Bundle up the kids and line up the parade routes across New Brunswick to see Santa and his reindeer before they return to the North Pole.
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Here is a list of some of the Santa Claus Parades taking place across the province this year. Remember to take non-perishable food items for the local food bank and your letters for Santa.
Did we miss any? Let us know — report@todocanada.ca. For Christmas and Winter New Brunswick activities: See the list at the end of this article.
Saint John Santa Claus Parade
73rd annual parade. Santa is coming to Saint John for one night only and hopes to see all the children’s faces.
Saturday, November 21, 2026 | 6:00 PM
Parade Route: Begins at Water Street (Cruise Ship Terminal) moves along Saint Patrick Street, across the Viaduct, along Main St North, and ends on Lansdowne Ave.
Edmundston Santa Claus Parade
Come and experience the magic of the holidays on November 22 at 7 pm.
Saturday, November 21, 2026 | 7 PM
Edmundston Downtown – Departure will be from Rice Street
Woodstock Santa Claus Parade
Organized by the City of Woodstock. Join us as we celebrate the most wonderful time of the year! The Santa Claus Parade will feature holiday-themed floats, marching bands, inflatables, a visit from Mr. and Mrs. Claus, and more. This year’s parade theme is Home for the Holidays: 125 Years of Woodstock.
Details
Saturday, November 21, 2026 | 5 PM
Parade Route: From Woodstock Fairgrounds, located at 875 Nellis St., down McKenzie Street and make its way west along Dundas Street, turning right onto Light Street to end in Victoria Park on Buller St.
Shediac Christmas Parade
Organized by the Town of Shediac. The magic of Christmas is back in Shediac! Come celebrate the holiday spirit at the Christmas Parade. The Vestiaire St-Joseph will be collecting non-perishable food items throughout the parade.
Details
Friday, November 27, 2026 | 7 PM
Main Street, Shediac
Royale Greater Moncton Santa Claus Parade
Come join the excitement as we celebrate the annual Royale Greater Moncton Santa Claus Parade on November 28 at 5:00 p.m.! This year’s theme is Festival of Lights. Details
November 28, 2026 | 5:00 PM
The route starts at the corner of Cameron Street; the parade then makes its way down Moncton’s Main Street and ends at the corner of Champlain and Paul Street in Dieppe.
Free; Don’t forget to bring food items for the food bank and your letters for Santa!
Fredericton Annual Santa Claus Parade
The holiday magic returns to Fredericton on Saturday, November 28, 2026. This year’s theme is “Have a Holly Dolly Christmas!”, celebrating Dolly Parton and her generosity in helping communities over the years.
Details
Saturday, November 28, 2026 | 5:00 PM
Parade Route: This year’s parade will begin on Point Saint Annes Boulevard, travel east to Regent Street, then turn west onto King Street. From there, it will head north on Westmorland Street, continue west onto Queen Street, and finish back at Point Saint Annes Boulevard.
Fundy-St. Martins Christmas Parade
Hosted by the Village of Fundy-St. Martins. Tree lighting in the Harbour Park at 8:00 pm, following the parade, with activities between parade end and tree lighting to allow time for everyone to make their way down.
Details
Saturday, November 28, 2026 | 6:30 PM
Parade Route: Main Street, St. Martins
Kennebecasis Valley Santa Claus Parade
The 28th Annual KV Santa Claus Parade hosted by the Towns of Rothesay and Quispamsis. This year’s parade theme is “A Cartoon Christmas”.
Details
Saturday, November 28, 2026 | 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Parade Route: The parade starts from KVHS and travels along Hampton Road to Marr/Clark Road Intersection
défilé du Père Noël Santa Claus Parade
Every year, hundreds of children and their families gather along Acadie Road to see the beautiful floats as well as the big star of the evening, Santa Claus, who takes time out of his busy schedule to visit the young people in the region. Organized by the Cap-Acadie Chamber of Commerce.
Details
Sunday, December 6, 2026 | 6:00 PM
Along Acadie Rd. — from Tediche Home Hardware to Robichaud Street
Petitcodiac Festival of Lights Parade
Join us for the Petitcodiac Festival of Lights Parade.
Details
Friday, December 4, 2026 | 7:00 PM
Parade Route: Lineup will begin heading west on Church Street, turn right heading north on Spring Street, turn right on heading east on Main Street, finishing the parade route exiting via First, Second and Third Street to Renfrew Street.
Bouctouche Santa Claus Parade
The most magical time of the year is here, and Grand-Bouctouche is ready to light up the season! Details
2026 dates TBA
Saturday, December 6, 2025 | 6 PM
Parade Route: Kent Homes to Place Lebourg, Bouctouche
Sussex Annual Santa Claus Parade
Join us for the annual Santa Claus Parade. This year’s theme is “Santa’s Workshop.” Details
December 5, 2026 | 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Sussex, NB
The Parade will leave from Perry Street and work its way down Main Street to the Walmart parking lot.
Saint Andrews Fireman’s Santa Claus Parade
Organized by the Saint Andrews Fire Department. Santa Claus comes to town!
Details
Saturday, December 5, 2026 | 5:30 PM
Town Hall and Market Square, Saint Andrews
We do try to make the listings as accurate as possible, but there may be typographical/oversight errors or events may be cancelled or postponed without any notice. Verify all details from concerned event Websites/officials.
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Your link to the fredricton parade leads to a scam business that copied the actual even details with the wrong times. Might wanna fix that link.
Thank you, corrected!