The 120th Original Santa Claus Parade

We need your help to keep the tradition going!

This year, a very special 120th edition of the much-loved Original Santa Claus Parade is taking place on Sunday November 24, and it is set to welcome 750,000 attendees.

This annual free Parade has been a cherished hallmark of the City of Toronto, running uninterrupted since 1905.

We are very excited for this year’s milestone anniversary – 120 years! However, with growing inflationary and operational costs, combined with recent widespread corporate budget constraints, the Parade is facing a deficit that is currently jeopardizing its future.

If we want to bring this treasured Original Santa Claus Parade back next year, we must raise $250,000 to fill the current deficit. These funds will help the Parade meet increased operations and Parade-day security costs and fund new livestreaming production costs.

Each year, attendees of all ages, backgrounds and faiths, line up along the Parade route. For generations upon generations, this is a long-standing annual family tradition, and for many newcomers, this is a must-attend city event to experience Canada and Toronto, at its best during the holidays.

Our challenge is that if these funds are not realized, the Parade will not be able to carry costs into next year, and we will very regrettably not have this Parade in 2025.

We’re asking anyone who holds a heartfelt memory from the Parade (be it from their childhood or even present day), to consider donating $12.00, $120, $1,200 (or any other amount they feel inspired to give), to SAVE THE PARADE!