City of Niagara Falls Seeking Santa Claus Parade Entries and Volunteers
NIAGARA FALLS, ON — The City of Niagara Falls is inviting local organizations, businesses, community groups and volunteers to take part in the annual Santa Claus Parade on Saturday, November 14, beginning at 4 p.m.
The parade will travel from Victoria Avenue at Armoury Street to Centennial Square, where post-parade festivities will begin at approximately 5:15 p.m. and include the Niagara Health Foundation Christmas tree-lighting ceremony, free live entertainment and a meet-and-greet with Santa and Mrs. Claus.
Call for parade entries
- Local organizations, clubs, schools, businesses and community groups are invited to showcase their holiday spirit by entering a float, walking group or performance in this year’s parade.
- Parade entries must be submitted by Sunday, October 11, using the City’s official Parade Entry Form.
Call for volunteers
- The City is also looking for volunteers to help bring the parade to life. A variety of positions are available, including costumed characters, banner carriers and Santa’s helpers.
- Those interested in volunteering are asked to complete the Volunteer Application Form.
Santa Claus Parade details
Date: Saturday, November 14, 2026
Parade start: 4 p.m.
Parade entry deadline: Sunday, October 11, 2026
For parade entry forms, volunteer applications and complete event details, visit niagarafalls.ca/santa.
For more information, contact:
Michelle Nicholls
Community Development Coordinator
City of Niagara Falls
905-356-7521 ext. 4359
mnicholls@niagarafalls.ca