Holiday Events

Santa Claus Parade, Holiday Market, and Tree Lighting

Date: Sunday, November 16, 2025
Time: 3 to 6 p.m.

Santa Claus Parade

Santa Claus is coming to town! Join us on Sunday, November 16 at 3 p.m. for the EG Santa Claus Parade.

Parade Float Applications: 

Float applications for those interested in participating in this year's Santa Claus Parade will be available in September 2025. Please continue to check back for more information. 

Parade Route: 

The parade begins at the Mount Albert Road and Leslie Street (19000 Leslie Street in front of the Civic Centre) and ends at the Sports Complex (1914B Mount Albert Road). Gather your family and friends and prepare to be dazzled by the festive floats, marching bands, and, of course, the one and only Santa Claus.

Letters to Santa: 

Attendees are encouraged to bring their letters for Santa as members of Canada Post and the Parade Marshalls will be walking throughout the parade, collecting letters, to then be mailed out to the North Pole.

Food Donations:

Parade attendees are encouraged to bring non-perishable food items, and new, unwrapped, toys for the Food & Toy Drive which will be collected along the parade route. Food items will be collected for the Holland Landing Food Pantry. 

Volunteer Opportunities:

If you are interested in volunteering at this year's Santa Claus Parade please email the Santa Claus Parade Committee at egevents@eastgwillimbury.ca

Holiday Market

Start your holiday shopping early with EG's Holiday Market and grab something unique for the special people in your life. The Holiday Market runs from 3 to 6 p.m. on Sunday, November 16 at the EG Sports Complex (1914B Mount Albert Road).

This is the perfect opportunity to explore local crafts, artisanal goods, and delicious treats. Whether you’re looking for one-of-a-kind gifts or delicious holiday treats, you’re sure to discover something special to make your holidays even more memorable.

Community and business vendor applications will be available soon!

For more information on the market, please contact dtolles@eastgwillimbury.ca.

Tree Lighting and Free Skate

Join Mayor and Council for our official holiday Tree Lighting which begins at 5:30 p.m. in front of the EG Sports Complex (1914B Mount Albert Road).

Enjoy a free skate from 3 to 6 p.m.

Thank you to our Sponsors and Community Partners