NOV 14 · Niagara Falls
Niagara Falls Santa Claus Parade
WhereDowntown Niagara Falls, ending at City Hall, Niagara Falls
WhenNOV 14
SourceCity of Niagara Falls
The City of Niagara Falls holds its Santa Claus Parade on Saturday, November 14, 2026, from 4:00 to 5:30 pm. The route ends at City Hall on Queen Street, and celebrations continue in Centennial Square afterward. Santa and Mrs. Claus are the grand finale. The City's page does not give parking information, so plan your arrival around the road closures below.
Route
- Starts at Armoury Street and Victoria Avenue.
- Heads north on Victoria Avenue, then turns right onto Valley Way.
- Continues down Queen Street to City Hall, 4310 Queen Street.
Road closures
- 8:00 am to 6:30 pm: Queen Street from Victoria Avenue to City Hall and Erie Avenue.
- 12:00 pm to 6:30 pm: Armoury Street, Jepson Street and access to several side streets (the City's map shows which).
- 3:30 pm to 6:30 pm: Victoria Avenue from Ryerson Crescent to Huron Street.
- Roads reopen shortly after the final float has passed and cleanup is complete. The City tells residents to expect restricted property access, detours and delays.
On the route
- Floats, community groups, costumed characters, marching bands and seasonal performances.
- Canada Post collects Letters to Santa along the route.
- Project Share collects cash or non-perishable food donations along the route.
After the parade, in Centennial Square
- The Niagara Health Foundation Christmas tree lighting.
- Family-friendly entertainment.
- The lights on Queen Street are switched on.
Taking part
Parade applications closed on October 11, 2026. Volunteers aged 18 and over can apply until November 2 through the volunteer form on the City's page; shifts fall between 1:30 and 7:30 pm. The City may cancel or postpone the event at its discretion.
Checked October 22, 2026. Dates and details can change; confirm with the organizer before travelling.