Last updated: November 11, 2024
Create a perfect holiday itinerary in Ajax! Our guide features all the best festive events and activities. From Ajax enthusiasts to casual tourists, our guide is your ticket to unforgettable holiday experiences.
Popular during the holiday season, the Ajax Santa Claus Parade brings the community together with vibrant floats and joyful performances. For families looking to ring in the New Year, the New Year's Eve Family Countdown offers a fun-filled night with activities that cater to all ages. And the Jingle and Mingle Market is something you definitely don't want to miss, showcasing local artisans and unique gifts. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Bright and sparkling evening celebration with floats and marching bands.
The Oshawa Santa Claus Parade of Lights is a vibrant evening celebration featuring floats, marching bands, and festive participants.
Where: Oshawa | More Info: Santa's Parade of Lights
Meet the REAL Santa in a lit Christmas forest.
Visit Santa at Brooks Farms, where you can meet the REAL Santa Claus amidst a beautifully lit Christmas forest, enjoy live music, and participate in various holiday activities.
Where: Mount Albert | More Info: Visit Santa - Brooks Farms
Illumination displays celebrating the holiday spirit with interactive community activities.
The community comes alive with vibrant displays of lights, creating a captivating visual experience. Families can wander through beautifully illuminated pathways, appreciate creative light setups, and enjoy seasonal decorations. Children can meet Santa and partake in various activities, enhancing the joy of the holiday season.
Where: Ajax | More Info: Santa's Spectacle of Lights
Joyful procession with live entertainment and community activities.
The Ajax Santa Claus Parade features live entertainment, free hot chocolate, and crafts at the Ajax Main Library, with a festive procession through the town.
Where: Ajax | More Info: Ajax Santa Claus Parade
Interactive family activities and live entertainment.
Families gather at the Ajax Community Centre for a New Year's Eve celebration featuring children's activities, games, live entertainment, and interactive experiences.
Where: Ajax | More Info: New Year's Eve Family Countdown
Nighttime parade with decorated floats and marching bands.
The Santa Under the Stars Parade in Aurora features beautifully decorated floats, incredible marching bands, and special guests, including Santa Claus. The event is a night time celebration where Canada Post collects letters to Santa before the parade begins.
Where: Aurora | More Info: Santa Under the Stars Parade
Traditional parade with floats and marching bands.
The Brampton Santa Claus Parade is a festive event featuring floats, marching bands, and Santa Claus, starting at Bramalea and Central Park and ending at North Park and Jordan Blvd.
Where: Brampton | More Info: Santa Claus Parade
Iconic parade with over 119 years of tradition.
The Original Santa Claus Parade is a historic event that brings people together, celebrating hope, family, and love. Since 1905, it has kicked off the Christmas season in Toronto, featuring colorful floats, world-class marching bands, and celebrity clowns.
Where: Toronto | More Info: Original Santa Claus Parade
Appointment-only visits with Santa and the Outdoor Gallery.
Visit Santa in his official North Pole office, explore the Outdoor Gallery, and take photos with Santa and various festive displays.
Where: Ajax | More Info: Jingle and Mingle Market
Community-driven holiday parade with festive floats and marching bands.
The 50th Annual Markham Santa Claus Parade is a joyous celebration featuring hundreds of floats, marching bands, and Santa Claus himself. Join the community on Main Street Unionville for a delightful holiday event.
Where: Markham | More Info: Markham Santa Parade
Long-standing community event with a rich history.
The Oakville Santa Claus Parade is an annual event celebrating 76 years of community joy. It features a festive procession through Downtown Oakville, bringing together participants and spectators alike. The parade includes colorful floats, community groups, and of course, Santa Claus himself.
Where: Oakville | More Info: Santa Claus Parade
Interactive parade with costume characters and letter collection for Santa.
Welcome Santa Claus to Newmarket at the annual Santa Claus Parade, featuring festive holiday floats and a special guest, jolly Old St. Nick. Attendees are encouraged to bring their letters for Santa and non-perishable food items for the Newmarket Food Pantry.
Where: Newmarket | More Info: Santa Claus Parade
Family-friendly holiday event with outdoor activities and Santa visits.
The Magical Christmas Forest at Kortright Centre for Conservation offers a festive atmosphere filled with lights, crafts, activities, and horse-drawn wagon rides. Enjoy treats and a visit with Santa in his cabin amidst the beautiful winter scenery.
Where: Vaughan | More Info: Magical Christmas Forest
Interactive holiday celebration with farm animals and live entertainment.
Downey's Farm Market presents Christmas at the Farm, featuring Santa, elves, wagon rides, scavenger hunts, and live entertainment like Abracadabra Magic. Explore the farm animals, make reindeer food, and enjoy mini putt and hockey sticks.
Where: Caledon | More Info: Christmas at the Farm - Downey's Market
Family photos with Santa supporting educational programs.
Capture family holiday memories with professional photos and a visit from Santa at the Bradley Museum. Santa will listen to your Christmas wish list, and all proceeds support educational programs for Museums Mississauga.
Where: Mississauga | More Info: Family Holiday Photos with Santa - Bradley Museum
Family-friendly New Year's celebration with various free activities.
Celebrate the New Year with family and friends at the Aurora Family Leisure Complex, featuring a list of free activities and a food donation drive for the Aurora Food Pantry.
Where: Aurora | More Info: Family First Night - Aurora Family Leisure Complex