Magic on Main Street

Santa Claus Parade & Light Up

Ho, ho, ho! This magical event features dozens of floats taking part in the Santa Claus Parade, cruising down Main Street. Families are encouraged to join the procession down to Gyro Park, which will be decked out with family-friendly activities, followed by the official Light Up. Free to attend, everyone welcome. 

When: Sunday, Dec. 1 (Parade: 4:45 p.m., Light Up: 6 p.m.)
Where: Downtown Penticton, with light up at Gyro Park 

Seeking Volunteers

We're looking for volunteers to help during the parade! Duties include barricade intersection control, marshalling assistance and parade route support. If interested, please email volunteer@penticton.ca

Entering a Float in the Parade

How would you like to shine a spotlight on your organization during one of the most magical events of the year? Registration is now open to enter a float into the Santa Claus Parade. This will take place during the City's Magic on Main Street event, which caps off with the official light-up of downtown Penticton. Click the links below for details about how to register.

Free Park & Ride Bus Service

The City is offering a free Park, Shop & Ride shuttle service through BC Transit between Cherry Lane Shopping Centre and the event site, operating on a continuous loop. Park at Cherry Lane, shop and then ride downtown. 

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Road Closure Details

A section of Main Street will be temporarily closed to traffic on Sunday, Dec. 1, 2024, to allow for the Santa Claus Parade.  BC Transit will also be detouring some routes, with details to be announced on their website closer to the date.

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