Niagara Falls 
Events Description
The parade will be along Queen Street, where spectators can sit and enjoy all the parade entries, entertainment, and wave to Santa Claus!
Expect to see flashy floats, mascots, live entertainment, and groups from the community.
The parade ends at the city hall with a tree-lighting ceremony.
Post Parade Celebration, presented by Niagara Peninsula Energy
The celebration will feature the official Christmas tree lighting, entertainment, photo opportunities with Santa, food trucks, and a special photo opportunity and giveaway courtesy of Niagara Peninsula.
Grab a bite to eat at one of the food trucks:
Fiesta Empanada
905 Hotdog Pound
Purple Perk
The Red Chip Wagon
- Niagara Health Foundation Christmas Tree Lighting: Immediately following the parade, the Niagara Health Foundation Christmas Tree Lighting will take place in Centennial Square at City Hall. Sponsored by Niagara Peninsula Energy and Alectra, the Christmas tree lighting officially kicks off the Niagara Health Foundation’s annual Celebration of Lights to raise funds for urgently needed equipment at our local hospitals.
- Photos with Santa, presented by Niagara Helicopters, immediately following the Christmas tree lighting
After the Christmas tree lighting, at approximately 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., residents are invited to remain in Centennial Square for photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus, presented by Niagara Helicopters. - Holiday Cookie Giveaway, presented by Hodgson Custom Rolling Inc. , immediately following the Christmas tree lighting
Delicious FREE festive cookies will be handed out, courtesy of Hodgson Custom Rolling Inc., while quantities last.
Pair it with hot chocolate donated by Tim Hortons, while quantities last.
WHEN & WHERE
Date & Time:
The parade will start on Victoria Avenue at Armoury Street, heading northbound on Victoria to Valley Way. The route will then veer from Valley Way onto Queen Street, ending at Centennial Square in front of City Hall (4310 Queen Street).
Before the Santa Claus Parade, visit Queen Street to explore the various restaurants and shops and get a head start on your holiday shopping!
While Queen Street will be closed to vehicular traffic, ample side-street parking options and City-owned parking lots are available downtown.
