The City of Fort St. John is excited to host the Santa Claus Parade and Christmas Tree Light-Up on Saturday, December 6, 2025, at Centennial Park.
The celebration begins with the parade at 5 pm, starting at 108 Avenue and 100 Street and travelling south along 100 Street to Centennial Park.
After the parade, enjoy festivities at Centennial Park and Festival Plaza, including:
- Tree Light-Up
- Complimentary hot dogs served by the Sunrise Rotary Club and provided by Save-On-Foods
- Free hot chocolate courtesy of R360
- A chance to meet Santa and Mrs. Claus
To ensure safety, several roads will be closed from 3 pm until the parade concludes:
- 100 Street between 93 and 100 Avenues
- 94 and 95 Avenues between 100 and 102 Streets
- 98 Street between 108 and 112 Avenues
- 110 Avenue between 98 and 100 Streets
Traffic congestion is expected near the parade route and marshalling areas. Please plan ahead and use alternate routes.
For the full schedule, parade route map, and road closure details, visit the Santa Claus Parade & Tree Light-up event.