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Santa Day Fenelon Falls

Visitors can take part in downtown family activities including visiting Santa, face painting, writing letters to Santa, and pony rides. In the evening, an illuminated parade winds through town with marching bands, dancers, characters, and festive floats. The celebration culminates with a fireworks show lighting up the sky and water over the falls.

What to Expect

Free holiday fun with downtown activities, an illuminated parade, and waterfront fireworks.

Event Details

Ages

All ages

Neighborhood

Downtown Fenelon Falls

Timed Entry

No

Organizer

Santa Day Committee

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 (5/5)

Best For

Families with children

Vibe

Festive and lively

Energy Level

Moderate

Budget

Free

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

High

Location

Fenelon Falls, ON

Know Before You Go

  • Tickets: It gives no ticket types or other pricing details.
  • Hours: Downtown activities 11AM–4PM; nighttime parade 5PM–6PM; fireworks display at 6PM.

Tips & Advice

  • Get to the parade route a little early to claim a front-row spot along the nearly 2 km of sidewalk on both sides of the street.
  • Stay put once the parade passes, because the fireworks start over the gorge by the falls right after Santa crosses the bridge and heads up the street.
  • Stop by the letter-writing station at the Fenelon Falls library during the downtown activities so the kids can write their letters to Santa on the spot.
  • Pick up the 2026 brochure and activity map when it comes out in November, so you can plan your way around the downtown activities.
  • Dress warmly if you're staying for the evening parade and fireworks, since you'll be standing outdoors along the route on a late-November night.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Santa Day is advertised as a full day of free family fun, made possible by local supporters and volunteers.

Quick Actions

Frequently Asked Questions

What is there for kids to do during the day?

The downtown activities include visiting Santa, face painting, writing a letter to Santa, pony rides and more. All of it is free.

Where can kids write their letter to Santa?

There's a letter-writing station at the Fenelon Falls library on Santa Day. You can also mail a letter to Santa Claus, North Pole, H0H 0H0, Canada.

Where's the best place to watch the parade?

The parade starts at West & Lindsay St. by Home Hardware. It crosses over the falls and continues up Colborne St. to the ball diamonds. There's almost 2 km of sidewalk on both sides of the street for front-row viewing.

Where can I see the fireworks?

Right after Santa crosses the bridge and heads up the street, the fireworks go off over the gorge down by the falls. They're the final celebration of the day.

How can I take part in Santa Day?

You can apply to volunteer, enter a float in the parade or join the gingerbread contest.

Tags

free eventfamily friendlySanta visitsparadesfireworkscommunity celebrationholiday traditionseasonal activities

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Last Updated: Oct 20, 2026
Original Submitter: Sep 17, 2025 The Christmas Events Near Me editorial team