Last updated: November 11, 2024
Celebrate the best of the holidays in Oshawa with our detailed guide. Whether you're a native or exploring Oshawa anew, our guide unveils all the holiday festivities.
This season, the Santa Claus Parade brings festive cheer to the streets with vibrant floats and joyous music, a highlight for many families. With dazzling displays lighting up Nathan Phillips Square, the Cavalcade of Lights creates a magical atmosphere that captivates visitors of all ages. And the Santa Claus Parade is something you definitely don't want to miss, offering an enchanting experience filled with holiday spirit. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Oshawa Holiday Light Displays
Santa's Parade of Lights
The Oshawa Santa Claus Parade of Lights features a variety of floats, marching bands, and participants, showcasing community spirit and holiday cheer.
Cavalcade of Lights - Nathan Philips Square
The Cavalcade of Lights at Nathan Phillips Square features live performances, the lighting of the city's official Christmas tree, and nightly ice skating amidst festive light installations.
Holiday Nights of Lights - Scarborough
Holiday Nights of Lights in Scarborough is an immersive walk-through experience featuring over 1.5 million LED lights animated and synchronized to everyone's favorite holiday tunes. Patrons can walk through giant ornaments, animated tunnels, and more. Upon exiting the light show, they can enter a market filled with delicious food trucks and vendors, creating a nighttime hotspot with numerous themed instagrammable memories.
Oshawa Holiday Shows and Entertainment
Candlelight Christmas Concerts
Candlelight Christmas Concerts feature live music performances by renowned artists in a beautifully lit setting, showcasing a variety of genres and classic holiday tunes.
Santa Claus Parade
The Brampton Santa Claus Parade is a festive event featuring floats, marching bands, and of course, Santa Claus, taking place in Brampton, Ontario, starting at Bramalea and Central Park and ending at North Park and Jordan Boulevard.
Oshawa Other Holiday Activities
Santa Claus Parade
The Santa Claus Parade in Newmarket features festive holiday floats, walking groups, and a special guest appearance by Santa Claus. Attendees are encouraged to bring letters for Santa and non-perishable food items for the Newmarket Food Pantry.
Santa Claus Parade
The Santa Claus Parade in Pickering is a joyous celebration featuring extravagant floats, marching bands, and Santa Claus himself. It is a spectacle that kicks off the holiday season with a holiday theme of "Holiday Gatherings," showcasing pop culture and cultural stories through elaborate parade designs.
Family Holiday Photos with Santa
Capture family holiday memories with our professional photographer and jolly Santa. Santa will listen to your Christmas wish list, and proceeds will support educational programs at Museums Mississauga.
