• Brantford Santa Claus Parade

    Downtown Brantford Harmony Square, Brantford, Ontario, Canada

    Brantford is marking a special holiday milestone this year! The 50th Annual Brantford Santa Claus Parade returns on Saturday, November 28, 2026, bringing a magical evening of twinkling lights, festive entertainment and Christmas cheer to downtown Brantford. This year's theme, "50 Years of Kindness," celebrates five decades of community spirit and holiday traditions. Families can look forward to colourful illuminated floats, marching bands, festive music […]

  • Santa’s Spectacle of Lights Ajax

    Ajax Santa Claus Parade Bayly Street, Ajax, ON, Canada

    Downtown Ajax will shine with holiday magic as Santa's Spectacle of Lights returns on Saturday, November 28, 2026! This popular nighttime Santa Claus Parade brings families together for a sparkling evening of festive fun, twinkling lights and Christmas cheer. Bundle up and find a spot along the parade route to enjoy beautifully illuminated floats, holiday music and colourful displays as the community welcomes Santa Claus […]

  • Vaughan Santafest Parade

    Vaughan City Hall 2141 Major Mackenzie Drive, Vaughan, ON, Canada

    Santa Claus is making his way to Vaughan! The annual Vaughan Santafest Parade returns on Sunday, November 29, 2026, bringing a magical afternoon of colourful Christmas floats, marching bands, lively entertainment and plenty of holiday cheer for the whole family. This much-loved community tradition brings together local schools, sports teams, businesses and community organizations for a festive celebration filled with creativity and Christmas spirit. Families […]

  • Christmas in The Park

    Kay Cee Gardens 26 Bythia Street, Orangeville, ON, Canada

    Celebrate the magic of the season at Christmas in the Park in Orangeville! Returning for its 34th year, this beloved community tradition transforms Kay Cee Gardens into a sparkling holiday wonderland filled with millions of twinkling lights, colourful illuminated characters, festive music and delightful Christmas displays. Bring the family for an enchanting evening stroll through the park, where beautiful light displays and whimsical holiday scenes […]

  • Kitchener Christkindl Market

    Kitchener Christkindl Market
    Kitchener City Hall 200 King Street West, Kitchener, Ontario, Canada

    Experience the magic of a traditional German Christmas at Kitchener's Christkindl Market! Celebrating its 30th anniversary in 2026, this beloved holiday tradition is expanding to two festive weekends, with even more opportunities to enjoy holiday shopping, entertainment and family fun. Inspired by the centuries-old Christmas markets of Germany, Christkindl Market transforms Kitchener City Hall and the surrounding area into a festive holiday village filled with […]

  • Toronto Made Holiday Market

    Daniels Spectrum 585 Dundas Street East, Toronto, Ontario, Canada

    Get into the holiday spirit at the Toronto Made Holiday Market! This festive shopping event returns to Daniels Spectrum in Toronto, bringing together more than 70 talented local vendors, artisans and small businesses for a day of holiday shopping and family fun. Browse a wonderful selection of unique gifts, handmade creations and locally made products while supporting Toronto's creative community. Enjoy the festive atmosphere, seasonal […]

    Free
  • Whitby Santa Claus Parade

    Whitby Santa Claus Parade Route Brock Street North and Manning Road, travelling south along Brock Street and finishing at Brock Street South and Trent Street, Whitby, Ontario, Canada

    Downtown Whitby is getting ready to welcome Santa Claus! The annual Whitby Santa Claus Parade returns on Saturday, December 5, 2026, bringing a festive morning of colourful floats, holiday music and Christmas cheer for the whole family. This year's theme, "A True North Christmas," celebrates the holiday season with a distinctly Canadian twist! Families can look forward to creative themed floats, cheerful characters and festive […]

  • Stayner Santa Claus Parade

    Main Street Stayner Main street, Stayner, Ontario, Canada

    Christmas cheer is coming to Stayner! The annual Stayner Santa Claus Parade returns on Saturday, December 5, 2026, bringing families and neighbours together for a festive morning filled with colourful floats, holiday music and plenty of small-town charm. Gather along Main Street to watch the parade make its way through town, featuring creative holiday displays and participants from local businesses and community organizations. Little ones […]

