Santa Claus Parade Today

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9th Annual Event

 
PARADE DATE & TIME:

Date: Sunday, December 2, 2012
Time: 1:00 p.m.

2012 PARADE ROUTE:

The parade will start at West Georgia and Broughton (at 1:00 pm), travel east along West Georgia, turn south on Howe and finish at Howe and Davie.


Click below for a quick summary of Parade day events:


2012 COAST CAPITAL SAVINGS CHRISTMAS SQUARE:

10:30am to 1:00pm
Located at the Vancouver Art Gallery
Come out and join in on the family fun pre-parade festivities! There will be live entertainment on the main stage, Decorate a Gingerbread Man, Write a Letter to Santa and much more!

BEST PLACES TO WATCH:

With a long parade route, there will be great viewing along the entire route.

For the television broadcast schedule, click here

ROAD CLOSURES AND PARKING RESTRICTIONS:

For a complete list of streets and times that roads are closed, please click here.

WHAT TO WEAR:

Go for classic west coast style (fleece, waterproof jackets and comfortable waterproof footwear).
Dress in layers to keep warm.
Remember that umbrellas will block the view, so please leave them at home.

PARADE ETIQUETTE:

Secure your spot on Santa’s nice list! Follow these Rogers Santa Claus Parade protocols

Respect parade officials. Your safety and that of your family is paramount. Obey all instructions to avoid Santa’s naughty list!
S marks the spot – someone else’s that is! Never move or occupy an empty chair. This curbside spot has been reserved.
CONSIDER OTHERS:

Wear your rain gear. Umbrellas block the view.
Be nice. Please allow those in wheelchairs front row, curb side viewing of the parade. Also, allow families with children to sit in front. We short people appreciate it too!
Say “excuse me” or “I’m sorry” if you bump or step on someone in the crowd.
Don’t smoke.
Property…a respectful reminder: climbing on or sitting atop anything belonging to Citytv, Canada Post, dumpster companies, et al is a definite don’t!

LOST AND FOUND:

For lost items, contact the Parade office 604.646.3579 after the parade

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