Get ready for ‘snow much fun’ at the 2025 Oakville Santa Claus Parade

Santa Claus is coming to town! Join Santa and friends for the 77th anniversary of the annual Oakville Santa Claus Parade! Mark your calendar for Saturday, November 15 at 9 a.m., and join us in downtown Oakville for this community celebration. This year’s theme is ‘snow much fun’! 

Attendees are encouraged to dress up in their favourite holiday attire and take our complimentary Oakville Transit Santa Shuttle from the Oakville GO Station to the Trafalgar Park Community Centre parking lot. Shuttles will run every 10 minutes starting at 8 a.m., with the parade beginning at 9 a.m.

Whether you’re looking to earn volunteer hours or you enjoy getting involved in the community, there are plenty of exciting opportunities to join in this year’s festivities!

Sponsorship information 

The parade is a true celebration of community spirit, made possible each year thanks to the incredible support of residents, local businesses, and volunteers. To help ensure its continued success, the Town is currently seeking sponsorships and accepting financial donations. Amounts higher than $20 are eligible for a tax receipt. 

Float, band and volunteer information 

The parade is now accepting applications for floats, walking groups, marching bands, costumed character volunteers, and more. Please submit volunteer applications by October 24, 2025, and float and band applications by November 7, 2025. The best overall float will receive free entry in the 2026 parade!

For event details, sponsorship opportunities, applications, or to discover fun activities like the annual colouring contest, visit the Oakville Santa Claus Parade webpage. 

Quotes 

“The Oakville Santa Claus Parade is an event that I look forward to every year. It is always great to see the Town come together to make the parade a success. Council and I can’t wait to see everybody out along the parade route!” 

— Mayor Rob Burton

“The Oakville Santa Claus Parade Committee is excited to celebrate 77 magical years of holiday cheer! We invite participants, sponsors, and volunteers to join us in making this year’s parade the most memorable one yet. Let’s come together as a community to keep the tradition alive and make the season sparkle!”

— Santa Claus Parade Committee Chair Ward 7 Councillor Scott Xie 

Background

• The Oakville Santa Claus Parade is celebrating its 77th anniversary this year.
• The first parade was organized in 1948 by Bill Hughes, then President of the Junior Chamber of Commerce. The idea originated to encourage business in downtown Oakville. 
• This annual event is organized by the Town of Oakville. 
• The planning committee is led by Councillor Scott Xie.