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Barrie’s illuminated Santa Claus Parade returns with floats, marching bands and a Holiday Sweets & Treats theme. The route begins near Lakeshore Drive and Tiffin Street, continues through downtown and finishes near Poyntz Street. A free…
Fireside gathering 4:00 PM; parade 5:00 PM · Barrie waterfront and downtown parade route · Barrie
More than 100 floats, bands and Santa travel through downtown Orillia in one of the region’s largest Christmas parades. The evening start lets illuminated displays shine along the route.
5:00–7:00 PM · Downtown Orillia parade route · Orillia
A free indoor holiday market at the RecPlex with local vendors, handmade gifts, seasonal treats and community festivities. It is part of Wasaga Beach’s Holiday Kickoff Weekend.
10:00 AM–3:00 PM · Wasaga Beach RecPlex · Wasaga Beach
Wasaga Beach’s evening Santa Claus Parade brings illuminated floats and community groups through town during Holiday Kickoff Weekend. The parade is followed by the annual tree-lighting ceremony at Oakview Woods.
5:00–7:00 PM · Dunkerron Avenue parade route · Wasaga Beach
The Town lights its annual holiday display at the Oakview Woods Gazebo with carols, community cheer and a short outdoor ceremony following the Santa Claus Parade.
7:30–8:00 PM · Oakview Woods Gazebo · Wasaga Beach