Browsing: Events & Parades

Toronto’s neighbourhood Santa Claus parades, including the Beaches parade along Kingston Road, plus the big downtown parade and parades just outside the city.

The best places to watch Toronto’s Santa Claus Parade on November 22, 2026, from Christie Pits to University Avenue and Front Street, with tips for families.

The Holly Jolly Fun Run is a 5K on the Toronto Santa Claus Parade route on Sunday, November 22, 2026. Price, rules, route, what’s included and tips.

Toronto’s 2026 tree lighting ceremonies: the Distillery Winter Village (Nov 12), Bloor-Yorkville Holiday Magic (Nov 21), Cavalcade of Lights and more.

The 122nd Toronto Santa Claus Parade is Sunday, November 22, 2026 at 12:30 p.m. Route, best viewing spots, TTC and GO tips, and what to bring.

Cavalcade of Lights 2026 at Nathan Phillips Square: when Toronto’s official Christmas tree is lit, opening night, skating, getting there and what to expect.

The Toronto Christmas market calendar for 2026, weekend by weekend: the Distillery, St. Lawrence, One of a Kind, craft fairs and markets across the GTA.

Christmas events near Toronto in 2026: Santa Claus parades, tree lightings, lights and markets across the GTA in Mississauga, Brampton, Vaughan, Markham, Oakville and more.

The complete calendar of Toronto Christmas events for 2026: markets, the Santa Claus Parade, tree lightings, holiday shows, Hanukkah, Boxing Day and New Year’s Eve.