Hamilton 
Santa and Mrs. Claus will appear in town on Saturday, November 14, 2026.
The annual Santa Parade, a long-standing family tradition, is set to begin at 2:00 p.m. that afternoon.
The parade will support Mission Services of Hamilton through its annual food drive. Attendees are encouraged to bring non-perishable food items or make monetary donations to assist residents in need. The organization’s volunteers will be stationed along the route to collect contributions.
Time, Route, and Festivities
The 2026 parade will follow the same route as last year, beginning at the intersection of Upper Sherman Avenue and Acadia Drive. From there, participants will proceed north along Upper Sherman Avenue, turning west onto Limeridge Road East, and continue toward Lime Ridge Mall Road.
The parade will officially end at the south parking lot of Lime Ridge Mall at 999 Upper Wentworth Street, outside the former Hudson’s Bay store.
Spectators can watch the Hamilton Santa Claus Parade along its route and head to Lime Ridge Mall afterward for the annual Christmas Tree Lighting Celebration.
Families can enjoy a special appearance by Santa Claus, festive performances by the Hamilton Children’s Choir, and the official lighting of the mall’s Christmas tree at 4:30 pm.
Following the celebrations, families can continue the holiday fun with visits and photos with Santa at Lime Ridge Mall through December 24, allowing families ample time for visits throughout the holiday season. Photo packages range from $19.99 to $59.99, and advance reservations are recommended to secure preferred dates and times.
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Road Closures and Transit Changes
To accommodate the event, several road closures will be in place on Saturday, November 14.
Road closures include:
- Upper Sherman Avenue from Limeridge Road to Rymal Road — 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
- Limeridge Road from Upper Sherman to Limeridge Mall — 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
- Acadia Drive from Ridgemount Drive to Upper Sherman Avenue — 10:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
- Butler Drive from Acadia Drive to Acadia Drive — 10:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
For those using Hamilton Street Railway (HSR) public transit, detours will be in place on Routes 24 (Upper Sherman) and 43 (Stone Church) during the parade hours. Riders are advised to check for route changes to ensure smooth travel.
HSR Transit Options for Parade Access
The Hamilton Street Railway (HSR) has planned several transit options to help residents get to and from the parade route efficiently. Several stops along Upper Sherman Avenue and Stone Church Road are temporarily out of service.
Passengers heading to the parade or Lime Ridge Mall should use Upper Gage Avenue as the main detour corridor, where temporary stops will be in service to replace those closed along Upper Sherman Avenue and Stone Church Road.
The Hamilton Santa Claus Parade Committee encourages everyone to come prepared for the weather and bring a festive spirit, as you get ready for the holiday season