  • Bolton Santa Claus Parade

    Town of Bolton See website for route, Bolton, ON, Canada

    The holiday season is rolling into Bolton with the annual Bolton Kin Santa Claus Parade on Saturday, December 5, 2026! This cherished community tradition brings families together for a festive morning filled with colourful floats, marching bands, holiday music and plenty of Christmas cheer. Organized by the Bolton Kin Club, the parade has been a favourite local tradition for more than 50 years. Families can […]

    Free
  • Creemore Santa Claus Parade

    Downtown Creemore Creemore, ON, Canada

    Step into the charm of a small-town Christmas at the annual Creemore Santa Claus Parade on Saturday, December 5, 2026! This favourite holiday tradition brings the community together for an afternoon of festive fun, colourful floats and plenty of Christmas cheer. Line the streets of historic downtown Creemore with family, friends and neighbours to enjoy creative holiday floats decorated by local businesses, community groups and […]

  • Stoney Creek Santa Claus Parade

    St. John Henry Newman Catholic Secondary School 127 Gray Road, Stoney Creek, Ontario, Canada

    A favourite holiday tradition is returning to the streets of Stoney Creek! The annual Stoney Creek Santa Claus Parade takes place on Saturday, December 5, 2026, bringing families and neighbours together for an afternoon of colourful floats, marching bands, festive entertainment and plenty of Christmas cheer. This long-running community celebration features creative holiday displays, cheerful performers and participants from local businesses, schools and community organizations. […]

  • Port Perry Scugog Santa Claus Parade

    Port Perry Parade Port Perry, ON, Canada

    Santa is making his way back to Port Perry for the annual Scugog Santa Claus Parade on Saturday, December 5, 2026! This favourite nighttime tradition brings families and friends together for a magical evening of sparkling lights, festive music and holiday cheer. This year's theme, "Under the Christmas Tree," celebrates the wonder and excitement of Christmas morning. Look forward to beautifully illuminated floats, oversized toys, […]

    Free
  • Grimsby Santa Claus Parade

    Grimsby Parade Route Blessed Trinity Secondary School, travelling east along Livingston Avenue and Main Street West before finishing at Ontario Street, Grimsby, Ontario, Canada

    The streets of Grimsby will sparkle with holiday magic at the 69th Annual Grimsby Santa Claus Parade on Saturday, December 5, 2026! This year's theme, "Christmas Night of Lights," promises a dazzling evening of illuminated floats, festive music and plenty of Christmas cheer for the whole family. One of Grimsby's longest-running community traditions, the parade features approximately 90 entries, including beautifully decorated floats, marching bands, […]

  • Guelph Santa Claus Parade

    Downtown Guelph Wyndham Street North, Guelph, Ontario, Canada

    Downtown Guelph will sparkle with holiday magic as the annual Guelph Santa Claus Parade returns on Saturday, December 5, 2026! This favourite nighttime tradition brings families together for a festive evening filled with colourful floats, twinkling lights, holiday music and plenty of Christmas cheer. Watch as the streets of historic downtown Guelph come alive with creative holiday displays, marching bands, lively performers and cheerful participants […]

  • Stouffville Santa Claus Parade

    Main Street Stouffville Main Street Stouffville, Stouffville, Ontario, Canada

    Mark your calendars! The Stouffville Santa Claus Parade returns to Main Street on Saturday December 5 2026, at 6pm. Join us to celebrate the season of cheer with dazzling lights, festive floats, marching bands and more! The grand finale will feature Santa Claus himself, before he heads back to the North Pole.

    Free
  • Courtice Santa Claus Parade

    Courtice, Ontario Courtice, Ontario, Canada

    Santa is back in town on December 6th! Don't miss the Annual Community Parade celebrating the Holiday Season in Courtice, Ontario!  See website for more info.

  • Burlington Santa Claus Parade

    Burlington Santa Tour See Website for Route, Burlington, ON, Canada

    We are excited to be returning to an in-person parade this year. Save the date for December 6, 2026. If you are interested in participating in the parade this year as a float or walking group, please complete the online application. 2026 Parade Route - See Website.

