2026 Santa Claus Parades Across Nova Scotia

Have you been good this year? Because Santa is visiting! Here is where you can spot him this season across Nova Scotia.

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Nova Scotia Power Holiday Parade of Lights – Halifax

This beloved event draws tens of thousands of spectators eager to experience the sights and sounds of this highly anticipated kickoff to the holiday season. Santa will make a special appearance to bring the celebration to a joyful close, delighting everyone with his festive spirit. Details

Saturday, November 21, 2026 | 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Parade Route: Starts at the Cogswell St. roundabout. Finish at Barrington and George

New Minas Rotary Holiday Parade of Lights

Organized by the Rotary Club of New Minas. The fireworks display put on by the Village of New Minas will take place immediately after the last entry completes the parade route.
Details

Saturday, November 21, 2026 | 6:00 PM

The parade route will begin at Crescent Drive near the Kings Transit parking lot in New Minas and finish at the intersection of Cornwallis Drive and Commercial Street (by Harveys/Swiss Chalet)

Amherst Christmas Parade

Organized by The Town of Amherst. Theme: Winter Wonderland
Details

Saturday, November 21, 2026 | 6:00 PM

The parade route start at the Amherst Town Square Mall (147 South Albion Street) and turn left on South Albion to Church; left on Church; right on Victoria to TD or Dayle’s parking lot.

Light Up Bedford Parade

Organized by The Bedford Lions Club.
Details

Sunday, November 22, 2026 | 5:45 PM

Bedford

Annapolis Royal Parade of Lights

Light up the Town of Annapolis Royal on Friday, November 28th at 6 pm for fun, festivity, and fireworks.

Details

Friday, November 27, 2026 | 6 PM

Annapolis Royal

Bridgewater – Christmas on the LaHave

The Christmas on the LaHave Parade of Lights, which will take place on Saturday, November 27, beginning at 6 p.m. The festivities will continue on November 28th with our annual Christmas on the LaHave Parade of Lights and Fireworks Show. Twinkling by night, Bridgewater Shines will also illuminate this weekend and continue nightly into 2027.
Details

Saturday, November 27, 2026 | 6 PM

Bridgewater

Antigonish Santa Claus Parade

Organized by the Town of Antigonish. Get ready to celebrate the holiday season with our annual Santa Claus Parade! Join us for a magical evening of festive fun and cheer.
Details

Saturday, November 21, 2026 | 6 PM

Parade entries leave from The Heights onto Xavier Drive to Hawthorne Street, turn onto Main Street, and go up Church Street, end at the Antigonish Market Square

Christmas at Sherbrooke Village

Organized by Sherbrooke Village
Details

November 27 – 29, 2026

through Sherbrooke Village

Spryfield Santa Claus Parade

Organized by the Spryfield and District Business Commission.
Details

November 29, 2026 | 2 PM

Starting at Punch Bowl, down Herring Cove Road to Spryfield Mall

Santa Claus Parade in Downtown Truro

Organized by the Downtown Truro Partnership. Gather your family and friends, bundle up, and find your favourite spot along the parade route as our downtown comes alive with the sights and sounds of the holiday season!
Details

November 29, 2026 | 4 PM

Downtown Truro

Sydney Santa Claus Parade

Sydney Business Community. This year The Sydney Santa Claus Parade is being presented by Greenfoot Energy Soltions and the Sydney Business Community, and you know what that means? Not only will Santa’s sleigh be fuelled by Reindeer Power, but also the love that comes from the business community and supporting local.
Details

2026 date TBA
November 30, 2025 | 2:30 PM

Sydney

North Sydney Santa Claus Parade

Organized by North Sydney Fire & Rescue.
Details

December 12, 2026 | 3 PM

North Sydney

North of Smokey Parade of Lights

Join us for our Annual Parade of Lights!
Details

November 28, 2026

Ingonish Beach Cabot Trail – Beginning at Ingonish Outdoor Rink, ending at Keltic Lodge.

Village of Pugwash annual Christmas Parade

Get ready to celebrate the magic of the season! Join us for the 2nd Annual Christmas Parade in the Village of Pugwash. This year’s theme is “Favourite Movie”. Details

Friday, December 4, 2026 | 6:30 PM

The parade will begin on Church Street, continue to Victoria Street, head up Water Street, and finish on King Street.