Santa Parade Day Activities
Parade Date & Time: Saturday, November 17th, 2018, 10 a.m.
Best Places to Watch
With a long parade route, there will be great viewing along the entire route. Click here to look at the Parade Route Map for wheelchair accessible parking and easy access to the parade route.
Line Up Early!
*Local musicians playing at various street corners!
*Free Face Painting!
Click on the link to the Owen Sound Tourism Events calendar to see what other activities are happing in Owen Sound on Parade Day! Watch the DownTown Improvement Area web site for up to the minute parade day activities!
After the Parade be sure to visit Santa at Downtown DIA office to get a picture, treat and tell him your Christmas Wishes!
Accessible Parking
Reserved spaces for vehicles displaying disability parking permits are located behind City Hall. Please arrive at least 30 minutes before parade start. Enter through 8th Street between 1st and 2nd Avenue East entrance from either East or West side of the city.
Kids Can Mail Their Letters To Santa
Canada Post Mail Carriers will be at the start of the parade gathering all letters for Santa. Please have them ready to hand to the Postmen and Postwomen as they pass your area at the start of the parade. Should you miss them, a letter box for Santa is located along the Festival of Northern Lights on both the east side and the west side of the river, between 8th and 9th streets.
PLEASE DO NOT RUN OUT INTO THE PARADE TO GIVE YOUR LETTERS. IT IS UNSAFE
A reminder for all the little ones out there: Here is the proper address to put on the envelopes:
Santa Claus
North Pole
HOH OHO
Remember to put a return address on the envelopes so Santa can write you back!
Food Bank Donations
Food bank donations will be collected at the start of the parade by a designated floats. Please have donations ready to hand over to the clowns from the side of the street.
PLEASE DO NOT RUN OUT INTO THE PARADE TO GIVE YOUR DONATIONS. IT IS UNSAFE.
What to Wear
* Dress in layers for warmth - fleece, winter jackets and comfortable warm footwear..
* Remember that umbrellas will unfortunately block the view, so please leave them at home. Many dollar
stores carry inexpensive and compact rain ponchos - have one in your pocket for "just in case"!
Parade Etiquette
Secure your spot on Santa’s nice list! Follow these Rogers Santa Claus Parade protocols:
* Respect parade officials. Your safety and that of your family is paramount. Obey all instructions to avoid
Santa’s naughty list!
* S marks the spot - someone else’s that is! Never move or occupy an empty chair. This curbside spot has
been reserved.
* Consider Others
* Please Don’t smoke
* Wear your rain gear. Umbrellas block the view.
* Be nice. Please allow those in wheelchairs front row, curb side viewing of the parade. Also, allow families
with children to sit in front. We short people appreciate it too!
* Say “excuse me” or “I’m sorry” if you bump or step on someone in the crowd.
* Property…a respectful reminder: climbing on or sitting atop anything belonging to someone else, the
businesses or city (other than benches) is a not no.
Animals
Please consider whether this event is appropriate for the temperament of your pet. If you choose to bring your pet, they must be under your care and control at all times and on a lease. You are responsible for cleaning up after your pet and disposing it properly in garbage bins or are subject to a fine. It is NOT recommended for animals who may respond anxiously to crowds and noise. Excessive barking is a safety issue for float participants and animals who will be in the parade.
First Aid
Paramedics and Police are located at the main street intersections. Parade Marshals (wearing bright green vests with Kiwanis Logos) are visible throughout the entire route positioned street front. If you require emergency health assistance, please approach any of the Parade Marshals (wearing bright green safety vests). They will contact the level of health care assistance you require. In the event of an emergency, do not hesitate to dial 911 for assistance.
Best Places to Watch
With a long parade route, there will be great viewing along the entire route. Click here to look at the Parade Route Map for wheelchair accessible parking and easy access to the parade route.
Line Up Early!
*Local musicians playing at various street corners!
*Free Face Painting!
Click on the link to the Owen Sound Tourism Events calendar to see what other activities are happing in Owen Sound on Parade Day! Watch the DownTown Improvement Area web site for up to the minute parade day activities!
After the Parade be sure to visit Santa at Downtown DIA office to get a picture, treat and tell him your Christmas Wishes!
Accessible Parking
Reserved spaces for vehicles displaying disability parking permits are located behind City Hall. Please arrive at least 30 minutes before parade start. Enter through 8th Street between 1st and 2nd Avenue East entrance from either East or West side of the city.
Kids Can Mail Their Letters To Santa
Canada Post Mail Carriers will be at the start of the parade gathering all letters for Santa. Please have them ready to hand to the Postmen and Postwomen as they pass your area at the start of the parade. Should you miss them, a letter box for Santa is located along the Festival of Northern Lights on both the east side and the west side of the river, between 8th and 9th streets.
PLEASE DO NOT RUN OUT INTO THE PARADE TO GIVE YOUR LETTERS. IT IS UNSAFE
A reminder for all the little ones out there: Here is the proper address to put on the envelopes:
Santa Claus
North Pole
HOH OHO
Remember to put a return address on the envelopes so Santa can write you back!
Food Bank Donations
Food bank donations will be collected at the start of the parade by a designated floats. Please have donations ready to hand over to the clowns from the side of the street.
PLEASE DO NOT RUN OUT INTO THE PARADE TO GIVE YOUR DONATIONS. IT IS UNSAFE.
What to Wear
* Dress in layers for warmth - fleece, winter jackets and comfortable warm footwear..
* Remember that umbrellas will unfortunately block the view, so please leave them at home. Many dollar
stores carry inexpensive and compact rain ponchos - have one in your pocket for "just in case"!
Parade Etiquette
Secure your spot on Santa’s nice list! Follow these Rogers Santa Claus Parade protocols:
* Respect parade officials. Your safety and that of your family is paramount. Obey all instructions to avoid
Santa’s naughty list!
* S marks the spot - someone else’s that is! Never move or occupy an empty chair. This curbside spot has
been reserved.
* Consider Others
* Please Don’t smoke
* Wear your rain gear. Umbrellas block the view.
* Be nice. Please allow those in wheelchairs front row, curb side viewing of the parade. Also, allow families
with children to sit in front. We short people appreciate it too!
* Say “excuse me” or “I’m sorry” if you bump or step on someone in the crowd.
* Property…a respectful reminder: climbing on or sitting atop anything belonging to someone else, the
businesses or city (other than benches) is a not no.
Animals
Please consider whether this event is appropriate for the temperament of your pet. If you choose to bring your pet, they must be under your care and control at all times and on a lease. You are responsible for cleaning up after your pet and disposing it properly in garbage bins or are subject to a fine. It is NOT recommended for animals who may respond anxiously to crowds and noise. Excessive barking is a safety issue for float participants and animals who will be in the parade.
First Aid
Paramedics and Police are located at the main street intersections. Parade Marshals (wearing bright green vests with Kiwanis Logos) are visible throughout the entire route positioned street front. If you require emergency health assistance, please approach any of the Parade Marshals (wearing bright green safety vests). They will contact the level of health care assistance you require. In the event of an emergency, do not hesitate to dial 911 for assistance.
