A blue banner with the words "Santa Claus Parade". A picture of Santa on a sleigh is on the far right side.

2026 Santa Claus Parade – November 21, 2026

Santa's coming to town!

At 5 p.m. on Saturday, November 21, 2026 join us for the Santa Claus Parade in Downtown Orangeville! We've all grown up watching the Santa Claus Parade and feeling the anticipation of seeing the lights, elves and reindeer all leading up to Santa Claus himself. This year's theme is a Storybook Christmas, celebrating fairy tales, classic Christmas stories, and beloved characters!

Float registration is now closed. If you would like to join the waitlist please email Allison Dukovski, Supervisor of Recreation & Events at [email protected] 

 

Parade Route

Parade route First Street to Broadway

The parade route begins at First Street and Hansen Boulevard. Floats will head south on First Street toward Broadway. Floats will turn left on Broadway and continue east before turning up Fourth Street.

Transit Interruptions: On Saturday, November 21 transit service ends at 2:45 p.m. The last bus from the Transit Hub is at 2:15 p.m.

Road Closures

On the day of the parade, Saturday, November 21, there will be several road, lane and parking lot closures. Vehicles will not be allowed in these areas during the posted times.

Please review the details below.

Streets/lanes closed between 3 and 7 p.m. 
  • Hansen Boulevard from Amelia Street to First Street to Fairgrounds Shopping Centre
  • First Street from Hansen Boulevard to Broadway
  • Broadway from First Street to Sherbourne Street
  • Fourth Street from Broadway to Second Avenue
  • Second Avenue from Fourth Street to Sherbourne Street
  • Sherbourne Street from Broadway to Second Avenue 
Parking lots and streets will be closed between 3 and 7 p.m.  
  • Both sides of First Street from Zina Street to Broadway
  • South side of Broadway from First Street to Wellington Street
  • North side of Broadway from First Street to Third Street
  • Both sides of Fourth Street from Broadway to Second Avenue
Parking lots closed between 3 and 8 p.m. 
  • Rotary Park
  • Idlewyld Park 

Additional parade details

Wondering how to watch the parade, get involved and more? We've got the most frequently asked questions and their answers below!

 What is the parade route?
The parade route begins on First Street at Hansen Boulevard. Floats will head south on First Street towards Broadway. Floats will turn left onto Broadway and continue east before turning up Fourth Street. A parade route map is available above.
 Where can I watch the parade?
Families can watch the parade anywhere along the route. Families are reminded that spectating from the medians, standing on the road, and crossing the road during the parade is not permitted. 
 What time does the road close?
The road closure begins at 3 p.m. Please make every attempt to finish your errands before 3 p.m. on parade day. Cars that are blocked in as a result of the road closure must wait until the parade has concluded and the road is re-opened. Cars along the parade route may be towed. 
When will the road re-open?
The road will re-open at the conclusion of the parade. Please be patient and mindful of community safety when departing. The road will re-open as a slow, rolling opening behind the parade.
I am participating in the parade on a float or as a walker, where do I go to meet the parade organizers?

Floats will meet at the marshalling area on Hansen Boulevard. Please connect with your main contact for details on your floats location along the road.  

Access to Hansen Boulevard will be closed to vehicle traffic, including drop-off for float participants. Please park in the Orangeville Shopping Centre and walk to your float. Entrance to the shopping centre can only be accessed by going southbound on First Street, from Highway 10. 
 After the parade, where can I pick-up my family or friends who were on a float?
The floats will proceed to the Rotary Park parking lot at Second Avenue and Sherbourne Street as they complete the parade route. To avoid road closures, it is recommended that drivers park in the Orangeville Square (Zehrs, DriveTest, etc.) parking lot and walk through Rotary Park to pick up their participants. Access to the Rotary Park parking lot will be extremely limited for vehicle traffic. By parking in the Orangeville Square parking lot, vehicles can exit smoothly and safely to Highway 10. 
 Are accessible parking spaces available along the route?
Many parking spaces will be available at local businesses along the parade route. To secure an accessible spot, it is recommended to arrive early. 
What time will Santa arrive?
Santa will be on the final float in the parade, bringing the holiday energy before the parade concludes.

Where can I find details on the "Joy and Lights Market"?

Two weekends of endless holiday cheer and festive fun for the whole family are planned for November 20 - 22 and November 27 - 29 in downtown Orangeville. Visit the annual Traditional Tree Lighting Ceremony the night of Friday, November 20 and the Joy + Lights Holiday Gift Market both weekends.

Visit the Downtown Orangeville website for all of the details.

Joy and Lights Weekend