Dazzling December: Ottawa’s Annual Christmas Parades Return for 2023

Get ready for a dazzling December as Ottawa brings you tons of Christmas light displays and Santa Claus parades to see this winter!

With just how many are taking place, you might just wish that you could be in more than one place at the same time!

So, be sure to grab your family or your friends to experience another illuminated Christmas like no other right here in Ottawa.

Osgoode’s Parade of Lights

WHEN: December 1, 2023

WHERE: Starting at Nixon & Main, ending at Foodland Parking Lot, Osgoode

Thanks to the Osgoode Village Community Association, Osgoode’s Parade of Lights is coming back again for another year of fun and excitement!

Manotick’s Parade of Lights

WHEN: December 1-2, 3, 2023

WHERE: Main St. and Through Manotick Mews, Manotick Ottawa

Manotick’s is gearing up for two days’ worth of holiday fun from its parade of lights, tree lighting, caroling, wagon rides, and so much more!

Richmond Santa Claus Parade

WHEN: December 2, 2023

WHERE: Richmond Village, Ottawa

The annual Richmond winter festivities have become a cherished tradition for families in the area as kids and adults eagerly anticipate the approaching season. 

This is why the Richmond Village Association is thrilled to announce the return of the 2023 Richmond Village Santa Claus Parade! This year, they’re reinstating the processional style parade format.

Stittsville Parade of Lights

WHEN: December 2, 2023

WHERE: The parade will proceed south on Stittsville Main Street, from just south of Hazeldean Road, and will end at Abbott Street

Every year, the SVA’s annual Parade of Lights showcases dozens of stunning community floats for Santa’s much-anticipated arrival at the end of the parade.

Attendees are encouraged to stay for the lighting of Village Square Park, and if you’re hungry, share some hot chocolate and cookies before meeting Santa at the end!