Newmarket Santa Claus Parade
Spectators gather along the streets to watch a vibrant procession of festive holiday floats and costumed characters. Canada Post representatives and parade marshals walk along the route to collect wish lists destined for the North Pole. The procession culminates with a special appearance from Santa Claus.
What to Expect
Festive holiday floats, letter collection for Santa, and jolly Old St. Nick.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
Town of Newmarket
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families with children
Vibe
Festive and community-focused
Energy Level
Moderate
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
High
Location
Know Before You Go
- Hours: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Tips & Advice
- Bundle up and bring the whole family, because you'll be outside along the route watching the floats until Santa arrives at the end.
- Have your letter to Santa ready, because Canada Post staff and the parade marshals collect them along the route to mail to the North Pole.
- Bring a non-perishable food item with you, because all donations collected at the parade go to the Newmarket Food Pantry.
- Plan your drive around the closures on Cane Parkway, Lorne Avenue, Andrew Street, Eagle Street, Water Street and Main Street, which stay closed for several hours around the parade.
- Float applicants should send the signed application, insurance certificate and any fee together by October 30, because incomplete submissions are not considered.
Special Events & Promotions
- Canada Post and the parade marshals collect letters to Santa along the route.
- Food drive: bring non-perishable food items, and all donations go to the Newmarket Food Pantry.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I bring?
Bring your letter to Santa and a non-perishable food item for the Newmarket Food Pantry.
How do letters get to Santa?
Canada Post staff and the parade marshals walk the route collecting letters, which are then mailed to the North Pole.
What route does the parade follow?
It starts at Eagle Street and Lorne Avenue and heads east on Eagle Street to Main Street. It then goes north on Main Street and finishes at Ontario Street.
Which roads are closed?
Several roads close around the parade: Cane Parkway/Lorne Avenue from William Roe Boulevard to Avenue Road, and Andrew Street from Dennie Avenue to Ellen Street. Eagle Street/Water Street closes from Helmer Avenue to Prospect Street, and Main Street from Water Street to Davis Drive.
How can I take part?
Float applications need a signed application, a certificate of insurance and the fee if it applies, all submitted together by October 30. High school students 16 and older can volunteer as costume characters and elves, and adults can serve as parade marshals. Volunteers should email nmktsanta@gmail.com by November 6.
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