Santa’s Spectacle of Lights – Town of Ajax Santa Claus Parade 2026

Experience the magic of the holidays and kick off the season with Santa’s Spectacle of Lights. The parade features 50+ floats including marching bands, local businesses, cultural groups, and of course, Santa Claus!

Immediately following the parade will be a special tree lighting ceremony and after party at Town Hall (65 Harwood Avenue South) and Ajax Main Library.

Who is it for?

All ages – Family

Date & Time:

Saturday, November 28 | 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm

Venue

Santa’s Spectacle of Lights parade will begin at the intersection of Bayly St. and Mackenzie Ave., proceeding east along Bayly St. and will continue north on Harwood Ave. S. concluding at Ajax Town Hall (Harwood Ave. and Achilles Rd.).

Parking at Town Hall is limited and patrons are encouraged to park at the Ajax Plaza Harwood Shopping Centre or Baywood Centre.

2026 Road Closures
Bayly St. W. (Finley Ave. to Salem Rd.) from 5:30 to 8 p.m.

Harwood Ave. S. (Birch Cres. to Emperor St.) from 5:30 to 9 p.m.

Mackenzie Ave. (Bayly Ave. to Clements Rd. W.) from 4 to 8 p.m.

Achilles Rd. (Harwood Ave. S. to Salem Rd.) from 5:30 to 9 p.m.