and enjoy pre-parade entertainment, including strolling performers and music. ...
Wasaga Beach Santa Claus Parade & Tree Lighting
Nov 22
to Nov 22, 2025
Wasaga Beach
The magic of the season is coming back to Wasaga Beach! We are thrilled to announce that registration is now open for our Annual Evening Santa Claus Parade! Date: Saturday, November 22, 2025 Time: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM Route: Starting at Dunkerron Ave. and ending at the ...
Orillia Santa Claus Parade
Nov 22
to Nov 22, 2025
Downton Orillia Parade Route
Santa is coming to Orillia for the 119th annual Santa Claus Parade! The largest Christmas parade North of Toronto! Over 100 floats, bands & Santa himself usher in the season! Join us on Saturday, November 22 from 5:00 – 7:00 PM for amazing floats, bands, marchers and of ...
Kingston Nighttime Santa Claus Parade & Tree Lighting Ceremony
Nov 22
to Nov 22, 2025
Princess Street (Kingston)
Santa Claus is coming to K-town! The Nighttime Santa Parade leaves promptly at 5:00 pm from the Bath Road/Princess Street area, and goes all the way down Princess to Ontario Street. The holiday cheer leads up to our grand finale where Santa will light the tree in Springer ...
Town of Aurora Santa Under the Stars Parade
Nov 22
to Nov 22, 2025
Aurora Santa Claus Parade
Don’t miss the magic of the Santa Under the Stars Parade. This annual night time tradition continues on Saturday, November 22 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. The parade will travel Yonge Street from Orchard Heights Boulevard to Murray Drive. This nighttime parade is full of magic, with ...
Santa’s Spectacle of Lights Ajax
Nov 22
to Nov 22, 2025
Ajax Santa Claus Parade
Santa is coming to Town on Saturday, November 22 from 6 – 7:30 p.m. Ajax residents and visitors are invited to participate in a family-friendly evening of fun and entertainment! Santa’s Spectacle of Lights parade will begin at the intersection of Bayly St. and Mackenzie Ave., proceeding east ...
Santa Claus Parade Mississauga
Nov 22
to Nov 22, 2025
Mississauga Celebration Square
The Mississauga Santa Claus parade is moving to the downtown! Now happening in conjunction with the City’s annual Light Up the Square celebration on Saturday, November 22, the parade will make the downtown glow! Festivities stretch beyond the parade route with the official lighting of the 35 ft. ...
Toronto Santa Claus Parade
Nov 23
to Nov 23, 2025
Toronto Santa Claus Parade
Join us on Sunday, November 23rd for the return of amazing floats, bands, marchers, the Celebrity Clowns and of course, Mrs. Claus and Santa! We can’t wait to celebrate the return of The Original Santa Claus Parade with all of you! Since 1905, the Santa Claus Parade has ...
Markham Santa Claus Parade
Nov 29
to Nov 29, 2025
Main Street Markham
The 51st Annual Markham Santa Claus Parade is the perfect way to celebrate the holiday season with your loved ones! Join us on Saturday, November 29th, 2025 for the Markham-Rotary Santa Claus Parade! Parade happens rain, snow or shine, so please dress for the weather!
Creemore Santa Claus Parade
Dec 6
to Dec 6, 2025
Downtown Creemore
Step back in time and enjoy an old-fashioned community parade in Creemore. Enjoy floats created by friends and neighbours, and see Santa. Enjoy a visit with local, independent retailers to find the perfect gift before or after the main event. Marshalling of the parade is between 12 p.m. ...
Port Perry Scugog Santa Claus Parade
Dec 6
to Dec 6, 2025
Port Perry Parade
Get ready for some festive fun because the Scugog Santa Claus Parade is back for 2025. Join us on Saturday, December 6, from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m., as the parade makes its way from the Port Perry Fairgrounds through Downtown Port Perry, and back again. This beloved ...
Sutton Santa Claus Parade of Lights
Dec 6
to Dec 6, 2025
Sutton Parade Route
Santa Claus is coming to Town! The Georgina Kinsmen, with the support of the Town of Georgina, are bringing the Santa Claus Parade to Sutton. On December 6, 2025, Santa arrives for the annual Santa Claus Parade of Lights. Beginning at 5 p.m. in Jackson’s Point, the parade ...
Stouffville Santa Claus Parade
Dec 6
to Dec 6, 2025
Main Street Stouffville
Santa is coming to Whitchurch-Stouffville! Join us on December 6 and celebrate the season as a cavalcade of lights, floats, bands and more will make its way down our Historic Downtown Main Street. The parade starts at 6 PM at Ninth Line and heads east on Main Street ...
Burlington Santa Claus Parade
Dec 7
to Dec 7, 2025
Burlington Santa Tour
We are excited to be returning to an in-person parade this year. Save the date for December 7, 2025. If you are interested in participating in the parade this year as a float or walking group, please complete the online application. 2025 Parade Route – See Website.
