Santa Claus parades in Windsor-Essex and Chatham-Kent 2025

Windsorites partook in the 54th annual Windsor Santa Claud Parade in Windsor, Ont. on Dec. 3, 2022. (Sanjay Maru/CTV News Windsor)

Santa Claus is embarking on his annual festive tour across Windsor-Essex and Chatham-Kent, ready to dazzle crowds at holiday parades.

CTV News Windsor has compiled a list of the local Santa parades.

We will also be creating an interactive map and photo gallery of best Christmas light displays in the region. Please email us at [e-mail] to have your address and photos added to the map.

HOLIDAY PARADES AROUND THE REGION:

Nov. 14 - Chatham

6:30 p.m.

Tasty Treats will be joining them again in the TD Bank parking lot selling hot chocolate, cotton candy and candy apples. The parade will end at the Wish Centre where you can grab pictures with Santa, drink hot chocolate and eat pizza while it lasts!

Southern Cruisers Riding Club Chatham-Kent 312 will be collecting toys and non-perishable goods on behalf of Chatham GoodFellows.

Nov. 15 - Kingsville

5 p.m.

Kingsville’s Fantasy of Lights Parade, presented by SK Cornerstone, will begin on Saturday, November 15, 2025, with the annual Fantasy of Lights Parade at 5:00 pm, followed by Flip the Switch at Lakeside Park.

Stay safe and see you there! There are events running throughout the festival

Nov. 15 - Wallaceburg

5:30 p.m.

The parade is organized by the Wallaceburg Knights of Pythias and will feature the theme “Christmas Around the World”.

It begins at Arnold Street and Dufferin Avenue and follows a route down Dufferin Ave, James St, Nelson St, and finishes on Elgin Street.

Nov. 21 - Tecumseh

6:00pm - 9:00pm

Tecumseh Town Centre Park (12021 McNorton St., Tecumseh)The evening begins with the Santa Parade at 6:00pm, presented by Team Goran Re/Max Care Realty, starting at Lacasse Park and ending at Tecumseh Town Hall.

There will be complimentary warm refreshments available at Town Centre Park, first come first serve.

After the parade we will have lots of free family-friendly activities at Town Centre Park for you to enjoy! Activities include meet & greets with Santa and Mrs. Claus, public skating, petting zoo, horse and carriage rides, marshmallow roast, arts and crafts, and mini golf.Donations of non-perishable food items, clothing, and unwrapped gifts will be collected for Goodfellows.

Nov. 22 - Amherstburg

6 p.m.

The 17th Annual Amherstburg Santa Claus Parade Parade presented by The Town of Amherstburg. The Parade Kicks off at 6pm sharp.

Hear the commentary from the broadcast location at the corner of Richmond and Sandwich Street.

Family friendly activities in the Fan Zone

Nov. 28 - Tilbury

7 p.m.

Nov. 28 - Jan. 9: Tilbury Lions Christmas Light Festival

Come experience the excitement and wonder of holiday lights at this free outdoor event. Take a walk through the paved trail with family and friends through the park from 5:30 to 11pm nightly. There are many photo opportunities along the way, so be sure to bring your camera.

Nov. 29 - Leamington

The parade will begin on Erie St. at Georgia Ave. and continue north through the town ending at the Fairgrounds.

Street Closures: Erie Street will be closed from Countess Street to Wilkinson Drive from 5:40 PM to 7:30 PM. Georgia Street will be closed from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM. Sherk/Oak intersection and William/Henry intersection will be closed starting at 5:00 PM.

Festivities: At the end of the parade, Santa will magically light up the trees at the Leamington Municipal Building, followed by a spectacular fireworks show.

Dec. 5 - Blenheim

7 p.m.

Parade route: Starts at Snow Avenue and ends at Talbot Trail Place (John St. W/Marlborough) disperse off to the side streets or continue on Marlborough.

Following the parade, everyone is welcome to attend the annual launch ceremony for the Blenheim Festival of Lights. Click here for more details on the Festival of Lights.

Dec. 6 - Windsor

6 p.m.

The 58th Annual Windsor Santa Claus Parade on Ouellette Avenue from Giles Blvd to Pitt St.

The Parade Kicks off at 6pm sharp. Hear the commentary from our broadcast location on the Parade Route.

Dec. 13 - Essex

6:30 p.m.

Parade route: Runs along Talbot Street North between Fairview Avenue and Medora Avenue.

It begins at 6:30 p.m. sharp.