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SUMMARY:Kingston’s Nighttime Santa Parade
DESCRIPTION:Get ready, Kingston! The holiday season is about to sparkle as Santa Claus, dazzling floats, festive music, and thousands of twinkling lights bring Christmas magic to the heart of downtown!\nOn Saturday, November 21, 2026, one of Kingston’s most beloved holiday traditions returns with the Kingston Nighttime Santa Parade, followed by the spectacular Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony in Springer Market Square.\nBeginning at 5:00 PM, the parade will travel along Princess Street from Bath Road to Ontario Street, filling downtown Kingston with holiday cheer, colourful characters, lively entertainment, and the unmistakable excitement of Christmas.\nA Magical Christmas Parade Through Downtown Kingston!\nThere’s something truly special about watching downtown Kingston come alive with the sights and sounds of the holiday season.\nFamilies and friends will gather along Princess Street as beautifully decorated floats, festive performers, colourful characters, and live music create an unforgettable Christmas celebration.\nAnd of course, no Santa Parade would be complete without the guest everyone has been waiting for!\nSanta Claus himself will be making his grand appearance, spreading holiday cheer and bringing smiles to children and adults alike.\nWhether it’s your little one’s first Santa Parade or a cherished family tradition you’ve enjoyed for years, this is one of those wonderful Kingston experiences that brings generations together.\nThe Christmas Magic Continues at Springer Market Square!\nDon’t head home when the parade ends because the celebration isn’t over!\nFollowing the parade, everyone is invited to gather at Springer Market Square at approximately 7:00 PM for Kingston’s annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony.\nJoin Santa and Mrs. Claus as the community comes together for the magical moment when the Christmas tree lights illuminate the square, marking the beginning of another festive season in downtown Kingston.\nIt’s a picture-perfect opportunity to celebrate with family, friends, and neighbours while enjoying the holiday atmosphere.\nStart a Wonderful Kingston Christmas Tradition!\nFrom the excitement of the parade to the warm glow of the Christmas tree, this special evening captures everything wonderful about celebrating the holidays together.\nBundle up, bring the family, and make an evening of it downtown. Arriving early is a great way to find a comfortable viewing spot along the parade route before the festivities begin.\nKingston, the countdown to Christmas starts here!\nEvent Details\nEvent: Kingston’s Nighttime Santa Parade & Christmas Tree Lighting\nDate: Saturday, November 21, 2026\nParade Start: 5:00 PM\nParade Route: Princess Street, from Bath Road to Ontario Street, Kingston\nTree Lighting Ceremony: Approximately 7:00 PM\nTree Lighting Location: Springer Market Square, Downtown Kingston\nSpecial Guests: Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus\nAdmission: Free community celebration\nBring your Christmas spirit, gather your favourite people, and experience one of Kingston’s most magical nights of the year!\n
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LOCATION:Princess St
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