Santa Claus Parade
November 21, 2026
Join us as we celebrate the most wonderful time of the year! The Santa Claus Parade will take place on Saturday, Nov. 21 starting at 6 p.m. and will feature holiday themed floats, marching bands, inflatables and an appearance from Mr. and Mrs. Claus!
Please consider bringing a non-perishable food item if you're able. Volunteers will be collecting food donations along the parade route.
This year's parade theme is Home for the Holidays: 125 Years of Woodstock.
Be a part of the Parade
Band / Shriners
Sign up to be a band or shrine group in this year's parade.
Float / Walking Group
Sign up to be a float or walking group in this year's parade.
Volunteer Opportunities
Our events, attracting thousands annually, rely on volunteers. As a volunteer, have fun, meet new friends, earn hours, and make a community impact.
Parade Route
The parade will depart from the Woodstock Fairgrounds (875 Nellis St.) down McKenzie Street and make its way west along Dundas Street, turning right onto Light Street to end in Victoria Park (413 Buller St.).
Know Before You Go
Plan ahead to get the best seats along the parade route.
Accessible parking will be available on Dundas Street between Vansittart Avenue and Light Street.
You can park for free at many of the large lots along the parade route or at one of the municipal parking lots downtown.
Watch for no parking signs displayed along the parade route. Any vehicles parked along the parade route after 5 p.m. will be towed to a nearby street.
Starting at 4 p.m., Nellis Street will be closed to traffic from West Avenue to Clarke Street North, as well as MacKenzie Avenue. Only parade participants will be allowed to enter the Fairgrounds.
Gateway Casinos patrons should access the casino parking lot at Nellis Street and West Street from Rathbourne Avenue.
As of 5 p.m., all roads will be closed along the parade route:
- Dundas Street from McKenzie Avenue to Vansittart Avenue
- Light Street from Dundas Street to Drew Street
- Drew Street, Graham Street and Buller Street surrounding Victoria Park
Police and City of Woodstock staff will be controlling traffic. Please be cautious and listen to their instruction.
Any vehicles parked along the parade route after 5 p.m. will be towed to a nearby street.
2025 Event Recap
Relive all the fun from 2025 and get excited for this year's event!
Video by Blackmore Media
Thank you to our 2026 sponsors!
Silver Sponsor
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Dairy Capital Sponsor
Event Sponsor
In-Kind Donations
Contact Us
City of Woodstock
P.O. Box 1539, 500 Dundas Street
Woodstock, ON N4S 0A7
Phone: 519-539-1291
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