The Toronto community will converge to celebrate the annual return of fantastic floats, bands, marchers, the Celebrity Clowns, and, of course, Mrs. Claus and Santa on November 24th for an epic Santa’s Parade bringing Santa’s magic to Toronto.

The Parade starts at 12:30 at Christie Pits, proceeds east on Bloor Street to St. George Street, then turns south and east on Hoskin Avenue to Queens Park Crescent. It will head south on Queens Park Crescent and University Avenue before turning east on Wellington Avenue. The Parade will continue south on Yonge Street to Front Street before ending at St. Lawrence Market. You can find the detailed route on the website.

This year’s Parade is expected to attract more than 750,000 people.

Before the Parade starts, the Holly Jolly Fun Run will take place at 11:45 a.m. A 5k fun run along the same route as the Santa Claus Parade. Two thousand runners are expected, and all proceeds will directly support the Santa Claus Parade.

In addition, Guests will enjoy complimentary cookies, milk, and holiday fun at Christie Parks before the Parade commences – courtesy of Circle K. Kids will get the opportunity to take pictures and write to Santa to be delivered to Canada’s Post. There will be surprises and freebies and a chance to see the floats up close before the Parade commences.

About Santa Parade Toronto

The Parade, first held in 1905, has become one of the largest parades in North America. It is considered the unofficial start of the holiday season in Toronto.

Since 1905, the Santa Claus Parade has kicked off the Christmas season, first in Toronto and then for the whole country, as it has grown in popularity and importance throughout the years. The Parade brings people together, regardless of background, celebrating hope, family, and love.

Every year, hundreds of thousands of people converge on the streets of Toronto to celebrate this joyous season. It is a must-attend event to kick-start the holiday season. For those who cannot attend, you can catch up via a live stream LIVE and on-demand on YouTube for the first time.

As always, you can keep up with all the fun happenings in Toronto and the Greater Toronto Area on efosa.

Santa Parade Toronto 2024

Where: Christie Pits to St. Lawrence Market (View the Parade Route here)

When: November 24th, 12:30 pm

Admission: Free