Downtown Kingston announced Wednesday that this year’s nighttime Santa Claus Parade will not be going ahead. This is the second year in a row the parade is cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
The BIA said the decision was made after considerable consultation with KFL&A Public Health.
“We understand this is a beloved event; we are as disappointed as you that the event can not go forward, but we are already looking ahead to next year and making 2022’s Santa Parade the best ever,” the BIA said.
This year, Downtown Kingston says it’s been crafting new winter programming that will be COVID-friendly.
Get breaking National news
This includes a downtown holiday market, light displays, Santa’s Village, with a “version of Santa” on display 24/7 for photo opportunities, winter patios and a Window Wonderland contest for downtown businesses.
- Several Calgary festivals meeting with city councillors over costs and planning barriers
- Calgary’s Pregnancy and Infant Loss Support Centre sees increased demand, decreased funding
- As drought deepens, Okanagan leaders unite to protect water supply
- Regina mosque pausing use of speakers to amplify call to prayer in city’s downtown
Click here for a full list of the BIA’s winter programming.
Comments
Want to discuss? Please read our Commenting Policy first.