- Osgoode Village Parade of Lights, Friday, December 1, 7 pm
- Manotick Kiwanis Santa Claus Parade, Friday, December 1, 7 pm
- Constance and Buckham’s Bay Santa Claus Parade, Saturday, December 2, 4:45 pm
- Richmond Christmas Parade, Saturday, December 2, 5 pm
- Stittsville Parade of Lights, Saturday, December 2, 6 pm
- Huntley Community Association Santa Claus Parade, Saturday, December 9, 6 pm
- Fitzroy Harbour Christmas Parade, Saturday, December 9, 6:30 pm
- Metcalfe Santa Claus Parade, Sunday, December 10, 2 pm
Please note: this list is updated on an ongoing basis. Be sure to check back regularly to see where Santa will be stopping next!
We also have a list of other holiday activities that are sure to put you in the festive spirit, even if you might not see Santa:
- Ottawa Christmas Market, Aberdeen Square at Lansdowne, November 24 to December 23
- Magic of Lights, Wesley Clover Park Campground, 411 Corkstown Road, November 17 to January 6
- Winter Lights across Canada, Parliament Hill, December 7 to January 7
- Billings Estate National Historic Site – Home for the Holidays, Wednesday to Saturday from 10 am to 5 pm, December 2 to 23, 2023. Regular admission fees apply.
- Cumberland Heritage Village Museum – Vintage Village of Lights, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays from November 24 through December 17, 2023, 4 to 9 pm. Cost: $25 per group (1 – 6 people per group). Advance registration is required.
- Nepean Museum – Retro Christmas! Saturday, December 2 from 10 am to 3 pm. $19.64 per family (two adults and accompanying children under 18); $12.25 per pair; $7.40 single admission. This is a drop-in program; advance registration is not required. The activities are best suited for families with children ages 6 to 12. Younger children are welcome to participate with the assistance of an adult or older sibling.
