Nighttime Santa Parade Downtown Kingston

Nighttime Santa Parade & Tree Lighting – A Downtown Kingston Holiday Tradition
Santa Claus is Coming to Town!
Get ready to bundle up, grab some hot cocoa, and welcome the magic of the season with one of Kingston’s most beloved holiday traditions — the Downtown Kingston Nighttime Santa Parade!
On Friday, November 22, 2025, the festivities kick off at 5:00 PM sharp, as the Santa Parade leaves the Bath Road/Princess Street intersection and makes its jolly way down Princess Street all the way to Ontario Street. This dazzling evening event is full of glowing lights, festive music, local floats, and holiday cheer for the whole family.
✨ Don’t Miss the Grand Finale! ✨
After the parade, head over to Springer Market Square for the heartwarming tree lighting ceremony, led by none other than Santa Claus himself. It’s a magical moment that officially kicks off the holiday season in Kingston and brings joy to kids and kids-at-heart.
🎁 Whether you’re watching with wide-eyed wonder, enjoying a family tradition, or discovering it for the first time — the Nighttime Santa Parade is a perfect way to ring in the season with community spirit and festive joy.
📅 Date: Friday, November 22, 2025
⏰ Time: 5:00 PM
📍 Parade Route Begins: Bath Road/Princess Street intersection
📍 Parade Ends: Ontario Street near Springer Market Square, Downtown Kingston
🎄 Tree Lighting Location: Springer Market Square, 216 Ontario Street, Kingston, ON
💰 Admission: Free – All are welcome!