    Free
  • Vintage Holiday Weekend

    Downtown Port Perry Port Perry, ON, Canada

    This December, take a step back in time and enjoy our first ever Vintage Holiday Weekend in Port Perry. With so much planned, you will want to spend the the weekend coming back to take in all the shops, restaurants, art galleries and of course, the sights! Spend the day browsing local stores, discover seasonal treats and make memories with family and friends.

    Free
  • Olde Tyme Christmas – Unionville Candle Light Parade

    Historic Main Street Unionville Main Street, Unionville, ON, Canada

    Experience the charm of an old-fashioned Christmas in historic Unionville! The beloved Olde Tyme Christmas Candle Light Parade returns on Saturday, December 12, 2026, bringing festive lights, holiday music and seasonal magic back to Main Street Unionville. After a pause in 2025 during the Main Street restoration, this favourite holiday tradition is making its much-anticipated return. Families can look forward to beautifully illuminated floats, marching […]

    Free
  • Family Sunday: Dawn and Dusk

    The Robert McLaughlin Gallery 72 Queen St., 72 Queen St., Oshawa, ON, Canada

    This month we are inspired by our current exhibition Nightfall. This exhibition is motivated by the question: what opportunities are available to us at the threshold into night? How can we sense the world differently, turn inward, seek shelter with one another, and dream? Learn more here. In the studio, we will decorate lanterns that glow. Working with silhouettes and negative space, let’s scrape our […]

    Free
  • Nature Connection: Bonfire Program – food around the fire

    Downsview Park 70 Canuck Avenue, Back door (near greenhouses), Toronto, ON, M3K 2C5, Toronto, ON, Canada

    We will be learning how to build fires, roasting some snacks and enjoying some time in the forest Pets are not permitted at this program. Service animals are always welcome. Please note this program is intended for individuals and families. Organized groups should book here. All ages are welcome but those under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult. This education program […]

    Free
  • Jr. Forest Explorers: Celebration of Light and Sunshine

    Downsview Park 70 Canuck Avenue, Back door (near greenhouses), Toronto, ON, M3K 2C5, Toronto, ON, Canada

    Join us at Downsview Park for a FREE caregiver and toddler nature program. Connect with the natural world through hands-on outdoor activities. Registration is required for all attendees. Celebration of Light and Sunshine: Winter is a few days away and that means the darkest days of the year are almost behind us. Celebrate sunshine and light with us through a variety of seasonal activities. You […]

    Free
  • Lights On Stratford

    Stratford Market Square 1 Wellington St, Stratford, Ontario, Canada

    Discover the magic of Lights On Stratford! This award-winning winter festival returns for its seventh year, transforming Stratford's historic downtown and parklands into a dazzling outdoor gallery of illuminated art and interactive light installations. The 2026–2027 festival celebrates the theme Canada: Northern Lights, highlighting the creativity, stories and perspectives of Canadian artists from across the country. Explore imaginative displays that combine light, colour, sound and […]

    Free
  • Christmas Market 2026

    Historic Bell Telephone Company of Canada Building 80 Birmingham Street, Toronto, Ontario, Canada

    FREE outdoor Christmas market! Santa lands on the roof, a free gift for every child, free photos & face painting. Sat–Sun, Dec 19–20. 🎄 Christmas Fair is back for Season 5, now OUTDOORS and over TWO days! For the past four years, thousands of GTA families have made Christmas Fair part of their holiday tradition. This year we’re setting up an open-air Christmas market at […]

    Free
  • ChristmasFest Craft and Vendor Fair

    Ancaster Fairgrounds 630 Trinity Road South, Hamilton, ON, Canada

    Celebrate the magic of the holiday season at ChristmasFest Holiday Festival! Returning to the Ancaster Fairgrounds, this festive community event brings together local artisans, holiday shopping, delicious food and plenty of family-friendly fun. Browse more than 60 local vendors and artists offering handmade crafts, unique gifts, festive decorations and seasonal treats. Enjoy delicious food and warm drinks while discovering one-of-a-kind treasures and supporting local small […]

    Free
  • First Night

    Bayview Hill Community Centre & Pool 114 Spadina Road, Richmond Hill, ON, Canada

    First night is a family-friendly celebration to ring in the New Year. The evening features activities, entertainment and an early countdown.

    Free