Peninsula Co-op Santa Claus Parade

The Peninsula Co-op Santa Claus Parade lights up the seaside town of Sidney to open the holiday season on the Saanich Peninsula. Organized by the Greater Victoria Festival Society, the 43rd annual parade rolls through Sidney on Saturday, November 28, 2026, and is free for everyone to watch. Crowds line Beacon Avenue and the surrounding streets to see illuminated floats, marching bands, community groups, dance troupes, vintage vehicles and local businesses all decked out in seasonal cheer, with Santa Claus himself anchoring the procession. The evening parade has become one of the region's best-loved family traditions, pairing small-town charm with the sparkle of hundreds of lights reflected off the harbour. Many spectators arrive early to find a spot, browse Sidney's shops and restaurants, and warm up with hot chocolate before the floats begin. The parade is a signature community event for the Greater Victoria Festival Society, which stages several of the area's largest public celebrations through the year. Dress warmly, as late November evenings on the water can be cold, and consider arriving ahead of time, since downtown Sidney streets fill quickly along the route. It is a cheerful, welcoming kickoff to December for peninsula families and visitors alike.